The Needle / Pakistan - Current

“The Needle / Pakistan - Current” blends an eclectic mix of tracks capturing the rhythm of modern global sounds with a strong nod to South Asian underground and pop. The playlist pivots between regional hits like "Aayi Aayi" by Noman Ali Rajper and Babar Mangi and crossover collaborations like "rescue me (you don't know)" from akhun and Hasan Raheem, giving a glimpse into the sonic textures emerging from Pakistan's evolving music landscape.

Alongside these regional standouts, the playlist flows into an international mix—from the dance-forward energy of “Pedro” and “Magnetic,” to moodier tracks like “5am in Paris” by Saint Levant and "Long Run" by BRIGHT. Whether it’s the experimental edge of Hichkas or the high-octane vibes of Glass Animals and David Guetta, this set smoothly jumps genres and continents while still holding connections to an alternative, borderless sound rooted in current musical trends.