PFTU 14.6.26
On the latest Postcards from the Underground, Darren Hayman joins us to discuss The Violence and its long-awaited arrival on streaming platforms. We also hear from Aria, who makes an appearance to introduce one of this week's standout new releases.
Tune in for a playlist that celebrates discovery—equal parts reflective and electric—bringing together artists from across the contemporary underground landscape.
The latest playlist spans indie, post-punk, electronic, experimental, and alternative sounds. Balancing moments of energy with more atmospheric passages, the collection reflects the diverse musical currents continuing to shape today's underground scene.
Curated to complement this edition's themes and features, the playlist moves between sharp songwriting, immersive production, and forward-thinking approaches to genre. The result is a snapshot of artists pushing creative boundaries and making music that rewards repeat listening.
On the playlist:
La Securite - Bingo Bella Union - Video
Personal Trainer - Moping Bella Union - Video
Snout - Only A Dream Hand Of God - Video
Penelope Isles - Thinking Seat Bella Union - Video
Cutouts - Strict Machine Self Release
Mapped By A Forest - Boy On The Edge Self Release
Asara - With Love Geographie Records - Video
Emily Mercer - Read Aloud Read Aloud Records - Video
Emily Magpie - howl Wipeout Music
Paper Machine Music - Sail On Self Release
Darren Hayman & The Long Parliament - The Violence Belka
Hefner - Karen Belka
Belle and Sebastian - It Only Takes One Lion Matador Records - Video
Him & Earl - Better Days Wah Wah 45s
The Dying Seconds - Precious Rusted Things Self Release