scratching the surface

Sundazed Music's tradition of making rare vintage rock gems available again on vinyl continues with the dual release of Scratching the Surface and Blues Obituary, the first two albums by '60s British blues-rock legends The Groundhogs. Out of print for decades and never before reissued domestically, these two cult classics have been meticulously restored, using Sundazed's usual exacting standards; each is pressed on high-quality audiophile vinyl, and features original cover art.

Originally released in 1968 and 1969 respectively,Scratching the Surface and Blues Obituary are landmarks of Britain's blues-rock movement. Led by master guitarist/singer/songwriter Tony McPhee, the band formed in the mid-'60s, borrowing their name from a John Lee Hooker song. Prior to launching their recording career, the Groundhogs developed a reputation as a powerful live act, and backed such visiting American blues greats as Champion Jack Dupree and Hooker himself.
"TRACK LISTING: Rocking Chair / Early in the Morning / Waking Blues / Married Men / No More Doggin' / Man Trouble / Come Back Baby/ You Don't Love Me / Still a Fool"