{"id":49021,"date":"2024-01-17T14:23:07","date_gmt":"2024-01-17T14:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/raheem-hannans-zaalima-flaunts-an-infectious-chorus-the-express-tribune\/"},"modified":"2024-01-17T14:23:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T14:23:07","slug":"raheem-hannans-zaalima-flaunts-an-infectious-chorus-the-express-tribune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/raheem-hannans-zaalima-flaunts-an-infectious-chorus-the-express-tribune\/","title":{"rendered":"Raheem, Hannan\u2019s \u2018Zaalima\u2019 flaunts an infectious chorus | The Express Tribune"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Two weeks into 2024 and Pakistan\u2019s music scene is already setting an ambitious pace for the year. From Ali Sethi teaming up with Jonita to Karachi-based AUR bagging a collab with Zayn Malik, few developments can parallel the hype generated by musical crossovers. As avid listeners cross their fingers in anticipation of what innovation a joint effort will yield, the stakes remain higher than ever.<\/p>\n

Unless it\u2019s a collab between Hasan Raheem and Abdul Hannan, two artists who have made minimalism their brand. Released on January 15, Zaalima <\/em>is a catchy love song, marked by a simple yet infectious chorus that will likely animate many reels, vlogs and party playlists this year.<\/p>\n

Hasan and Abdul join creative forces to produce a smooth fusion of hip-hop and disco elements. Supported by a straightforward rhythm, the simplicity of the drum arrangement is easily the backbone of the track\u2019s overall catchiness. Zaalima <\/em>allows both singers to shine with their vocal performance, a confident delivery that is never in discord with or overshadowed by instrumentation.<\/p>\n

There is no denying that the low-effort camaraderie both on and off the record is endearing. A day after the song\u2019s release, the Joona <\/em>singer took to X (formerly Twitter) to make a brief and casual announcement of the song. Produced by Shahmeer Raza with 3 Launday helming the direction of photography, Zaalima<\/em>\u2019s music video finds the trio caught in the act of recording, arranging and editing the song.<\/p>\n

From settling into a quaint mountainside cabin to finding their way in the kitchen amid grocery supplies, the music video creates a homely feel. For the most part, the video carries an overlay similar to VHS stock footage that further alludes to an old-school bond between the musicians.<\/p>\n

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