The Rattles
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The Rattles
With numerous 7-inch singles from the 1960s, early pressings by the band are especially sought after by collectors of German beat music. Releases often appeared in different cover versions and with varying label prints. Original copies from the group’s active period still achieve stable prices on the collectors’ market today.
The Rattles collectables & pressings
The focus for The Rattles is mainly on the various single formats released in the 1960s on German and international labels. Collectors pay attention to details such as first editions, cover design and label variants. The band released their recordings predominantly as 7'' vinyl, with certain pressings attracting increased interest due to rare B-sides or alternative mixes.
Rarities by The Rattles – what collectors should know
Sought-after collectables include titles such as Hello/ Mashed potatoes/ Twist im Star-Club (7'' Vinyl), which was released with several tracks on one single. The Cauliflower 7" Single (7'' Vinyl) and Come on and sing (7'' Vinyl) are also typical examples of early pressings that are in demand among collectors due to their edition and condition. Some first editions are considered rarities.
For collectors of German-language beat bands, these pressings offer a targeted way to access rare originals from the 1960s.
- Genre: Beat, Rock
- Origin: Germany
- Active: 1960s
- Notable: Performances at Hamburg’s Star-Club, early releases on Polydor
