Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CLE3751.1

Colour

Green

Colour details

Purple/Green

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

Deluxe Edition

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-07-07

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

889466375118

Total Cap

Green LPx2

CLE3905.1

Magenta

2023-07-14

889466390517

Magenta LPx2

CLE3906.1

Silver

2023-07-21

889466390616

Silver LPx2

Artist

The Rationals

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

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.

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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!

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