
Home sweet home.
Home sweet home.
To coincide with the film Re:Generation, Mark Ronson takes us to the heart of New Orleans and conducts a musical piece. The film will be shown in selected cities tomorrow and the 23rd. After the jump, check out Ronson and Ms. Badu giving a live performance of the track during last night’s Late Show With David Letterman. Previously: DJ Premier Ft. Nas x The Berklee Symphony Orchestra “Regeneration”
Wale, in this track, shows once again his ability to blend different genres. He doesn't limit himself to hip-hop, but enriches it with R&B nuances, creating a familiar sound. This fusion is not only an exercise in style, but serves to intensify the emotional impact of the song. And then there is his ability to rap. Wale is a master at playing with words, creating complex rhymes and modulating his voice to best express his emotions. In 'Blanco', his rap part is an explosion of words that intertwine with the melody, creating a hypnotic and relaxing effect. His ability to go from moments of pure energy to moments of deep introspection is what makes this track so engaging; it reminds me of when you would slow dance, hugging your woman.