In this episode, I explore Ludwig Göransson’s WakandaForever score—how it blends African rhythms, orchestral music, and emotionto build on Black Panther's legacy.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Wakanda Forever's Music
04:48 The Collaboration of Ryan Coogler and Ludwig Göransson
07:36 Exploring Traditional Instruments in Nigeria
09:58 The Influence of Contemporary Artists
12:32 Musical Journey to Mexico
15:06 Recording at Abbey Road Studios
17:28 Final Thoughts and Reflections
#WakandaForever#BlackPanther #Ludwig
#Ryan Coogler
#Lagos Nigera | #Mexico | #Senegal | # London
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Disney Plus - Voices Rising: The Music of Wakanda Forever
Takeaways
- Ryan Coogler and Ludwig Goransson have a long standing collaboration
- The music of 'Wakanda Forever' incorporates traditional instruments & musicians from Nigeria, and Mexico
- Ludwig traveled to Lagos to work with local artists
- The death whistle is a notable instrument used in a key moment in the film
- Recorded at Abbey Road Studios involved a 100 -piece orchestra
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