Rome
Danger Mouse · 2011
35 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop · R&B
A cinematic blend of vintage sounds and modern production that evokes the spirit of classic Italian film scores.
Rome is an album by Danger Mouse, released in 2011. A cinematic blend of vintage sounds and modern production that evokes the spirit of classic Italian film scores. 'Rome' received critical acclaim for its ambitious fusion of genres, leading to significant attention from both fans and critics. It debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart and highlighted Danger Mouse's versatility as a producer, paving the way for future genre-crossing projects. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rome sound like?
A cinematic blend of vintage sounds and modern production that evokes the spirit of classic Italian film scores. Rooted in hip-hop and R&B.
What makes Rome by Danger Mouse notable?
'Rome' received critical acclaim for its ambitious fusion of genres, leading to significant attention from both fans and critics. It debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart and highlighted Danger Mouse's versatility as a producer, paving the way for future genre-crossing projects. At the time of its release in 2011, Danger Mouse was already an established figure in the music scene, known for his work in Gnarls Barkley and with collaborators like The Black Keys. 'Rome' marked a unique collaboration with Italian composer Daniele Luppi, showcasing a shift towards more thematic and atmospheric compositions rather than traditional song structures.
How many songs are on Rome?
Rome has 15 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Theme of “Rome” 2:21
- 2 The Rose With a Broken Neck Standout 3:23
- 3 Morning Fog (interlude) 0:38
- 4 Season’s Trees 3:11
- 5 Her Hollow Ways (interlude) 0:57
- 6 Roman Blue 3:13
- 7 Two Against One Standout 2:20
- 8 The Gambling Priest 2:03
- 9 The World (interlude) 1:02
- 10 Black Standout 3:31
- 11 The Matador Has Fallen 1:46
- 12 Morning Fog 2:06
- 13 Problem Queen 2:36
- 14 Her Hollow Ways 2:29
- 15 The World 3:29
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