What makes Collapse by Aphex Twin notable?

'Collapse' garnered attention for its innovative sound design and was well-received by critics, appearing on various year-end lists. The EP peaked at number 14 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing Aphex Twin's enduring influence in the electronic genre. In 2018, Aphex Twin released 'Collapse' as his first EP since 'Computer Controlled Acoustic Instruments Pt2' in 2015, marking a return to his experimental roots. This release came after a period of relative quiet following his acclaimed comeback album 'Syro' in 2014, reinforcing his pivotal role in shaping electronic music.

Collapse works well if you're into labyrinthine sound explorations, unpredictable melodic shifts and immersive headphone experience.

How many songs are on Collapse?

Collapse has 5 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.

Collapse

Aphex Twin · 2018

28 min · 5 tracks · techno · ambient · intelligent dance music

A labyrinthine exploration of sound where fragmented rhythms collide with ethereal textures and unpredictable melodies.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

labyrinthine sound explorations
unpredictable melodic shifts
immersive headphone experience
short bursts of intensity

Maybe skip if you want

prefer straightforward song structures
seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: In 2018, Aphex Twin released 'Collapse' as his first EP since 'Computer Controlled Acoustic Instruments Pt2' in 2015, marking a return to his experimental roots. This release came after a period of relative quiet following his acclaimed comeback album 'Syro' in 2014, reinforcing his pivotal role in shaping electronic music.
Stylistic neighbors: Squarepusher· Boards of Canada· Venetian Snares