situation again. Q: Thanks for your time Juan…it’s a crime but I haven’t seen you since you played here in Rockford,Illinois on the Reach for the Sky Tour. A: I have always loved record production. members? We rerecorded some parts of the record and remixed it in the United States for the Elektra release. elaborate on it, because it's a private matter between those folks, A REFLECTIVE RATT INTERVIEW 7-29-05 ===== ===== Juan Croucier 2000-2020 Web Administrator: Juan Croucier ... Juan Croucier 2000-2020 Web Administrator: Juan Croucier The Music. A: Yes! you (the band) and the audience. or at: www.perrisrecords.com It's As far as the replacements that are with them, it's a good gig for I recently listened to that record and I was surprised at how “stiff” the bass tracks felt to me (compared to how I played them), they just didn’t sound smooth, although I think Tom did an excellent job on the tracks he played on. What was the decision behind that?A: "Without adding any … While playing or performing live, is more of an interpretation of the concept of the song and the vibe between. We went to Germany and played all the same clubs The Beatles had played. I also post show dates on my website too. The following message was posted in part on the Facebook page from Ratt frontman Stephen Pearcy earlier today (with slight edits): ““Backstage Past”, There was a few months early in the beginning of RATT circa 1983 that Juan Croucier wasn’t in Ratt.Enter bassist Joey Christofenilli (pictured on the right), I think Warren brought him in for the few months when Juan couldn’t … Blotzer gave some highlights of what would come once the interview was posted by advising that Ratt frontman Stephen Pearcy and bassist Juan Croucier were apparently tried to hire or hired guitarist Jake E. Lee (Ozzy Osbourne, Badlands, Red Dragon Cartel) to presumably be part of Ratt. Yet Juan Croucier I bought the shirts….poster of the RATT being electrocuted on the studio console, buttons, etc….I have no qualms about admitting this. He wrote several hits for the band including "Lack of Communication" and "You're in Love." Ironically, I had replaced John in a band called Micki Free. Do you find it to be anywhere near as satisfying as playing live or is it a lot more work? So, we pulled favors and often times worked the graveyard shift (from about midnight on in studios), we did whatever it took. http://www.kyowashokai.co.jp/caparison.html. It has destroyed the trust, bond and respect we once had among each other. will continue to make all my records from there and only there. No plans to tour. He is best known as the founder, singer, songwriter and sole remaining original member of the heavy metal band Ratt.He has also created the bands Firedome, Crystal Pystal, Mickey Ratt and Ratt Arcade, Vicious Delite, Vertex.He has also recorded seven albums as a solo artist. I am a big fan of Tom Petersson. What are your thoughts on the new version of Ratt? It's a duo. the name, toni aleman, may not yet be a household name but mark my words, that name will be by the time that aleman’s musical career is over. I put in a lot of time and effort into Dokken. You guys are the best! put out quality songs. It was our first time out of the country and we had an offer and it … and the imploding of his former band. Crosby, who co-wrote many of … I have nothing but love and respect for Ratt’s Japanese fans. It's my favorite studio in the world! Founding Ratt guitarist Robbin Crosby succumbed to AIDS yesterday (June 6) after an eight-year battle with the disease. We were “the real thing,” and no one can take that away from us. suffice to say that in my opinion it's really a simple matter of giving people that post there on a variety of topics. took over the bass duties. It's about the songs and the statements they It helped to forge Ratt’s signature sound. My personal page is full at this time. painful to make, but now I'm about to get back in and make the finest Q: It has been said that you had turned down the offers to do these RATT reunions because you preferred to keep an eye on family. It’s a celebration of each band’s 30+ year career and paying homage to their music. light some of the creative aspects of the band that most fans are for updates on them as well as other bands. Ratt Years, Volume 1." But that is a very long shot and the Don just wanted to get something out and really didn’t care how he did it. and family! If I had to categorize it I I just needed a break from Right now, those are the only places to get my recordings. In a recent interview with Dead Rhetoric's Matt Coe, frontman Chuck Billy of veteran Bay Area thrash metallers TESTAMENT talked about the impact their 1999 studio album "The Gathering" has had on their career. it. meantime, I'm going to put out Juan Croucier's "Demo's From The 24 talking about this. positive. Blotzer says with confidence; “Ratt’s gonna keep going, and nothing’s stopping it.” The full interview is on youtube and can be heard below. It's ironic in a way because it took us so much work and effort Friends/Archives. I understand they need to make money and the name we In the A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). I have to mention Cheap Trick as often as Eddie Trunk mentions UFO. That's Pearcy and bassist Juan Croucier are the sole remaining original members in RATT's current lineup, which made its live debut in July 2018 in Mulvane, Kansas. I’m considering writing a book but it’s a “dual edged sword” so, we’ll see… It seems like a lot of people are writing books and putting out hot sauces these days. A: Breakin’ The Chains was recorded from a few different sessions over time and put together as a record. them! Formerly a bassist for well known metal bands Dokken and Ratt during the 1980s, Croucier was also very briefly in Quiet Riot and DuBrow. these days! Just a great band all the way around. Tags: Bobby Blotzer, Juan Croucier, Ratt, Stephen Pearcy, Warren DeMartini. A: I only stopped playing live for about five years while I put all my time into my studio, making records for other bands. I’m sure that a reunited Ratt would do very well in Japan. I hope it's refreshing and brings to Juan Croucier: I have a band called Dirty Rats, and we play the RATT catalogue and a few original songs that never made it to any of the RATT LPs. I love playing with The Dirty Rats, and The Hard Rock All-stars. Do you like seeing peoples faces when you launch into a RATT classic that they might not have heard you sing in 20 years??? have been taking time off from the studio. Have you read Bobby’s, what do you think of these Rock Star bios and would you ever consider doing one to set the record straight? make. But other forces, eventually prevailed and brought about the end of the band in 1992, leaving the drummer and I as owners of the name. I know the last thing you probably feel like doing is watching that or your New Years Eve show in Japan but……..do you ever think of Japan, the fans there, or going back? Part of the reason I began to record my songs and not just write them and bring them to my bands was, being a bass player sometimes put me at a bit of a disadvantage. Then about three years later we brought in George Lynch and Mick Brown. Why didn't you join Ratt when they first got back together a few Juan Croucier. juan-croucier in - CD Reviews, DVD Reviews, News. It's a rock project but we really don't have any musical Sadly, signs eventually come out and the fans pick up on it… Ironically, a lot of musicians don’t realize how closely fans watch them. Thanks for all the great tunes and if you ever are looking for a guitar player with a great attitude and can actually get along with everyone on the road, I would like to accompany you in any project or even just to record if you need a guitarist! In the mean time, you can pick up a copy of the Liquid Sunday record at  www.Juancroucier.com Check it out, if you like Ratt, I think you’ll like the Liquid Sunday CD as well. Much Respect to you my friend, Todd Mendieta. Thank you, to all the Ratt/Juan Croucier fans. When I talked to Ken about a possible audition, (in the hallway at a showcase we were doing) the look he gave me was a, “you’re fired” look! Loud, proud, dysfunctional and dangerous, like it or not, that was Ratt. records I can produce! Let me clear something up here, it wasn't about me not wanting to Was it simply a photo or was it a hint of things to come? Rob Cavuoto of Guitar International recently conducted an interview with former RATT bassist Juan Croucier.A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. It’s a three piece. Juan Croucier Of Ratt On The Big Rock Summer Tour - Our Goal Is To Provide Fans With The Best Bang For Their Buck! I can’t really explain everything because it would take too long, but once we discovered and brought Michael Wagener to the United States from Hamburg Germany, he started working on rerecording and remixing. Ratt dropped out Spread the metal: JUAN CROUCIER INTERVIEW AND LIVE PICTURES BY MARKO SYRJALA U.S. icons Ratt are back. A: Okay, great example of one of the many attempts by them to transmogrify the truth, let me set the record straight: I have had many offers to go back to Ratt (ironically, sometimes while they were deriding me in the press at the same time) and the main reason I have not gone back to the band is because we had a very problematic situation in the first place, and nothing had (or has) changed, we don’t get along, it’s not fun and things that should be easy are hard. me about your Liquid Sunday project? RATT hasn't released any new music since 2010's "Infestation" album. As someone who has been outside both situations for a while now, is there something the fans are missing? Juan Croucier Of Ratt On The Big Rock Summer Tour – Our Goal Is To Provide Fans With The Best Bang For Their Buck! Q: I watch the old Ratt the Video to get my classic RATT fix. The Hard Rock All-stars are proud of playing Cheap Trick songs! It’s much more of a creative endeavor, much more meticulous. I know for a fact that (although Carlos is a formidable guitar player) Warren called him because hewas playing in my band. Buy A CD . board. The studio brings a different kind of musical satisfaction for me as a singer/songwriter. Privacy Both obviously require very different approaches and talents. Hey Juan, really enjoyed the interview! a couple of the songs on that record. Do you think this tarnished the Ratt name? For the last year or so, I In a recent interview with Brazil's Heavy Culture, TESTAMENT singer Chuck Billy was asked what his biggest regret is from the early years of the band. I They recorded what many people felt was a good album and were barely able to stay together long enough to promote it. Cliff Burnstein and Peter Mensch had been managing Dokken and finally got us a record deal on Elektra. You can check out his website at www.juancroucier.com. Q: When you went from Dokken to RATT was that considered a lateral move or a definite upgrade back when it happened….or better question….how did the move affect you personally? write. It was one of my greatest concert memories but suffice to say…it’s been a while. We just want to make records at this point. A: I am very proud of what we did in Ratt! Juan Croucier is someone who is true to his word, true to his ideals. Not because of my children. For the musicians out there, please check out my website for the opportunity to speak with Juan about his new project Liquid Sunday I don't hold any hope for us getting back together. also have a few projects coming in from Japan with my good friend Tak Q: There are a few bands nowadays like the Donnas, Vains of Jenna and some of the other Swedish groups that proudly fly the RATT flag and cite you guys as an influence. The band, for political reasons, among other things, did not use many of Despite his demons, he was one of the smarter ones in the band—he got it. You were a cog in two of my favorite bands, Dokken and of course an integral singer/player/writer in RATT. From bands like YES and Be Bop Deluxe to bands like Aerosmith and Blue Oyster Cult. Q: I realize it has been forever and a year but what do you cherish or recall about your involvement in recording Dokken’s “Breaking the Chains”? Those were desperate times for us as a band and succeeding meant everything. He’s a very underrated bass player, in my opinion. He did have a brief stint in Dokken before Jeff Pilson took over the bass duties. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). what you would expect to hear. Bottom line: some things are better left unsaid to fans. Apparently, they (Bobby and Interview by Robert Cavuoto The Big Rock Summer Tour with Ratt, Tom Keifer, Slaughter, and Skid Row will be kicking off in June. As a teenager I started writing and recording my own songs. Red Carpet Interview. How can we find the Liquid Sunday and Ratt Demos albums? It's about songs that I recorded while I was in Ratt over the years. Q: Thank you SO much for making this onetime teenage RATT fan turned writer very happy! Now that all is said and done, I can rest my head knowing that I did everything I could to keep the band alive and moving forward, with integrity, as long as possible. Therefore, although Dokken had a record deal and Ratt did not, after finally hearing the Ratt EP finished, I took about two weeks and really thought about it and finally went with Ratt (without a record deal) because it was just a much better fit for me as a player and as band mates. what they were in court fighting over. the same time? I think it's unfortunate but I'm not surprised. pretty much every major arena around the world during their heyday. I see you have your own studio. You can now listen to the chat in the YouTube clip below. of the band. ... Alex Haber of Heavy New York recently conducted an interview with guitarist Eric Peterson of San Francisco Bay Area metallers TESTAMENT. Trust is a hard thing to earn and an easy thing to The following is an excerpt:Q: I think the big question was why you turned down the reunion with Ratt so many times. Assuming you could somehow come to an agreement with the RATT co., which seems doubtful, would it STILL sound off to my ears without the mighty ROBBIN CROSBY? Juan Croucier is known for his days in the widely popular 80's hard I plan on having three volumes altogether. http://www.kyowashokai.co.jp/caparison.html. Life is too short and I have to make Buy A Shirt . Great band. I hope to have it out early next year. It's not The other band is called ‘The Hard Rock All-stars,’ that band is a cover band with Jaime St. James (Black N Blue), Pete Holmes and Jon E. Love. It can really be a lot of work; long hours and so on, but it is also very rewarding. Why, after all this time can’t these bands simply coexist and present a united front to us, the people who have supported them for all these years? since 1992. Juan Croucier (born August 22, 1959, in Santiago de las Vegas, Cuba ) is an American Hard Rock singer/songwriter/musician. way things are today, no way. What were your thoughts on the Ratt lawsuit? Both bands are a blast to play in and yes, it’s great to see people’s reaction when playing songs like Round N Round! He’s very innovative and plays a critical role in the band.

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