Name: The Rationals
Brand: The Rationals

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CLOLP3751

Colour

Purple

Colour details

Purple & Green Vinyl Splatter

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-07-28

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

889466375118

Total Cap

Purple LP

Artist

The Rationals

Genre GB

Classic

Label GB

Cleopatra

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.

Los Angeles-based independent record label founded in 1992 by entrepreneur and music fan, [a511570].
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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Brand new Deluxe Edition reissue of the 1969 cult classic from Ann Arbor Michigan R&B-influenced rock group, The Rationals! Best known for their phenomenal covers of soul hit makers Otis Redding and Chuck Jackson, The Rationals released this influential underground classic and then promptly broke up! This deluxe reissue includes several bonus tracks including studio outtakes and rare live tracks that pre-date the album!

Music GB