Aphex Twin - Selected Ambient Works 85-92

Selected Ambient Works 85–92 (originally released on R&S Records in 1993) marked a groundbreaking crossover from the underground techno scene into indie and alternative music circles. Shrouded in stories and myths—such as the claim that some tracks date back to 1985 when Richard D. James was only fourteen, or that much of the music was crafted using instruments he built himself, and even that its success inspired him to buy a panzer tank—these tales only add to the album’s mystique.

But above all, the music itself remains paramount. With Selected Ambient Works 85–92, Aphex Twin redefined ambient music, building on the foundations laid by Brian Eno and expanding the genre by blending lush, ethereal soundscapes with deep, immersive beats and basslines. The album stands not only as the birthplace but also the enduring benchmark of modern electronic music.

This official 2LP vinyl repress features the acclaimed 2013 remasters, meticulously cut from the original DAT tapes by Matt Colton, and is presented in the album’s original artwork—an essential collector’s edition of a timeless classic.