Name: The Rationals
Brand: The Rationals

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The Orchard/SPV (Membran)

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Release date

2023-11-17

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889466375118

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889466390517

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889466390616

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The Rationals

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Cleopatra

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Classic

The Rationals were an American R&B-influenced rock & roll band from Ann Arbor, Michigan. Formed in 1964, the group quickly gained attention and linked up with *John Sinclair* who became their manager. Their singles were released on his label, four of which were picked up for national distribution by *Capitol Records*. The band's lone LP was released in 1970 on *Crewe Records*, but unfortunately they split up soon after. The Rationals' two most successful records were covers of *Otis Redding*'s 'Respect' (which pre-dated Aretha Franklin's more famous version) and *The Yardbirds*' 'I Need You' (written by *Keith Relf*).

Lead vocalist Scott Morgan showcased his talent not only through singing but also playing various instruments including harmonica, guitar, drums, piano, and organ. Bill Figg provided the solid foundation on drums while Steve Correll added his skills as a lead guitarist. Terry Trabandt completed the lineup on bass guitar.

The Rationals drew inspiration from a range of artists within the rock genre. Some similar artists include The Remains, The Del-Vetts, The Gants, The Third Bardo, We The People, and many others.

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Brian acquired his love for the music business by becoming an active participant in the Los Angeles club scene through the 1980/90's. The label was officially launched with three releases, [a11286] (a space rock band from the SF bay area), followed by the release of [a233658]'s "On Parole". The third release, was actually a series of reissues by electronic pioneers [a4654].
They specialize in all genres, including A Capella, Acid, Adult, Aggro Rock, Ambient, Big Band, Blues, Breakbeat, Breaks, Chill, Drum & Bass, Electronica, Experimental, Gothic, Hardcore, Indie, Industrial, Krautrock, New Wave, Oi!, Punk, Reggae, Synthpop and Techno.

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big beat's previous rationals compilation "think rational" delivered some long-overdue kudos to these seminal michigan rockers. as promised, big beat are now proud to present the group's eponymous 1970 album in the same profusely annotated and illustrated manner: the first time these recordings have been legitimately reissued anywhere. after leaving erstwhile mentor jeep holland of a-square records, the rationals continued with their exciting blend of rock and r&amp;b, absorbing along the way the heavier influences of the scene surrounding the legendary grande ballroom in detroit. the result was the classic 1969 single 'guitar army' and a long overdue full album on the crewe label, the soulful contents of which demonstrated the breadth of the group's talents. this big beat reissue adds the rare single versions of 'guitar army' and 'sunset' plus two previously unissued tracks, including an amazing live-in-the-studio take of 'wang dang doodle'.

Music EU

Discover The Rationals by The Rationals. Seminal Michigan rockers' eponymous 1970 album, reissued with rare tracks and extensive annotations. Label: Cleopatra.