Rather than turning Metallica’s classic track “Nothing Else Matters” into a cover, Kerian von Heyden is redefining it into an entirely different composition. Kerian crafts the legendary rock anthems into an emotive piece by incorporating ambient electronic sounds into a cinematic blend. Kerian highlights the emotional intensity of the piece by collaborating with powerful singer Jaki Nelson. Together they balance the track’s timeless strength against an aching sense of vulnerability.
Jaki’s voice is both commanding and tender, a perfect match for the haunting electronic undercurrent. Together, they create an intimate and expansive soundscape. While the melody pairs as an anchor to the track, the intense production alongside Kerian’s innovative vision takes us past mere nostalgia into a world rich with emotion and sound.
The finest detail in each layer of the song is what sets it apart from the competition- it makes us feel an ache for the world to be more personal yet universal. While discussing the track, Kerian explains his solution of combining disguise and strength to enhance emotional depth.
Not only has Kerian von Heyden given us a new classic, but he has also given the younger generations a reason to appreciate ages old tracks.