Ratt
Ratt · 1983
22 min · 6 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · glam metal
High-octane glam metal riffs blend with catchy hooks and anthemic choruses, capturing the essence of 80s rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short energetic listening burst sing-along anthems with friends high-energy party atmosphere
- Context
- Released on August 23, 1983, Ratt's self-titled debut EP marked the band's entry into the burgeoning glam metal scene. Following a series of local performances and their signing with Atlantic Records, this album laid the groundwork for their future commercial success, leading to their breakthrough full-length album in 1984.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, glam metal
Ratt is an EP by Ratt, released in 1983. High-octane glam metal riffs blend with catchy hooks and anthemic choruses, capturing the essence of 80s rock. The Ratt EP was pivotal in establishing the band's sound, which would influence the glam metal genre throughout the 1980s. It received positive reviews from major publications and helped them secure a place on the charts, ultimately contributing to their rise as one of the leading bands of the era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ratt sound like?
High-octane glam metal riffs blend with catchy hooks and anthemic choruses, capturing the essence of 80s rock. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Ratt by Ratt notable?
The Ratt EP was pivotal in establishing the band's sound, which would influence the glam metal genre throughout the 1980s. It received positive reviews from major publications and helped them secure a place on the charts, ultimately contributing to their rise as one of the leading bands of the era. Released on August 23, 1983, Ratt's self-titled debut EP marked the band's entry into the burgeoning glam metal scene. Following a series of local performances and their signing with Atlantic Records, this album laid the groundwork for their future commercial success, leading to their breakthrough full-length album in 1984.
Who is Ratt for?
Ratt works well if you're into short energetic listening burst, sing-along anthems with friends and high-energy party atmosphere.
How many songs are on Ratt?
Ratt has 6 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sweet Cheater Standout 2:43
- 2 You Think You're Tough Standout 4:00
- 3 U Got It 3:04
- 4 Tell the World Standout 3:16
- 5 Back for More 5:18
- 6 Walkin' the Dog 3:37
Release Date
August 23, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
22 min 1 sec
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