Brand New Second Hand is a great listen to anyone who is dipping their toes into the British hip hop scene. The album title is in reference to Manuva’s childhood growing up poor where he would receive second hand gifts for Christmas (hence the phrase “brand new second hand”). The album’s general aesthetic is one that has a real interesting dichotomy– Manuva’s flow is smooth and cool, but its placed on top of musical arrangements that are warped and distorted, giving the whole thing a very DIY and urban feel.
Standout Songs: “Movements”, “Inna”, “Soul Decay”
