Which Aphex song mogs? (I asked white and black people to judge Aphex songs)

[Xangsane]

I asked three people (one white, one black, one mulatta) to choose which song they preferred.
White preferred #1, black and mulatta preferred #2


1



2

 

[Xangsane]

0

 

[Xangsane]

EASY fucking choice tbh. Why do normies love Aphex so much?

 

[R@m@]

2

 

[Xangsane]

2

why 2?

 

[Klasik616]

2 sounds disgusting but 1 sounds mid

 

[R@m@]

why 2?

Ask my subconscious

 

[Xangsane]

2 sounds disgusting but 1 sounds mid

How does 2 sound disgusting?


I asked 3 people; the white one picked 1, and the two black people picked 2

 

[Xangsane]

Ask my subconscious

pat pat!

 

[Klasik616]

How does 2 sound disgusting?


I asked 3 people; the white one picked 1, and the two black people picked 2

Makes sense it's a noize niggas like
I don't even understand what I'm hearing

 

[gooner23]

2 a little too funky for me

 

[Xangsane]

Makes sense it's a noize niggas like
I don't even understand what I'm hearing

They said "1 is bedtime music + white people can't dance"

2 a little too funky for me

Why so?

 

[gooner23]

They said "1 is bedtime music + white people can't dance"


Why so?

song sounds dated and just sounds like a 2000s sound track

 

[Xangsane]

song sounds dated and just sounds like a 2000s sound track

Here’s a general prediction for how different demographic groups might engage with the Aphex Twin catalog based on cultural and musical trends. This analysis assumes broad generalizations, so specific behaviors within these groups can vary widely:





1. White Demographic




• Behavior: Likely to engage with a significant portion of the catalog, with strong representation among electronic music enthusiasts, particularly in Europe and North America.


• Reasoning:


• Aphex Twin has a massive cult following in Europe, especially the UK, where electronic music has deep roots.


• White audiences involved in subcultures like IDM (Intelligent Dance Music), ambient, and experimental music are likely to appreciate the whole catalog, with minimal skipping.


• Specific Tracks: Classics like Windowlicker and Come to Daddy might attract casual listeners, while deeper cuts from Selected Ambient Works 85-92 or Drukqs may resonate with die-hard fans.





2. Asian Demographic




• Behavior: Moderate engagement with selective tracks; less likely to embrace the entire catalog but may resonate with his experimental or ambient pieces.


• Reasoning:


• East Asian countries (e.g., Japan, South Korea) are known for their affinity for experimental and ambient music, which aligns with albums like Selected Ambient Works Volume II.


• South Asian and Southeast Asian audiences may be less engaged unless involved in niche electronic or avant-garde music communities.


• Specific Tracks: Ambient works and less abrasive tracks (e.g., Avril 14th) may be retained more than his harsher, more chaotic pieces.





3. Hispanic Demographic




• Behavior: Likely to engage with specific tracks, particularly those with rhythmic or accessible qualities, but less likely to explore or retain the entire catalog.


• Reasoning:


• Latin music culture heavily emphasizes rhythm and melody. Aphex Twin’s catalog, which leans into abstraction and atmosphere, may feel less intuitive.


• Younger Hispanic audiences with exposure to EDM and experimental music may selectively enjoy iconic tracks like Windowlicker or Xtal.


• Specific Tracks: Tracks with clear beats or grooves, such as Xtal or On, may be more popular than abstract pieces like those from Drukqs.





4. Black Demographic



• Behavior: Limited engagement with Aphex Twin’s catalog overall, with potential niche appreciation among electronic music fans or producers.


• Reasoning:


• Black music audiences in the US and UK often gravitate toward genres with strong rhythmic foundations (e.g., hip-hop, house, techno) rather than Aphex Twin’s more abstract or ambient styles.


• There may be stronger engagement in subcultures influenced by experimental electronic music, particularly in techno hubs like Detroit.


• Specific Tracks: Tracks with percussive or techno-like qualities (e.g., Alberto Balsalm or Digeridoo) might find more retention among black audiences.

 

[gooner23]

Here’s a general prediction for how different demographic groups might engage with the Aphex Twin catalog based on cultural and musical trends. This analysis assumes broad generalizations, so specific behaviors within these groups can vary widely:





1. White Demographic




• Behavior: Likely to engage with a significant portion of the catalog, with strong representation among electronic music enthusiasts, particularly in Europe and North America.


• Reasoning:


• Aphex Twin has a massive cult following in Europe, especially the UK, where electronic music has deep roots.


• White audiences involved in subcultures like IDM (Intelligent Dance Music), ambient, and experimental music are likely to appreciate the whole catalog, with minimal skipping.


• Specific Tracks: Classics like Windowlicker and Come to Daddy might attract casual listeners, while deeper cuts from Selected Ambient Works 85-92 or Drukqs may resonate with die-hard fans.





2. Asian Demographic




• Behavior: Moderate engagement with selective tracks; less likely to embrace the entire catalog but may resonate with his experimental or ambient pieces.


• Reasoning:


• East Asian countries (e.g., Japan, South Korea) are known for their affinity for experimental and ambient music, which aligns with albums like Selected Ambient Works Volume II.


• South Asian and Southeast Asian audiences may be less engaged unless involved in niche electronic or avant-garde music communities.


• Specific Tracks: Ambient works and less abrasive tracks (e.g., Avril 14th) may be retained more than his harsher, more chaotic pieces.





3. Hispanic Demographic




• Behavior: Likely to engage with specific tracks, particularly those with rhythmic or accessible qualities, but less likely to explore or retain the entire catalog.


• Reasoning:


• Latin music culture heavily emphasizes rhythm and melody. Aphex Twin’s catalog, which leans into abstraction and atmosphere, may feel less intuitive.


• Younger Hispanic audiences with exposure to EDM and experimental music may selectively enjoy iconic tracks like Windowlicker or Xtal.


• Specific Tracks: Tracks with clear beats or grooves, such as Xtal or On, may be more popular than abstract pieces like those from Drukqs.





4. Black Demographic



• Behavior: Limited engagement with Aphex Twin’s catalog overall, with potential niche appreciation among electronic music fans or producers.


• Reasoning:


• Black music audiences in the US and UK often gravitate toward genres with strong rhythmic foundations (e.g., hip-hop, house, techno) rather than Aphex Twin’s more abstract or ambient styles.


• There may be stronger engagement in subcultures influenced by experimental electronic music, particularly in techno hubs like Detroit.


• Specific Tracks: Tracks with percussive or techno-like qualities (e.g., Alberto Balsalm or Digeridoo) might find more retention among black audiences.

makes sense a lot of asians tend to gravitate to specific instruments, i went from trombone - euphonium so did my music tastes i just prefer more mellow songs and ballads

 

[Xangsane]

makes sense a lot of asians tend to gravitate to specific instruments, i went from trombone - euphonium so did my music tastes i just prefer more mellow songs and ballads

Be honest would you say 2 is a bit harsh compared to 1

 

[Xangsane]

@Whatever why 1?

 

[gooner23]

Be honest would you say 2 is a bit harsh compared to 1

probably but more because i expect a certain sound from aphex twin like people love mladic from godspeed you black emperor but i think we drift like worried fire is way better than mladic, more people who like swans will like mladic and i think swans just did way better with this more aggressive sound

 

[Xangsane]

probably but more because i expect a certain sound from aphex twin like people love mladic from godspeed you black emperor but i think we drift like worried fire is way better than mladic, more people who like swans will like mladic and i think swans just did way better with this more aggressive sound

Who tf are swans and godspeed you?

 

[gooner23]

Who tf are swans and godspeed you?

bruh didnt you make a post with swans in it they're post rock bands

 

[Xangsane]

bruh didnt you make a post with swans in it they're post rock bands

OH THEM. I forgot about them. Roughly remembered them back in the say but not a huge fan of them anymore

 

[Xangsane]

bruh didnt you make a post with swans in it they're post rock bands

I just skimmed through Godspeed You Black Emperor

Do people sleep to this?

 

[Xangsane]

@GhostBoySwag why 1 over 2

 

[gooner23]

I just skimmed through Godspeed You Black Emperor

Do people sleep to this?

tbh i use to not like it until i was doing a super long lab and decided to put it on but what do your normally listen to

 

[GhostBoySwag]

@GhostBoySwag why 1 over 2

I mean, for me It's more like the feeling/mood. 1 Reminds me of minecraft would put as an OST Track but 2 is something straight out of the matrix and like rave weird feeling i dont like 2. I like 1 because it sounds happy

 

[Xangsane]

tbh i use to not like it until i was doing a super long lab and decided to put it on but what do your normally listen to

I don't get how people genuinely enjoy that? Music to me has to have more of an energy to it.

 

[Xangsane]

I mean, for me It's more like the feeling/mood. 1 Reminds me of minecraft would put as an OST Track but 2 is something straight out of the matrix and like rave weird feeling i dont like 2. I like 1 because it sounds happy

Does this surprise you?

I asked people and:

• White respondents mostly chose 1
• Black respondents all chose 2

 

[gooner23]

I don't get how people genuinely enjoy that? Music to me has to have more of an energy to it.

i mean i think most people who played in classical orchestras or listened to classical music will like it more, i think its just extremely long builds that people aren't willing to sit through

 

[Xangsane]

i mean i think most people who played in classical orchestras or listened to classical music will like it more, i think its just extremely long builds that people aren't willing to sit through

I just think it's sleep music. This mogs:

 

[Xangsane]

@ey88 why 1 over 2

 

[ey88]

@ey88 why 1 over 2

More peaceful

This song mogs both though

 

[Xangsane]

More peaceful

This song mogs both though

I asked 3 people; the white one picked 1, and the two black people picked 2

 

[Xangsane]

0

 

[Whatever]

@Whatever why 1?

It’s always been one of my favorite Aphex Twin songs. I like Didgeridoo too but other than SAW2 some of his early ‘90s stuff sounds kinda outdated.

 

[Xangsane]

It’s always been one of my favorite Aphex Twin songs. I like Didgeridoo too but other than SAW2 some of his early ‘90s stuff sounds kinda outdated.

I wonder why all the black people chose 2 over 1

 

[Whatever]

I wonder why all the black people chose 2 over 1

More rhythm, I guess.

 

[Xangsane]

More rhythm, I guess.

I showed the mulatto the full catalog and she called it "bedtime music"

 

[Whatever]

I showed the mulatto the full catalog and she called it "bedtime music"

Wait until she hears Lichen or Stone in Focus. I listen to a lot of ambient and quieter music and people comment on it like that.

 

[ThraxxGlo]

IZ-US is the best aphex twin song

 

[Xangsane]

IZ-US is the best aphex twin song

thoughts on what the black people thought?

Wait until she hears Lichen or Stone in Focus. I listen to a lot of ambient and quieter music and people comment on it like that.

I just gave her autechtre and she said "bullshit". She likes techno like Sara Landry

 

[distance decay]

Fuck off stop ruining Aphex twin with ur gay AI bullshit

 

[Xangsane]

Fuck off stop ruining Aphex twin with ur gay AI bullshit

most of aphex is sleep music tbh.

 

[distance decay]

most of aphex is sleep music tbh.

Yeah ambient, listen to rhubarb and lichen absolute godtier tracks

 

[Xangsane]

Yeah ambient, listen to rhubarb and lichen absolute godtier tracks

Digeridoo >>> allat