RATT's Stephen Pearcy Drops New Single 'I Need U'

The track will appear on Pearcy's upcoming solo album 'The Dogg Mob'.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:00pm

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RATT frontman Stephen Pearcy has released a new single called 'I Need U' that will be featured on his upcoming sixth studio album 'The Dogg Mob', set to drop this summer. Pearcy has been collaborating with his guitarist Erik Ferentinos and producer Matt Thorne on the new record, which he says will include some 'killer material' and 'special guests'.

Why it matters

As the lead singer of the iconic 80s metal band RATT, Stephen Pearcy's new solo music is highly anticipated by fans. The release of 'I Need U' builds anticipation for 'The Dogg Mob' album and Pearcy's upcoming solo tour dates.

The details

Pearcy shared that 'I Need U' is available for download now, writing 'This song's on me—download it before they charge ya!' He also teased another new track called 'Drive' that will feature a mystery guitar guest. An exact release date for 'The Dogg Mob' has not been announced, but Pearcy has several solo shows booked for 2026 in support of the new material.

  • Pearcy released the new single 'I Need U' on April 8, 2026.
  • Pearcy's upcoming sixth solo album 'The Dogg Mob' is set to drop this summer.
  • Pearcy's next solo show is scheduled for May 9, 2026 in Tulare, California.

The players

Stephen Pearcy

The lead singer of the 1980s heavy metal band RATT, who is releasing a new solo album called 'The Dogg Mob' this summer.

Erik Ferentinos

Pearcy's guitarist, who has been collaborating with him on the new album.

Matt Thorne

The producer working with Pearcy and Ferentinos on 'The Dogg Mob'.

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What they’re saying

“This song's on me—download it before they charge ya!”

— Stephen Pearcy, RATT Frontman

“We've been writing some killer material the last few years.”

— Stephen Pearcy, RATT Frontman

“We're fired up about this record. And now with all the special guests coming in... we're looking to start some s***, lol.”

— Stephen Pearcy, RATT Frontman

What’s next

Pearcy has several solo shows booked for 2026 in support of the new 'The Dogg Mob' album, with his next performance scheduled for May 9 in Tulare, California.

The takeaway

As the frontman of the iconic 80s metal band RATT, Stephen Pearcy's new solo material continues to build anticipation among fans for his upcoming album 'The Dogg Mob' and his return to the stage.