The Kinks and percussion) was replaced by Bob Henrit, formerly of Argent, in 1984. Original bass guitarist Pete Quaife was replaced by John Dalton in 1969, and Dalton was in turn replaced by Jim Rodford in 1978. Session keyboardist Nicky Hopkins accompanied the band in the studio for many of their recordings in the mid-to-late 1960s. In 1969 the band became an official five-piece when keyboardist John Gosling joined them, being replaced by Ian Gibbons in 1979, who remained in the band until they broke up in 1996; a result of the commercial failures of their last few albums and creative tension
Rats (The Kinks song) Rats (The Kinks song) "Rats" is a song written by Dave Davies and performed by The Kinks on their album "Lola versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One". It is the tenth song on the album, and has a duration of 2:40. John Dalton's bass work is a notable aspect of the song. "Rats" is one of two songs by Davies on "Lola vs Powerman", the other being "Strangers". It contrasts heavily with some of the other tracks on the album, featuring heavy guitar chords and fast-paced vocals. "Rats" marks an end somewhat to Dave Davies' contributions to Kinks albums,