Since their formation in 1978, Rattus have toured in 25 different countries all around the world. Nowadays Rattus is one of the most legendary Finnish punk bands and have been a huge influence for bigger artists like Sepultura and Municipal Waste. 10 years since their last LP ”Turta”, the Finnish punk veterans Rattus release a new album ”Rikki”, which contains 13 catchy tracks of distinctive trashy hardcore punk. ”Rikki” is also Tomppa's (bass) farewell album as he decided to retire after playing 45 years with Rattus. The album comes with a bonus release ”Laulajat On Sairaita” including 8 Rattus classics tracks performed by well-known Finnish guest vocalists: Marko Annala from Mokoma, Jouni Hynynen from Kotiteollisuus, Vesku Jokinen from Klamydia, Jarkko Martikainen from YUP, Otto Luotonen from Forca Macabra, Villu Tamme from J.M.K.E. and V-V Tomminen from Ivian. Rattus: Vellu – Rummut Jopo – Laulu/Kitara Jeekki – Bass