The TV On The Radio mastermind reassembles a standout track from the NYC trio’s fourth album, Mosquito.

Dave Sitek’s version of Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ ‘Despair’ turns the heart-wrenching slow-burner into an unexpectedly funky workout, with guest appearances from some warped-as-anything tubular bells and a crazily jubilant horn section. The ‘David Andrew Sitek vs. Otis Pear Remix’ can be streamed over at Pitchfork.

Karen, Nick and Brian make a special appearance in London tonight at the intimate O2 Academy in Islington; the trio recently announced a show at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on 19 September.

Watch the excellent Patrick Daughters-directed video for ‘Despair’, which was filmed at the top of the Empire State Building: