The Needle / Tunisia

“The Needle / Tunisia” threads together a global blend of genre-crossing artists that move between sleek pop, moody Afrobeat, experimental hip-hop, and smooth electro. There’s an emphasis on rhythm—whether it’s the late-night groove of Arma Jackson and Josman’s “BBL,” the melancholic pulse of ZAYN’s “Alienated,” or the slowed funk of tracks like “MONTAGEM INVASÃO – Ultra Slowed.” North African influences are scattered throughout with tracks like “الحمدلله” and “نا نغني عالحب,” pulling in themes of pride, love, and cultural grounding.

This playlist flows with high-energy moments through artists like BOYNEXTDOOR, Chappell Roan, and NCT DREAM, but it also leans into slower, ambient edges with songs like “Orb” and “the rest of your life.” Whether it’s the polished K-pop of ILLIT’s “Magnetic” or the underground stylings of MGEE and BU$HI, “The Needle / Tunisia” feels handpicked for listeners who jump between languages, cities, and tempos without missing a beat.