Peter Matson, a Brooklyn-based musician, producer, and DJ, is the founder and leader of the NYC post-punk afro band Underground System. The band has gained acclaim for their dynamic fusion of afrobeat, punk, and disco, delivering electrifying live performances that have captivated audiences worldwide. Their 2018 debut LP, "What Are You," received international praise, propelling them onto global stages, including a notable 2019 European tour with performances at festivals like Eurockéennes and Fusion. ([bangonacan.org](https://bangonacan.org/people/underground-system/?utm_source=openai)) Matson's solo work includes the 2025 release of "Hotel PM" on Bastard Jazz Recordings, featuring collaborations with artists such as Toribio, Kendra Morris, and members of The Rapture and Ibibio Sound Machine. ([bastardjazz.kudosrecords.co.uk](https://bastardjazz.kudosrecords.co.uk/release/bjlp50/peter-matson-hotel-pm?utm_source=openai)) His music seamlessly blends elements of afrobeat, dance punk, disco, and electronic genres, reflecting a true New York eclecticism. ([undergroundsystembk.com](https://www.undergroundsystembk.com/bio?utm_source=openai))