PC Music reveals plans for new compilation, Pop Crypt: Chronicles

PC Music is set to release Pop Crypt: Chronicles, a new compilation featuring reinterpretations of tracks from its roster, coinciding with the label's expansive Halloween event series in 2026. This latest project includes remixes and covers that highlight the creative breadth of PC Music’s artists, marking a notable moment in the label's evolving catalog.

The compilation's launch aligns with the largest iteration yet of PC Music’s annual POP CRYPT event, which this year spans three major cities: New York, Los Angeles, and London. These simultaneous events, scheduled for late October, underline PC Music's growing cultural footprint and ambition to connect its global fanbase through a unified celebration of its distinctive sound and aesthetic.

Pop Crypt: Chronicles features lead single “Christmas/Halloween,” a track by POBBLES, the experimental side project of PC Music founder A. G. Cook. This release sets the tone for the compilation, showcasing Cook’s continued exploration of genre-blurring pop that challenges traditional sonic boundaries. Alongside this, listeners can experience two remixes: an A. G. Cube version of GRRL’s “You Can’t” and a house-inflected reinterpretation of Astra King’s “Born For You” by Kane West, emphasizing the diversity and collaborative spirit within the PC Music circle.

The compilation and events are closely linked, as the remixed tracks correspond to artists featured in the POP CRYPT: CRYPT CUBE lineup. This year’s concerts take inspiration from the original Pop Cube party held in 2015, a seminal event in the label’s history recognized for its inventive merging of performance art and electronic pop. The 2026 edition expands on this legacy by staging shows at New York’s Knockdown Center, Los Angeles’ 1720, and London’s Colour Factory over three consecutive nights.

The artist roster for these performances includes core PC Music figures like A. G. Cook, Hannah Diamond, and GFOTY, alongside collaborators such as Hudson Mohawke, Dorian Electra, Namasenda, Sophia Stel, Iglooghost, and Babymorocco. This diverse lineup reflects PC Music’s influence in shaping contemporary pop through its embrace of experimental production and boundary-pushing visuals.

The London event culminates in a specially curated afterparty at Colour Factory, spotlighting DJs and performers from the main shows, including Hannah Diamond, Namasenda, Koreless, Mina Galán, Kane West, and Sophia Stel. This gathering emphasizes the label’s commitment to immersive, community-driven experiences beyond traditional concert settings.

An important aspect of the Pop Crypt: Chronicles release is its charitable dimension. Proceeds from the compilation will support Mermaids, a UK-based organization dedicated to aiding transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse youth. This partnership underscores PC Music’s engagement with social issues and its role in fostering inclusivity within the music scene.

The compilation will be officially available on Bandcamp starting October 29, 2026, coinciding with the kickoff of the POP CRYPT events. This simultaneous release strategy enhances the synergy between the recorded music and live experiences, offering fans multiple entry points into the label’s artistic ecosystem.

While detailed tracklist information and additional collaborators remain limited at this time, the announced artists and event schedule signal PC Music’s continued evolution. The combination of remix culture, live performance, and social advocacy positions Pop Crypt: Chronicles as a significant milestone in the label’s trajectory, reflecting its ongoing impact on the intersection of pop music and avant-garde culture.