The Needle / Spain - Underground

“The Needle / Spain - Underground” is a deep dive into the eclectic underground scenes shaping global soundscapes, anchored by a parallel between experimental edge and rhythmic defiance. From the angular post-punk of BODEGA’s “Dedicated to the Dedicated” to the atmospheric swirl of Alcest’s “Flamme Jumelle,” this playlist dips into sonically rich territory across genres like blackgaze, conscious rap, electro-pop, and hard techno. It blends avant-garde jazz flourishes — like Shabaka’s breath-driven meditations — with the raw drive of tracks like RØMERØ’s hard edit and Kerry King’s metallic grind.

There’s a sense of constant movement, whether it's geographical or emotional, threading through the ambient textures of Keaton Henson and Lofi Study Club, the hypnotic mantras of Lincoln Jesser, or the multilingual mix of reggaeton, Turkish balladry, and Russian alt-pop. With nods to mythology, resistance, and introspective journeys, this playlist blurs regional borders while keeping a finger firmly on the pulse of global underground culture.