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Aphex Twin’s ‘Drukqs’ set for 25th anniversary vinyl reissue
Aphex Twin’s 2001 double album ‘Drukqs’ will be reissued on vinyl for its 25th anniversary, giving the influential electronic record its first vinyl re-release since it originally appeared. The announcement reflects the album’s renewed visibility among younger listeners, particularly through the enduring popularity of ‘Avril 14th’ and TikTok-driven interest in ‘QKThr’.
Warp Records will release the 30-track album on 30 October in four-LP, two-CD and double-cassette formats, with a special vinyl edition including a poster and AFX stencil. Initially divisive, ‘Drukqs’ combined intricate drill’n’bass with sparse piano pieces; ‘Avril 14th’ later appeared in films and was sampled by Kanye West, while ‘QKThr’ helped Aphex Twin reach 448 million monthly YouTube listeners in January.
In short
- ‘Drukqs’ returns to vinyl on 30 October.
- The reissue marks 25 years since its release.
- Viral interest has introduced the album to new listeners.
Explained simply
Aphex Twin is an experimental electronic musician whose work has significantly influenced modern digital music since the 1990s. He is known for complex, often challenging compositions that blend different electronic techniques and styles.
His 2001 album 'Drukqs' is a double album featuring intricate electronic beats alongside sparse piano passages, showcasing the range of his compositional approach. When first released, the album's ambitious and varied nature meant it divided listeners and critics, but it has gradually come to be recognised as an important work in electronic music.
In recent years, 'Drukqs' has experienced renewed interest, particularly among younger audiences discovering it through streaming platforms and social media. Individual tracks have found new cultural presence—appearing in films, being sampled by major artists, and circulating virally online—suggesting the album's enduring significance across different generations and audiences.