Coke Studio: The Inside Story

In this captivating podcast, join Rafay Mahmood and Ali Raj, a distinguished scholar from Columbia Journalism School, as they take you on a journey deep into the heart of Coke Studio Pakistan. With insightful discussions and thought-provoking insights, explore the origins, controversies, and creative highs of one of Pakistan's most iconic music projects.
Delve into the early days of Coke Studio, where hurdles loomed large and challenges abounded. Learn how the visionary producer Rohail Hyatt deftly navigated these obstacles, laying the foundation for what would become an iconic musical institution.
From chart-topping hits like Pasoori & Tajdar-e-Haram to behind-the-scenes revelations, this podcast promises to uncover the secrets and stories never before heard. Get ready to be captivated as Rafay & Ali pulls back the curtain on Coke Studio's most memorable moments and top hits, offering a rare glimpse into the creative process and the personalities behind the music.
Ali Raj is a PhD Candidate in Communications at Columbia University. His research focuses on aesthetics, sound and media infrastructures. Follow Ali on X @anaarikibandooq
Join us as we celebrate the power of music to transcend boundaries and unite communities. Don't miss out on this exclusive peek into the making of one of Pakistan's most cherished cultural treasures.

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Timecodes:

Intro: 0:00
The Origins of Coke Studio: 3:19
Coke Studio vs Terrorism: 11:50
The Rohail Hyatt factor: 15:30
Tajdar-e-Haram and Atif Aslam: 28:52
The Strings chapter: 30:23
Artist Payments in Coke Studio: 37:11
When Atif called out Strings: 40:00
Strings and Coke Studio’s PR failure: 46:40
Rohail Hyatt comeback: 1:01:00
Why no Indian artists on CS: 1:06:47
The Pasoori moment: 1:15:02
Is there a vision to Pakistani music: 1:19:38
Is Urdu language the solution: 1:22:11
Faris Shafi the poet: 1:23:48
Victim mentality in Pakistani Musicians: 1:26:10
Coke Studio 15 Lineup: 1:28:15

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