Ab-Soul releases new mixtape ‘Soul Burger’ honoring late friend, featuring Vince Staples & more

Ab-Soul has launched his latest mixtape, Soul Burger, through Top Dawg Entertainment, paying tribute to his late childhood friend, DoeBurger. The 15-track mixtape runs for nearly an hour and includes collaborations with notable artists such as Vince Staples, Doechii, Ty Dolla $ign, JID, and Lupe Fiasco. Notable tracks like "California Dream" feature Kamm Carson, while Doechii appears on "I, Myself & Me," bringing an array of voices to the mixtape. Producers involved include 9th Wonder, ScHoolboy Q, and TaeBeast, adding a diverse and vibrant feel to the album.

The mixtape’s concept and upbeat sound are a tribute to DoeBurger, whom Ab-Soul described as always encouraging him to create energetic, danceable music for his shows. This influence is clear throughout Soul Burger, as the tracks maintain a lively tempo and animated style. The rapper’s late friend narrates parts of the mixtape, guiding Ab-Soul’s creative direction with inspiration and a reminder of resilience through life’s challenges. "He was always in my corner, pushing me to keep the music alive,” Ab-Soul shared, indicating the importance of this release as both a tribute and a personal milestone.

Soul Burger is available for streaming on Spotify and is anticipated to resonate with fans for its deeper themes of friendship, perseverance, and Ab-Soul’s continued evolution as an artist. The mixtape represents both a celebration and a poignant reminder of the impact of his late friend on his music journey.