Lamont Jackson's newest release, "My Way (Frank Sinatra Cover)," is a compelling tribute to one of the most legendary tracks in music history. With this take, Jackson puts on the enormous shoes of Frank Sinatra and comes up with something reverent and refreshingly his own. It's apparent from the opening notes that Jackson conceived the track with genuine reverence and deep admiration of timeless artistry. His version of "My Way" establishes its own territory, blending fluent jazz, discreet indie-pop, and Brazilian-jazz undertones. The result is a streamlined, stylish listening that's both intimate and expansive.
Jackson's singing comes across as strong and warm, reflecting the introspective, big-beat style that envelops the song. Unlike traditional covers that stick close to the original, this one leaves space for punchy instrumentation and sly phrasing, giving it the rubbery imprint of a known classic reimagined for the future. The arrangement is both fragile and lush, and light percussion, gentle jazz chords, and velvety melodic flourishes conjure a pang of memories and a contemporary, sophisticated air. For fans of jazz, indie pop, or Brazilian jazz, Jackson's version has layers to be savored. It's a reminder that standards like "My Way" can be reimagined without losing their core essence.
The cover is also a window into Jackson's own musical tastes, displaying his love for great music, regardless of its genre, and the way he seamlessly united them on his own terms. Lamont Jackson's "My Way" is a work of art, a homage to the musical forefathers and a personal tribute to one of the greatest voices in the history of the world. Whether you're a Sinatra fanatic or unfamiliar with Jackson's output, the song is an invitation to really listen to a song and to feel something for the man who took pride in wrapping himself in another's music, once upon a time. Jackson, by taking a beloved song and making it his own, has given us the familiar yet entirely new, a testament to the everlasting strength of great music.