CALLING ALL FREAK FAM

A Love Letter & Tribute to Sofi Tukker's network of artists.

It's invigorating how much success and quality music SOFI TUKKER's quarantine fandom known as FREAK FAM is experiencing right now. . .

Sofi Tukker

SMASHING the very impressive milestone of 150+ consecutive days of live DJ sets happening without fail every noon (1PM EST) on Instagram, Facebook, Zoom, Twitch (did I miss one? 😆) and then archived for your revisiting pleasure; the duo has since helped blossom an incredible community of ecstatic and loyal viewers from every imaginable background, each finding common ground in the feeling of being ethereally connected despite being stuck at home, and its all thanks to their extremely welcoming virtual parties.

Just look at HOW FUN these past 5 months have been:

Sofi Tukker / Via YouTube

FYI: Day 200 is predicted to happen September 28, 2020; so set your calendars because its bound to be a BIG one!

When they aren't treating us with amazing at-home shows however, Sofi Tukker is busy making new hits, but they certainly aren't the only ones.

The duo have always been about kindly sharing their exposure. At every turn of recognition, the mention of a fellow creator or dear friend wasn't far behind. What's awesome about it is that in a sort of alignment by the music gods, a lot of these best buds have released superb bops recently. Most recent being LP Giobbi's Meet Again with Little Boots, released under Sofi Tukker's very own label, Animal Talk. It made the cover of Spotify's Cratediggers and mint playlists.

instagram.com

Praise be. 🙌

So in celebration and true Sofi Tukker nature, I give you a playlist for the entire Fam to be together.

GLR / Via Spotify

Just about over an hour long, these 20 songs feature artists who've accompanied Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern throughout US tours, have been with them since the very early days and that are still pals now!

If you made it this far, why don't we break down each song while we listen, eh?

Various Artists

My Man - Extended by Crush Club and Nicki B the Vagabond - Released in November 2019, we ramp things up with this tune because its robotic opening makes for the perfect go-to opener, in my humble opinion. Why I chose the extended version is simple: any extra seconds of this duo and Nicki's vocals is a blessing. They accompanied Sofi Tukker in the autumn Treehouse Tour of 2018 and the rest, is history.

Meet Again by LP Giobbi with Little Boots - This fresh chart-topper was sought after for weeks, with many praising its lyrics as essential for quarantine survival; it's truly a beautiful anthem. Giobbi and Sofi Tukker hold a three-year friendship that proved vital to jump-starting Animal Talk, as well as collecting countless tour memories and stories the rest of us can only dream of.

I'm Bored by Betta Lemme - Who remembers Sofi Tukker's popular Awoo number from their Treehouse tour? Let me tell you guys, its a crowd favorite that definitely changed people's lives. Lemme gloriously helped make that song what it is today and when I found this perfect mood-of-a-bop released in May, it fit like a ring on this playlist.

House Arrest by Sofi Tukker and Gorgon City - If Meet Again is the new Freak Fam Quarantine Anthem then House Arrest is now our Pledge of Allegiance. I cannot stress enough how important this May track is to so many; it's kept us giddy, hopeful, and sane during those scary first months of covid. 100% a treasure of 2020.

Exit Sign by Kah-Lo - Kah-Lo joined Sofi Tukker and Giobbi in the spring run of their Treehouse Tour and never failed to feed on our energy like a true performer at every show. This hit from last October is one of many from this Nigerian superstar.

Manbitch by Haiku Hands - This Australian trio signed up to Sofi Tukker's R.I.P. Shame World Tour of 2019 and shared their musical magic with audiences everywhere, including this long-awaited and unapologetically fun banger from April.

Jungle Queen by LP Giobbi with TT The Artist - Yas. I mean, just YAS! LP deservedly gets a second slot in this playlist with a slapping tune and vocals from last November guaranteed to wake you up and get you moving. I've seen this song featured in workout lists, dance routines, even drag queen performances. We stan.

Purple Hat by Sofi Tukker - Speaking of dancing on the people, seems like civic duty to include this almost-year-old staple. Cheetah prints, purple hats of any kind, and living life merrily up on the booth are all memories of the duo's famous Animal Talk parties, held at different locations pre-covid to crowds of people who surely miss getting to head out and dress up in their jungle best right now.

If you're still here and read this much in, oh gosh THANK YOU, we're at the halfway point!

Various Artists

Get Happy by The Knocks ft. Mat Zo - There is no doubt the Knocks are OG Fam, and you'll remember why soon, but this recent single from April makes it clear that talent attracts its likeness. Having collaborated more than once with Sophie & Tuck, I tell you now: do not sleep on The Knocks!

There For You by Gorgon City and MK - Without Gorgon City there would be no House Arrest, so of course they get their own spot in this playlist. Besides that however, this lovely August 2019 song speaks true to our inner quarantine feelings, romantic or otherwise.

Dare Me by NERVO, Plastik Funk & Tim Morrison - Another OG Fam, NERVO welcomed 2020 with this fun and funky beat. Knowing the badass duo though, its no surprise they'll deliver every time. Fun Fact: They covered ZHU's hit Faded, who just happens to be next on our list!

Mi Rumba by Sofi Tukker with ZHU - Throwing it back a little because why not? It's important to look at the past so that we can better appreciate the future, you'll see what I mean in a bit. Two forces of nature mixed to create this sensual bop from January 2019, which works here as a great segue to the language shift of these next couple songs.

Salvaje by Pabllo Vittar - Brazil's very own Queen. Would've been a crime not to include her here, and what better jam than this sassy track off her 2020 album 111, heard on all video platforms and every #challenge imaginable. Being featured on Sofi Tukker's Energia reboot from last year's Coachella was utter magic, and I'll bet my bottom dollar it won't be their last collab either. Stay hype.

Soy Yo - Doozie & MOJJO Remix by Bomba Estereo - When Sophie and Tuck said Bomba Estereo is the best band, they meant it and proved it too by making Playa Grande. So adding this remix of their 2015 classic to the playlist was like putting on Cinderella's shoe: perfect.

Just Miss Love by Benny Benassi, Burak Yeter & Saint Wilder - While its totally true that right now Everybody Needs a Kiss, just like Sofi Tukker's feature sings on Benny's 2018 summer song (released on my birthday BTW ❤️), its this new and heartfelt tune from May that fits so well to our current lockdown lifestyle. Mr. Benassi never fails.

Good Time Girl by Sofi Tukker with Charlie Barker - Yes another flashback, but you know what, this banger from the duo's 2018 debut album Treehouse ended up on HBO's The New Pope for hundreds of thousands to hear, that's huge. Plus it features Charlie Barker, who's amazing in it, and made its rounds in remixes this year. Check them out here; right now, go.

Hear-ye, the Final Four and maybe the most precious!

Various Artists

OTT by Allday - Mr. Allday earned a slot on the Fam playlist because his verse in Sofi Tukker's newest version of Swing is all too good. This single from April only proves how talented the Australian artist really is.

Is That It by ALISA UENO with Vigiletti - It's Alisa from Tokyo and OHMYGOSH this slaps. A September of 2018 bop that needed to be in my life a lot sooner and now it's in yours, you're welcome. If the name rings a bell its because it should, read below.

Amber Rose by LP Giobbi, hermixalot & Computo - How could I not include this staple? Giobbi's debut single from April 2018 gets the crowd going on every set, be it for hermixalot's proud and fun vocals, or LP's groovy house beats. Forever a party go-to if you ask me.

Best Friend by Sofi Tukker, NERVO, The Knocks & ALISA UENO - We end this playlist with the 2017 anthem that started the fandom for a lot of us, one of the purest musical forms of camaraderie and friendship I've yet to hear in this life. An embodiment of FREAK FAM values, Sophie & Tuck's Best Friend featured NERVO, The Knocks and Alisa in a way that felt like anyone could be included in this squad, and my playlist vows to further show that.

There will be other Tour Fam & Collab artists to be included as time goes by. . .

As a collaborative playlist, it welcomes any missed and worthy songs fit to make our FREAK FAM founders proud!