Anti-pop Consortium Tickets

Anti-pop Consortium (APC) is a groundbreaking New York City collective known for pushing the boundaries of hip hop with experimental tendencies and rapid-fire wordplay. Formed in 1997 by Beans, High Priest, M. Sayyid, and Earl Blaize, APC has consistently blended electronic textures with avant-garde influences to create a distinct, genre-defying sound. Their work has earned critical recognition, including The Wire naming their 2000 release Tragic Epilogue as Record of the Year. APC has continued to perform and release material in various formats, with a noted live return at Big Ears 2026 and ongoing activity through collaborations and side projects. If you’re looking to secure tickets, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-fuss access to their performances across the country.

Biography and discography highlights below provide context for APC’s influence on experimental hip hop. From their early collaborations under The Isolationist to Tragic Epilogue, Shopping Carts Crashing, Arrhythmia, Antipop vs. Matthew Shipp, and Fluorescent Black, the group has shaped a sound that integrates electronic textures with lyrical precision. Recent activity includes Beans’ ZWAARD project material and appearances at Blacktronika events, keeping APC’s legacy alive while expanding into new formats. Stay tuned for the latest tour dates and venues where APC will perform, including confirmed appearances at major festivals and intimate club shows. For the latest updates, follow the official pages linked below.