Richard James explains origins of latest album as deluxe edition artwork and new music are revealed

Fans will be able to hear new album before its September 22 release

Next month, Aphex Twin will release SYRO, his first proper studio album in 13 years. This is both a big deal and a weird one, and Richard D. James has concocted an interesting way to let the world hear the record for the first time. Next week, around the world, James will hold SYRO listening [...]

The DJ and producer speaks about West's use of his track 'Avril 14th' on 'My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy’'s 'Blame Game'

Aphex Twin interviews are rare beasts, but with Richard D. James about to return with SYRO, his first proper studio album in 13 years, they’re suddenly a little thicker on the ground. Both FADER and Pitchfork have recently spoken with James, and both publications have unveiled a few highlights from their conversations before publishing...