Drats!!! Bio

The War was over...The only survivors were street animals: dogs, cats and rats. From these creatures, a new species of mutants evolved: Drats!!!   
   
Portland, Oregon's arty rebel band, Drats!!!, is a new species indeed. Fronted by four devastating singers –Maddog, Yoon, Chad Deitchley, and the notorious Chairman--Drats!!! has caught the attention and imagination of many through their outrageous yet compelling anthems, abnormal imagery, and explosive stage performances. This eccentric sextet blends catchy pop songwriting, frenetic art-punk energy, and an imaginative, wicked sense of humor.  Balancing demented story lyrics and urgent group vocals against driving percussion and unexpected rock hooks, Drats!!! music is a chaotic Circus of the Stars hosted by Jamie Farr on a maniacal speed binge! After all, the band is named after the original title for the post-apocalyptic Rock & Rule, a 1983 animated motion picture featuring music from Cheap Trick, Iggy Pop, Lou Reed and Blondie. 

The new Drats!!! CD is entitled Welcome to New Granada.  This CD is a collection of songs (a rock operetta) based on 1979's sensational cult film of teenage rebellion, Over the Edge (Matt Dillon's first film). The movie focuses on a group of disaffected youth in an oppressively boring planned community. The feature was misunderstood and shelved quickly after its initial release (due to fears that the film was too violent). Since then, Over the Edge has slowly gained a rabid following of fans who relish in its over-sensationalized depiction of '70's youth culture. The songs on Welcome to New Granada attempt to capture the rebellious spirit of Over the Edge and the colorful characters that populate its stark and tumultuous world.
 
Drats!!! is always looking for ways to promote their music. They will be happy to do anything they can do to help you with an interview or article. 

The Band