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Bootsy
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Legendary
Funkster, Bootsy Collins to Release New CD on June 8th
Pioneer
of funk, Bootsy Collins has signed with Thump Records and will
release his first CD in six years, announced Jay King, the
director of the classic R&B division at Thump Records.
“Play With Bootsy” the artist’s new project is an
eclectic blend of dance, funk, and club featuring guests
artists Snoop Dogg, George Clinton, Macy Gray, Fat Boy Slim,
Bobby Womack, Miss Kier and Rosie Gaines.
“Bootsy
is a major coup for Thump Records,“ reveals King. “His
signing is a powerful confirmation of our commitment to
provide a home for our preeminent musicians.” Collins’
album will drop on June 8th.
Bootsy
Collin’s legacy spans the last three decades, with his
earliest efforts beginning at age 17 when he recorded “Sex
Machine” with James Brown. Best known for his participation
in the celebrated band, the Funkadelics and the Mothership
Connection, Collins continued his musical legacy with the
formation of his own group, Booty’s Rubber Band. He toured
with DeeeLite in the 90’s and later was embraced by the hip
hop generation, appearing in numerous rap videos, with his
beats being heavily sampled over the past decade. His
reemergence back on the scene is testimony to his pervasive
star power and magnetism.
When
Thump Records announced Club Nouveau co-founder Jay King as
the director of its new classic R&B division, CEO Bill
Walker had the foresight to revitalize the careers of some of
the music industry’s finest. The concept was to sign
favorite “veteran” artists and release their new music.
With a vision to infuse a fresh spirit and energy into the
classic R&B and old school music scene, together King and
Walker are determined to set a new precedent in a hip hop
driven world.
With
the recent signing of Bootsy Collins, one of the pioneers of
funk, to Thump Records, the label is positioning itself with a
strong power base. Collins joins label mates Lakeside,
Midnight Star, Michael Cooper, Val Watson (female lead
vocalist – Club Nouveau) and Club Nouveau. Thump Records
will release new music beginning in June with Collins and
offer two new CD releases per month.
For
additional information and offerings from Thump Records, go to
www.ThumpRecords.com
or call 909-595-2144.
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