Selected Ambient Works Volume II by Aphex Twin is a groundbreaking album that marks a departure from the more beat-driven sound of its predecessor. Released in 1994, this album is a more experimental and ambient-focused collection. It features rich, atmospheric soundscapes that evoke a sense of deep space, isolation, and introspection. Each track is subtly crafted, with intricate textures and abstract compositions that create a dreamlike atmosphere. The album's use of organic sounds, such as field recordings and manipulated samples, enhances its ethereal quality. Tracks like "Blue Calx" and "Rhubarb Orc. 19.53 Rev" exemplify the album's serene yet complex sound, earning it a reputation as a classic in the ambient and electronic genres. Selected Ambient Works Volume II is considered a visionary work that has greatly influenced ambient music, sound art, and experimental electronic music.
Tracklist:
Side A:
A1. #1
A2. #2
A3. #3
Side B:
B1. #4
B2. #5
B3. #6
B4. #7
Side C:
C1. #8
C2. #9
C3. #10
Side D:
D1. #11
D2. #12
D3. Blue Calx
D4. #14
Side E:
E1. #15
E2. #16
E3. #17
E4. #18
Side F:
F1. #19
F2. #20
F3. #21
Side G:
G1. #22
G2. #23
G3. #24
Side H:
H1. #25
H2. Th1 [Evnslower]
H3. Rhubarb Orc. 19.53 Rev
Warp
2024
4LP
Black
WARPLP21R
N/A