"Back Again in the DHSS" is an album by the British band Half Man Half Biscuit, released in 1987. This album followed their debut, "Back in the DHSS," which came out in 1985. Half Man Half Biscuit hails from Birkenhead, England, and their music is characterized by a unique blend of post-punk and indie rock, laced with satirical and humorous lyrics.
"Back Again in the DHSS" is technically their second album, although it is often referred to as a compilation of sorts. This is because it contains unreleased tracks and sessions that were recorded in the period leading up to and following their initial success. The band enjoyed a cult following due to their witty take on everyday British life and pop culture references.
The title of the album is a play on words, with "DHSS" standing for the Department of Health and Social Security, a former UK government department, lending a sense of British bureaucratic life to the album's image.
The songs on this album, much like their debut, reflect the band's trademark style of humor and commentary, covering various topics with a distinctly British sensibility. While not as well-known as their first album, "Back Again in the DHSS" helped cement Half Man Half Biscuit’s status in the British indie music scene. Critics and fans often appreciate the band for their clever wordplay and the way they weave cultural references into their music.
