Among the dozens of songs released on New Music Friday this week, Whethan's fresh collaboration "Rooster" immediately stood out.
A unique team-up between Chicago DJ and music producer Whethan, Atlanta-based trap pioneer Waka Flocka Flame, Florida rapper Denzel Curry, and rising Atlanta rapper Bktherula made for one of the most energetic and unlikely trap metal and southern hip-hop bangers of the year so far.
This hard-hitting, bass-driven beat makes Waka Flocka Flame sound right at home, bringing the energy and intensity that the track needs. Whethan's booming production perfectly complements Waka's well-known fervor and aggressiveness.
Whethan's latest remix showcases the chemistry between hip-hop and electronic music
Waka provides the song's foundation, while Denzel and Bktherula add fresh energy through their fiery guest verses.
Denzel has sneakily become one of hip-hop's most versatile collaborators and featured guests. Whether he's rapping over aggressive trap production or electronic beats, Denzel consistently adapts his flow and delivery without giving up the vigor that is so important to his music.
In the past year or so, Denzel has been on a great run of feature spots, including some really high-energy performances like the one he gave on "Rooster" that dropped this week. Denzel has proven to be a natural collaborator with electronic producers and DJs, especially after his fantastic guest spot on the hit 2025 track series "Victory Lap" with Fred again.., Skepta, and Plaqueboymax.
The chemistry shared in some of the collaborations between Whethan and Bktherula has become abundantly clear in the last couple of months.
It's not the first time that Whethan and Bktherula have teamed up either. The two collaborated on the angsty and rage-inspired rap cut "I GO PUNK," which was released a couple of months ago, in May 2026.
The combination of Bktherula's rage rap influences and punk aesthetics makes her a very natural fit over Whethan's production, giving the track a chemistry that already feels connected and well established.
The heavy bass and hard synth lines from Whethan on the production make this song even more elevated and more cohesive. This collaboration really proves that there is a lot of potential and connectivity between hip-hop and electronic music in 2026.
Whethan has shown himself to be a very versatile producer and electronic music DJ throughout his career, working with artists ranging from pop's Nessa Barrett to alt-pop's Oliver Tree, and even another trap metal cut with Rico Nasty and 6arelyhuman in October 2024.
This remix track is guaranteed to go crazy and get the energy up in the crowd on the festival circuit for Whethan this year.
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