The Brothers Footman – Stankonya [Single + Video]

Back in action, The Brothers Footman are dishing out thick and thumping rhythms with their new jam, “Stankonya” (pronounced “stank on ya”), tipping their hats to Outkast’s iconic Stankonia album. Hailing from Indianapolis, Indiana, these four brothers—Dikembe, Gerald, Micah, and Joshua Footman—are saluting the legends while whipping up their own funky concoction.

Dikembe sets the track in motion with a flanging guitar groove, heavy on the funk and stage-setting magic. Then, the beat drops, thick with a bottom-heavy electric bass and live drums that flow with a relaxed swinging pattern, leaning hard into that funk pocket. The chorus strips back the drums, letting the vocals come through clean and strong, giving it that extra punch.

Lyrically, the song is a treasure chest for Outkast fans, dropping gems like “SpottieOttieDopaliscious” and “so fresh, so clean,” but these brothers put their own twist on it. The hook is a really catchy, stick-to-your-ribs serving of slinky funk that’ll lift your whole mood.

Visually, the video is a trip. The brothers jam out in front of a green screen that places them on a technicolor alien planet. Dikembe’s on guitar, Micah’s laying down the bass, Joshua’s on drums (swapping out with Gerald when it’s his turn to spit bars), and Gerald’s rocking the keytar and drums. Their outfits are a straight-up homage to Outkast, with nods to classic looks that fans will recognize and love. The trippy silhouettes of dancing ladies inject a wild, psychedelic flair, making the whole video pop.

“Stankonya” is a wild ride from start to finish, dripping with funk and swagger. The Brothers Footman have spun a track that gives a nod to their idols while showcasing their own undeniable flair and charisma. If hip-hop and funk are your jam, you need to bump this track ASAP.

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