The Streets’ first two albums ‘Original Pirate Material’ and ‘A Grand Don’t Come For Free’ helped to make the UK hip-hop/garage scene a force to be reckoned with on a global scale, and established Mike Skinner as a lyricist with a gift for delivering insightful observations about everyday life. Long out of print, both albums will be repressed and released on double vinyl on March 30th.
Originally released in 2002, ‘Original Pirate Material’ remains one of the most influential albums of its generation, and bridged the gap between UK garage and grime. Featuring the breakthrough hit ‘Has It Come To This’ and era-defining anthems such as ‘Weak Become Heroes’ and ‘Let’s Push Things Forward’, it made Skinner a spokesman for a generation.
Track list:
Side A
1. It Was Supposed To Be So Easy
2. Could Well Be In
3. Not Addicted
Side B
1. Blinded By The Lights
2. Wouldn't Have It Any Other Way
3. Get Out Of My House
Side C
1. Fit But You Know It
2. Such A Twat
3. What Is He Thinking?
Side D
1. Dry Your Eyes
2. Empty Cans