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1. Windowlicker - Aphex Twin

2. DeltaMi-1=aSigman=1Di(n)(SigmajEC(i)Fij(n-1)+Fexti(n-1)) - Aphex Twin

3. Nannou - Aphex Twin

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5.0 out of 5 stars what explicit lyrics?, Jun 14 2004

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bowery boy (seattle) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Windowlicker (Enhanced) (Audio CD)

i'm at a loss to find the explicit content which the parental advisory sticker on the cover warns. perhaps aphex twin's devilishy grinning face super imposed on a buxom beauty's bod is what the warning is about or maybe the link to chris cunningham's video which would have been naughty if it wasn't so downright disturbingly funny.

windowlicker is by far aphex twin's best and most commercial release without compromising any of his skills that makes him such a talented musical genius. sounding like a warped soundtrack to a porno movie, windowlicker writhes and contorts its way to the fuzzy electric guitar climax. the only track worth the cost of the EP! (formula) or (equation) or a bunch of unpronounceable scribble starts of strong but falls short at the end and we hear more nannou style musicbox twinkling to last us a lifetime on drukqs.

five stars for windowlicker alone.

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4.0 out of 5 stars As the saying goes: "Two out of three ain't bad.", May 4 2004

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This review is from: Windowlicker (Enhanced) (Audio CD)

Windowlicker is Richard D. James' sexiest work. As you've read over and over beforehand, it's comprised of oohs and aahs set to a porno-esque track. What they fail to mention is Aphex Twin's trademark polyrhythms, everchanging song structure and engrossing melodies are present, making this song much more than just unique - it really is one of the greatest electronica songs ever made. AFX certainly sets a very pornographic atmosphere in Windowlicker, right up to the climax of the song, indeed, a musical orgasm. It's one of those rare tracks you can pinpoint and say "This - this right here, this is proof that this Richard D. James is a genius."

The next track, which I will be calling [Complex Mathmatical Equation], is the thematical flip side of Aphex Twin, but musically not very far off. The song pumps and jumps from section to section with ease, but instead of luring you in with lusty moans and sighs, it sharpens its teeth with its abrasive noises, sinks them into your skin, and drags you in, reminicent of Ventolin. This is a cool listen initially, as its harsh qualities are intriguing. Unfortunately, this song doesn't age well, and once the novelty has worn off, it becomes a chore to listen to. This is the only mediocre track on the single.

Nannou is a gentle, yet energetic closer that makes you feel at home with its usage of a music box. Not just for melodies mind you, but the cranking of the box is incorporated as well, most effectively. This really lulls you to the realization that a single - a 15 minute single - indeed CAN have the impact of an album. I'd say this is very close to upstaging the title track, had Windowlicker not been so bizarre. A very pleasing closer to a single with a sultry headliner and a rotten core.

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3.0 out of 5 stars mediocre in comparison but deserves a little credit, Mar 3 2004

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BGP "author of 'Ab Antiquo, Ab Aeterno'" (NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Windowlicker (Enhanced) (Audio CD)

A decent Aphex Twin release, some of his more mediocre (but not migraine-inducing)work but I must be a little lenient considering this is only a single. The title track, though no "Come To Daddy," has some clever rythmic effects that do the trick without completely dissolving into nonsense ; though the droning and intentionally out-of-tune vocals can become monotonous by the later half of the song. The second track is not well structured but has some interestingly dark noises, while the last track is definitely the best. Nannou, the final track, is worth buying this whole CD for if you're already an Aphex Twin fan and have some extra cash to blow.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Techno music done by aliens
Windowlicker is a must have. Basically this is Aphex Twin's most well know hit.

The whole Industrial electronica track is done using string, humming, crashing sounds, *lite*... Read more

Published on Jan 22 2004 by OverTheMoon

4.0 out of 5 stars the title track is pure genius
a very mainstream dance style aphex twin in this song windowlicker, i remember seeing the video for this song on a late night and had this limo with these girls getting turned... Read more