Description

 

Coke Studio is a Pakistani  television series featuring live music performances. The program focuses on a fusion of the diverse musical influences in Pakistan, including eastern classical, folk, and contemporary popular music. The show provides a platform for renowned as well as upcoming and less mainstream artists, from various genres and regions, to collaborate musically in live studio recording sessions.



Season One premiered on June 8, 2008 and included a live audience. Season Two premiered on June 14, 2009 without a live audience, eliminating the associated background noise and providing a more intimate atmosphere.



Coke Studio has been popular, receiving critical acclaim and frequently being rebroadcast on television and radio in Pakistan. 



Video and MP3 files for each song are available for download on the Coke Studio website after each episode airs, along with additional material. The videos are also available on Youtube.



Coke Studio is produced by Rohail Hyatt and his wife Umber Hyatt. Featured artists on each episode are backed by a house band and guest artists.