Joe Satriani, Pat Gesualdo, Geoff Tate, Steve Vai, Chris Poland
The Metal Hall of Fame recently honored Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Royalty at the Annual 2020 Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Gala in Anaheim, CA. Geoff Tate, Steve Vai, Don Dokken, Stephen Pearcy, Joe Satriani, Graham Bonnet, Chris Poland Legendary Promoter Jack Orbin, Prong, and Metal Church were the 2020 Metal Hall of Fame Inductees.
The Gala was filmed live for Amazon Prime Movies, and will be aired in early 2020 to over 100 Million subscribers.
In above video – Metal Hall of Fame Jam Geoff Tate, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Chris Poland, Bjorn Englen, Pat Gesualdo
The Celebrity Gala included an epic monster jam for the ages, which featured Geoff Tate, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Chris Poland, Bjorn Englen, and Pat Gesualdo, who performed an unbelievable version of Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid.” Cell phone videos of the epic jam went viral instantly.
Another highlight of the event was the Official Modern Drummer tribute to Neil Peart, which included Cathy Rich, (Daughter of Buddy Rich, and close personal friend of Neil Peart). Modern Drummer’s Editor at Large Billy Amendola, Hudson Music owner Rob Wallis, and drumming legend Carmine Appice.
Several luminary bands such as Don Dokken, Riot Act, Chris Poland, Prong, and Iceland (Featuring Jack Frost, Charlie Calv, John palumbo (Marketing/Design Director of Dean Guitars), and Pat Gesualdo) also performed. The 2020 Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Gala was Hosted by Television/Radio personality Eddie Trunk, and Co-Hosted/Produced by Whiskey A Go-Go Ultimate Jam Night / Almost Fama Show Host Jes Fama. Sponsors were Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment, Michael Brandvold Marketing, Spider Energy Drink, Dark Star Records, SGL Entertainment, Skateboard Marketing, and The Metal Voice.
Pat Gesualdo, Metal Hall of Fame President/CEO, says, “The 2020 Metal Hall of Fame Gala was amazing!! As always, there were Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Idols, and many exciting performances!!”
Jimmy Kay from Canada’s The Metal Voice recently spoke to vocalist and founding member of Ratt’s Stephen Pearcy. Pearcy spoke about Ratt’s tour plans, Ratt’s upcoming studio album and some details on the next book he is planing on writing.
Watch the Interview here
When asked about Ratt’s Touring plans
“I just went through these surgeries and so this past year is kind of just been getting back on my feet getting the running shoes back on and firing on all cylinders so next year will be pretty much the real deal worldwide touring. Right now we’re just you know doing some dates and getting tight and want to work on some new music and take it from there.”
When asked about a new RATT’s new studio album and the musical direction
“I always release solo records pretty much every year just because I like to write and try different things. With RATT we’re gonna to probably release a couple singles first and see what happens, if it fires up will go into a record that’s the easy part. It’s been quite a while since the last album was released 2010-11. Of course the musical style is going be in the RATT norm. When we get into the Ratt music writing mode we know what is Ratt’s music and what isn’t. I would like to get a little more melodically aggressive on the next album, say something like in between the E.P. Out of The Cellar and Invasion of your Privacy. We are shooting for some more Harder Ratt ‘n Roll. Also I have been mentioning to Juan Croucier we should do a similar vocal trade off part like we did on lack of Communication off of Out of the Cellar on a new song.”
When asked what he learn ed from Out of the Cellar producer Beau Hill recording sessions
“Wow quite a lot, arrangements, being patient I learned a lot from him, he was a worker, when he went in there to work it was time to work . It was great to bounce of ideas off of him and then after Out Of The Cellar we knew exactly what we were doing.”
When asked if we will be writing another book
“Absolutely, I’d like to get working on it next year because it’ll be a lot different than the first one. On this book I’ll go over the musical tree of who was there when I first started. I would also like to get more inside the music, who was really involved and who wasn’t. There’s people names that come up and I don’t have a clue who they are and I don’t think they do but they weren’t in the band Ratt I want to set the record straight. Also meeting Robin Crosby for the first time and how much of a part of the music of Ratt he was at the time and how Robin and I creating this whole monster. ”
When asked if he would ever collaborate musically with Jake E Lee in the future who he played with in Pre Ratt, Mickey Ratt
“I would love to, I’m willing to work with any of my friends, Tracy Guns a couple weeks ago working on a song idea. Nothing wrong with writing music with others.”
When asked about his the recent announcement that he would be inducted into the Hall of Heavy Metal History
“I think it’s great because I would take these kind of awards over MTV or VH1’s and other big awards because they’re so political and more or less grab the token band. I mean look there’s so many bands that need to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of fame that have to do with Heavy Metal/ Hard Rock. If I had my way you know it’ll be a whole different award show on how you reward people. The LA scene had a lot to do with the music industry and those bands sold millions upon millions and maybe even a couple hundred million records and none of those bands get noticed for that. So I think the Hall of Heavy Metal History and being inducted is fantastic and much appreciated”
Read below the Official Press release from The Hall Of Heavy Metal History
Ratt’s Stephen Pearcy To Be Inducted into 2020 Metal Hall of Fame
Anaheim, CA, November 4 , 2019 – Ratt singer/songwriter Stephen Pearcy will be inducted into the 2020 Metal Hall Fame, at it’s Annual non-profit charity Gala, The Hall of Heavy Metal History. The Gala will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Marriott Delta Garden Grove in Anaheim, CA.
Stephen Pearcy will join 2020 Gala Inductees Don Dokken, Joe Satriani, and Geoff Tate, amongst other Iconic hard rock and heavy metal artist-Inductees who will soon be announced. Pearcy is best known as the original vocalist and founding member of the iconic rock band RATT, which has sold millions of gold and platinum albums. He has recorded five solo records, and is also a producer, composer, and television program creator.
The 2020 Gala will be hosted by iconic television and radio personality Eddie Trunk, and will feature additional Inductions and performances by numerous hard rock and heavy metal Legends of all time, an All-Star Jam, and other surprises!!
Proceeds from the event go to bring free music programs and therapy services to disabled children in various hospitals and community centers throughout the United States.
The 2019 Hall of Heavy Metal History Gala featured Metallica Inducting Megaforce Records founders Jon and Marsha Zazula. In addition, Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne assisted the Hall of Heavy Metal History Gala by providing former Ozzy drummer Lee Kerslake with his much awaited Platinum Record Awards for his participation on both “Blizzard of Oz” and “Diary of A Madman” albums. The 2019 Gala also featured former Ozzy Bassist Bob Daisley being Inducted by John Sykes (Whitesnake), and Ozzy producer Max Norman. Other Gala Inductees included Mike Portnoy, David Ellefson, (Megadeth) Jeff Scott Soto, (Inducted by Rudy Sarzo) Lita Ford (Inducted by Doro Pesch) Saxon, Jeff Pilson, Testament, and the 50th Anniversary for Legendary Los Angeles radio station KLOS. Uriah Heep and Anthrax were also Inducted at other 2019 Metal Hall of Fame events.
Tickets for the 2020 Annual Hall of Heavy Metal History Gala
Pat Gesualdo, Metal Hall of Fame Founder/CEO, says, “The 2020 Hall of Heavy Metal History Gala is going to be amazing!! Our entire Board of Directors want to thank metal fans all over the world who vote for our Inductees, and attend our events. With their support, they are helping us keep hard rock and heavy metal alive for generations to come. At the same time, the Gala helps our non profit organization D.A.D. (Drums and Disabilities), to provide free therapy services for disabled children and their families, in hospitals and community centers throughout the United States.”
Frontiers Music Srl is thrilled to announce the signing of STEPHEN PEARCY for the release of his fourth original solo album, “Smash”.
Stephen Pearcy, best known as the original vocalist and founding member of the platinum rock band RATT, has been working hard to complete his highly anticipated new album, while at the same time keeping busy performing shows across the U.S. “I am very happy with the new music and the diversity of the songs. It’s taken some time. I’m sure all the fans will be excited too. Also, to be involved with the Frontiers Music Srl family is way cool,” says Stephen about the new songs which are coming to life now.
The good news is that the first taste of new music has been already made available!
Check out “I Can’t Take It”:
“Smash” will be mixed and mastered by none other than the legendary Beau Hill, the producer of RATT’s first four albums, among many other hit records. Stephen will be supporting “Smash” with live dates in the U.S. and internationally.
With over 15 million records and gold and platinum long form videos sold in the U.S. alone with RATT, touring the world with over 20 albums to his credit with other ventures, solo projects, compilations, best of records, and other bands he created, there is no slowing Pearcy down.
Pearcy is an accomplished songwriter with credits on all of RATT’s records through the years (including “Out Of The Cellar”, “Invasion Of Your Privacy”, “Dancing Undercover” and more). More recently, RATT’s last studio album, “Infestation” was released to a few years ago to rave reviews around the world. Stephen is also a producer, composer, television program creator, art director, marketing director, and owner/product creator of “Mic Knuckle” (hands free mic holder) and has also been involved in music for ESPN2 NHRA Drag Racing. Additionally, he has been involved in sponsoring several top fuel dragsters and funny cars since the mid 80’s-90’s thru the 00’s.
Source: Ultimateclassicrock.com Stephen Pearcy’s departure from RATT earlier this week may have surprised many, but it’s been a long time coming for the singer. In a new interview, he spoke of his plans to move forward, which may or may not include a song from his last sessions with the group, as well as addressing some misconceptions about his role in Ratt.
Speaking to Mitch Lafon on his ‘One on One‘ podcast, Pearcy said that he was much more than just the voice of the band. “I wrote every song, or co-wrote every song with some of the guys,” he declared. “Contrary to what people might think or what they’re told, it’s my music…I’m a guitar player first and foremost. I don’t know if people know this or if they really care. I don’t. Publishing speaks for itself, but I’m content. We’ve sold a lot of records. This music will live way beyond any of our lives. It’s all great. My kid’ll be happy one day, and it’s all that matters.”
When he’s ready, Pearcy will get back to work on his fourth solo album, which will be released differently than the traditional method. “I’m just going to release a few songs,” he said. “Or maybe a song a week until there’s 13 songs, because I like that number. After 13 songs, we’ll release it as a CD.”
That doesn’t mean that we’ve heard the last of those musicians working together. There is a contractual obligation to their label, to whom they owe one more album. “[T]hat’s not saying there won’t be another Ratt record,” he continued. “It just won’t be under the circumstance of a band going into the studio and this-and-that. I just won’t be playing in that band anymore, and pretty much put that to rest.”
And while that’s somewhat ambiguous, Pearcy swore that he’s “still committed to this record…..Warren [DeMartini] and I actually wrote a great song months ago at MT Studios, my bass player’s studio. If that’s the last thing that gets out and the only thing, it’s a good thing. But you know, I said I’d do it. But I never want to be involved with my band again. That’s just the bottom line.”
Still, it doesn’t sound like, for all the acrimony, Pearcy has any regrets, and he’s moving on. “I don’t have time to waste entertaining negative anything from anybody,” he added. “But hey, I appreciate everybody who came to the party and it’s not over. It’s just a new beginning. It’s a good thing, and it’s a long time coming.”
American hard rockers RATT have posted via their official Facebook page:
“We are deeply saddened to report that Stephen Pearcy’s sister has passed away. Due to this sudden and unexpected news, RATT will not be performing on the Monsters of Rock Cruise. We would like to thank all our loyal fans for their continued support and understanding. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Stephen and his family. We ask that you kindly respect Stephen’s privacy during this difficult time.“
The Monsters Of Rock Cruise sails March 29 – April 2. For more information see this location.
