Mark Ronson – Version

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Artist: Mark Ronson

Title: Version

Year: 2007

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Tracklist

  • 1. God Put a Smile on Your Face (feat. The Daptone Horns) (3:12)
  • 2. Oh My God (feat. Lily Allen) (3:35)
  • 3. Stop Me (feat. Daniel Merriweather) (3:52)
  • 4. Toxic (feat. Ol' Dirty Bastard & Tiggers) - Version Revisited (4:05)
  • 5. Valerie (feat. Amy Winehouse) - Version Revisited (3:39)
  • 6. Apply Some Pressure (feat. Paul Smith) (3:36)
  • 7. Inversion (1:47)
  • 8. Pretty Green (feat. Santigold) (3:16)
  • 9. Just (feat. Phantom Planet) (5:19)
  • 10. Amy (feat. Kenna) (3:32)
  • 11. The Only One I Know (feat. Robbie Williams) (3:59)
  • 12. Diversion (1:19)
  • 13. L.S.F. (feat. Kasabian) - Version Revisited (3:30)
  • 14. Outversion (1:50)
  • 15. Pistol Of Fire (feat. D. Smith) (2:57)
  • 16. No One Knows (feat. Domino) (4:37)
  • 17. All I Need (feat. Wale & Tawiah) - Main Mix (3:09)

Review

Mark Ronson's 'Version' is a vibrant tapestry of retro-inspired soundscapes that transports the listener back to the golden days of Motown and Stax, all while injecting fresh life into beloved classics. Dropping in 2007, this gem boasts a dazzling array of guest artists and genre blends, dancing from R&B to the pulse of club beats and the swagger of party rap. Critics applauded Ronson's deft production touch and the album’s overall buoyant, joyful vibe, making it a spirited homage to musical legends.

Among its notable reimaginations, 'Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before' by The Smiths, Radiohead's 'Just', and The Zutons’ 'Valerie', featuring the incomparable Amy Winehouse, stand out as striking brushstrokes on this auditory canvas. While a few voices questioned Ronson’s eclectic track selection and coherence, many celebrated his ability to metamorphose these songs into soulful dance anthems. The album soared commercially, hitting number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and selling over 900,000 copies in the UK, even snagging Ronson a BRIT Award for Best British Male Solo Artist in 2008. 'Version' is a testament to Ronson’s genius in reinterpreting classics with a colorful, retro flair that is at once nostalgic and exhilarating. - Jasper

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