Roots Manuva - Brand New Second Hand (Grey 2LP)
Rodney Smith aka Roots Manuva is one of the titans of Black British music. He is known for his distinctive voice, complex lyricism, and genre-blending production. His innovative sound being one that merges hip-hop with reggae, dub, and electronic influences which has established him as seminal figure in the UK music scene.
Roots Manuva’s career began in the early 1990s, gaining attention with his debut album Brand New Second Hand (1999) released via Big Dada. The body of work was a critical success due to the use of introspective lyrics and avant-garde beats, and it showcased his ability to merge social commentary with personal introspection.
RM’s influence is also one that extends beyond solo work. He has collaborated with a diverse array of artists, including the Gorillaz, The Cinematic Orchestra, and Coldcut, bringing his distinctive style to a wide range of musical projects. His contributions to the development of the UK hip-hop scene have also been recognised with numerous awards and honours, cementing his legacy as a true innovator.
TRACKLISTING
A1. Movements
A2. Juggle Tings Proper
A3. Cornmeal Dumpling
B1. Baptism
B2. Soul Decay
B3. Fever
B4. Wisdom Fall
C1. Strange Behaviour
C2. Sinking Sands
C3. Oh Yeah…
C4. Dem Phonies
D1. Inna
D2. Big Tings Gwidarn
D3. Motion 5000
PRODUCT DETAILS
Artist: Roots Manuva
Label: Big Dada
Condition: New
Genre: Hip-Hop
Format: Vinyl LP
Cat Number: BD010R
Released: 18th October 2024