This is the one hundred and twenty seventh mixtape by the Funky Soul Burner. MIXTAPE 127: Drip Metal Injected in Soul defies conventional genre boundaries, weaving together metalcore’s ferocity, indie’s reflective storytelling, and electronica’s expansive sonic landscapes. Highlighting the diversity and complexity of contemporary music, the mixtape features a curated selection of artists, from Sleep Token and IDLES to Last Stat, Little Simz and Zebra Katz, creating a rich, immersive listening experience.
In MIXTAPE 127: Drip Metal Injected in Soul, the Funky Soul Burner navigates the turbulent waters of genre fusion with a discerning ear, melding metalcore’s raw intensity, indie’s introspective lyricism, and electronica’s expansive soundscapes. The mixtape begins with an original piece, “Intro to Drip Metal Injected in Soul,” setting a tone that’s both exploratory and foundational by hosts Amaya & Karu, preparing the listener for a journey through contrasting sound terrains. Tracks like Sleep Token’s “Granite” and IDLES’ “Roy” offer a sharp, emotive edge that’s swiftly complemented by the synth-driven rhythms of Redinho’s “Square 1 (feat. Kimbra)” and the intricate melodies of glass beach’s “slip under the door.” Funky Soul Burner is showcasing one of its own in this mixtape with Last Stat’s “Perpendicular,” a sonic exploration through nebulous horns and an array of drum patterns. Check out Last Stat’s debut album, “Statistically Significant,” available on all streaming platforms.
Throughout its runtime, the mixtape doesn’t shy away from showcasing the gritty energy of metalcore and the introspective depth of indie, while seamlessly incorporating electronica’s boundless textures. Notable contributions such as “Entwined (Street Light Buzz)” by METZ and “Mean Streets” by Death from Above 1979 highlight the mixtape’s heavier inclinations, whereas tracks from Bilal and EARTHGANG, Spillage Village & Benji, like “For You” and “Bobby Boucher,” infuse soulful vibrations, bridging the gap between raw power and emotional resonance.
“Drip Metal Injected in Soul” stands as a testament to the Funky Soul Burner’s curatorial prowess, presenting a meticulously crafted tapestry of sounds that challenge and redefine genre boundaries. The inclusion of artists like Danny Brown and Little Simz underscores the mixtape’s commitment to diversity, both in sound and substance, culminating in Zebra Katz’s dual offerings, “ZAD DRUMZ” and “NECKLACE,” which serve as a fitting denouement to this genre-defying auditory experience. This mixtape is not just a collection of tracks but a coherent narrative that speaks to the eclectic and ever-evolving nature of contemporary music.
| TRACK # | TIMESTAMP | ARTIST | SONG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0:00:00 | Intro to Drip Metal Injected in Soul | |
| 2 | 0:00:41 | Sleep Token | Granite |
| 3 | 0:04:09 | IDLES | Roy |
| 4 | 0:08:12 | Redinho | Square 1 (feat. Kimbra) |
| 5 | 0:11:43 | glass beach | slip under the door |
| 6 | 0:17:09 | METZ | Entwined (Street Light Buzz) |
| 7 | 0:21:31 | Last Stat | Perpendicular |
| 8 | 0:27:51 | Death from Above 1979 | Mean Streets |
| 9 | 0:30:14 | Stove | Mosquiter |
| 10 | 0:32:56 | Danny Brown | Y.B.P. (feat. Bruiser Wolf) |
| 11 | 0:35:45 | Bilal | For You |
| 12 | 0:39:20 | EARTHGANG, Spillage Village & Benji | Bobby Boucher |
| 13 | 0:42:35 | Trae tha Truth | I'm On (feat. Big Boi, Lupe Fiasco, Wale & Wiz Kalifa) |
| 14 | 0:46:59 | Breaka | Descending |
| 15 | 0:52:02 | Little Simz | Fever |
| 16 | 0:53:28 | Little Simz | SOS |
| 17 | 0:56:17 | Big K.R.I.T. | Country Cousin Anonymous |
| 18 | 0:58:47 | Zebra Katz | ZAD DRUMZ |
| 19 | 1:01:36 | Zebra Katz | NECKLACE |