Popular Post JohnnyD 1,220 Posted April 7, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted April 7, 2018 I'm kinda surprised there has not been a discussion topic about Ludwig Goransson's score to Black Panther. For those who have seen the latest chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, what was your impression of the score? I feel not only is Black Panther another fantastic entry in Marvel Studios' repertoire; it is a little more than that. Black Panther is a history-making film in the way it presents itself, from the characters, cultural influence and iconography, to the story. I was amazed, not just as a fan of Marvel Studios, having seen all the films since the beginning with Iron Man, but as a film enthusiast in general. The score adds to this as well. Ludwig Goransson's use of African instrumentation and chorus combined with traditional western orchestra makes it stand out. I was also fond of his use of techno beat and rhythm in combination with brass, string and choir for the character of Killmonger. T'Challa's theme is the definitive highlight of the score. I was amazed at how much research Goransson put into crafting the score, even going to South Africa to look into the music. One of my favorite tracks is "Wakanda." That vocal solo by Baaba Maal gives me chills. The images that accompany the track in the film are phenomenal. Ryan Coogler and all involved really made a great film. Anyway, those are just some of my reactions to Black Panther. Not Mr. Big, bruce marshall, Once and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Who 919 Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 I think this is one of the best marvel scores to date. The blend of styles is very well done and it creates a distinct sound for the movie. Göransson will also score the new Venom movie! The Illustrious Jerry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,973 Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 I really enjoy the score. I didn't like the film much, however. It was really sub-par and doesn't do the justice to the subjects it tries to address. Sadly. But hey, it didn't hurt it's box office as it is about to pass Titanic domestically. Surprising turn of events actually. Karol Oomoog the Ecstatic and The Illustrious Jerry 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK 3,307 Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 The film was decent Marvel fare. Not exactly great film-making, but a solid 2 hours of entertainment. The score is good fun, and off the top of my head, probably the best Marvel score. The Illustrious Jerry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyD 1,220 Posted April 8, 2018 Author Share Posted April 8, 2018 6 hours ago, crocodile said: I didn't like the film much, however. It was really sub-par and doesn't do the justice to the subjects it tries to address. Sadly. But hey, it didn't hurt it's box office as it is about to pass Titanic domestically. Surprising turn of events actually. Karol Many, including myself, disagree on that assessment. To each his own, I guess. Also, not at all surprising regarding the financial success. This topic is more about the score rather than the film, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miz 139 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Film: in-your-face, but I appreciate that it had more to say - and better representation and values - than any other Marvel film (and most centre-stage Hollywood fare). The score I have been coming back to frequently, it really elevated the movie, has stunning variety seamlessly melded, and is rich enough for a pleasurable and quite catchy listening experience. I am chanting "T'Challa" around the house now. The Illustrious Jerry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedigoScan 324 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 I am glad the Tchalla chants were kept in the soundtrack as well And this is a soundtrack where there is almost nothing I'd skip (maybe one of the 3 tracks after Busan car chase and before Killmongers Challenge) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,973 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 The only thing that bothers me about this album is this one tiny bit of clipping here that is unfortunately present in the digital downloads and Spotify (as well as Disney promotional releases): Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyD 1,220 Posted April 8, 2018 Author Share Posted April 8, 2018 I have to mention "Wakanda" again. Baaba Maal's vocal solo is so iconic to the identity of this film. The scene it accompanies is breathtaking. The visuals of the African landscape are amazing, not to mention when we first enter the city of Wakanda. It functions the same way that Lebo M.'s solo chant opened The Lion King, both film and score. It instantly transports you to Africa. Baaba Maal also gives a reprisal at the end of "A King's Sunset." I love the percussion throughout the score as well, with special mention to the talking drum solos. I love the main theme. I am also fond of Killmonger's theme; very effective. Here is a behind-the-scenes video with Ludwig Goransson talking about the process of writing and recording the score: I also have to mention the choral work in this score. The African chants and choral work are very effective. I love the chorus chanting "T'Challa" in "Warrior Falls", "Waterfall Fight" and "End Credits". Not to mention the chorus in "Wakanda", "Warrior Falls", "Waterfall Fight", "Ancestral Plane" (which I also love the string elegy associated with the ancestors), "Killmonger vs. T'Challa", "Burn It All", "Wake Up T'Challa", "The Great Mound Battle" (personal favorite), "Glory to Bast", and "A King's Sunset" (another favorite). I also like the choral chanting in "Wakanda Origins", "The Jabari" (although I prefer the way it is in the film), "Casino Brawl", Entering Jabariland", and "The Jabari, Pt. II." Ludwig Boransson did a good job on the entire score. Really made an impact while enhancing an already phenomenal film. I was already familiar with Boransson due to his phenomenal work on Creed. He did a great job with Black Panther. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpy 4,145 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 I thought the film and score were OK, nothing to write home about. The Killmonger synthesizer beats sound an awful lot like some cheap backing-track loop you could find on an electronic keyboard, it was so bad and distracting in the film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,973 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Well it was supposed to be hip hop based, wasn't it? Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artguy360 1,842 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 I liked the score quite a bit. It fit the film well and gave the proper sense of propulsion when needed and emotion when appropriate. There is one theme played several times on strings that is quite effective, something like a theme for regret. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Haven't seen the film but the score is fantastic, easily the second best score of the year (behind Silvestri's Replay Player One). Very VERY easily the best MCU score. The Illustrious Jerry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Rick 1,155 Posted September 17, 2019 Share Posted September 17, 2019 Mondo has announced a 3-disc vinyl release tomorrow, per the notes it's the "complete album" No track list revealed yet, will have to wait to compare it to the sessions leak. Wish they would do CD releases as well! Really want this and Ant-Man & the Wasp extended but don't have a turntable. https://mondotees.com/blogs/news/music-weekly-black-panther-original-motion-picture-soundtrack-3xl The Illustrious Jerry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,973 Posted April 4, 2021 Share Posted April 4, 2021 Karol Ollie and The Illustrious Jerry 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce marshall 1,314 Posted April 4, 2021 Share Posted April 4, 2021 The single LP is a great listen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyncMan 313 Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Day-um https://www.aso.org/events/detail/black-panther-in-concert-with-the-atlanta-symphony-orchestra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,249 Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Cool! I wonder how many MCU films will get this treatment I'd go to concerts for Giacchino's Spidey scores (but I guess those'd be managed by Sony and not Disney) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyncMan 313 Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 It's spreading: https://minnesotaorchestra.org/tickets/calendar/eventdetail/1821/-/black-panther-with-the-minnesota-orchestra Are these American orchestras aware that there's an L2P concert of Superman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mephariel 451 Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 Definitely one of the best Marvel scores. My personal favorite actually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WampaRat 1,105 Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 I’d be very keen to see this. I wonder how’d they handle the electronic elements? The loops and chanting and 808 beats etc. I suppose they’d have a track with those elements pre-recorded and the orchestra just fills in the gaps… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyncMan 313 Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 1 hour ago, WampaRat said: I’d be very keen to see this. I wonder how’d they handle the electronic elements? The loops and chanting and 808 beats etc. I suppose they’d have a track with those elements pre-recorded and the orchestra just fills in the gaps… There's no name of a choir group with either the Atlanta Symphony or Minnesota orchestras, so I guess there isn't going to be a live choir. along with the orchestra If a 'choir' sound is used with this concert, it would be pre-recorded. WampaRat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyncMan 313 Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 Those who can't wait, these events are happening in September: https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/1255/2021-09-10/black-panther-in-concert https://manncenter.org/events/2021-09-25/black-panther-concert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edmilson 7,367 Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 Will they play the African instruments live or will it be pre-recorded? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyncMan 313 Posted July 22, 2021 Share Posted July 22, 2021 https://www.kennedy-center.org/nso/home/2021-2022/nso-pops-marvel-black-panther/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Edmilson 7,367 Posted September 8, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted September 8, 2021 Ludwig Goransson will return for the sequel: http://filmmusicreporter.com/2021/09/07/ludwig-goransson-to-return-for-ryan-cooglers-black-panther-wakanda-forever/ PokeDocMatt, Yavar Moradi, TSMefford and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyncMan 313 Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 A 'Variety' article from Jon Burlingame talks about the 'Black Panther' L2P concert this weekend at the Hollywood Bowl. 'Black Panther' Score to Be Performed at Hollywood Bowl - Varietyhttps://variety.com/2021/artisans/news/black-panther-score-hollywood-bowl-1235057552/ Here are the highlights: Quote Baaba Maal — whose voice is heard at critical moments in the score, notably the introduction to Wakanda — has flown in from Senegal. Massamba Diop, the tama (talking drum) master, will perform; and Magatte Saw will lead a group of six sabar drummers in the score. All played on the original recording and, says Göransson, “seeing the energy between them and the orchestra is going to be magical.” Quote There is approximately two hours of music in the 134-minute film, so the musicians on stage will be playing most of the time. Choral elements of the score, and the music-production portions, will be played from the original tracks, while the orchestra and soloists will be performing live under the baton of Thomas Wilkins, principal conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. I hear that the Hollywood Bowl does their rehearsals of their concerts for the public for free. I wonder if one could get in on the rehearsals for that concert. Yavar Moradi 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WampaRat 1,105 Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 Has some nice highlights in here of the concert. Wish I could have seen this live. Terrific terrific score. SyncMan and Yavar Moradi 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Stu 15,495 Posted November 5, 2021 Share Posted November 5, 2021 WampaRat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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