RATT N ROLL

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The band, RATT. You get the picture :D I didn't see a group for them, so I decided to start one of me own.

Website: http://www.therattpack.com/
Members: 112
Latest Activity: 1 day ago

~ HISTORY & VIDEOS ~

~ HISTORY ~

Ratt was a hugely successful sleaze band that emerged from the Los Angeles glam scene. Branding their music "Ratt'n'Roll", the rodent rockers had hit after hit until the bottom fell out of the movement in the early 90's.
Originally formed in Los Angeles and known as Mickey Ratt, in 1981 the name was shortened to Ratt by founding member and vocalist Stephen Pearcy. Guitarists Warren DeMartini and Robbin Crosby, Juan Croucier (bass) and Bobby Blotzer (drums) rounded out the band. The self titled debut EP caused people to stand up and take notice, and led to a major label deal with Atlantic.

Out Of The Cellar went on to sell over 3 million copies, and with the help of the hit single "Round And Round", Ratt became one of metal's biggest names. Future albums never matched the debut's success, however platinum albums and sold out shows were the norm for the band during the late 80's. Top 40 albums and singles like "Lay It Down" and "Dance" were commonplace, however by 1990 things were about to change. Crosby left in 1990, and the band became a four piece with the release of "Nobody Rides For Free" for the Point Break soundtrack. Pearcy walked away shortly after to form Arcade, and Ratt quickly dissolved. Blotzer would join the super group Contraband for one album.
In 1997 Ratt decided to make their return as a four piece with Robbie Crane (Vince Neil solo) on bass. The first new material in years was released in 1999 and they hit the road with several other 80's bands on a highly successful tour. But in early 2000 Pearcy left again, leaving the band in limbo and forcing them to cancel tour dates. The remaining members are currently touring with Jizzy Pearl (from Love/Hate and L.A.Guns fame) and John Corabi (ex-Motley Crue and The Scream), but are now without a record label. Ratt vows to soldier on, but their mainstream acceptance days appear to be behind them. Sadly, the legendary Robbin Crosby lost his long fight with drugs, and succumbed to AIDS on June 6, 2002.

Stephen Pearcy is now back with Ratt and they continue to tour and perform their version of RATT N' ROLL to this day. Also, a brand new studio album is said to be in the works!

~ VIDEOS ~

"Round and Round"
RATT - Round and Round

"Wanted Man" ratt wanted man

"You're In Love" Ratt - You're In Love

"Lay It Down" Ratt - Lay It Down

"Dance" Ratt - Dance

"Slip of the Lip" Ratt - Slip Of The Lip

"Body Talk" Ratt

"Way Cool Jr." Ratt - Way Cool Jr.

"I Want A Woman" Ratt-I Want a Woman

"Shame, Shame, Shame" Ratt - Shame, Shame, Shame

"Lovin' You Is A Dirty Job" Ratt - Lovin' You's A Dirty Job

"Givin' Yourself Away" Ratt - Givin' Yourself Away

"Nobody Rides For Free" Ratt - Nobody Rides For Free

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Comment by Andrew on October 14, 2009 at 10:04am: Update from Ratt Singer Stephen Pearcy:

"New record done, working on the title now; being mastered now. Going to New York to do That Metal Show with Eddie Trunk next week. The new record is fucking great, best yet. Sounds like (Out Of The) Cellar meets Invasion (Of Your Privacy)!"

It's been ten years since Ratt's last studio album and the band will soon announce dates for their World Tour 2010.

The as-yet-untitled album - tentatively due in January via Loud & Proud/Roadrunner Records - was produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette, who's credits include PUDDLE OF MUD, CHEVELLE, SALIVA, LIMP BIZKIT, ALTER BRIDGE, THREE DAYS GRACE.

Ratt's 2009 line-up features: Stephen Pearcy on vocals, Warren DeMartini on lead and rhythm guitar, Carlos Cavazo (ex-QUIET RIOT) on lead and rhythm guitar, Robbie Crane on bass and Bobby Blotzer on drums.

Courtesy of www.myspace.com/80shairbandworld

Comment by 95Nasty89 on September 20, 2009 at 2:05pm: They are slated to come to Bourbon Street in my area.In NOvember!!!

Comment by Andrew on September 16, 2009 at 10:42am: Los Angeles-based hard rock legends RATT have just completed recording their long-awaited new release.

It's been ten years since their last studio album and the band will soon announce dates for their World Tour 2010.

The as-yet-untitled album - tentatively due in January via Loud & Proud/Roadrunner Records - was produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette, who's credits include PUDDLE OF MUD, CHEVELLE, SALIVA, LIMP BIZKIT, ALTER BRIDGE, THREE DAYS GRACE.

Ratt's 2009 line-up features: Stephen Pearcy on vocals, Warren DeMartini on lead and rhythm guitar, Carlos Cavazo (ex-QUIET RIOT) on lead and rhythm guitar, Robbie Crane on bass and Bobby Blotzer on drums.

For more on Ratt, check out the links below;
www.therattpack.com
www.myspace.com/therattpack

Comment by Andrew on September 2, 2009 at 3:52pm: Californian rockers RATT have returned to the studio to resume recording their first studio release in 10 years. The CD is being produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette, whose credits include PUDDLE OF MUDD, CHEVELLE, SALIVA, LIMP BIZKIT, ALTER BRIDGE and THREE DAYS GRACE, to name a few.

According to a posting on RATT's MySpace page, "Stephen [Pearcy] is recording lead vocals now. Guitars and backup vocals [will be tracked] next week."

RATT was scheduled to spend a month or so recording the new album in Mathews, Virginia — the first time the band has stepped outside of Los Angeles to track a new CD in 20-plus years. A January 2010 release via Loud & Proud/Roadrunner Records is expected.

RATT and EXTREME recently teamed up to bring you this summer's most rockin' tour lineup. The tour, which features sets from both bands with RATT closing, kicked off on July 12 in Amarillo, Texas and ran through August 7 in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of their landmark debut "Out Of The Cellar", RATT played the album in its entirety.

Courtesy of www.myspace.com/80shairbandworld

For more on Ratt, check them out at the links below;

www.therattpack.com
www.myspace.com/therattpack

Comment by GLAM ROXXX..wrrr. on July 29, 2009 at 8:29am: super band

Comment by Andrew on July 21, 2009 at 12:39pm: FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA (July 21, 2009) - Get ready to Ratt n' Roll on the high seas! Sunset Strip superheroes Ratt will sail the Caribbean this November as part of ShipRocked, a multi-day floating festival. ShipRocked sails from Ft. Lauderdale on November 15 and returns you to reality five days later. Along the way, ShipRocked ports in Ocho Rios , Jamaica and Georgetown , Grand Cayman . Queensryche, Tesla, Skid Row, Lynam, Endeverafter, Broken Teeth, Stereoside, Stonerider and the Niki Barr Band will join Ratt for the wet n' wild vacation of lifetime.

Ratt are known for mega glam metal hits like "Round and Round," "Lay It Down" and "Back for More." Ratt will rock your face off and party hard with fans aboard ShipRocked. Who knows? You might even hear a choice cut or two from the band's new album, due sometime this fall.

On ShipRocked, it's all about the music - but other activities abound like exclusive meet and greets with the artists, theme nights, heavy metal karaoke, contests, charity auctions and maybe even a few all-star jam sessions!

"The biggest advantages ShipRocked has over other land-based festivals are intimacy and access," says ShipRocked promoter Alan Koenig. "The venue and audience size are smaller, so the performances are much more up close and personal than they would be otherwise. Plus it is substantially easier for the bands to meet and greet all of their fans onboard, versus just a few people before or after a show. Add to that a number of other unique interactive events hosted by the artists and our guests will have plenty of opportunities to spend some quality time with their idols."

ShipRocked sails November 15 -20, 2009 on the beautiful MSC Poesia. The Poesia is the third vessel in the MSC Cruise Line's "Musica" family of ships. This ship features MSC Cruise Line's signature Italian inspired decor, impeccable service, sumptuous cuisine in multiple restaurants, beautiful swimming pools, hot tubs plus a full-service spa and fitness center. Nearly two-thirds of the ship's staterooms include private balconies! Pricing varies by cabin and is subject to availability, but starts at only $749 (per person, double occupancy) for an interior stateroom. The prices include your cruise (room and board), all the concerts, meet and greets and other exclusive events during the trip. For booking and more information, please visit www.getshiprocked.com, or call 877-855-5502.

ShipRocked will truly be the ultimate rock and roll vacation and backstage pass!

Comment by Andrew on July 16, 2009 at 12:03am: And here's a video of Ratt performing "You Think You're Tough" at Rocklahoma!

Comment by Andrew on July 15, 2009 at 9:47pm: Cory from the Wyldside Radio Show interviewed Ratt at Rocklahoma 2009..check it out below;

Comment by Andrew on July 10, 2009 at 12:24pm: KNAC.COM just did an interview with Ratt guitarist, Warren DeMartini.

In the interview, DeMartini talks about everything from the Sunset Strip days to the latest updates on the brand new album!

Check out the interview by CLICKING HERE.

Comment by Andrew on July 2, 2009 at 3:45pm: Quality video footage of Californian rockers RATT performing at the Stars & Stripes Festival in Mount Clemens, Michigan on Sunday, June 28;