The Undertow with Annie Parnell brings you cutting-edge music and events from the worlds of indie, rock, alternative, and beyond, with an eye toward the vibrant local music scene right here in Richmond.
Note: In May 2025, host Annie Parnell relocated to Nashville and her VPM family of listeners miss her and wish her all the best in this exciting new chapter. As VPM determines new alternative and indie music programming, please enjoy some of the past episodes of The Undertow.
Latest Episodes
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Almost Static, the Richmond rock band's third album, is out May 30.
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The Richmond garage-rock band opens for Of Montreal at the Broadberry this Friday.
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The Brooklyn-based "fake punk girl band" headlines MACROCK in Harrisonburg on Friday, April 5.
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The Roanoke-based folk-rock musician performs at Black Iris Social Club on March 13.
The Undertow with Annie Parnell Playlist

The Undertow with Annie Parnell, bringing you cutting-edge music and events from the worlds of indie, rock, alternative, and beyond, with an eye toward the vibrant local music scene right here in Richmond. Get caught in the current Wednesday nights at 9:00 p.m!