Released 28 years ago this June
Compilation
Aphex Twin · 1998
58 min · 13 tracks · techno · ambient · intelligent dance music
A kaleidoscopic blend of frenetic beats and ethereal soundscapes, pushing the boundaries of electronic music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- kaleidoscopic sound exploration
- frenetic beats for focus
- short bursts of creativity
- immersive headphone experience
- dynamic shifts in atmosphere
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking straightforward song structures
- prefer predictable listening flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1998, Aphex Twin had established himself as a leading figure in electronic music, following the success of his groundbreaking album 'Selected Ambient Works 85-92'. 'Compilation' serves as a collection of tracks that showcases his experimental edge during a prolific phase in his career, which included various side projects like Caustic Window.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Squarepusher· Boards of Canada· Venetian Snares
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Joyrex J4 4:30
- 2 AFX 114 1:21
- 3 Cordialatron 4:44
- 4 Italic Eyeball 4:25
- 5 Pigeon Street 0:23
- 6 Astroblaster 5:29
- 7 On the Romance Tip 5:06
- 8 Joyrex J5 6:54
- 9 Fantasia 6:02
- 10 Humanoid Must Not Escape 5:42
- 11 Clayhill Dub 3:24
- 12 The Garden of Linmiri 6:10
- 13 We are the Music Makers (Hardcore mix) 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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