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I wouldn't be the biggest Aphex Twin fan, but Girl/Boy is still incredible every time I hear it.
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See, the discussion in this thread is what I like about Aphex, he's been all over the place so there's at least ONE song for everyone.
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OverTheHorizonRadar wrote:See, the discussion in this thread is what I like about Aphex, he's been all over the place so there's at least ONE song for everyone.
In my ears, #19 is also probably the best song of all time (or tune if someone wants to be anal). Not a definite answer, but I've been feeling that way for some time and would pick it if I was to choose just one.

I will never grow to like #15 though. I've heard it over a hundred times and it's still as pointless as on the first listen. But this is quite interesting: #19 and #15 combined. Sounds amazing! The attachment is still there if you have an account & want to hear it. Not sure if it's legit, but I think so - the video has tape hiss and there's also some weird sound at the beginning which isn't on either of these tracks.
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He's like a gift that keeps giving, for me. There are tons of vinyl only or extra tracks that I missed the first time around. I loved analord for years, then was pleasantly surprised to find I hadn't heard all of it. And I don't think I found 19/stone in focus until a few years ago. That might be the best meditative song I've ever heard. I don't think I'll ever have it all and I kind of like that. There's always something new waiting to be found.
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Stickyfingers72 wrote:Avril 14th is the only Track I like from drukgs. The rest just sounds like skiffle and haven't felt any of his material since sadly as he's still probably my favourite producer. Live he's defo worth catching.
I never had a love for Drukqs until this year. My MIDI class teacher played tracks like Vordhosbn and Avril 14th and then I started listening to it again, appreciate it a lot now. Would DIE to see him live. Fingers crossed he drops a new album soon.
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I managed to slip backstage and sit a matter of feet away from him while he DJ'd at The Glade years ago - I was even given free red stripes as they thought I was part of the crew :D - good times!!!!
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harpoon dodger wrote:
Stickyfingers72 wrote:Avril 14th is the only Track I like from drukgs. The rest just sounds like skiffle and haven't felt any of his material since sadly as he's still probably my favourite producer. Live he's defo worth catching.
I never had a love for Drukqs until this year. My MIDI class teacher played tracked like Vordhosbn and Avril 14th and then I started listening to it again, appreciate it a lot now. Would DIE to see him live. Fingers crossed he drops a new album soon.
him and autechre. i'm hoping they do an exai tour
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I'm that guy who only likes Flim. :roll:
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The-Artist-64 wrote:Are there any fans of this band on the forum? Of course Aphex Twin will never top Boards of Canada, but it is one of my favorites. :D
Aphex Twin is one person, and it is not too far fetched to consider that he is right up there with Boards of Canada. Richard D. James is a legend and his Polygon Window release is evidently a major influence to BoC.
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Distant Nebulus wrote:his Polygon Window release is evidently a major influence to BoC.
How? I wouldn't be able to make the connection, tbh.
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bearhead wrote:I'm that guy who only likes Flim. :roll:

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Distant Nebulus wrote:
The-Artist-64 wrote:Are there any fans of this band on the forum? Of course Aphex Twin will never top Boards of Canada, but it is one of my favorites. :D
Aphex Twin is one person, and it is not too far fetched to consider that he is right up there with Boards of Canada. Richard D. James is a legend and his Polygon Window release is evidently a major influence to BoC.
true, Aphex is more popular than BoC. I do wonder what his influence on the electronic scene is in comparison to BoC.

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Sweet! I just picked up a sealed copy at Cheapo Discs in minneapolis about a month ago.
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APHEX TWIN - DRUKQS

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I'm currently selling a sealed copy of Aphex Twin - Drukqs , this is the limited edition 4xlp version:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221268465724? ... 1586.l2649

Have a gander if you dig AFX
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i'd get SAW2 repressing but it's missing 2 tracks that i love too much
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Aphex Twin - Rephlex Disco Assault, 13th December 2002 (Full Show)
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bearhead wrote:I'm that guy who only likes Flim. :roll:
I slowed down Flim with CEP and raised the pitch so it still sounds quality. The result lets you appreciate the awesome percussion even more:

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specialheights wrote:I'm currently selling a sealed copy of Aphex Twin - Drukqs , this is the limited edition 4xlp version:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221268465724? ... 1586.l2649

Have a gander if you dig AFX
ooof, watch that price soar! :)
...what subtlety?
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Stickyfingers72 wrote:Avril 14th
is a masterpiece.
bearhead wrote:I'm that guy who only likes Flim. :roll:
haha, flim is pretty good too.
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https://bleep.com/release/21887-aphex-t ... orks-85-92

Ambient Works Vol. 1 vinyl repress!
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