Scratch the Surface
Sick of It All · 1994
35 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk · New York hardcore
Aggressive riffs and fast tempos collide with politically charged lyrics in a raw, unfiltered hardcore punk experience.
Why this album works
'Scratch the Surface' is significant for its role in solidifying Sick of It All's reputation in the hardcore punk genre, receiving positive reviews and helping to boost their visibility in the underground music scene. The album features tracks that became staples in live performances and contributed to the band's influence on subsequent hardcore bands.
- Best for
- concise energetic listening sessions immediate hooks and energy high-paced motivational vibes
- Context
- By the time 'Scratch the Surface' was released in 1994, Sick of It All had already established themselves as a cornerstone of the New York hardcore scene. This album followed their critically acclaimed release 'Just Look Around' from 1992 and marked their continued evolution into a band that addressed social issues through their music.
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Cure Standout 2:58
- 2 Insurrection Standout 1:50
- 3 Consume 3:42
- 4 Who Sets the Rules 2:45
- 5 Goatless 1:20
- 6 Step Down 3:09
- 7 Maladjusted 2:24
- 8 Scratch the Surface Standout 2:51
- 9 Free Spirit 1:53
- 10 Force My Hand 2:28
- 11 Desperate Fool 1:51
- 12 Return to Reality 2:43
- 13 Farm Team 2:22
- 14 Cease Fire 2:58
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