Richard D. James
Musician · UK · b. 1971
James was born in Limerick, Ireland, and raised in Cornwall, where he developed a passion for sound and music from a young age.
He became involved in the Cornish free party scene in the late 1980s, where he began DJing and producing his own tracks.
He won a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album, highlighting his impact on the music industry.
Biography
Early Life
Richard David James, known professionally as Aphex Twin, was born on August 18, 1971, in Limerick, Ireland, to Welsh parents. He experienced a profound personal loss early in life with the stillbirth of his older brother, also named Richard. Raised in Cornwall, he attended Redruth School and later Cornwall College, where he graduated with a National Diploma in engineering. From a young age, James was fascinated by sound, experimenting with the family piano and modifying electronic equipment. By age 12, he had purchased his first synthesizer and began composing music at 14, influenced by the burgeoning acid house scene in Cornwall.
Career
Aphex Twin's career began in the late 1980s, deeply rooted in the Cornish free party scene where he DJed at raves and incorporated his own tracks into his sets. His breakthrough came when he was convinced to release a record on Mighty Force Records, marking the start of a prolific output that would include numerous EPs and albums. His unique sound, characterized by a blend of techno, ambient, and experimental music, quickly garnered attention. Over the years, he has released influential works such as "Hangable Auto Bulb" and the "Analogue Bubblebath" series, establishing himself as a pioneer of electronic music.
Influence and Legacy
Aphex Twin is widely regarded as one of the most inventive figures in contemporary electronic music. His work has influenced a diverse range of artists across genres, from Daft Punk to Radiohead, with many citing him as a key inspiration in their own musical journeys. His innovative approach to sound and composition has earned him accolades, including a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album. James's legacy continues to shape the landscape of electronic music, making him a defining artist of his generation.
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Discography
Music From the Merch Desk (2016 – 2023)2024
- 1.no stillson 6 cirk [Houston, TX 12.17.16]10:50
- 2.no stillson 6 cirk mix2 [Houston, TX 12.17.16]9:59
- 3.42DIMENSIT3 e3 [London 03.06.17]4:42
- 4.MT1T1 bedroom microtune [London 03.06.17]3:48
- 5.T18A pole1 [London 03.06.17]3:45
- 6.T03 delta t [London 03.06.17]4:02
- 7.em2500 M253X [London 03.06.17]1:52
- 8.T23 441 [London 03.06.17]2:53
- 9.42DIMENSIT10 [London 03.06.17]3:07
- 10.T20A ede 441 [London 03.06.17]2:38
- 11.MT1T2 olpedroom [London 03.06.17]1:57
- 12.T47 smodge [London 03.06.17]1:42
- 13.sk8 littletune HS-PC202 [London 03.06.17]2:28
- 14.T13 Quadraverbia N+3 [London 03.06.17]3:17
- 15.T16.5 MADMA with nastya [London 03.06.17]4:59
- 16.T17 Phase out +3 [London 03.06.17]4:26
- 17.15T63 neotek 2h949 +3 [bonus beats] [London 03.06.17]1:36
- 18.T08 dx1+5 [London 03.06.17]6:44
- 19.T69T07 stasspa+3 [London 03.06.17]5:16
- 20.T05 tx16w marion MT***,e [sketches] [London 03.06.17]4:04
- 21.T46 se70 rinseout2 [sketches] [London 03.06.17]2:22
- 22.ZT01 [sketch1] [London 03.06.17]3:08
- 23.21TXT1+4 ds8 flngchrods[sketch0.1b] [London 03.06.17]3:50
- 24.Spiral Staircase (AFX Remix) [London 14.09.2019]5:05
- 25.4x Atlantis Take 1 [London 14.09.2019]3:49
- 26.Nightmail [London 14.09.2019]5:05
- 27.Soundlab20 [London 14.09.2019]6:58
- 28.pretend analog extmix 2b,e2,ru [Manchester 20.09.2019]5:26
- 29.rozzboxv2mam+4 [Manchester 20.09.2019]4:33
- 30.umil 25-01 [Manchester 20.09.2019]4:48
- 31.midi pipe2c edit, +3 [Manchester 20.09.2019]4:09
- 32.rfc pt8 [Barcelona 16.06.2023]4:17
- 33.afxfm e [Barcelona 16.06.2023]2:58
- 34.korg funk5 [London 19.08.2023]3:22
- 35.korg 1b ru,ec,e [London 19.08.2023]3:02
- 36.SOOG e [London 19.08.2023]3:28
- 37.body pads [London 19.08.2023]2:53
- 38.dgitne tst1e [London 19.08.2023]2:54
Bristol 02.09.232023
- 1.Korg Funk5
- 2.Korg 1B RU,EC,E
- 3.Soog E
- 4.Body Pads
- 5.Dgitne Tst1e
- 6.rfc pt8
- 7.afxfm e
Aphex Mt. Fuji 20172017
- 1.Nqz 9 Chaos Rave 1st Edit +62:24
- 2.19 Osc Freeze Edit0:26
- 3.33,000 Note Sweeps0:29
- 4.Buchla 200 Rhtym 2B2:03
- 5.2 Tran 1 Env 4 Decay B Edit0:58
- 6.Short Forgotten Produk Trk1:49
- 7.2 Nx Neotek Test B + 112:54
- 8.Nqz 2 Edit + 62:40
- 9.Buchla 200e Pulses 8LP91:21
- 10.Buchla 200e XY MARF1:56
- 11.3buchla + MARF B + 63:24
- 12.@FX – MATRIXT93:29
- 13.ModularT4 [Spektral Modblues]1:50
- 14.Nqz FS AK90:39
- 15.Nqz 250:23
- 16.Nqz 270:37
- 17.Nqz 3 Singing Montage Chaos +63:15
- 18.Talkin2u Mix23:01
- 19.Matrix Del1 Edit0:54
- 20.Buchla 200 63:39
- 21.Buchla 200QUAD EQ,FM OSC F6 Net 2dk Edit5:18
- 22.Marshall Chords 010:35
- 23.ModularT8 Spectral Modular 23:02
- 24.ModularT3 Schmoo Pulse3:10
- 25.Springs 3‐AFX Edit2:23
- 26.Rebrab1:04
- 27.Buchla 200e 31patches3:32
- 28.291E Buchla Talk 10:46
- 29.Nqz 18 Impulse B1:46
- 30.Nqz 7 Dark Rave1:06
- 31.Sines 2 Seq Edit1:22
- 32.10 Partial Gen1:15
- 33.FREEZE QRS Edit1:18
- 34.Nqz 14 ENV DelFS Edit1:16
- 35.Nagradrums 2+75:33
- 36.Buchla Master Edit Rend3:43
- 37.DOT PATTERNS0:27
- 38.10 Partial Gen 20:32
- 39.Nqz 210:27
- 40.Nqz Baby3:14
- 41.SH MATRIXT15:59
- 42.Z Freqdelay Serve1:51
- 43.Nqz11 Fucked PWM F6 Edit +65:01
- 44.Nqz12 FS Del1:03
- 45.Snh Edit B0:16
Syro2014
- 1.minipops 67 (source field mix)4:47
- 2.XMAS_EVET10 (thanaton3 mix)10:31
- 3.produk 295:03
- 4.4 bit 9d api+e+64:28
- 5.180db_3:11
- 6.CIRCLONT6A (syrobonkus mix)6:00
- 7.fz pseudotimestretch+e+30:58
- 8.CIRCLONT14 (shrymoming mix)7:21
- 9.syro u473t8+e (piezoluminescence mix)6:32
- 10.PAPAT4 (pineal mix)4:18
- 11.s950tx16wasr10 (earth portal mix)6:01
- 12.aisatsana5:21
Chosen Lords2006
- 1.Fenix Funk 55:06
- 2.Reunion 25:16
- 3.Pitcard6:26
- 4.Crying in Your Face4:30
- 5.Klopjob5:33
- 6.Boxing Day6:50
- 7.Batine Acid5:34
- 8.Cilonen5:42
- 9.PWSteal.Ldpinch.D3:48
- 10.XMD 5a7:58
Hangable Auto Bulb2005
- 1.Children Talking5:22
- 2.Hangable Auto Bulb6:53
- 3.Laughable Butane Bob3:02
- 4.Bit0:11
- 5.Custodian Discount4:31
- 6.Wabby Legs5:35
- 7.Every Day3:50
- 8.Arched Maid Via RDJ5:23
26 Mixes for Cash2003
- 1.Time to Find Me (AFX Fast mix)7:35
- 2.Raising the Titanic (Big Drum mix)8:42
- 3.Journey (Aphex Twin Care mix)10:14
- 4.Triachus (Aphex Twin mix)4:13
- 5.Heroes (Aphex Twin remix)5:19
- 6.In the Glitter, Part 2 (Aphex Twin mix)5:02
- 7.Zeros and Ones (Aphex Twin Reconstruction #2)5:50
- 8.Ziggy (Aphex Twin mix #1)4:25
- 9.Your Head My Voice (Voix Revirement)3:15
- 10.Change (Aphex Twin mix #2)4:17
- 11.Une femme n'est pas un homme (Aphex Twin mix)4:06
- 12.The Beauty of Being Numb Section B (created by Aphex Twin)3:27
- 13.Let My Fish Loose (Aphex Twin remix)5:26
- 14.Krieger (Aphex Twin Baldhu mix)3:24
- 15.Deep in Velvet (Aphex Twin Turnips mix)3:51
- 16.Falling Free (Aphex Twin remix)7:41
- 17.We Have Arrived (Aphex Twin QQT mix)4:24
- 18.At the Heart of It All (created by Aphex Twin)3:49
- 19.Flow Coma (remix by AFX)5:00
- 20.Windowlicker (acid edit)4:16
- 21.Normal (Helston Flora remix by AFX)6:51
- 22.SAW2 CD1 TRK2 (original mix)6:31
- 23.Mindstream (The Aphex Twin remix)3:42
- 24.You Can't Hide Your Love (Hidden Love mix)5:05
- 25.Spotlight (Aphex Twin mix)6:58
- 26.Debase (Soft Palate)5:50
Drukqs2001
- 1.Jynweythek2:23
- 2.Vordhosbn4:51
- 3.Kladfvgbung Micshk2:06
- 4.Strotha Tynhe2:12
- 5.Omgyjya Switch74:52
- 6.Gwely Mernans5:08
- 7.Cock/Ver105:18
- 8.Bbydhyonchord2:33
- 9.Orban Eq Trx41:35
- 10.Mt Saint Michel Mix + St Michaels Mount8:10
- 11.Beskhu3epnm2:10
- 12.Aussois0:13
- 13.Hy A Scullyas Lyf A Dhagrow2:14
- 14.Kesson Daslef1:21
- 15.Avril 14th2:05
- 16.Gwarek26:46
- 17.54 Cymru Beats6:06
- 18.Btoum‐Roumada1:58
- 19.Lornaderek0:31
- 20.Penty Harmonium1:27
- 21.Prep Gwarlek 3b1:19
- 22.Father0:57
- 23.Petiatil Cx Htdui2:11
- 24.Meltphace 66:24
- 25.Bit40:25
- 26.Taking Control7:13
- 27.Ruglen Holon1:49
- 28.Afx237 V74:23
- 29.Ziggomatic V178:35
- 30.Nanou23:25
51/13 Aphex Singles Collection1996
- 1.On6:53
- 2.Pancake Lizard4:31
- 3.Ventolin (Crowsmangegus mix edit)1:42
- 4.Ventolin (Cylob mix)5:07
- 5.Donkey Rhubarb6:00
- 6.Ventolin (Deep Gong mix)6:20
- 7.73-Yips4:16
- 8.Icct Hedral (Philip Glass Orchestration)7:58
- 9.Ventolin (Marazavose mix edit)3:21
- 10.Ventolin (Asthma Beats mix)1:43
- 11.Ventolin (Carharrack mix)2:53
- 12.Respect List0:39
Richard D. James Album1996
- 1.43:37
- 2.Cornish Acid2:15
- 3.Peek 8245452013:05
- 4.Fingerbib3:49
- 5.Carn Marth2:33
- 6.To Cure a Weakling Child4:04
- 7.Goon Gumpas2:02
- 8.Yellow Calx3:05
- 9.Girl/Boy Song4:53
- 10.Logan Rock Witch3:34
Expert Knob Twiddlers1996
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…I Care Because You Do1995
- 1.Acrid Avid Jam Shred7:38
- 2.The Waxen Pith4:50
- 3.Wax the Nip4:19
- 4.Icct Hedral (edit)6:07
- 5.Ventolin (video version)4:29
- 6.Come On You Slags!5:45
- 7.Start as You Mean to Go On6:05
- 8.Wet Tip Hen Ax5:17
- 9.Mookid3:51
- 10.Alberto Balsalm5:11
- 11.Cow Cud Is a Twin5:34
- 12.Next Heap With4:43
Selected Ambient Works, Volume II1994
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Classics1994
- 1.Digeridoo7:11
- 2.Flaphead7:00
- 3.Phloam5:33
- 4.Isopropanol6:24
- 5.Polynomial-C4:46
- 6.Tamphex (Hedphuq mix)6:31
- 7.Phlange Phace5:22
- 8.Dodeccaheedron6:09
- 9.Analogue Bubblebath 14:46
- 10.Metapharstic4:33
- 11.We Have Arrived (Aphex Twin QQT mix)4:23
- 12.We Have Arrived (Aphex Twin TTQ mix)5:07
- 13.Digeridoo (live in Cornwall, 1990)6:21
Selected Ambient Works 85–921992
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Synaptic masturbation
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Pac-Man1992
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London 14.09.20192019
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Manchester 20.09.20192019
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Collapse EP2018
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London 03.06.172017
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Korg Trax+Tunings for Falling Asleep2017
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Orphans2017
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Cheetah EP2016
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Computer Controlled Acoustic Instruments, Part 22015
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orphaned deejay selek 2006–082015
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Analord 012005
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Analord 022005
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Analord 032005
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Analord 042005
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Analord 052005
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Analord 062005
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Analord 072005
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Analord 082005
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Analord 092005
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Analord 112005
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LFO / AFX2005
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Analord 102004
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Smojphace EP2003
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Drukqs 2 Track Promo2001
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Come to Daddy1997
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Analogue Bubblebath, Vol 3.11997
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Girl/Boy EP1996
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Ventolin E.P1995
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Hangable Auto Bulb EP1995
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Hangable Auto Bulb EP.21995
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Analogue Bubblebath 41994
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On1993
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Digeridoo1992
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Xylem Tube EP1992
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Analogue Bubblebath 31992
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Analogue Bubblebath1991
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Analog Bubblebath, Vol 21991
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Also known as: Aphex Twins, AphexTwin, The Aphex Twin, aphex+twin, エイフェックス・ツイン
Richard David James, known professionally as Aphex Twin, is a British musician, composer and DJ active in electronic music since 1988. His idiosyncratic work has drawn on many styles, including techno, ambient, acid, and jungle, and he is closely associated with the intelligent dance music (IDM) genre. Journalists from publications including Mixmag, The New York Times, NME, Fact, Clash and The Guardian have called James one of the most influential and important artists in contemporary electronic music.
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