Ratt — Complete Chronological Discography:
Ratt (EP) (1983)
Overview: This independently released EP marked the band’s first major step out of the Los Angeles club circuit and into national attention. Rawer and grittier than their later work, it captured the early chemistry of the classic lineup and laid the foundation for the sound that would soon dominate MTV and rock radio
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Tracklist:
- Sweet Cheater
- You Think You’re Tough
- U Got It
- Tell the World
- Back for More
- Walkin’ the Dog
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar
Juan Croucier – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Out of the Cellar (1984)
Overview: Ratt’s major‑label debut became a defining release of the glam metal era. Packed with sharp riffs, big hooks, and polished production, it launched the band into mainstream success and remains one of the genre’s essential albums.
Tracklist:
- Wanted Man
- You’re in Trouble
- Round and Round
- In Your Direction
- She Wants Money
- Lack of Communication
- Back for More
- The Morning After
- I’m Insane
- Scene of the Crime
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar
Juan Croucier – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Invasion of Your Privacy (1985)
Overview: A confident follow‑up that sharpened the band’s melodic instincts while keeping their hard‑rock swagger intact. It delivered some of Ratt’s most enduring anthems and solidified their place among the top acts of the mid‑’80s metal wave.
Tracklist:
- You’re in Love
- Never Use Love
- Lay It Down
- Give It All
- Closer to My Heart
- Between the Eyes
- What You Give Is What You Get
- Got Me on the Line
- You Should Know by Now
- Dangerous but Worth the Risk
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar
Juan Croucier – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Dancing Undercover (1986)
Overview: A faster, leaner, more aggressive record that embraced a street‑level rock feel. While still melodic, the album showcased a grittier side of Ratt and kept them firmly in the MTV spotlight.
Tracklist:
- Dance
- One Good Lover
- Drive Me Crazy
- Slip of the Lip
- Body Talk
- Looking for Love
- 7th Avenue
- It Doesn’t Matter
- Take a Chance
- Enough Is Enough
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar
Juan Croucier – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Reach for the Sky (1988)
Overview: A glossy, arena‑ready album that leaned into big choruses and polished production. Despite internal tensions, the band delivered several fan favorites and maintained their commercial momentum.
Tracklist:
- City to City
- I Want a Woman
- Way Cool Jr.
- Don’t Bite the Hand That Feeds
- I Want to Love You Tonight
- Chain Reaction
- No Surprise
- Bottom Line
- What’s It Gonna Be
- What I’m After
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar
Juan Croucier – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Detonator (1990)
Overview: A more polished and collaborative effort that incorporated outside songwriting and a sleeker production style. It marked the end of Ratt’s classic era, blending their signature swagger with a more mature, melodic approach.
Tracklist:
- Shame Shame Shame
- Lovin’ You’s a Dirty Job
- Scratch That Itch
- One Step Away
- Hard Time
- Heads I Win, Tails You Lose
- All or Nothing
- Can’t Wait on Love
- Givin’ Yourself Away
- Top Secret
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar
Juan Croucier – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Collage (1997)
Overview: Collage is a unique release in Ratt’s catalog — a mix of re‑recordings, early versions, B‑sides, and previously unreleased material that traces the band’s formative years. Rather than a traditional studio album, it serves as a behind‑the‑scenes snapshot of Ratt’s evolution, capturing the raw energy of their pre‑fame era and offering alternate takes on songs that would later define their sound. It bridges the gap between their classic ’80s output and their late‑’90s resurgence.
Tracklist:
- Steel River
- Ratt Madness
- Hold Tight
- I Want It All
- Top Secret (Original Version)
- Take It Any Way
- Lovin’ You’s a Dirty Job (Rough Mix)
- You’re in Trouble (Early Version)
- Mother Blues
- Dr. Rock
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar
Juan Croucier – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Ratt (1999)
Overview: A comeback album that reintroduced the band with a heavier, more modern edge while still nodding to their classic sound. It marked a new chapter for Ratt as they navigated lineup changes and a shifting rock landscape.
Tracklist:
- Over the Edge
- Live for Today
- Gave Up Givin’ Up
- We Don’t Belong
- Breakout
- Tug of War
- Dead Reckoning
- Luv Sick
- It’s All the Same
- So Good, So Fine
- Steel River
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Robbin Crosby – guitar (credited, but not performing)
Robbie Crane – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
Infestation (2010)
Overview: A fiery return to form that recaptured the spirit of Ratt’s classic era with modern production and renewed energy. Widely praised as their strongest work since the ’80s, it delivered sharp riffs, big hooks, and a revitalized attitude.
Tracklist:
- Eat Me Up Alive
- Best of Me
- A Little Too Much
- Look Out Below
- Last Call
- Lost Weekend
- As Good as It Gets
- Garden of Eden
- Take a Big Bite
- Take Me Home
- Don’t Let Go
Lineup:
Stephen Pearcy – vocals
Warren DeMartini – guitar
Carlos Cavazo – guitar
Robbie Crane – bass
Bobby Blotzer – drums
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