This is the one hundred and twenty third mixtape by the Funky Soul Burner. MIXTAPE 123: Our Ancestors Are Calling blends world funk, electronic, and afro beat into a perfect chill-slash-dance session.
MIXTAPE 123: Our Ancestors Are Calling by the Funky Soul Burner invites listeners on an evocative journey through a rich mosaic of global sounds that bridge cultures and generations. From the moment the introductory notes set the stage, the mixtape embarks on an exploration of music that transcends time and space, resonating with the echoes of our collective heritage. The meticulously curated selection opens with Amanaz’s “Khala My Friend,” a nod to the past that seamlessly transitions into a contemporary groove, foreshadowing the seamless fusion of old and new that characterizes this sonic odyssey.
Each track unfolds like a musical tapestry woven with threads of diverse influences, celebrating both the heritage of our ancestors and the modern expressions that they have inspired. The mixtape weaves through genres, from the rhythmic complexity of Seun Kuti & Egypt 80’s “Kuku Kee Me” to the Afrobeat-infused vibes of Guedra Guedra’s “The Arc of Three Colours.” As the journey progresses, the melodic narratives capture the essence of unity and interconnectedness that transcends cultural boundaries.
As the playlist culminates with Falle Nioke & Ghost Culture’s “Ayekouma,” the listener is left with a sense of reverence for the melodies that have traveled through time, echoing across generations. The intricate tapestry of sounds underscores the universal language of music, evoking an emotional response that transcends linguistic and geographical divides. MIXTAPE 123: Our Ancestors Are Calling is an immersive experience that pays homage to the roots of rhythm while celebrating the vibrant evolution of sound.
| TRACK # | TIMESTAMP | ARTIST | SONG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0:00:00 | Intro to Our Ancestors Are Calling | |
| 2 | 0:00:26 | Amanaz | Khala My Friend |
| 3 | 0:03:31 | UNEQUAL ft. DSARDY, Son Little | Step Ahead (Locust Ave Remix) |
| 4 | 0:08:30 | Guedra Guedra | The Arc of Three Colours |
| 5 | 0:12:19 | Russo Passapusso, Antônio Carlos & Jocafi feat. Curumin, Zé Nigro & Lucas Martins | Alabá |
| 6 | 0:15:41 | Seun Kuti & Egypt 80' | Kuku Kee Me |
| 7 | 0:21:32 | Ebo Taylor | Love and Death |
| 8 | 0:28:10 | Oddisee | Try Again |
| 9 | 0:30:37 | Gaidaa | Falling Higher |
| 10 | 0:33:51 | Lindigo | Domoun |
| 11 | 0:36:41 | Hugh Masekela, Siparia Deltones & Machel Montano | The Meeting Place (Amapiano Version) |
| 12 | 0:40:34 | RELATIN & La Pesada | Cumbia y Tambo (Quantic Remix) |
| 13 | 0:44:49 | Ladaniva | SHAKAR |
| 14 | 0:47:28 | L'Entourloop feat. Lyicson, Queen Omega & Red Fox | Florilège |
| 15 | 0:51:38 | Electric Jalaba | Briando |
| 16 | 0:55:27 | Ariwo | Quasi |
| 17 | 1:00:22 | Native Soul & Nikita De Djy feat. Jay Lass & Djy Black R | Wenzani |
| 18 | 1:05:15 | Kondi Band | Yeanoh (Powe'hande Binga'dbe) |
| 19 | 1:10:35 | Falle Nioke & Ghost Culture | Ayekouma |