The Sound of Chinese Post-Punk

“The Sound of Chinese Post-Punk” brings together a gritty, atmospheric mix of tracks from across the country’s evolving underground scenes. This playlist captures the raw energy and experimentation that defines the genre in China, moving through the jangly urgency of Hiperson’s “Strawberries," the shadowy edge of FAZI’s “控制,” and the pulsing minimalism of Re-TROS' “Pigs In The River.” It's a selection that reflects urban tension and offbeat detachment, where angular guitars and dense, rhythmic basslines drive narratives shaped by alienation, noise, and shifting identities.

From the abrasive anthems of Carsick Cars and Birdstriking to the art-damaged moods of Snapline and AV Okubo, the playlist taps into both the legacy of Western influence and the unique cultural backdrop of modern China. Acts like Chui Wan and Gong Gong Gong push the boundaries of traditional song structure, while others like Lur: and Today's Production dwell in post-industrial textures. It’s a snapshot of a movement that’s both reflective and forward-looking—quietly intense, occasionally chaotic, but always immersed in its own sonic world.