Roots Manuva - Brand New Second Hand (25th Anniversary)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 Manuvas influence is also one that extends beyond solo work. He has collaborated with a diverse array of artists, including

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Chris Beirden on bass

worthy of the finest moments of the band’s now-classic Leave Home and Open Your Heart albums

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Supportive Instrumentation That Underscores Guitar And Vocals

“This is the sound of someone bearing a torch

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The dichotomy between A Feather in the Engine’s pop songs and instrumentals fascinates the ear

Their debut full-length “Mandatory Enjoyment” (Trouble in Mind) arrived in late 2021

Showcasing five great Hancock originals: Succotash

the quietly energetic and adventurous producer who has made records with James Blake