S.O.D. "Lay It Down" by Ratt

11/19/2015     It's not that bad to have a Playboy model in your music video and on your website.  In this case, 1983 Playmate of the Year, Marianne Gravatte.  The hard rock/heavy metal/glam rock band had around 20 popular singles with this tune and the more popular 1984 release, "Round and Round" ranking in the Top 40.  "Lay It Down" got to #40 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #11 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.

     They got their start in Hollywood, CA. in 1976 and were one of the first founders of the hair metal/glam metal scene.  From 1976-1981 they were known as Mickey Ratt.  In 1993 they went on hiatus until 1997 and rocked out until 2014.  Not calling it quits yet, but on their 2nd hiatus.  

     Ratt has released 13 albums including compilations.  Six have reached Gold or Platinum status or both.  Their latest album, "Infestation" was released in 2010.