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Watch: Fake Shamans are bringing electronic music out of raves and into the open
Fake Shamans are an electronic music duo based in Lahore, who are trying to bring dance music out of private parties and raves and into the openness of the city.
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By removing lines, Coke Studio takes the revolutionary bite out of Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s ‘Hum Dekhenge’
Coke Studio's rendition of 'Hum Dekhenge' tries to be political while simultaneously depoliticizing the art itself.
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The Pakistani left can change political narratives, but it won’t be easy
The struggle of the Pakistani left is one of navigating blurry lines, and rethinking the rules of engagement.
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Adil Omar matures on his narcissistic yet fascinating new autobiographical single
The latest single from the Islamabad artist's upcoming album 'Transcendence' is like a car crash - it's difficult to look away...but in a good way.
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Biryani Brothers’ debut single is a beautiful and nostalgic tribute to doubt and uncertainty
Who are we really if not just biryani lovers, sharing moments with friends as we try to make sense of our world?
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We spoke to three Pakistani musicians about recording music on a budget, sastay mein
You don't have to spend thousands on studio time. These musicians are making music in their bedrooms, on their phones and laptops.
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Laqeer Ke Faqeer create a haunting rock anthem on ‘Mithu Donda’
A collaboration between EDM giants SomeWhatSuper and husband-wife duo Laqeer Ke Faqeer proves to be a surprisingly moving and musically interesting experiment.
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Saakin update sufi rock into something unforgettable on ‘Saqi-e-Bawafa’
Islamabad-based band Saakin nail the rendition of Shams Tabrizi's sufi poem, managing to stay faithful to tradition while forging something new and exciting.
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Album Review: Compost Regrowth by Ziyad is a lush soundtrack to infinity
The debut album from Karachi producer Ziyad is a confident record that shines in it’s layered production and softer moments.
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Remember The Milestones? Revisiting one of the most unique bands of the ’90s
Out of all the music videos that aired on Pakistani TV channels during the '90s, The Milestones creeped me out the most.