Redefining the boundaries of rocktronic music once again, Grammy-winning artist NITTI has released his highly anticipated cover of Linkin Park’s iconic track “Numb.” After a viral remix earlier this year sparked excitement among fans, NITTI decided to release an official version through his ALT/RAVE label, paying tribute to the late Chester Bennington. With a combination of hard-hitting electronic production and emotional rock influences, this cover is poised to become a staple in NITTI’s live shows.
The idea for the cover came after a viral moment in January when NITTI shared a video of his friends reacting to his remix of “Numb” while driving. The post quickly garnered over 9 million views and 540,000 likes on Instagram, and a subsequent TikTok clip announcing the remix’s availability further fueled its popularity. For NITTI, this response reaffirmed his artistic direction, especially his decision to reconnect with his roots and explore the rocktronic genre more fully.
The cover is especially meaningful for NITTI, as he explained: “I have always loved Linkin Park and obviously everyone in the world is familiar with the song ‘Numb,’ but I wanted a version I could play at my shows to get everyone going crazy. I know after Chester’s passing, it is a touchy song to remix, yet I genuinely am inspired to make more music from people like him and the band. My intention was to put my own spin on their original hit as a thanks to all Chester gave to us as fans.”
NITTI enlisted the talent of Dakota, a rising singer with a background in rock and metal, to lend vocals to the cover. Dakota, whose viral performances of Linkin Park tracks have earned him comparisons to Chester Bennington, was a natural fit for the project. His raw, powerful vocals bring the same intensity and emotion that made the original song such a massive hit.
The release of NITTI’s “Numb” cover comes at a significant moment for Linkin Park as well. With the band recently announcing their new tour featuring co-lead singer Emily Armstrong and co-founding member Mike Shinoda, the release aligns perfectly with the renewed interest in the band’s music. NITTI’s version of “Numb” offers a fresh take that blends the nostalgia of the original with cutting-edge electronic production, making it an exciting addition to his growing catalog of rocktronic hits.
Following the success of his previous tracks “Stay Away” and “White Knuckles,” “Numb” is accompanied by a visually striking music video. The video captures highlights from NITTI’s summer tour, offering glimpses of his energetic live performances and touring adventures. Fresh off closing his summer tour in partnership with Monster Energy, NITTI continues to make waves with his rock-electronic fusion, showing no signs of slowing down.
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