The Needle / Kosovo - Current

“The Needle / Kosovo - Current” blends global edge with Balkan flair, spotlighting a mix of contemporary hip-hop, alt-pop, R&B, and regional anthems. It moves seamlessly from local talent like Ronela Hajati, Devqa, and Marsela Cibukaj to internationally known acts like ZAYN, Chappell Roan, and Linkin Park. Tracks like “Jepi Gaz” and “ALBANIA COMMANDO” inject strong regional energy, while “Addicted” by The Chainsmokers and “Save Me” remixed by Kölsch explore electronic directions.

The playlist keeps it current while also highlighting cultural overlap, mixing English, Albanian, Turkish, and French lyrics. There's a balance between heavy hitters like Camila Cabello, TXT, and Fred again.. with rawer underground offerings from artists like MGEE, Capital Bra, and EKO. Whether it's introspective cuts like “Drunk, Running” or club-ready tracks like “Pedro” and “LA NENA,” the common thread is a rotating lens on youth, identity, and motion across borders.