On February 12, 1992, “Apollo” label released “Selected Ambient Works 85–92”, the debut Richard D. James, released under the pseudonym of Aphex Twin. The album was recorded from 1985 to 1992, and was produced by Richard D. James. “Selected Ambient Works 85–92″ was appreciated for its minimalist and atmospheric nature and is considered by many music critics to be one of the greatest albums in ambient, IDM, and electronic music. It was followed by “Selected Ambient Works Volume II”.

Personnel:

• Tsutomu Noda – liner notes
• Richard D. James– electronics, sampler

Track listing:

All tracks by Richard D. James.

1. Xtal
2. Tha
3. Pulsewidth
4. Ageispolis
5. I
6. Green Calx
7. Hellosphan
8. We Are the Music Makers
9. Achottkey 7^th Path
10. Ptolemy
11. Hedphelym
12. Delphium
13. Actium