Juan Croucier

April 25, 2016

Ex Ratt tour manager does tell-all phone-in slamming Bobby Blotzer on The Classic Metal Show

SLIP OF THE LIP Ex Ratt tour manager does tell-all phone-in slamming Bobby Blotzer on The Classic Metal Show The Classic Metal Show — Ummm, wow…just wow. We’re not sure we could type this in it’s entirety if we had a full-time staff of a dozen workers. So we won’t! But, if you’re a fan of Ratt, or the ‘Fake Ratt’ as referred to by the band’s former road manager/co-manager Jason Green – then may we suggest a[…]

April 10, 2016

ROUND N’ ROUND … Judge isn’t convinced either party owns the (Ratt) trademarks

ROUND N’ ROUND Judge isn’t convinced either party owns the (Ratt) trademarks Hollywood Docket: ’80s Rockers RATT Out Ex-Bandmate for Trademark Infringement Hollywood Reporter — The original bassist from RATT is using his ex-band’s trademark without permission, according to a federal lawsuit filed by a corporation owned by two of the ’80s metal band’s founding members. RATT’s heyday was decades ago but the band is still rocking and ex-RATT Juan Croucier is confusing fans by playing[…]

February 29, 2016

YOU’RE FIRED! Bobby Blotzer axes Scott Griffin from Ratt, bringing in former member Robbie Crane

YOU’RE FIRED! Bobby Blotzer axes Scott Griffin from Ratt, bringing in former member Robbie Crane Facebook — As we first reported last week here on Metal Sludge it’s now been confirmed that Scott Griffin is being let go from the band Ratt. Griffin took to his personal facebook earlier today to break the news to his fans and friends. The bassist wrote; “Just got off the phone with Bobby Blotzer. We decided that after the[…]

February 26, 2016

RATT SHAKE UP? “The only reason this is working is because of my voice” Joshua Alan

RATT SHAKE UP? “The only reason this is working is because of my voice” Joshua Alan Insider News — Several sources close to the new Ratt line-up have recently revealed to Metal Sludge that not all is hunky dory on the inside. Last week the band’s official co-manager Jason Green was let go. After roughly a year helping formulate the project from the ground up Green was sent packing and it seemed to stir the pot for[…]

January 22, 2016

RATT CHATT … Bobby Blotzer; ‘Bottom line, this is Ratt’ and fans react; ‘No it’s not’

RATT CHATT Bobby Blotzer; ‘Bottom line, this is Ratt’ and fans react; ‘No it’s not’ Facebook — A recent post from the RATT camp sheds some light on the current state of the band. After some years in turmoil it looks like Bobby Blotzer is (legally) taking the reins and running full speed ahead. Blotzer is the only classic era member of the platinum selling 80’s group that performs (with an entirely new lineup) as RATT. The group’s[…]

December 9, 2015

RATT CHATT Blotzer’s recent bold statement about DeMartini; ‘If I was him I’d be ready to slice my throat’

RATT CHATT Blotzer’s recent bold statement about DeMartini; ‘If I was him I’d be ready to slice my throat’ ABC News — Ratt drummer Bobby Blotzer recently relaunched the group with a new lineup, which prompted longtime Ratt guitarist Warren DeMartini to sue his band mate and business partner, who shares ownership of the group with DeMartini. A court has allowed Blotzer to tour under the Ratt name — after he initially called his band Bobby[…]

November 17, 2015

RATT RIP-OFF Bobby Blotzer’s bass drum heads stolen, reward offered

RATT RIP-OFF Bobby Blotzer’s bass drum heads stolen, reward offered Facebook — Amongst our rock n’ roll community we have a thief. What a shame, shame, shame! Are you a wanted man? If so, it’s time to lay it down if you’re holding out. Maybe you will have a slip of the lip and soon be givin’ yourself away. Either way, we know that someone is the thief, and if you are that person, there[…]

November 8, 2015

RATT LAWSUIT NEWS “Suing you’s a dirty job, but I’m the man to do it” says Bobby Blotzer

RATT LAWSUIT NEWS “Suing you’s a dirty job, but I’m the man to do it” says Bobby Blotzer Los Angeles — In the on going saga that is the battle over RATT there is an update from the Bobby Blotzer camp. Last week on November 5th a press release was posted on the official RATT Facebook. The press release gives us all a play-by-play and is highlighted by a few quotes from drummer Bobby Blotzer. “The choke[…]

October 1, 2015

LAWYER IT DOWN Ratt guitarist Warren DeMartini files lawsuit against Bobby Blotzer

LAWYER IT DOWN Ratt guitarist Warren DeMartini files lawsuit against Bobby Blotzer Los Angeles, CA — A founding member of the 1980s rock band Ratt is suing another original member, alleging he is bringing suits in the name of the group and falsely advertising his tribute band as the real thing. “This case arises from the drummer of the rock band Ratt trying to take over the band and pawn himself and a cast of[…]

September 28, 2015

BACK FOR CHOREOGRAPHY Juan Croucier debut’s his Ratt side project

BACK FOR CHOREOGRAPHY Juan Croucier debut’s his Ratt side project WESTLAND, Michigan – It’s been a busy few months in the Ratt camp with different members launching new offshoots of the brand they once ruled the world with. Juan Croucier finally made his live debut with his “The Other Voice Of Ratt” side project. The group appeared at “The Token Lounge” just on the outskirts of Detroit Michigan in the city of Westland on September 24th. The project[…]