I am no fan of Rihanna, but I am a big fan of Zola Jesus, and this week's Uncovered Cover is a little something she whipped up recently to break in her brand new studio. Whereas it's sad and regrettable the example Rihanna is setting for the kids out there with this whole Chris Brown thing (alas, Tina Turner she ain't), Zola Jesus aka Nika Roza Danilova on the other hand is proving to be an excellent role model for the kids: a compelling singer/songwriter/futurist whose EPs and Connatus debut album always point to what's next, and as a live performer her show at the Mohawk last year proved that Zola Jesus is pure dynamite. This cover of Rihanna’s “Diamonds” is decidedly minimalist in contrast to the over produced and rubbishy original, nicely chill, and honest. Enjoy.
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