Bootsy Collins has welcomed roots-soul singer-songwriter Davie as the first artist signed to Bootzilla Records, the funk legend’s newly launched label.
“Davie, welcome to Bootzilla Records,” Collins said in a statement. “You know you got a burning tent revival going on deep down in your soul, and all I can say is Church.”
He added, “As the first signing to Bootzilla Records, Davie is helping lead the front line of what this label is here to bring to the people. He brings real soul, grit, and that feel-good fire that makes folks stop, listen, and believe every word he’s singing. We’re looking forward to rolling this thing out with him, letting his soul, fire, and truth touch the world the way only he can.”
Bootzilla Records is distributed through Jay-Z’s Roc Nation. The label “is built around artists Collins discovers organically, artists whose music is deeply rooted in tradition while connecting with audiences everywhere,” according to a press release.
“Bootsy is a legend,” Davie said in a statement. “He’s built a sound that’s unmistakably his own: funky, effortless, timeless, and full of personality. What inspires me most is how his music can be deeply rooted in Black musical traditions while still connecting with people everywhere. That’s something I aspire to as an artist.”
Davie made his label debut with “Soul,” released Friday (June 19).
“Juneteenth is a day to celebrate together freedom for all, and Black music has always been the soundtrack of our cultural expression,” Davie said. “The song draws from a rich history of blues, soul, and funk, which have been the soundtrack to joyful moments and celebrations worldwide. So, I wanted to join the celebration by lending my voice.”
Stream Davie’s new song “Soul” below.
