A-Plus (Adam Carter) occupies a unique position in Hieroglyphics history: he is simultaneously one of four MCs in Souls of Mischief and the primary producer behind the group’s foundational sound. On ’93 ’til Infinity, he built the beats and rapped over them — a dual role that required him to think about production and performance at the same time, creating an internal coherence that the album radiates.
The Producer-MC Hybrid
The producer-MC combination has produced some of hip-hop’s most integrated albums. Kanye West, J Dilla, and others have demonstrated that when the same mind conceives both the beat and the verse, there’s a symbiosis between sonic environment and lyrical content that collaborative production can’t always replicate.
On ’93 ’til Infinity, A-Plus’s production creates space for four distinct voices while maintaining a sonic coherence that makes the album feel like a singular statement. The sample choices are jazz-inflected and melodically warm; the drum programming is loose and swing-heavy. These are intentional choices that reflect the emotional register he wanted the MCs — including himself — to inhabit.
The MC Voice
A-Plus as a rapper favors velocity and precision. He tends toward dense rhyme schemes that prioritize internal consistency — making lines cohere at multiple levels simultaneously. His verses often feel like they’re moving faster than the beat demands, creating a productive tension between the looser, jazzier production and his more insistent delivery.
This makes him a strong contrast to the other Souls members: where Tajai brings philosophical weight and Opio brings architectural precision, A-Plus brings lyrical momentum. The combination makes the group’s verse trading feel like actual conversation.
Production Beyond Souls of Mischief
A-Plus has contributed production to various Hieroglyphics projects beyond Souls of Mischief. His ear for sample selection — particularly his ability to find jazz and soul records with the right harmonic quality for hip-hop placement — has influenced the collective’s sound beyond his own work with the group.
Solo Work
A-Plus has released solo material that shows the full range of his production approach — more experimental and varied than what the Souls context always allows. His solo catalog is less well-known than his work with the group but rewards investigation for fans who want to understand the depth of his musical thinking.
Live
A-Plus’s live energy is among the highest in the collective. He performs with a physical commitment that communicates genuine investment in every verse. At Red Rocks and Hiero Day 2026, watch his delivery during the ’93 ’til Infinity sections — the man who built those beats knows exactly where the hits are coming and hits them every time.