What makes Brand New Second Hand by Roots Manuva notable?

The album is considered a cornerstone of British hip-hop, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres and lyrical depth. It helped propel Roots Manuva into the spotlight, influencing a new wave of artists exploring similar sounds and themes in the late 90s and early 2000s. The album was pivotal in demonstrating the potential of UK hip-hop on an international scale. Released in 1999, 'Brand New Second Hand' was Roots Manuva's debut album following his emergence in the UK music scene. At this point, he was establishing his identity as a distinctive voice in alternative hip-hop, combining diverse influences that would shape his sound in subsequent works.

Who is Brand New Second Hand for?

Brand New Second Hand works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and flow.

How many songs are on Brand New Second Hand?

Brand New Second Hand has 17 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Brand New Second Hand

Roots Manuva · 1999

65 min · 17 tracks · alternative hip-hop · trip hop · dub music

A vibrant fusion of alternative hip-hop and dub rhythms that echoes urban life with introspective lyrics.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
wave-like pacing and flow
contemplative introspective moments

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1999, 'Brand New Second Hand' was Roots Manuva's debut album following his emergence in the UK music scene. At this point, he was establishing his identity as a distinctive voice in alternative hip-hop, combining diverse influences that would shape his sound in subsequent works.
Stylistic neighbors: Tricky· DJ Shadow· Massive Attack

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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Movements 4:12
2 Dem Phonies 4:26
3 Juggle Tings Proper 5:04
4 Inna 4:31
5 Soul Decay 3:49
6 Baptism 4:21
7 Strange Behaviour 3:52
8 Organ Skit 0:16
9 Big Tings Gwidarn 4:42
10 Sinking Sands 4:10
11 Wisdom Fall 3:10
12 Roots-Fi Discotek (skit) 0:31
13 Clockwork 3:57
14 Cornmeal Dumpling 5:27
15 Fever 4:00
16 Oh Yeah… 3:18
17 Motion 5000 5:11

What to play next

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