Funk legend William “Bootsy” Collins is the latest addition to Thump Records’ new classic R&B division. On June 8, the label will release Play With Bootsy, his first studio album in six years. Guests on the project range from Snoop Dogg, Fatboy Slim and Macy Gray to Bobby Womack and George Clinton.
Play With Bootsy doubles as Thump’s inaugural classic R&B release. Under the direction of Jay King, the label will issue two CDs each month from a roster that includes Lakeside, Midnight Star and Michael Cooper.
Meanwhile, Collins has executive-produced a second album by fellow Cincinnati bassist Freekbass. The Air Is Fresher Underground (Gemini Records/Bootzilla Productions) features Collins, Catfish Collins, Buckethead and Bernie Worrell. Among the ear-worthy tracks are “Burnt Cat” and “Always Here.”
Source Billboard.com.
