As the founder, lead singer, and songwriter of the metal rock band RATT, Stephen Pearcy led his creation to Mega Multi-Platinum Success Year after Year from 1984 – 1991. Capturing critical acclaim for his performances, style, and uniquely salacious vocals. Pearcy formed RATT in Los Angeles in 1982 from his previous band Mickey RATT. Known for their overtly sexual appearance, rebellious attitude, and take no prisoner approach to metal, Atlantic Records recognized RATTs potential and star power thus signing the band to a contract resulting in the 1984 album Out of the Cellar, which became one of many multi-platinum successes. RATT climbed up the charts with singles from Out of the Cellar, soaring past Princes Lets Go Crazy, Van Halens Panama, Madonnas Borderline and David Bowies Blue Jean.
The record generated top ten singles followed by sold out tours throughout the world. This momentum remained with every proceeding RATT album to include their most recent release of Infestation in 2010. Their last recording from that time in 1991 is Ratt 81-91 of which marked the end of an era, and to the chagrin of many die hard metal fans who seemingly could never get enough of Pearcy, it seemed to mark the end to a self-proclaimed dynasty of rough & tough metal that ruled the better part of the 80s.
Throughout RATTs nearly four decades of success with Pearcy at its helm, they released 8 albums and played thousands of shows worldwide all the while selling over 20 million records.
In 1992 Pearcy explored other areas of interest and created Arcade with Cinderellas drummer, Fred Coury. With the release of his first solo debut in 2002, Social Intercourse, and 20 CDs to his credit, he continued to record and tour vigorously to the delight of a new emerging fan base of metal fans.
About Whisky A Go Go
The Whisky A Go-Go has been an anchor on Sunset Strip in the Los Angeles music scene since its doors opened in 1964.
The Whisky has played host to rock'n'roll legends from The Doors, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, and Led Zeppelin to today's up and coming bands.
The Whisky A Go-Go is the 1st live music venue to be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. The Whisky Is recognized as a historic music landmark and is the only surviving music venue to be inducted into the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame.
