Mark Ronson > Ahead of the Curve

Mark Ronson is undoubtedly ahead of the curve bringing together a sound that I always knew was bound to spawn a new movement - hip hop and rock. Ronson has brought talents like Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen to the forefront and has also worked with Rhymefest, Ghostface Killah, Wale, Santogold and Daniel Merriweather. Some of Ronson's productions include Estelle's "Magnificent," Amy Winehouse's "Rehab," and Daniel Merriweather's "Impossible." Most recently, Mark Ronson has a project called Version out that features new takes on old songs (some classics). The idea is Mark Ronson's version of "Pretty Green" (record by The Jam) featuring Santogold, Ronson's version of "Just" (record by Radiohead) featuring Phantom Planet and Ronson's version of "Valerie" (record by The Zutons) featuring Amy Winehouse, just to name a few.

There is something about Mark Ronson, where you can always tell a track is his whether it's the drum switches, brass instruments or just the overall burgeoning soul of it. Ronson is set to bring hip hop, rock, soul and pop to a new level via his producing talents and A&R abilities with Allido Records. Another thing I love about Mark Ronson, is his regard for bringing different kinds of people together...that's what I'm talking about. Check out the article on him in Papermag.com.