Rock/Review Rare Element - Fields of Joy feat. Britt Foe (Lunar & The Deception) [Cover Version]

Rare Element is the explosive producer duo of Hedge Seel (drummer) and Jerry Kandiah (guitarist/vocalist) from UK alternative pioneers TRIBAZIK. Britt Foe is the London-based singer and songwriter of Lunar & The Deception, known for her ethereal vocals, bold activism, and striking high-fashion theatrics. Lunar & The Deception is a female-fronted band from London, blending elements of synthwave, indie rock, shoegaze, dream pop, and psychedelia.

With the mesmerizingly ethereal vocals of Britt Foe, Rare Element's rendition of “Fields of Joy” is a brilliant rearrangement of a timeless song from a new and very emotional angle. Here, the song, which was first played by The New York Rock Ensemble in 1971 and subsequently made famous by Lenny Kravitz, is given a new depth and intimacy that combines nostalgia with audacity.

This rendition is centered around Britt Foe's vocal performance, which is delicate yet authoritative. She infuses a feminine spirit into a song that is often spoken by men, providing a dramatic contrast that reshapes the piece's emotional core. As though love and hope are being held onto in the middle of catastrophe, her voice conveys a feeling of longing and resiliency.

Rare Element, a London-based production duo, keeps the arrangement true to the spirit of the original while adding rich cinematic soundscapes and dynamic layering. Their production is wide, almost otherworldly, transforming the song into a symphony of epic grandeur. Gus Robertson's soaring guitar solo (previously of Razorlight) adds a gritty edge, giving the track an emotional lift.

This version of “Fields of Joy” is more than just a cover; it's a reimagining that honors the song's origins while boldly pushing it into new emotional terrain. It's a tribute and a victory, bringing together history and present through heartfelt collaboration and sonic ingenuity. A beautiful performance that will stay long after the last note fades.