The Rats - The Rise And Fall Of Bernie Gripplestone And The Rats From Hull
Review by Dean Klabunde
The album, The Rise And Fall Of Bernie Gripplestone And The Rats From Hull by Rats, is a unique and captivating musical journey. The album is a concept album that tells the story of the fictional character Bernie Gripplestone and his band The Rats From Hull. The album is a perfect blend of rock, punk, and blues, with catchy hooks and powerful lyrics that will keep you engaged from start to finish.
The album opens with the track "Bernie's Boogie," which sets the tone for the entire album. The track is a high-energy instrumental that showcases the band's musical prowess. The following tracks, "Rats" and "Sweetheart," feature lead singer Johnny Rat's powerful vocals and catchy guitar riffs that will have you tapping your feet and singing along.
The album's standout track, "The Ballad of Bernie Gripplestone," is a hauntingly beautiful ballad that tells the story of Bernie's rise to fame and his eventual downfall. The track features Johnny Rat's emotive vocals and a stunning guitar solo that will leave you breathless.
The album's closing track, "The End," is a perfect conclusion to Bernie's story. The track is a slow, melancholic ballad that showcases the band's emotional depth and musical versatility.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Guitar Boogie | ||
| Stop Get A Hold Of Myself | ||
| Colour Me | ||
| Morning Dew | ||
| I've Gotta See My Baby | ||
| Life's A River | ||
| New Orleans | ||
| I Feel Free | ||
| Spoonful | ||
| The Rise And The Fall Of Bernie Gripplestone | ||
| I've Got My Eyes On You Baby | ||
| Telephone Blues | ||
| The Hunter | ||
| Early In Spring | ||
| It Ain't Easy |
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Catalog Numbers
- GET 622
- TP012
- SJPCD022
Labels
- Get Back
- Tenth Planet
- Angel Air Records
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Compilation
- Limited Edition
- Numbered
- CD
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Geoff Appleby (tracks: A1 to B3), John Mently (tracks: B4, B5), Keith Cheesman |
| Drums | John Cambridge, Mick "Woody" Woodmansey (tracks: A1 to B3) |
| Guitar | Mick Ronson (tracks: A1 to B3), Tony Visconti (tracks: B4, B5) |
| Vocals | Benny Marshall |
| Keyboards | Robin Lecore (tracks: A4) |
| Producer | Bunny Lewis (tracks: A1 to A4), Keith Herd (tracks: A5) |
Notes
- Tracks B4 and B5 were recorded in 1994 after the tragic death of Mick Ronson.
- Gatefold sleeve with "The Rats - A Visual History" Booklet included.
- Limited to 1000 copies, hand-numbered on the backcover.
- Tracks A1 to B4 recorded 1964-1969, tracks B5, B6 recorded live on 29th April 1994.
- Tracks 13-15 recorded in 1998
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