Nieri drops cover of “Nightclubbing”

Hailing from Milan and now based in Los Angeles, Nieri is a dance pop sensation who’s been winning over fans with his uptempo, hook-driven songs. With a creative approach that blends music and visuals, Nieri has crafted a captivating artistic identity that has struck a chord and won acclaim from around the globe.

Beyond the studio, Nieri’s live performances are a thrilling spectacle of his natural charisma and stage presence. He’s played prominent events like WE FOUND NEW MUSIC, Breaking Sound in Los Angeles and New York City, Interpride’s Silence to Solidarity Concert and NYC Pride, leaving audiences electrified by his shows.

Nieri’s musical journey began in earnest in February last year when he released his debut single, “Beautiful Music.” This track served as an introduction to his infectiously grooving pop sound, followed up with two more singles, “Face” and “In Our Eyes,” as well as his debut EP, Starshine.

Throughout this year, Nieri has continued to captivate listeners with a string of singles, collaborating with various artists and producers to remix his songs. Now, he brings us his latest release, a cover of Grace Jones’ 1981 hit, “Nightclubbing.”

Originally written by David Bowie and Iggy Pop, Nieri takes the classic track’s rhythm-focused arrangement and soulful vocal leads and filters it through his own alternative pop lens. Retaining the alluring melodic ideas of the original and wrapping it in a cutting edge dance-focused aesthetic, punching beats, buzzy synth textures, pitched vocal samples and lively vocal leads all collide to craft a sensational take on the original track.

The production of the cover was a collaborative effort between Nieri and Joakim Buddee, who injected stabby acid synths and thumping club beats. “Nightclubbing” showcases Nieri’s ability to breathe new life into well-loved classics, making them relevant and exciting for today’s audiences via his modern and thoroughly energising interpretation.

Commenting on the release, Nieri shares, “I first discovered Grace Jones through a friend, when I was a teen living and clubbing in Milan. Her music, image, and career left an indelible mark on me. She continues to be a massive inspiration. With this cover, my aim was to pay homage to one of my idols and, at the same time, recreate the vibe, sound and excitement I experienced during my early clubbing days.”

Listen to Nightclubbing below

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