"The Scruffs" refers to several distinct groups, ranging from legendary Beatles fans to modern sports supporters and musical acts. The Apple Scruffs (Beatles Superfans)
: Harrison grew so fond of them that he wrote and recorded the song "Apple Scruffs" for his 1970 solo album, All Things Must Pass , acknowledging their perseverance through "pleasures and the pain". The Scruffs
: They operated with a membership hierarchy, published a monthly magazine, and wore official black badges to distinguish themselves from casual tourists. "The Scruffs" refers to several distinct groups, ranging
: In Knoxville, Tennessee, "The Scruffs" is the name of the independent support organization for the soccer club One Knoxville SC . : In Knoxville, Tennessee, "The Scruffs" is the
: A musical group by this name has performed at venues like The Avenue , recently covering songs such as Radiohead's "Creep".
The most historically significant group, the , were a dedicated "central core" of The Beatles fans who gathered outside the Apple Corps offices and Abbey Road Studios in London during the late 1960s.
: They were known for being highly protective of the band, shielding them from more intrusive fan behavior. Sports & Local Organizations