Out of the Cellar
Ratt · 1984
37 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal
Glamorous riffs and anthemic choruses define Ratt's electrifying debut, capturing the exuberance of 80s hard rock.
Why this album works
'Out of the Cellar' peaked at number 7 on the Billboard 200 and was certified double platinum by the RIAA. Its lead single, 'Round and Round,' became a defining anthem of the glam metal genre and secured Ratt’s place in rock history.
- Best for
- short, punchy song formats energetic driving moments immediate hooks and energy
- Context
- Released in January 1984, 'Out of the Cellar' marked Ratt's debut album, launching their career amidst the burgeoning glam metal scene. The album quickly established them as a major player, riding the wave of MTV's popularity with visually striking music videos.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Dokken
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wanted Man Standout 3:41
- 2 You’re in Trouble 3:20
- 3 Round and Round Standout 4:25
- 4 In Your Direction 3:31
- 5 She Wants Money 3:06
- 6 Lack of Communication Standout 3:54
- 7 Back for More 3:47
- 8 The Morning After 3:34
- 9 I’m Insane 2:56
- 10 Scene of the Crime 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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