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Ratt released Dancing Undercover in 1987 at the peak of their commercial run, positioning the band as essential players in the LA glam metal scene. Following the massive success of *Out of the Cellar*, this album continued their trajectory toward mainstream acceptance, showcasing a band refining their formula of theatrical hard rock with genuine songwriting craft. *Dancing Undercover* stands as their most polished and radio-friendly statement, balancing the swagger and technical prowess that defined their earlier work.

The record thrives on immediate hooks and arena-ready production, evident from the opening strut of "Dance" through the sultry swagger of "Body Talk" and "Slip Of The Lip." "One Good Lover" and "Looking For Love" lean into the band's softer, more melodic side without sacrificing their signature edge, while "Drive Me Crazy" exemplifies the tighter, more focused song structures that characterize this era. The atmospheric density and confident vocal delivery across the tracklist create a record designed for full-throttle consumption—simultaneously glossy and muscular, with production that emphasizes separation and clarity across every element.

This 2023 reissue from BMG presents the album on vinyl with meticulous attention to pressing quality and original packaging fidelity. The remaster brings definition to the original recordings while respecting the album's inherent 80s sheen, and the vinyl format captures the warmth and dimensionality often lost in digital transfers. The inclusion of a transparent sticker on the shrink wrap preserves the collectible presentation while allowing immediate visual assessment of the record itself.

Tracklist:

A1. Dance
A2. One Good Lover
A3. Drive Me Crazy
A4. Slip Of The Lip
A5. Body Talk
B1. Looking For Love
B2. 7th Avenue
B3. It Doesn't Matter
B4. Take A Chance
B5. Enough Is Enough