Selected Ambient Works Volume II cover

Selected Ambient Works Volume II

Aphex Twin · 1994

165 min · 25 tracks · techno · ambient · intelligent dance music

Ethereal soundscapes blend with haunting textures, creating a meditative journey through ambient sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • meditative soundscapes for introspection
  • extended tracks encouraging deep listening
  • ethereal textures for quiet moments
  • immersive background for creative work
  • slow-building atmospheres for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking quick, catchy tunes
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Selected Ambient Works Volume II' was released in March 1994, Aphex Twin, aka Richard D. James, had already established himself as a key figure in electronic music with his debut album 'Selected Ambient Works 85-92' in 1992. This follow-up album showcases his evolution towards more experimental and abstract forms of ambient music, further solidifying his influence in the genre.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 [untitled] 7:20
  • 2 [untitled] 6:27
  • 3 [untitled] 7:36
  • 4 [untitled] 4:34
  • 5 [untitled] 8:46
  • 6 [untitled] 3:27
  • 7 [untitled] 8:42
  • 8 [untitled] 5:03
  • 9 [untitled] 6:47
  • 10 [untitled] 9:48
  • 11 [untitled] 7:10
  • 12 [untitled] 2:38

Disc 2

  • 1 Blue Calx 7:19
  • 2 [untitled] 8:00
  • 3 [untitled] 5:33
  • 4 [untitled] 4:45
  • 5 [untitled] 2:05
  • 6 [untitled] 7:16
  • 7 [untitled] 10:09
  • 8 [untitled] 5:57
  • 9 [untitled] 4:15
  • 10 [untitled] 7:09
  • 11 [untitled] 7:30
  • 12 [untitled] 11:27
  • 13 [untitled] 5:39

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