Native Deen’s hip-hop prowess takes nothing away from their dedication to Islamic teachings. The DC trio’s poignant verses are layered over percussion and synth samples with a cappella and soulful vocals taking centre stage. Their catalogue consists of mesmerising, deeply felt nasheeds like “Ya Habibi Ya Rasooli” in collaboration with the late Junaid Jamshed. But they also offer passionate odes to our wounded planet (“Our Earth”), raps tackling the narratives that divide us head on (“Be At the Top”) and R&B-influenced hooks that elevate their thoughtful messages (“Packed At All”).