The Scruffs - Take A Bath | (full Ep)

While many fans associate The Scruffs with the jangling, "Beatl-esque" jolt of the 1970s Memphis scene, Take A Bath serves as a bridge toward the lusher, more complex arrangements that would define Burns' later work. Antfarm Records (ANT 003).

The 1997 EP marks a unique, experimental chapter in the history of The Scruffs , a legendary power pop outfit originally from Memphis. Released on Antfarm Records nearly two decades after their seminal 1977 debut, Wanna Meet the Scruffs? , this record showcases a distinct lineup led by founder Stephen Burns alongside Dan Bell and Marty Doo. Overview and Production The Scruffs - Take A Bath (Full EP)

Critics have noted that Burns' songwriting in this era became "lusher and more complex," maintaining the hook-heavy core of power pop while exploring "British-influenced pop" nuances. While many fans associate The Scruffs with the

Take A Bath is often viewed by collectors as a "hidden gem" in the Scruffs' Discography . While it didn't achieve the mainstream radio success that local Memphis legends like Jim Dickinson once predicted for the band, it remains a vital piece of evidence that Stephen Burns never lost his "belief that a nice melody and a good hook are the keys to the universe". Released on Antfarm Records nearly two decades after

The EP balances the band's power pop roots with elements of alternative rock and indie pop, a precursor to the varied styles found on their follow-up full-length Actual Size (2001). Legacy

This release appeared during a prolific period of rediscovery for the band, arriving shortly before the "reunion" era that saw them recording in Scotland with members of Belle and Sebastian. Musical Direction