The Needle / Croatia - Underground

"The Needle / Croatia - Underground" weaves together an eclectic range of underground sounds spanning languages, geographies, and genres. From the cinematic build-up of Evan Call’s “Dragon Smasher” and the atmospheric textures of Mount Kimbie’s “The Trail,” to the punchy Balkans-inspired hip-hop of “Koštaš Me” and “Nevina,” this playlist pulls energy from both the electronic and hip-hop corridors of the global underground.

Whether it’s the introspective bars of Kota the Friend’s “GOOD NUMBERS,” the gritty trap of SIDARTA and Light’s “MBAPPE,” or the experimental flair in tracks like “Duh u ormaru - Roy Beatie Remix” and “The Cleansing” by August Burns Red, the selection moves fluidly between moods and tempos. Touches of Eastern European pop, slowed-down viral edits, and obscure electronic cuts mix with international acts like Lindsey Stirling, Chlöe, and UnoTheActivist, creating a cohesive yet unpredictable listening experience.