Introduction

Ratt is an American heavy metal band that was founded in San Diego in 1980. The original members of the group were vocalist Stephen Pearcy, guitarist Robbin Crosby, bassist Juan Croucier and drummer Bobby Blotzer. They are best known for their 1984 hit single ""Round and Round"" and their other hit singles such as ""Lay It Down"", ""Wanted Man"", and ""Back for More"".

History

The band's first album, Out Of The Cellar (1984), was released on Atlantic Records and was a commercial success. It featured the singles ""Round and Round"" and ""Wanted Man"", both of which charted on the Billboard Hot 100. The album went on to be certified triple-platinum in the United States. The band's next album, Invasion of Your Privacy (1985), was equally successful and was certified double-platinum. The band then released Reach For The Sky (1988) and Detonator (1990), both of which were certified gold.

Collaborations

Ratt has collaborated with several notable artists during their career, including Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe, and Ozzy Osbourne. They have also contributed various songs to movie soundtracks such as The Wraith (1986) and Gleaming The Cube (1989).

Legacy

Ratt is considered to be one of the most influential bands of the 1980s glam metal scene, alongside bands such as Mötley Crüe and Poison. Their catchy riffs, heavy drums and memorable hooks have left an indelible mark on the genre. They are also credited with bringing glam metal to a wider audience. To this day, Ratt continues to tour around the world and perform their classic hits for fans old and new.