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Stephen Pearcy signs to Frontiers Music for 4th solo release “Smash”

Stephen Pearcy signs to Frontiers Music for 4th solo release “Smash”   Italy — Frontiers Music Srl is thrilled to announce the signing of STEPHEN PEARCY for the release of his fourth original solo album, “SMASH”. Stephen Pearcy, best known as the original vocalist and founding member of the platinum rock band RATT, has been working hard to complete his highly anticipated new album, while at the same time keeping busy performing shows across the U.S.[…]

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RAT Vs: DONKEY … Bobby Blotzer calls Don Dokken “crazy old man, donkey & a gigolo”

RAT Vs: DONKEY Bobby Blotzer calls Don Dokken “crazy old man, donkey and a gigolo”   Eddie Trunk — In a brand new call-in interview to the Eddie Trunk radio show, Bobby Blotzer has opened up on all things related to his version of Ratt and much more. One of the interview’s highlights, if you wanna call it that, was Blotzer talking about Don Dokken. Blotzer was addressing recent comments Dokken made about the drummer. Dokken was a guest on Trunk’s show earlier[…]

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Bobby Blotzer announces new (Ratt) line-up of players going forward

Bobby Blotzer announces new (Ratt) line-up of players going forward   Facebook — Bobby Blotzer has announced a new line-up of players for his version of the band Ratt. Blotzer took to facebook today stating; “Just a quick note. Regarding our Ratt tour. We have some leaving, and new great musicians coming on board.” The sole original member of his version of the band (Ratt) has been out playing shows all year long. Blotzer adds; “Starting Sept 3rd[…]

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RAT DRAGON CARTEL … Doc Ellis leaves Bobby Blotzer’s Ratt

RAT DRAGON CARTEL Doc Ellis leaves Bobby Blotzer’s Ratt   Facebook — According to a brand new post on his official Facebook, Michael “Doc” Ellis is leaving Bobby Blotzer’s version of Ratt. Ellis is one of the original Bobby Blotzer’s Ratt Experience members. Ellis left Sin City Sinners back in February to be part of Blotzer’s newly (at the time) launched version of Ratt full-time. “I gave my notice aug 1…Said I would fill out the month,[…]

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GOING, GOING, GONE! Robbie Crane quits Bobby Blotzer’s Ratt

GOING, GOING, GONE! Robbie Crane quits Bobby Blotzer’s Ratt   Facebook — Robbie Crane makes it official and has ‘resigned’ as the bassist in Bobby Blotzer’s version of the band Ratt. Crane writes in a post on his facebook; “As of today, I have resigned my position as the bass player of Bobby Blotzer’s band “Ratt”. A southern California native, Crane, 47 was previously a member of Ratt from 1996-2012. Crane continues with; “While the[…]

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SLAP IN THE FACE? Don Dokken asks; “Has Bobby Blotzer lost his mind?”

SLAP IN THE FACE? Don Dokken asks; “Has Bobby Blotzer lost his mind?”   Youtube — In a brand new interview Don Dokken gives his views on the Eddie Trunk radio show about recent drama surrounding Bobby Blotzer and his version of Ratt. Dokken starts off the youtube clip below with; “I’ve been watching the Bobby Blotzer meltdown, has he lost his mind?” as Trunk breaks into laughter. Dokken adds; “I want to just call him up[…]

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Stryper singer Michael Sweet is cheering for the other Ratt

NOT BB’s version Stryper singer Michael Sweet is cheering for the other Ratt Facebook — Michael Sweet has officially weighed in on the Ratt saga. The voice of Stryper had a few choice words to say on his official facebook but did start his post off with the following; “I wish these guys all the best and hope they can resolve their issues”.  Sweet seems to be supportive of the band as a whole but doesn’t mince[…]

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Bobby Blotzer admits ‘I’m flustered’, sources claim members on their way out

IMPLODING! Bobby Blotzer admits ‘I’m flustered’, sources claim several members on their way out   Rumorville — Multiple sources close to Bobby Blotzer’s ‘Ratt’ camp are alleging that every member but the singer are set to jump ship. Including some crew members as well. A source close to the members themselves is claiming that all but Josh Alan have already given notice that they will leave Blotzer’s version of Ratt in September. The source also[…]

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Ex-road manager says Bobby Blotzer asked Southwest to announce he was on plane, and he carries a handicap card

OH SNAP! Ex-road manager says Bobby Blotzer asked Southwest to announce he was on plane, and he carries a handicap card   The Classic Metal Show — In yet another tall-all style interview Ex-Ratt ‘manager/tour manager’ Jason Green goes off on his former boss Bobby Blotzer. This latest episode of The Classic Metal Show comes on the heels of the news that the ‘real’ Ratt made an appearance in Los Angeles over the weekend. Ratt original[…]

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BACK FOR MORE … Original RATT members PEARCY, DeMARTINI and CROUCIER make a statement

BACK FOR MORE Original RATT members PEARCY, DeMARTINI and CROUCIER make a statement   LOS ANGELES, California — Sources close to the Ratt camp have been hinting around for months that something was going to happen. Now it appears something has happened. Over the weekend 3 of the original surviving Ratt members made a public appearance together in Los Angeles. Not only did they make an appearance, but they did so with guitarist Carlos Cavazo and[…]

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