Ratt Biography

As the story goes, RATT helped pioneer Hollywood’s legendary Sunset Strip sound and scene. Created by lead singer songwriter Stephen Pearcy, the band played the clubs in and around L.A. releasing their own six song E.P. RATT in 1983.
Signed to Atlantic Records in 1984 the band (Warren De Martini, Stephen Pearcy, Bobby Blotzer, Robbin Crosby and Juan Croucier) went 3x Platinum in 1984 behind the hit single "Round & Round".
Since their inception the band has sold in excess of (15) million records in the US alone.
The band returned sounding fired up and better than ever on their last record 2010 "Infestation", Ratt’s first studio album in years.
"Infestation", was a return to their heavy, riff driven roots. The band has reinvented their sound by rediscovering their strengths, shuttling listeners to a time when metal ruled the earth.
Also releasing the best of CD Tell the World: The Very Best of Ratt and their 3rd long form DVD, RATT Videos from the Cellar: The Atlantic Years.

This year 2013 Rhino/Warner Music Group recently released RATT "Original Album Series, a (5) album box set with the albums "Out of the Cellar' thru "Detonator" for the rabid RATT fans to have something to sink their teeth into.

“Our music is like it was in the beginning; it means everything to us,” Pearcy says. “And here we are 25-30 years later, keeping Ratt N’ Roll alive.”

When we play concerts now, there’s a new generation. We’re seeing kids of people who grew up with us, but the reaction is the same,” adds DeMartini. “It doesn’t seem to matter where we are in the world.”

With all surviving original members; Pearcy, De Martini, Croucier, Blotzer and Carlos Cavazo (replacing original member Robbin Crosby) back in the Ratt pack, the band will again start work on a new studio record and tour for 2013.

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RattFanJL // November 11, 2010 4:42:01 AM UTC

@Rattgirl14: I've been wanting to say this for weeks but life got in the way. I think it is so incredible and heartwarming that someone so young has fallen under the Ratt spell. As incredible as that is, I know it really doesn't matter how young or how old you are because it is the Ratt style and sound that gets us addicted. Also, I think it was so cool that your bros & dad were watching the DVD. Those old vids bring back memories of the good ole days. Believe it or not, Stephen Pearcy was in a few of my 10th grade classes at CHS in San Diego and sat next to me in math class. We still keep in touch now & then and I still stop by his old house to say hi to the family once in awhile. I was even able to visit him after they shot the 'Wanted Man' video. But the best part, seeing two Ratt shows already this year. The first was at Pechanga Resort in Temecula Ca. only ten days after the April 20th CD release show in Hollywood (which I missed). Then I saw them at the O.C. County Fair (Pacific Amphitheater) on Aug 1st. Both shows were awesome. I have the new T-Shirt too! I am just bummed I couldn't make the San Diego show here. Well, thanks for your wonderful and inspirational post. I could write a novel but I think you can relate. Take care and keep Rattn' –n- Rolln'! -JL

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Rattgirl14 // October 23, 2010 8:10:43 PM UTC

Ratt rules! I found out about Ratt last year when I was 13 from my dad.
It was Sunday morning and my bros and dad are watching Atlantic Years Ratt music videos. I didn't know who you were until I watched the whole DVD. After I just fell in love with Ratt! I only knew you guys from the 80's & 90's vids. Also cuz I LOVE the 80's! I wish I was a teen in that era. Anywho, I wanted to find out more about Ratt and I did! I got the Atlantic years CD and finally went to my FIRST concert EVER!!! The concert was in Fresno, California, August 6,2010. I'm so glad it was Ratt's concert as my first. I got the Infestation shirt and CD and I wear the shirt all the time. I listen to Ratt everyday. I'm now a Rattaholic!
I LOVE you guys!!!

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WJDCRZY // September 20, 2010 11:37:27 PM UTC

@RodIron: Sounds like a great show!! Unfortunately they didn't come anywhere near my hometown this tour. But I have to say that probably half the females you claim were swooning over Stephen were probably swooning over Warren, who's still smokin' hot after all these years!!!

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RodIron // September 19, 2010 7:29:48 AM UTC

This weekend, Ratt Rolled into Springfield, Missouri for a concert of grand proportion. As the main attraction, the anticipation was building from the moment the two opening bands warmed up the crowd for what was to follow.
People, The magic is back! Ratt rocked the house and manhandled the crowd in a way that had fans crazy with excitement. Stephen Pearcy, like a fine wine, has only improved with age. It is an awesome experience to be in the presence of such a phenomenal stage performer! With firm and clear intent in his stare, his vocals soared with panache as he drove the crowd wild. His charisma combined with captivating stage presence had people urgently pressing forward through the crowd, if but only to get a closer look at the man responsible for combining steely heavy metal with sonic exultation. His perfectly unique voice, in all its intensity, is the most compelling aspect that solidifies the music as all their own. With Ratt-like flicks of the tongue, Pearcy had women everywhere swooning in their desire for The MAN. ...and even a few men as well... whoa!
Warren Demartini shredded the guitar all night long... quite literally even, as he shredded right through his strings at the latter portion of the show. One can never underestimate the connection that Warren has to the music that has been his hallmark. He feels the music on a very high level and he becomes one with it. His electric composition transliterates sonic and cosmic fusion into stunning and visceral chords of searing, metal-tinged reverberations that singe the molecular constitution of the air, the smoke and the lights.
Carlos shredded with skillful and earnest fervor. Bobby pummeled the drums and blistered the Paistes as he tore it up in a percussive rage! And Robbie pounded that bass to hell and back... and it was visibly apparent that he was having the time of his life doing it!
Ratt infused electricity sent shockwaves through the crowd and when it came to the encore, fast and furious chants of "RATT, RATT, RATT, RATT" sent the crowd into a wild frenzy, the like of which few had experienced before. As a forty something card carrying RattPack devotee, I for one, am thrilled to no end with the return of these metallic minstrels. It doesn't get any better than this!
One thing was so poignantly clear... the depth and passion that embodies their timeless music will never ever die! Ladies and gentlemen I present to you ...Ratt... metal musicians of the highest order.
You served us well gentlemen, and I promise you that Springfield, Missouri wants you back!

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KARMAGUITARIST93 // September 02, 2010 1:07:12 AM UTC

I agree thanks for a great show in Atlantic City u guys never disapoint keep it coming RATT N ROLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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johnboyslimo // August 16, 2010 12:20:39 AM UTC

Blotz, Robbie, Warren, Stephen and Carlos,
Thanks for a great show in ATLANTIC CITY. It was kick ass to say the least. When you guys are on stage you are like a "well oiled machine". The new songs are awesome. I will see you guys soon.

Blotz and Robbie-keep those items I gave u in your wallets!

Your friend in Scranton, Pa.

John Sobieski

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RattFanJL // August 09, 2010 4:35:02 AM UTC

@TMT: Great to hear you saw the show too. My GF and I did the road trip from San Diego. We parked at Costa Mesa High School and had a mini tail-gater and drank scotch before show while listening to Ratt CDs. The show was great...and I even think Stephen had more than a few before the show. It was also the deal of the century - Two great bands; fair admission; free ferris wheel ride for $12.50 a person. What a blast!