DJ JST featuring Jenn Cuneta - Nothing Compares 2 U (Remixes Part 2)

(Part 1 reviewed here back in June)
Their lovely dancefloor-oriented cover of the Prince-penned song "Nothing Compares 2 U", originally recorded by Sinead O'Connor has a second set of remixes. The additional mixes are by Barona & Hull, Jason Jayma, and Glenn Friscia & Frank Lamboy. Barona & Hull's mix is actually a radio edit of their already wonderful dark circuit/trance mix from the first release. Jason Jayma's mix really shines in its extended version with the gothic synths and hard tribal drums. The edit it nice too, but it's best enjoyed long. Friscia & Lamboy's mix is very atmospheric and has a lovely 80s synthpop feel, however, it has some contemporary electro synths too. Every version is great! Overall, Jason Jayma's mix is the best of the bunch.

-Purchase the new mixes here (iTunes)

Grade: A

Jason Jayma feat Nana D'Aquini - Fame

This is indeed a remake of the Irene Cara classic. After Suzanne Palmer and Naturi Naughton's takes on this song comes a cover more faithful to the original, especially with the vocals. Swedish singer Nana D'Aquini who does vocal duties this time around also covered this back in 2000, however, her version did not see a stateside release. Fans of the original should definitely check this one out as the vocal arrangement remains very faithful to the original. That said, the vocals are really good. Jason Jayma's circuit-styled production is dramatic and driving. The dub is even harder-hitting than the main version. Overall, this is one of the better covers of the classic. The single will be released on February 22 in the U.S.

Listen to a preview of the song here (YouTube)

Grade: A