Ratt to Release 40th-Anniversary Edition of Debut Album “Out of the Cellar”
As a testament to their enduring legacy, Ratt is commemorating the 40th anniversary of their star-making debut album “Out of the Cellar” with a new reissue featuring a previously unreleased track from the 1983 recording sessions. This special edition will be released on October 25, available in red and black splatter vinyl with a lenticular cover, and a bonus neon orange 7-inch containing the unreleased track “Reach for the Sky.” Additionally, the album will be available on CD.
Preorder Now
To preorder the 40th-anniversary edition of “Out of the Cellar,” visit the official Amazon page. You can also refresh yourself on the track listing below.
Ratt’s “Out of the Cellar” Track Listing:
- “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”
- BONUS TRACK: “Reach for the Sky”
The Atlantic Years Box Set
Reissues of Ratt’s next four studio albums – “Invasion of Your Privacy,” “Dancing Undercover,” “Reach for the Sky,” and “Detonator” – are also available individually and as part of the “The Atlantic Years” box set.
How “Out of the Cellar” Turned Ratt into Glam Metal Kingpins
Released on February 17, 1984, “Out of the Cellar” soared to No. 7 on the Billboard 200 and earned a triple-platinum certification from the RIAA, becoming Ratt’s most successful album. The album spawned the hit single “Round and Round,” which peaked at No. 12 on the Hot 100 and became one of the definitive anthems of the glam metal era. However, it almost didn’t happen that way.
An Unlikely Success
“It was not our choice to be a single,” Ratt frontman Stephen Pearcy said in an interview. “When we did get the [record] deal, it was just one of those songs in the set. It wasn’t quite there. The bridge wasn’t there before the chorus. It wasn’t one of our fave songs. We were just like, ‘Well, this is just a song.'”
The Birth of a Classic
When it came time to choose the lead single, producer Beau Hill was instrumental in bringing “Round and Round” to life. “It really caught his attention,” Pearcy recalled. “He was like, ‘What is that? What is that? What is that?’ And we’re like, ‘It’s just this song.’… It wasn’t the song yet. And if it wasn’t for Beau instigating working on that first, who knows?”
Conclusion
Ratt’s “Out of the Cellar” is a landmark album that continues to captivate fans of glam metal to this day. This 40th-anniversary edition is a must-have for any collector or enthusiast, featuring a previously unreleased track and stunning visuals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience the album that helped define the genre.
FAQs
Q: When is the 40th-anniversary edition of “Out of the Cellar” being released?
A: The album will be released on October 25.
Q: What formats will the 40th-anniversary edition be available in?
A: The album will be available in red and black splatter vinyl with a lenticular cover, and a bonus neon orange 7-inch containing the unreleased track “Reach for the Sky.” Additionally, the album will be available on CD.
Q: Can I preorder the 40th-anniversary edition?
A: Yes, you can preorder the album on the official Amazon page.
Q: What other Ratt albums are available as part of the “The Atlantic Years” box set?
A: The box set includes reissues of Ratt’s next four studio albums – “Invasion of Your Privacy,” “Dancing Undercover,” “Reach for the Sky,” and “Detonator.”
