Jett, Currie don't run away from fight

There's still a few weeks before July Fourth fireworks, but already it's cherry bomb time.

"Take It or Leave It" is the title of a planned two-disc homage to The Runaways, the 1970s all-girl group.

Two of its members -- Joan Jett and Cherie Currie -- would rather leave it. They filed a lawsuit to try and stop the June 28 release, which pays tribute to the hard-rocking Los Angeles-based band that influenced generations of women rockers, from The Go-Go's to L7.

The suit seeks unspecified damages, according to The Associated Press. Jett and Currie ultimately just "want them to stop," said their lawyer, Oren J. Warshavsky. "This isn't about money. This is strictly about preserving reputation and quality that both Joan and Cherie are known for."

Jett and Currie say in their lawsuit that Easton, N.J.-based Main Man Records used their names to promote the album without their permission.

As of press time, Main Man was on track for the release later this month.

"Thirty-six bands have donated their recordings of songs to this project, partly in tribute to a band that has influenced and entertained them all, but also with the hope of raising funds for cancer research," the label said in a statement.

The American Institute for Cancer Research is "in full support of our efforts, and Main Man Records will be donating our net proceeds in memory of [drummer] Sandy West, who lost her battle with the disease in 2006."