RATT: The RISE & FALL Of the Band Behind 'Round And Round', Death of Robbin Crosby
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- Опубликовано: 4 июл 2024
- RATT: Whatever Happened to the Band Behind Hits Like 'Round & Round'?
0:00 - Introduction/Mickey Rat
1:55.- RATT Early Days/Lineup Changes
4:24 - First Record Deal/RATT EP
5:35 - Atlantic Records Years
9:11 - Commercial Decline/Issues
11:15 - Reunions/Robbin Crosby Death
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Ratt, a prominent '80s rock band, emerged during the hair band era and experienced both highs and lows. Originating in San Diego, frontman Stephen Pearcy's car accident led him to form Mickey Ratt, later renamed Ratt, in collaboration with guitarist Robbin Crosby. The band moved to Los Angeles, becoming part of the Sunset Strip scene, and faced lineup changes, including guitarist Jake E Lee's brief stint. With perseverance and the addition of guitarist Warren DeMartini, they found success with their EP "Ratt N' Roll" and secured a deal with Atlantic Records in 1983.
Their debut album, "Out of the Cellar," released in 1984, skyrocketed with the hit single "Round and Round," leading to widespread popularity and extensive touring. The band's lifestyle became increasingly extravagant, marked by wild parties and a notorious tour bus called the "Rolling Hilton." Ratt's success continued with the double-platinum album "Invasion of Your Privacy" in 1985, featuring hits like "Lay It Down" and "You're in Love."
Despite the achievements, internal tensions surfaced during the recording of "Dancing Undercover" in 1986, exacerbated by substance abuse and personal conflicts. The following years witnessed Ratt's commercial decline as new bands like Guns N' Roses emerged. The band faced challenges recording "Reach for the Sky" due to issues with producer Mike Stone but managed to achieve platinum status.
By the early '90s, internal strife, coupled with changing music trends and the onset of grunge, led to Ratt's diminished popularity. Crosby's struggles with addiction became apparent, and the band faced a decline in album sales and audience attendance. The departure of Stephen Pearcy in 1992 marked a significant blow to the band.
Subsequent years saw various lineup changes, a brief reunion in 1996, and Crosby's tragic death in 2002 due to a drug overdose. Ratt endured legal battles and continued with different lineups, releasing the album "Infestation" in 2010. Ongoing conflicts within the band, including legal disputes and lineup changes, persisted. Despite Pearcy's desire for a reunion with surviving original members, uncertainties surrounded the possibility of another album. Ratt's journey remains a rollercoaster of triumphs, challenges, and the enduring spirit of an '80s rock legacy. 
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Coming this Friday…a legendary punk rock group I’ve never talked about before.
Please be Bad Brains
You guys should do a what ever happened to the band Vision of disorder VOD. Man, their 1996 album was dope AF!
Hanson?
Simple Plan was one of those pop-punkers that got no attention on rock and alternative radio but got attention on CHR radio in early-mid 2000’s and even did the What’s New Scooby Doo theme song which they include in their sets to this day.
The Cows?
In 1989 I had a badass RATT tshirt with this mechanical cyborg rat on it.
I was 9. To this day its the coolest shirt I ever owned.
I remember that shirt back then awesome AF
Invasion of Your Privacy and Out of Cellar are classic albums.
👍💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
I'll keep saying it, Ratt's secret weapon was Warren DeMartini. All though he receives praise for his playing, he rarely is mentioned among the great 80's lead guitarists of that era.
Maybe but, Warren always was right up there as a top dog 80’s shredder in my circles/days.
Actually, it was Robbin Crosby, he wrote a lot of the riffs. After he left, the soul was gone and they were never the same.
I mean they fell only in as much as metal fell out of style, but I feel like Ratt is one of few 80s bands that transcends decades
They had a distinct sound imo
Agreed. They kicked ass
Ya with 2 gd songs🎉
@@tylerrochette2052 two better than you cool guy
@@tylerrochette2052 dude they had full albums after albums take a listen to all of their catalogue and let me know if you don’t find at least 10 songs that you love.
Ratt was 10 times the band Motley Crue were. They were one of the most talented 80s bands of the era.
RATT was Superior MUSICALLY to many in the Genre.
Man, RATT and W.A.S.P - absolute perfection
Saw RATT in '89 in D.C. and about 10 yrs ago in Maryland. They had a hell of a run from '84-'91. Looked great,sounded great,and kept their names relevant. I think drugs really put a stop to that bulldozer they were driving. Still a hell of a legacy for them. 🤟
Once robin fucked himself that was it
Ratt had a really sleazy, bluesy, slick sound that aged way better than most of their peers in the glam era.
It’s timeless music
They have really underrated and good songs: "lay it down", "body talk", and "shame, shame, shame" to name a few. Too bad they're mainly known for "round and round"
😂😂😂😂bro! You r absolutely right and I'm totally with you ❤️❤️❤️❤️ huge fan of RATT n ROLL but really not a big fan of fuckin round and round 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@@shamifasahat992 agreed round and round is kot theyre best but this song bring me to them so he special for me
Ratt is one of my all time favorite metal bands and Stephen Pearcy is still amazing frontman. Rest in peace Robbin Crosby, Milton Berle and Tawny Kitean. ❤
I was 24 in 84, hair band lover times 1000. Ratt was absolutely 1 of my all time faves. I always rocked Way Cool Junior while getting my hair ready for Friday night festivities 🎵🤟🎼
I remember the movie Point Break used their song “Nobody Rides For Free” over the end credits. A month later Nirvana’s Nevermind came out and ended the reign of the hair metal.
Great one. Ratt was a stand out in that era.
Hair metal might've given us cheesy outfits, but it also gave us some great music
Rock and Roll True Stories, I like how you made two videos on Robbin Crosby.
Without him, Ratt might not had a hit,"Round and Round".
RIP Robbin.
Grew up listening to Ratt. Loved em since early spring 84. Thanks 4 posting.
I'm 49 so I remember RATT back to when I was like 8 or 9. My fav band if all time I still to this day blast RATT at least once every week. They were the right set of musiaians at just the right time and that combo created something great. RATT N ROLL till the day I die !
I remember I was allowed to buy one tape and I had to hurry and pick one and I remembered the older kids talking about Ratt so I got that one 😂
Out of all the hair metal bands, Ratt is probably my favorite.
The best of the glam metal bands IMHO. Also should have mentioned how Carlos Cavazo of Quiet Riot joined the band playing guitar with Warren Dimartini for a while which is awesome.
...as well as Jizzy Pearl singing in Ratt for a while,as well asBobby Blotzer having his own version of Ratt with different members that only lasted a year-and-a-half(after Stephen and warren threatened to sue[and won their court case against him]).
Those dudes have the catchiest riffs
I love their first 3 albums.
Very unique sounding band.
Their 5 albums and the EP were 11/10!!
My personal opinion is they were better than motley crue. These guys kicked ass and their music is pretty timeless if u ask me. Distinct sound, distinct singer...ratt and skid row are my go to "hair bands"
If anybody's interested, Stephen Pearcy will be performing on May 4, 2024 at the M3 Festival in Columbia, Maryland. He's second on the bill that night, with Queensryche headlining.
Great... another opportunity to see how lazy and untalented he is. Beau Hill's electronics is the ONLY reason Pearcy is even listenable.
Like ratt. Not so much a fan of Queensryche
@@gregsimmons694 It's not Ratt. It's Stephen growling through Ratt songs with his band. If you haven't seen Stephen live, watch a youtube video and save yourself the money.
Sonuva...EVERY time I hear Round and Round it gets stuck in my head for the rest of the day.
First concert I ever went to was Ratt in August 1985. Bon Jovi was the opening act.
That was my 2nd concert. My first was in 1984 Blackfoot Helix and Ratt
Yes, I saw both at their El Paso stop and ended up hanging out with Robbin all night😅
Cool summary of Ratt's history.
They are one of the best bands from the early 80s Glam Metal explosion and their first two albums are essential for fans of rhe genre. Thanx for the video
Stephen was right when he said he wanted to write at home and just come in to do vocals. I've spent countless hours in recording studios and for the most part, it's not like what you see in movies. It's a whole lot of sitting on crappy couches for hours as the engineer dials in sounds or somebody else is doing their takes as you eat too much pizza or chips and try not to nod off . By the time they get to your vocals you've lost all your focus . It's a different scene if your doing a writing or arranging session but if all that's done and you got your melodies worked out , you're better off somewhere else prepping so you can walk in and get straight to work while your energy is up.
Couldn't agree more. Plus, you're most likely to conversate during the wait, which I'd rather not do if I have to record that day.
Yeah I''m a singer and guitarist. And the primary writer. I get stuck there allot insuring the guys deliver the goods. And....it's dreadfully boring...
I learned to play guitar by ear listening to Ratt. Made it a small distance up the Star Search ladder singing "Round and Round". I owe much of my musical background to these guys.
"Lack of Communication" is easily my favorite RATT song - it's way overlooked imo.🐀
One of the best guitar riffs from the era!
Definite great song.
Best cut on the record! Lol. No air play for that one. Great song.
Saw Ratt on the first tour. They were blown off the stage by the opening act. It was Bon Jovi and they were crushing it. Good times.
I'll never forget the first time I heard it when my friend played it back in the 80's while we were skipping school driving around. He had an awesome car stereo and that riff blew me away. We were puffin too.
@@SHEEPLESUCK Cool 😎🚬
Round and Round has the best riff phrasing of all time. It is absolutely insane. Warren DiMartini doesn't get enough praise from casual rock fans.
It’s literally a simple chord progression. I don’t think you’ve listened to much music if you think that song has the best phrasing ever. Sure it’s an awesome song but the musicianship is pretty elementary. You have to think of the millions of songs written since this song and you think it has the best phrasing??? I’m so confused
Lay It Down though.
@@robertpoindexter8616It’s not about the complexity. The progression is elementary and not what makes it special. It is the attack, the precision and yes.. the phrasing of the one chord’s surrounding sus notes.
@@leakybrain 80s music was hardly about attack and precision. This goes to show that you guys just don’t listen you only hear. I’m sorry you think this is some masterpiece. You must be old and completely against new music.
@robertpoindexter8616 I have played guitar for 31 years. Yes, I am old..I'm 42. I learned how to play it when I was like 14 years old and I still think it is the greatest riff/line from the genre. It isn't about the complexity..it is just perfect. Take your hipster wanking to your safespace and don't let the blue hair dye run in your eyes.
They were my favorite band from the era! I'm so happy I saw them live a while ago but I was like the youngest person there (like 10 years ago), lol. I held up a sign and everything. They sounded great though! I don't recall the full line-up though but it was definitely Stephen on vocals. But I just love their sound, the riffs, the vocal production, etc. Warren and Robbin were just amazing together. It's just a shame how it ended up later. Plus, it's painful when you learn that the members never really got all that well along.
Great video man. Keep on rocking!!!
Thanks! Will do!
Ratt is top 5 for me. Thanks for the vid!
Ratt didn't release a single ballad until their 5th album Detonator, with "Givin Yourself Away." That has to be a record for a hair metal band. Most metal bands, period, had at least one or two ballads per album. 🤘
Terrible song
Closer to my Heart is a power ballad.
@@ColtraneTaylor another terrible song , RATT shouldn't do ballads as they suck big time.
@@Cookie-dr6iq Their bread and butter is straight hard rockers.
I Want To Love You Tonight off of Reach For The Sky is also a power Ballad
for me in the 80s, it was Van Halen, Iron Maiden, Motley Crue, Kiss, Dokken, and RATT
RATT was on fire by 1985. I saw bon jovi open for them that summer in St. Louis.. great show
I was 7 in 1985 so hair metal was right up my alley. Still love it. I totally slept on Ratt. I jam the shit out of as an adult, and it was MY son’s first concert I took him to.
Isn't 7 a bit too young for Glam Metal or any type of Metal? Some of their lyrics were a bit dirty 😉😀
“Between The Eyes” is the absolute best song by RATT. Amazing.❤️
Still one of my favorite bands today and I still listen to them often.
Me too.
The album infestation is a pretty damn good album. I was surprised how 80's it sounds.
Probably their heaviest album and "Eat Me Up Alive" their heaviest tune. Such an underrated comeback effort. Along with "Best of Me," "Look Out Below," "Last Call," "Lost Weekend," "As Good As It Gets"-- all greatest hits material.
At about 8yrs old when rar came out. Ratt kinda introduced me to heavy metal. I feel validated that they kinda lasted, and their stuff holds up a lot better than most.
Wow literally watching your video then you kick out this one, appreciate you so much bro
Hope you enjoyed it!
@@rnrtruestories always do you're the best
Thanks for sharing something POSITIVE today.
Wow, kinda blows my mind that Invasion of Your Privacy sold less than Out of the Cellar. Imo, it's a far better record. Not only that, it's a far better follow up to a huge success than most bands can ever muster.
Out Of The Cellar is way better than Invasion Of Your Privacy. There's some filler on Invasion , all killer no filler on Cellar.
@@Cookie-dr6iq I kinda feel the exact opposite.
@@syntheticsleepboth albums are great but I definitely play invasion way more it’s louder and less condensed sounding .between the eyes is my favorite ratt song ..give it all really good and ofcorse your in love
@@russellfrederick6973 Between the Eyes is fantastic. Might be my favorite as well. I also really love What You Give is What You Get and Lay it Down. The whole thing is great though. I really love the balance between a crunchy aggression and slick polish they achieved with the guitar tones.
@syntheticsleep yea the Jackson guitars really shine through on this album.what you give is a scorcher as well as Lay it down .the only song I don't dig is you should know by now .as a whole, invaion is better than any motley crue album.they were hype to me .not even un ratts realm of talent and hooks
I love how you're smashing these out in quick succession, keep up the good work
I just about wore out my copy of Out of the Cellar on cassette tape back in my youth . Having seen them perform here in San Diego as Mickey Ratt , I was Pretty stoked to see them finally “ Making it big “. Sad to see what transpired as the years went on however. Sex, Drugs & Rock ‘n Roll are fun , but usually come unraveled eventually. Great video here on the Iconic band that was …. 👍
I love this series, thanks for some great videos
Thanks
If you haven't heard Givin' Yourself Away by RATT, you're missing out.
Mowed a lot of lawns to RATT. 😂
Arcade was pretty good too. I thought they deserved a bit more attention.
You need a story on one of the most criminally overlooked bands ever...KING'S X
Music over my head son !!
They were overlooked for a reason. They sucked! 😂
I love Ratt, I saw them back in the day and i was blown away how great they were live
It’s a real shame, because if they didn’t break up like 900 times they would’ve been playing stadiums with Motley Crue. Because in my opinion.Ratt has a better catalog that the Crue . Not taking anything away from Motley Crue I love them I seen them first time and 85.” I’m just saying they are better quality songs, even their deep tracks sound like they could be singles in my opinion.
I always thought RATT didn’t get the credit they deserved. They were a much better band than Motley Crue IMO, and way better than a lot of the others.
They were as good as Van Halen, 1984 -1986.
In an era when most bands had 2 or 3 really good songs on an album,Ratt had several on their first 3 albums.The album cuts on them were as good or even better than other band’s singles.Morning After,You Should Know By Now,Never Use Love and In Your Direction could have easily been singles.
What’s crazy is they recorded the first 3 albums in a 3 year span from 1984 to 1986!
Right on brother! Ootc could of had 7 singles off of it! God bless all the ratt n rollers. Jesus saves!
I do love that commercial where the couple says they love their house but they have a rat problem then Ratt is playing Round and Round in the next room.
I saw them in 1984 in the old Salt Palace. It was general admission so we were about 10 or 15 feet from the stage. Great show. I always looked forward to watching their Round and Round video on MTV.
Fame, money, creative differences, drugs, partying, Pecking orders causes divisions and infighting. It's easy for us being on the outside to judge them, but it's nearly impossible to avoid. Good video.
That ep cover with the white rats on the fishnet legs is one of my all time favorite album covers. The ep itself is really kickass also.
Lol this is crazy. Was playing their first album last night. Now I see this. One of my fav albums ever!!!
Fun video. Saw Ratt/ Stephen Pearcy headlining with Quiet Riot at River City Casino in St. Louis, Missouri months ago. Absolutely fun show!
RATT aged well; doesn't sound like dated 80s metal, but rather good classic rock that you blast when it comes on..
80s metal is never dated
@@stonecold9132That's not true but generally FAR less dated than 90's rock.
Amen, the classic rock stations agree, I always hear a ratt song in between some zeppelin or skynard
Way Cool Jr. was probably my favorite from these guys - such a cool groove.
Love that song
Such a great band … Great songs and fun stuff … good times!
I grew up in San Diego. I remember my little sister telling me that she saw a local band called Mickey Ratt and they were really good. I dont think I payed much attention about it back then.
Interesting story, in 1988 i went to the store to buy the new Ratt album (Reach For The Sky). The album cover artwork was so stupid i bought Ozzy's No Rest For The Wicked instead.
Ratt was huge! Round and Round is a forever top ten rock tune! Pure classic
Manythnx Rock and Roll True Stories 🤘
You’re welcome
Carlos Cavazo from Quiet Riot was in RATT for 7 years. He did good on the last album. 🐀
As a young teenager, I first heard of Ratt through Beavis and Butthead with their "critiques" of the videos for "I Want A Woman" and "Way Cool Jr." They were kind of my gateway into glam metal since then. All their albums have something good about them and Stephen Pearcy has such a unique voice. I also loved when the band came back with Infestation. In 2016, I was lucky enough to interview Stephen for his solo album Smash. Even with the contentious politics around a Ratt reunion, he seemed to be in good spirits. I doubt the discourse will ever fully settle, but they're a great band overall.
Finally! A non cheesey band!
Mtv - Heavy Metal Half Hour - Ratt was one of the first bands to turn me on to music and led me to being a musician...
Thanks for the memories fellas. My childhood was all that much better thanks to bands like this
Saw round and round on MTV in 84....bought the cassette...been a RATT fan for life.
My favorite band ever
No mention of “Nobody rides for free”?
Yeah Bra, thats the best, by far, of the post "Invasion..." era.
Yeah..its badass
RATT was a great band back in the day. I saw them in concert for their Invasion of your Privacy tour in Houston. AWESOME show!
I really enjoyed this video and I can only hope it gets a little better in the future but I don't have any kind of idea what could come of it. I wish I had an answer but I don't, so I guess we will just be happy with what we have... ❣️😊
Another great video. One of my favorite channel's however you should explore more Punk bands from the 80s, the underground Punk scene 👍
Great suggestion! More punk coming in a few weeks but it’s 70s punk. (A lesser known band) More 80s punk coming later this year as well
@@rnrtruestories 70s Punk originated the 80s Punk scene 👍
Great band saw them together n 84. King was awesome. Always been a fan of
Best band to come out of the '80s. Change my mind
lmao, that’s ridiculous, here I’ll change your mind, Metallica, Megadeth, Guns & Roses, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, Iron Maiden, Pantera, Motley Crue, Van Halen, Def Leppard, Judas Priest, Queensryche, Skid Row, AC/DC, Accept, Dio
Favorite band in high school. Still love 'em.
Love these vids, keep it up.
One of my absolute all time favorite. ❤
Ratt never gets old! Those were the days you can buy an album whether it be a record or tape and enjoy all 10 + songs on the album equally. Worth every cent! 😎
Missed the fact, Cruciae (sic) was originally the bassist for Dokken, on Breaking the Chains.
And Blotzer rented from Dokken lived next door in Hermosa Beach
I LOVE Ratt. I hate i never got to see em live
Its not too late...they still tour
Every album from them is a masterpiece!
My fave of the LA Sunset Strip Hair Metal bands!!
Saw them in 84 opened up for Warrant, damn good show!!!
Was Warrant even around in 84? Maybe 87?
Really cool and don’t forget that and 91 they got together to record nobody rides for free without Robin for the Point Break soundtrack
so many great songs
Ratt was the perfect 80s band in every way what I find crazy is how did those bands get such good recording deals crue had super good ratt must of if they all had a million bucks
Fun fact …during recording of round and round it was
Dagger
Through my heart
Not
Arrow Bo hills
Idea
Ratt was the first rock concert I ever saw in the 1980s😊
Im the biggest ratt fan on earth! Sometimes Pearcy can be a prick though! Love Warren's playing! God bless all the ratt n rollers. Jesus saves!
Really bummed they didn't mention 'Nobody Rides for Free' making the 'Point Break' soundtrack. Always had such a crush on Stephen Pearcy, and the West Hollywood punk I met in basic training that looked just like him. 🥰🥰
Ratt was easily one of the greatest bands of the 80's mostly due to Warren D being a badass guitar player. What a shredder, one you want on your team for sure. Just like John was for the chili peppers.
They single-handily inspired me to grab my first 🎸 and I never looked back.
Would love to play for ratt! Would be a dream come true
The Out of the Cellar tour was my first rock concert. A quaalude, pot, coke and Ratt made for a great night.
I had Out of the Cellar, Invasion and Reach. Invasion was my favorite.
I loved Ratt i was born in 1984 abd had a few copies of albums. Lay it down was a very catchy tune also song i want a woman.