A good cover to me has to fulfill one simple criterion, “make damn sure it’s fresh and unique; not some lazy imitation.” Perennial Digital High fave Saint Raymond [real name Callum Burrows] masterfully achieves that with his take on the Major Lazer / DJ Snake / MØ moombahton-meets-trap smash “Lean On.”
Stripping away it’s core electroness, Burrows instead relies on his indie bedrock to mold the original into a breezy alt-pop cut for the poolside. Press play, sit back, relax. You’re welcome: