aphex twin - xtal

thanks, I should have known from your description!

Thread needs a bump.

Haven't had a chance to listen to this yet, but will soon enough. Looking forward to more of these 'mixtapes' sets. Seriously not enough of 'em here.

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Originally posted by Sykonee Thread needs a bump.

New one should be up on Thursday. Whoop.

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So I took a listen...

And yeah, to quote J', "So much for a 'mixtape feel'". This is a very solid set of ambient-to-dub-to-techno, easily on par with anything you might find in the professional leagues. I was quite surprised at how 'lengthy' it sounded, as its 80-minute running time seemed to last forever, in that wonderful "I can't believe it's only 1am!" kind of way. Nothing at all to fault in the music department.

BUT, I have to admit I was a bit disappointed in the lack of something more akin to Back To Mine here. Those 'mixtape' series have a tendency to throw wonderfully unexpected musical curveballs, showing off an incredibly eclectic musical background of their featured artist. I... never really got that sense here. Although undoubtedly personal favs, it seemed like jupiterone was more concerned about creating a seamless, flowing set rather than indulging us in some quirky, unique selections; I simply cannot believe that his musical palette would be limited to ambient and techno in such a way as it is represented here.

I'll be honest here: I do hope future installments show more diversity in sharing their classics. It's fine and all to make a solid DJ set of personal favorites, but that's what this forum's generally used for anyway. I think J's intent with this is to get select forum members to get away from DJ sets and expose their musical background without such limitations; yes, proper mixtapes.

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Just a little bump, because the next mix will be posted tomorrow.

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Originally posted by Sykonee BUT, I have to admit I was a bit disappointed in the lack of something more akin to Back To Mine here. Those 'mixtape' series have a tendency to throw wonderfully unexpected musical curveballs, showing off an incredibly eclectic musical background of their featured artist. I... never really got that sense here. Although undoubtedly personal favs, it seemed like jupiterone was more concerned about creating a seamless, flowing set rather than indulging us in some quirky, unique selections; I simply cannot believe that his musical palette would be limited to ambient and techno in such a way as it is represented here. I'll be honest here: I do hope future installments show more diversity in sharing their classics. It's fine and all to make a solid DJ set of personal favorites, but that's what this forum's generally used for anyway. I think J's intent with this is to get select forum members to get away from DJ sets and expose their musical background without such limitations; yes, proper mixtapes.

I enjoyed the mix, but I agree with this post.

i disagree.

there are tons of ta djs on here that could accomplish the goals that this series sets out to do while creating a flawless and flowing set.

it is called talent, and it should not be discouraged. Call me picky, but once i start to hear shoddy mixing and a lack of direction i hit stop and toss the file into the recycling bin.

trainwrecks do not add fun to me.

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Originally posted by Halcyon+On+On No, but I also don't drink out of a fucking sippy-cup you goddamned Appalachian.

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Originally posted by lenazi i disagree. there are tons of ta djs on here that could accomplish the goals that this series sets out to do while creating a flawless and flowing set. it is called talent, and it should not be discouraged. Call me picky, but once i start to hear shoddy mixing and a lack of direction i hit stop and toss the file into the recycling bin. trainwrecks do not add fun to me.

I do agree with this, however, I think what Sykonee may have been getting at is that this concept should allow the ta dj to be as eclectic as they want and not worry about the technical side of things as much. This doesn't mean trainwrecking, but does allow for more freedomg to switch up to different genres. I see what you're getting at, but what's your view on how many of the back to mine series are mixed?

to be honest, i think the only one i ever heard was the krafty cuts one, and i can't say i liked it that much.

bear in mind i don't usually "waste" my money on mix albums as i spend enough as is on actual eps. Had it been a set of music that skyone enjoyed every track and was mixed perfectly, we probably would not have heard a peep imo.

Both of your opinions are certainly valid, as our expectations are certainly different. Considering i own almost everything that j1 threw in here, to me the way that it was mixed was the part that interested me the most. I've already heard the music, which will most likely be a very common occurrence in a series of classics.

Having something sound like it was crossfaded automatically by winamp on random just has less appeal to me.

a dj should most certainly allowed to mix how they like in this series, and j1 did that.

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Originally posted by Halcyon+On+On No, but I also don't drink out of a fucking sippy-cup you goddamned Appalachian.

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Originally posted by lenazi i disagree. there are tons of ta djs on here that could accomplish the goals that this series sets out to do while creating a flawless and flowing set.

So do you think J1's favourites are limited to ambient and techno?

Personally, I have no problem with seeing different styles of mixing in this game. Everyone who is invited gets one shot at it, and so it's their decision on how they'll do it. J1's set was stunningly executed and I know next month's entry will sound completely different.

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> DI.FM 26th Anniversary Guest Mix [Progressive House]
> Live @ Dance:Love:Hub London, 11.10.2025
> Higher Peaks [Progressive House]
> Dance:Love:Hub Afterparty (The Return) 23.11.24

Like these sets? Come see me play live at Kibosh in Manchester: https://www.instagram.com/kibosh.mcr/