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Bani Haykal at PK Records
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Bani Haykal at PK Records

Published: 6 Aug 2026
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BACKLINES

Bani Haykal at PK Records

Spaces that keep the music scene alive.

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6 Aug 2026
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Rather than waiting for perfect conditions, they really just try, just do—organising or playing shows with limited resources, learning by doing, and relying on others in the community to build something good together. Crossing generations, independent artist Bani Haykal and the founders of PK Records Ian and Gareth speak with host of this series, weish, to unpack the stuff that drives Singapore's independent music scene: a willingness to experiment, cross-pollination of skills, and above all, that kampung spirit.

In BACKLINES, local artist WEISH takes us deep into the heart of Singapore’s alternative music scene to visit five independent spaces that have become homes to the community, and meet the people who built them.

Through heartfelt conversations and immersive performances across genres and generations, we celebrate some of Singapore’s most exciting musicians and vital individuals who continue to build culture from the ground up, one room at a time.

In this intimate portrait of the music ecosystem, they reflect on formative spaces past and present, why physical spaces continue to matter, and uncover the stories, friendships, and quiet acts of perseverance behind every open door.

Co-producers: Chew Wei Shan (WEISH) and Marc Gabriel Loh
Director: Marc Gabriel Loh
Technical Director: Ian Lee of PK Records
Director of Photography: Gareth Christopher of PK Records

Special thanks to Camera Rental Centre Singapore for their support of this series.

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Spaces that keep the music scene alive.
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