Rattus - Discography

ALBUMS & FULL-LENGTH RELEASES

WC Räjähtää

Poko Rekords – 1983

Rattus’ debut full-length album is a cornerstone of Finnish hardcore punk. WC Räjähtää is relentless, energetic, and brutally direct, unleashing the band’s uncompromising attitude and social urgency at full force. Fast-paced tracks, iconic Pushead cover art, and an explosive atmosphere make this record a classic that has influenced generations both in Finland and internationally.


Uskonto On Vaara

Poko Rekords – 1984

Dark, heavy, and intensely powerful, this album deepens Rattus’ expression even further. The sound leans more toward metal while the hardcore roots remain razor sharp. Themes of religion, power, and social control are handled without compromise. One of the strongest and most mature works of the Finnish 80s hardcore scene.


Rattus

Rat Cage Records – 1984

An international release that brought Rattus to wider attention. The album combines brutal energy and tight musicianship with controlled aggression. This release strengthened the band’s position beyond Finland and proved that Rattus belongs among Europe’s hardcore elite.


Kun Pommi On Pudotettu (Cassette)

Western Front Tapes – 1984

A rarer cassette release documenting Rattus’ early power and direct expression. A raw and authentic snapshot of an era when hardcore was at its most explosive.


Riistetyt / Rattus – Live (Cassette, Album)

ULO – 1984

A ferocious live release capturing Rattus at their most intense. The energy, speed, and crowd reactions make this an authentic document from the core of the Finnish hardcore movement.


Live In Denmark (Cassette)

New Age Distribution – 1985

Proof of Rattus’ international appeal. This Danish live recording showcases the band’s tight performance and uncompromising attitude to a European audience.


Stolen Life

Neg FX – 1987

An English-language release presenting a more international side of Rattus. Concise and aggressive, combining hardcore energy with an even heavier sound. The album demonstrates the band’s ability to evolve while maintaining their unmistakable identity.


Rattus (CD, Album)

Poko Rekords – 2005

A powerful comeback after a long hiatus. A more experienced and tighter Rattus sounds both hungry and relevant. The album was warmly received and proved that the band’s edge had not dulled over the years.


Uudet Piikit (CD, Album)

Poko Rekords – 2007

Sharp, energetic, and more modern in production. Uudet Piikit combines old-school speed with a contemporary sound. One of the strongest releases of the band’s later era.


Rattus / Doom (CD)

Nausea – 2011

A split release where two underground heavyweights meet. Once again, Rattus proves their ability to remain relevant and aggressive decade after decade.


Turta

Svart Records – 2013

Heavy, dark, and mature. Turta presents a seasoned band that makes no compromises. The sound is massive and the message sharp — more relevant than ever.


A.R.D. / Rattus – Brothers In Boots

Tudo Muda Music – 2020

An international collaboration reinforcing Rattus’ place within the global hardcore network. This joint release unites underground energy from different countries.


Rikki

Criminal Attack Records / Sacrilégio Records – 2023

A fresh and powerful album proving that Rattus remains vital and significant. Rikki combines decades of experience with raw intensity. The sound is strong, direct, and modern — yet pure Rattus at heart.


Rattus (Cassette, Self-Released)

Not On Label – Unknown

A self-released recording reflecting the DIY spirit and independence that have always been at the core of Rattus.


SINGLES & EPs

Khomeini-Rock

Hilipili Records – 1980

Rattus’ explosive starting point. A raw and straightforward EP that helped define the direction of Finnish hardcore punk from the very beginning.


Fucking Disco – EP

Hilipili Records – 1981

Fast, aggressive, and ironic. A classic that cemented Rattus’ position at the forefront of the new wave of hardcore.


Rattus On Rautaa

Poko Rekords – 1981

An iconic release whose title track became one of the most recognizable anthems in Finnish hardcore history.


Rajoitettu Ydinsota – EP

Poko Rekords – 1982

An intense and compact release set in the shadow of nuclear war. One of the most impactful Finnish hardcore EPs of its era.


Ihmiset On Sairaita

Ann & Archie Records – 1985

Provocative and socially charged, combining frustration and sharp irony into a powerful whole.


Win Or Die

P. Tuotanto – 1988

Short and punchy, highlighting the band’s English-language expression and stronger international direction.


Invades The USA

Psycho Wolf / Cutthroat / Death Exclamations! / Motorchest – 2008

Released in the spirit of a reissue and compilation, showcasing Rattus’ power to an American audience.


Rattus / Holokaust – Split

Rotten To The Core Records – 2011

A joint release by two uncompromising bands. Rattus’ tracks deliver tight, relevant, and energetic hardcore.


Kuningas

Ecophagy Records – 2012

A concise and powerful release where a more modern Rattus sound meets their signature aggressive expression.


COMPILATIONS

Loud And Fast

DK Decay Records – 1982

An early compilation that positioned Rattus within the broader hardcore field and strengthened their standing in the international underground network.


Finnish Hardcore

Bad Compilation Tapes – 1984

An important compilation documenting the rise of the Finnish hardcore movement. Rattus’ contribution is a central part of the genre’s history.

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