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26 Mixes for Cash

Aphex Twin · 2003

139 min · 26 tracks · techno · ambient · intelligent dance music

A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate beats and experimental textures pushing the boundaries of electronic music.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic mix of contrasting textures
  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • headphone detail hunting required
  • immersive journey through soundscapes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, predictable tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A solid entry in the catalog showcasing Aphex Twin's eclectic style, not a primary album.
Themes
kaleidoscopic soundscapes· experimental remix culture· immersive auditory experiences
Career context
By the time '26 Mixes for Cash' was released in 2003, Aphex Twin, also known as Richard D. James, was a well-established figure in electronic music, having gained prominence with his influential album 'Selected Ambient Works 85-92'. This compilation followed a period of relative quiet after his ambitious double album 'Drukqs' in 2001, showcasing his prolific remix work while further solidifying his avant-garde reputation.
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Drukqs — Continues the intricate beat and experimental style found in 26 Mixes for Cash.
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Music Has the Right to Children by Boards of Canada — Offers immersive soundscapes and nostalgia, resonating with the experimental textures of Aphex Twin.
Hard Normal Daddy by Squarepusher — Features intricate beats and a blend of jazz influences with electronic experimentation akin to Aphex Twin's work.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Time to Find Me (AFX fast mix)".

Disc 1

  • 1 Time to Find Me (AFX fast mix) Start here 7:34
  • 2 Raising the Titanic (Big Drum mix) 8:42
  • 3 Journey (Aphex Twin Care mix) 10:14
  • 4 Triachus (Aphex Twin mix) 4:12
  • 5 Heroes (Aphex Twin remix) 5:18
  • 6 In the Glitter, Part 2 (Aphex Twin mix) 5:02
  • 7 Zeros and Ones (Aphex Twin Reconstruction #2) 5:49
  • 8 Ziggy (Aphex Twin mix #1) 4:25
  • 9 Your Head My Voice (Voix Revirement) 3:15
  • 10 Change (Aphex Twin mix #2) 4:16
  • 11 Une femme n’est pas un homme (Aphex Twin mix) 4:06
  • 12 The Beauty of Being Numb Section B (created by Aphex Twin) 3:27
  • 13 Let My Fish Loose (Aphex Twin remix) 5:26

Disc 2

  • 1 Krieger (Aphex Twin Baldhu mix) 3:23
  • 2 Deep in Velvet (Aphex Twin Turnips mix) 3:50
  • 3 Falling Free (Aphex Twin remix) 7:41
  • 4 We Have Arrived (Aphex Twin QQT mix) 4:23
  • 5 At the Heart of It All (created by Aphex Twin) 3:49
  • 6 Flow Coma (remix by AFX) 4:59
  • 7 Windowlicker (acid edit) 4:15
  • 8 Normal (Helston Flora remix by AFX) 6:51
  • 9 SAW2 CD1 TRK2 (original mix) 6:30
  • 10 Mindstream (The Aphex Twin remix) 3:42
  • 11 You Can’t Hide Your Love (Hidden Love mix) 5:05
  • 12 Spotlight (Aphex Twin mix) 6:57
  • 13 Debase (Soft Palate) 5:50

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This album is considered a Deep Cut in Aphex Twin's catalog. A solid entry in the catalog showcasing Aphex Twin's eclectic style, not a primary album.

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