P0P3

P0P3, stylized as P0P3, is a multidisciplinary electronic music project and art collective known for integrating sound, visuals, and performance. Formed in the early 2010s by a group of producers and digital artists based in Europe and North America, the project centers on exploring technology, digital identity, and the aesthetics of network culture through immersive experiences.

The name P0P3 uses leetspeak to evoke both information transfer and mutation, reflecting the group’s interest in glitches, protocols, and the fragility of online communication. The project operates across music production, video art, and live performance, releasing work that often circulates through independent labels and online platforms.

Musically, P0P3 blends elements of experimental techno, ambient, glitch, and industrial textures. Tracks commonly feature modular synthesizers, vocoder or processed vocal samples, and granular or field-recorded sound sources. Live sets are noted for their synchronized, generative visuals and dynamic lighting, creating an environment that emphasizes the relationship between auditory and visual stimuli.

Discography highlights include the EP Signals (2012) and the albums Neon Protocol (2014) and Chromatic Static (2017). Subsequent releases have continued the project’s trajectory of modular, data-inspired soundscapes and collaborations with visual artists. P0P3 maintains a rotating lineup for studio work and live performances, with core members often presenting under aliases to emphasize collective authorship over individual credit.

Reception to P0P3 has emphasized its cohesive integration of music and visuals and its contribution to contemporary live electronic performance. The project remains active in festivals, galleries, and club venues, continuing to push the boundaries of multimedia expression.