Antillectual is a punk rock trio from Nijmegen, founded in 2000, who have grown into one of the most road-hardened Dutch bands on the international punk circuit. Guitarist/vocalist Willem, drummer/vocalist Riekus and bassist/vocalist Ben blend melodic hardcore with politically charged lyrics and a consistent DIY ethic. Over a thousand live shows across Europe, North America, Japan and Brazil have earned them releases on labels in Europe, the US, Japan and Latin America - and a top-five spot in the BUMA Cultuur music export ranking for 2023.
Antillectual released the Dutch-language EP 'Antillectueel' on vinyl 7" and digitally, with nine tracks including the single 'Voorrang Voor Rechts'.
The band celebrated its 25th anniversary with the new single 'Whose Streets? Our Streets!', released on 18 February 2025.
Antillectual announced an extensive German-Austrian-Swiss tour for spring 2025, together with new music.
Antillectual appeared in the top five of the BUMA Culture Export Ranking for Dutch music in 2023, with 88 international performances - ahead of names like André Rieu and Armin van Buuren.
The band toured for two weeks through France, Spain and Portugal in March 2024, followed by the Manchester Punk Festival and a tour with Pussy Riot through the Netherlands.
Pit Punk Fest brings five punk and hardcore bands to Poppodium de Pit in Terneuzen: from skate punk to grindpunk, one evening of energy and chaos.
London ska-rock band Buster Shuffle returns to Utrecht with their vintage two-tone sound and humorous songs. Antillectual provides support.
