"Soulrocker" delivers Franti's signature blend of positive-minded, danceable funk with a focus on grooving. The album's lead single, "Gimme Freedom," became an anthem for the summer.
- "Soulrocker" was released on Fantasy Records, a label with a long history in jazz and soul music. The album reached number 6 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart.
- The album was produced by Michael Franti and his longtime collaborators, showcasing a refinement of their established sound. It was recorded and mixed primarily in Franti's own studio in San Francisco.
- "Soulrocker" features guest appearances from artists such as Sonna Rele and Coach Fire. The album's themes focus on love, unity, and social justice.
Michael Franti is a musician from Oakland, California, known for his genre-bending fusion of rock, soul, and hip-hop. In 2016, he released "Soulrocker," an album that continued his tradition of socially conscious lyrics set to danceable grooves.
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