Books like Neon angel by Cherie Currie

Neon Angel is Cherie Currie’s autobiographical account of her time as the frontwoman for the 1970s all‑girl rock band the Runaways. Beginning at age 15, she shares how the group burst onto the Los Angeles scene, toured worldwide, and broke sales records with hits such as “Cherry Bomb.” Beyond the glittering stage, Currie candidly recounts the darker side of fame: drug use, sexual abuse, and violence that accompanied the band’s relentless touring schedule. She describes the isolation and pressure faced by teenage musicians who were left to navigate the industry without adult supervision. The book offers a rare inside look at the music world of the era, illustrating both the empowerment of young female rockers and the personal costs of early stardom. Currie ultimately tells the story of her struggle to recover and regain control of her life after the band’s fall from grace.

First publish date: 1989