Released 20 years ago
Chosen Lords
Aphex Twin · 2006
56 min · 10 tracks · electronic music
Intricate layers of acid techno intertwine with ambient soundscapes, creating a cerebral auditory experience that challenges and entices.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fenix Funk 5 Start here — This track exemplifies Aphex Twin's signature blend of rhythm and melody, showcasing his ability to craft intricately detailed soundscapes while maintaining an infectious groove.
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Crying in Your Face — The juxtaposition of harsh beats with ethereal melodies creates a disorienting yet captivating listening experience, reflecting the emotional depth often found in Aphex’s work.
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Klopjob — Known for its frenetic pace and playful structure, this track highlights the whimsical side of Aphex Twin’s production style, marking it as a standout piece on the album.
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Boxing Day — With its haunting ambience and intricate layering, this track showcases Aphex Twin's experimental tendencies while embodying the atmospheric qualities that define much of his work.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases complex soundscapes and innovative structures, reflecting Aphex Twin's distinct style.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate layering of sounds, with tracks often blending acid techno rhythms with ambient textures.
- The first half of the album maintains a more upbeat energy, while the second half shifts towards more introspective and atmospheric pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- kaleidoscopic sound exploration
- immersive late-night listening
- rhythmic patterns that evolve
- attention to intricate details
- dynamic shifts in energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — Chosen Lords introduces new listeners to Aphex Twin's complex sound and evolution.
- Themes
- kaleidoscopic soundscapes· emotional complexity· acid beats evolution
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Chosen Lords is a compilation album that showcases Aphex Twin's creative output from the previous decade, particularly tracks that highlight his evolution in electronic music. This album arrives after the acclaimed Drukqs, which solidified his reputation as an innovator in the genre. By this point, Aphex Twin had established himself as a seminal figure in electronic music, drawing from various influences and techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Squarepusher· Boards of Canada· Venetian Snares
Tracklist
- 1 Fenix Funk 5 Start here 5:06
- 2 Reunion 2 5:15
- 3 Pitcard 6:25
- 4 Crying in Your Face 4:29
- 5 Klopjob 5:32
- 6 Boxing Day 6:50
- 7 Batine Acid 5:34
- 8 Cilonen 5:42
- 9 PWSteal.Ldpinch.D 3:48
- 10 XMD 5a 7:58
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Go Plastic
Squarepusher
Combines complex beats with lush ambient textures, reflecting a shared emotional depth and sonic experimentation.
Music Has the Right to Children
Boards of Canada
Features layered soundscapes and nostalgic tones, resonating with the emotional complexity found in Aphex's work.
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