Aphex Twin

Aphex Twin’s Xylem Tube EP (R & S Records RS9209RP) captures the raw genius of Richard D. James in his early, feral stage. Originally released in 1992, these four tracks—“Polynomial-C,” “Tamphex,” “Phlange Phace,” and “Dodeccaheedron”—bridge acid techno and embryonic IDM, bursting with alien textures and razor-sharp programming. On vinyl, the tactile detail of the 303 lines and sub-bass makes it an electrifying listen. It remains a cornerstone of Aphex’s legacy and an essential slab of early electronic history.