For those of us who’ve spent a lifetime drawn back and forth between the euphoric escapism of electronic dance music and the sheer ferocity and passion of rock, UAE powerhouse Sarah R Jay brings two worlds together, with her evocative and intimate tribute, to a song that proved immensely influential during her younger years.
Taking on the mighty Numb, by Linkin Park, Sarah blends her gentle and honest vocals, with an ambient to intense and beautiful techno arrangement, providing a sort of retro electronic escapism that’s both catchy and immersive.
Featuring a stunning build up at the half-way point, Sarah R Jay’s Numb achieves a fine and fascinating balance between familiar and fresh, offering plenty of space for the talented producer to work her magic at the mixing desk, whilst showcasing the humanity and heart of her own raw and vulnerable vocal style and love for music.
Versatility is key, and Sarah R Jay’s repertoire is vast, varied, yet unmistakable. This post-four-minute arrangement is incredibly unique, distinct, evocative, and both delicate and heavy intermittently.
A fine ode to the legendary Linkin Park, a worthy Linkin Park cover indeed, but also, an impressive reminder of what it truly means to cover a song with your own threads of artistic charm and freedom.
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