New video from Plan B

'The Recluse' continues the story of Strickland Banks' fall from grace

The Hot Press Newsdesk, 15 Sep 2010

Rapper and soul singer Plan B's latest video (taken from his excellent sophomore offering The Defamation of Strickland Banks) is directed by Daniel Wolfe, and follows the concept album's story of the fictional character's downfall.

'The Recluse' is the fourth single take from the album. It's due for release on October 4.

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