OF LIMBO shared last month their tribute for the legendary Van Halen’s hit “Finish What Ya Started.” Their acoustic version from their upcoming album “Unplugged,” which will be released this summer. Let’s find out more below.
Brothers Jake and Luke Davies are originally from Melbourne, Australia and now live in Long Beach, California. The band has gained a significant following over three years, especially after releasing “Estrada” in 2024. Their profile rose with the 2023 hit “California Demon,” featured on major Hard Rock & Metal playlists and praised by outlets like Loudwire and HEAVY. The 2022 track “Let’s Go” also received playlist placements across various music platforms and made the Top 10 Video Of The Year lists. Other songs include “Happened Again,” “Nothing But Now,” “Nicotine,” and a cover of “Fight For Your Right” by the Beastie Boys.
Their acoustic rendition of “Finish What Ya Started” truly demonstrates remarkable mastery. I was captivated by the emotive and powerful vocals, along with the acoustic guitars that maintained the same essence as the original single. The bridge of the song is simply marvelous, showcasing their unique touch on this cover. As you may know, the original track by Van Halen is distinctive for its stripped-down, bluesy groove, which diverges from the band’s typical hard rock sound. In my opinion, OF LIMBO has taken a clever approach. Why? Because many new bands tend to take one of two paths with their covers: either straying far from the spirit of the original or replicating it exactly, neither of which I find appealing. I appreciated how OF LIMBO retained the essence of the original while infusing it with their own style, which is truly innovative. “Jason Klein (formerly of Butcher Babies), our “Unplugged” bassist, brought us this one and we knew we had to do it. Van Hagar at their best! It’s a true “hound-dog” masterpiece. We would never try to improve on their perfection. But we did take a couple liberties with the song here and there!” – Jake Davies stated.
Finally, I believe you should check out the music video too. I absolutely loved it! I appreciated how the filming style maintains the original essence while the movements and models are truly impressive, perfectly supporting the concept. In my opinion, OF LIMBO is well on its way to becoming a rock ‘n’ roll icon. In the meantime, watch “Finish What Ya Started” below and share your thoughts with me.
