Aphex Twin ‎– Come To Daddy

Most likely pressed at MPO in France, but still using the original plates (which probably explains why the tracks at side B are still switched)

My record has the same sleeve and matrix from this release but the labels look like the ones from the 2001 RP? Anyone else encounter that?

Would be priceless for me, if it had IZ US instead of Little Lord Faulteroy Mix, too bad that's only on the '97 promo. Great stuff anyway.

I heard Bucephalus Bouncing Ball on the my cd for the soundtrack for the movie π. I am now really into IDM music

I just bought this thinking it was a more recent reissue. Damn, this must have been sitting in that record store for 14 years. I can't imagine that many people would pass up a great Aphex record at a reasonable price.

Still available here! https://bleep.com/release/2473-aphex-twin-come-to-daddy

This sounds great! Bucephalus Bouncing Ball in slow motion - sounds like it was partially made like this, with some faster effects thrown over the top. Lovely.

I'm not a fan of electronic noise music. This is why it is so surprising that Come To Daddy was the first song by Aphex Twin that drew me to his portfolio and got me obsessed with his style. This is the only noise track people often know he has made and it is a great one. The melodies and the chorus seamlessly integrate to conjure up one of the weirdest and innovative tracks ever produced. KTPA1 and KTPA2 from the Smojphace EP by Richard D. James are real noise tracks and bare no resemblance to Come to Daddy's tune. It's a completely different kettle of fish.

The other songs on the album incorporate elements of acid, techno and experimental electronic. It's a busy track that is complimented with "Flim", a mellow and relaxed tune with a fast paced beat, almost a softener to the ears. If you listen carefully you can hear James' humour as his mother comments on some of the sounds present. At one point it almost sounds as though she's about to say "Would you like anything else to eat or drink?" as she listens to his projects in his bedroom. It makes you wonder if such samples were taken while he was growing up. It seems possible.

If you are into metal music this might serve as a good beginner's album, if you are a fan comin from more classical genre, it might be worth listening to Aphex Twin's "Drukqs", "Richard D. James" or "I care because you do...".

To any Richard D. James (and Richard James) fans, an item that you would delight every side of tunes. Five stars!!!!!