Back for More

The Zoo Crew is spinning "Back for More" by Ratt from their debut album Out of the Cellar, a track that captures the raw energy of the 1980s glam metal scene. This song, though not released as a single, became a fan favorite and was featured in a music video that included the legendary comedian Milton Berle, who also appeared in the video for Ratt’s hit “Round and Round.” According to Songfacts, the band didn’t initially consider “Back for More” anything special when they started playing it live in 1982, and it was left off their debut EP in 1983. However, when recording Out of the Cellar, they laid down every song in their repertoire, and this track made the cut, contributing to the album’s massive success, selling over three million copies in the U.S. alone.

A fun piece of trivia comes from social media, where fans and posts on X highlight the song’s cultural impact. For instance, a post by @HairMtlMessiah notes that Out of the Cellar, which includes “Back for More,” defined the glam metal genre and “left the Strip soaked in Jack Daniels and broken dreams.” The music video for “Back for More” is also iconic for featuring model Tawny Kitaen, who appeared on the album’s cover crawling through a trap door, as mentioned in a fan comment on Songfacts. Kitaen’s presence became a hallmark of Ratt’s early visual style, cementing their place in 80s rock culture.

Ratt formed in the late 1970s in San Diego, California, evolving from frontman Stephen Pearcy’s earlier band, Mickey Ratt. According to biographical details from Ratt’s official website, Pearcy relocated to Los Angeles in 1980, where he assembled the classic lineup including guitarists Robbin Crosby and Warren DeMartini, bassist Juan Croucier, and drummer Bobby Blotzer. The band honed their craft on the Sunset Strip, playing clubs like the Whisky a Go Go and building a loyal following. Their big break came with the help of friends in Mötley Crüe, who recommended them to Atlantic Records. This led to the release of their self-titled EP in 1983 and the blockbuster Out of the Cellar in 1984, which catapulted them to fame with hits like “Round and Round” and the enduring appeal of tracks like “Back for More.”

Fans, or Zoo Freaks, can connect with Ratt through their official website and social media. The band is active on Facebook, where they share tour updates and throwback photos, and on Instagram, posting nostalgic content and fan interactions. Their X account is another hub for updates, with posts like one from @StephenEPearcy celebrating the 1984 release of Out of the Cellar and its 2020 chart re-entry due to a Geico commercial featuring “Round and Round.” Fan communities thrive online, including the Ratt Pack Fan Club on Facebook, where enthusiasts share memorabilia and discuss the band’s legacy. Websites like Encyclopaedia Metallum also provide detailed discographies and histories for dedicated fans.