Bootsy Collins - Album of the Year #1 Funkateer

Between his previous studio album Nothing but U on My Mind (2024) and the upcoming sequel Metal Health (2026), this 1 hour 18 minute album not only explores sounds, but also documents an era where each track is a meeting point with the legacy. The substantial length of the project allows for a wide exploration of collaborations without sacrificing the thematic coherence around pure funk and the homage to Buckethead.

The JB's Tribute Pastor P: the historical epicenter bringing together Fred Wesley, Clyde Stubblefield, and John Jabo Starks

The logic of Bootdullivan's appearance is confirmed and amplified on "Bootdullivan is Soopafly," a conceptual track that connects the recurring guest to the legendary figure of Soopafly. This track also features Ouiwey Collins, Kokane, and Daz Dillinger in a constellation of varied guests, illustrating Bootsy Collins' desire to forge connections between different generations of rap and funk. The balance between the regular presence of a supporting artist like Bootdullivan and the introduction of figures such as Daz Dillinger or Kokane allows for a consistent sound on "Bootzilla" despite the variety of voices that pass through the album. Each intervention is carefully calculated to strengthen the collaborative density without weighing down the overall progression of the album.

Barbie T & Me (Tribute to Buckethead): the final tribute to Buckethead with Barbie T and Zillatron

The album's memorable closing track, "Barbie T & Me (Tribute to Buckethead)," features a title that explicitly references the deceased legend. With Barbie T and Zillatron at the helm, this final track marks a subtle transition towards the status of a living monument in the genre. The tribute is rendered with precision that respects Buckethead's memory without resorting to kitsch, transforming the end of the album into a respectful act of commemoration. The presence of Zillatron, another important figure, reinforces the idea that this album aims to be a living document, where each featured track ensures sonic coherence despite the variety of voices. Across the 18 tracks that make up the album, each featured track ensures sonic coherence "Bootzilla" despite the variety of voices that pass through the project. The substantial total duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes provides the necessary space to explore this unparalleled historical density without ever sacrificing the thematic coherence around pure funk and the homage to Buckethead. Each intervention, whether with Fred Wesley, Clyde Stubblefield, or Snoop Dogg, reinforces Bootsy Collins' community message, making this album a precise portrait of the artist at this particular point in his career, firmly rooted between his previous work and the upcoming one.

Technical specifications

- Release Date: April 1, 2025 - Label: Bootzilla Productions - Tracks: 18 (1 hour 18 minutes) - Opening / Closing: Album of the Year #1 Funkateer / Barbie T & Me (Tribute to Buckethead) - Guest Artists: Bootdullivan, Myra Washington, Daru Jones, Harry Mack, Clyde Stubblefield, Fred Wesley, John Jabo Starks, Soopafly, Ouiwey Collins, Kokane, Daz Dillinger, Fantaazma … - Previous Album: Nothing but U on My Mind (2024)