sneaksta303 Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 That's weird. I think Drukqs is my favorite album of all time (so far). Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide sneaksta303's signature Hide all signatures The Dark Tower Cycle Pplz ep The Swarm H.P. Sneakstep's Educational Tours Vol. 1 Branch Acidian - Acid's Done Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-640110 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tbio2007 Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 Rook: You miss the point my friend, anyway before I start what is it with people on these boards and the word retard? If you don't agree with someone your automatically called a retard, must be yank thing anyway... I was talking in reference to critics perception on Autechre, compare the reviews for most Autechre albums to Afx and you will see my point. They are not considered classic's at all, Autechre records always divide opinion, SAW 1 AND 2 are seen as 'classics' in terms of what critics think, the most critically successful Autechre record is perhaps Tri if u look into the reviews. It was not my view, I consider all Autechre albums classics as they are favorite musical act. Retard. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-640184 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blir Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 tbio2007 said: Rook: You miss the point my friend, anyway before I start what is it with people on these boards and the word retard? If you don't agree with someone your automatically called a retard, must be yank thing anyway... I was talking in reference to critics perception on Autechre, compare the reviews for most Autechre albums to Afx and you will see my point. They are not considered classic's at all, Autechre records always divide opinion, SAW 1 AND 2 are seen as 'classics' in terms of what critics think, the most critically successful Autechre record is perhaps Tri if u look into the reviews. It was not my view, I consider all Autechre albums classics as they are favorite musical act. Retard. HMV put LP5 on their top 20 must own albums list, surely that implies some classic status? Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-640187 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tbio2007 Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 (edited) Have you got a link for that? I think I remember hearing summat about it but I thought it was one of those album of the month things rather then 'best ever albums'. No matter what argument you put forward Aphex is far more critically successful, of cause this does not make him better, I do prefer Autechre as I said but I was just trying to balance out my argument. Edited January 22, 2008 by tbio2007 Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-640205 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rook Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 The accepted Watmm lingo for someone who disagrees with you is either "fag" or "retard". Jeez get with it. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-640259 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 I look for emotion in music, and a lot of Richard's tracks have that emotive feel to them in some form or another. So, as much as I really like Ae, I would still choose AFX over Ae. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-640411 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Enter a new display name Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 Aphex Twin is more popular because he caught people's attention with his music videos directed by Cunningham. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-640531 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbhasdance Posted April 16, 2009 Report Share Posted April 16, 2009 Why does this topic exist? There is no way to convince someone who thinks Aphex Twin is better than Autechre is better, it's their opinion, that's why. All of the reasons the OP put up, I still think afx is better. Nothing you say could sway my opinion, and I doubt anything I could say would sway yours. It doesn't matter what someone views as 'classic' or 'groundbreaking', it's just that particular person's taste. I like Ae as much as the next guy, but I like afx more. Why even make this thread? Are you trying to convert afx-lovers to the wonderful world of ae? This thread is pointless, it's a battle no one will win. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide bubbhasdance's signature Hide all signatures THATS HOW U NO U GOD WHEN YOU GOTA MODEL AND SHE THROW UP ON YO DICK BECAUSE ITS SO BIG AND YOUR IN A LIMO GOING TO A LIL B CONCERT - Lil B Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1015263 Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehauntingsoul Posted April 16, 2009 Report Share Posted April 16, 2009 why is there suddenly a re-opening of this debate considering this thread is well over a year old Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide thehauntingsoul's signature Hide all signatures Last.fm SteamID: Thehauntingsoul My EP Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1015384 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted April 17, 2009 Report Share Posted April 17, 2009 it's a fucking shite thread that's what it is Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1015698 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneaksta303 Posted April 17, 2009 Report Share Posted April 17, 2009 Sam said: it's a fucking shite thread that's what it is Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide sneaksta303's signature Hide all signatures The Dark Tower Cycle Pplz ep The Swarm H.P. Sneakstep's Educational Tours Vol. 1 Branch Acidian - Acid's Done Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1015934 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Caustic Posted April 17, 2009 Report Share Posted April 17, 2009 sneaksta303 said: Sam said: it's a fucking shite thread that's what it is word. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1016181 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain James Mission Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 ae, afx, boc... they're all ingenious! Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135319 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blir Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 On 10/3/2009 at 11:00 AM, parteE said: ae, afx, boc... they're all ingenious! That's right! Check this out! Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135344 Share on other sites More sharing options...
awepittance Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 not sure why this thread makes people uncomfortable. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide awepittance's signature Hide all signatures Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135449 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Calx Sherbet Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 i don't even know who aphex twin is, what is this Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135454 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shibboleth Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 unironically posting in support of subjectivity Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest theSun Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 the aphex twins are like ae but 1000x crappier live Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepex Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 I've always found it odd that people consistently praise Selected Ambient Works 85-92 and completely ignore Incunabula. Incunabula is one of my favorite Autechre releases! Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide all signatures On 4/11/2010 at 6:25 AM, 'Rambo' said: I enjoy the fragility of the rolling lol tbh. The broken lol is like our own mortality staring us in the face, reminding us to enjoy that sunset. d v dp ck: s n d c l d | b n d c m p | f c b k | t m b l r | t w t t r | l s t . f m Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135461 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blir Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 On 10/3/2009 at 6:42 PM, theSun said: the aphex twins are like ae but 1000x crappier live AE are untouchable live, god damn. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135462 Share on other sites More sharing options...
awesomeperson Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 Autechre is two person, AFX is one person therefor you can't really compare the two even if AFX alone made better music than AE. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135467 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Calx Sherbet Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 On 10/3/2009 at 6:42 PM, Deepex said: I've always found it odd that people consistently praise Selected Ambient Works 85-92 and completely ignore Incunabula. Incunabula is one of my favorite Autechre releases! Most definitely Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135473 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blir Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 On 10/3/2009 at 6:49 PM, vasio said: Autechre is two person, AFX is one person therefor you can't really compare the two even if AFX alone made better music than AE. It could be argued that two people is superior as it takes their combined effort, which is more difficult than one persons sole focus. To be that consistent and on the same level as each other is quite impressive. Not that I would argue this of course. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135477 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candiru Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 I don't think Ae and Aphex are trying to do the same thing, really. Ae is more concerned with the abstract, and they want you to think of their music as wildstyle graffiti. Aphex's music is usually a twisted, wholly unique take on certain genres, whether it's ambient, techno, drum n bass, or something he just made up, but totally works. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135582 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilt17 Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 On 12/31/2007 at 1:35 AM, IRARI said: maybe i'm being too sensitive but one of the things watmm has going for it is its tolerance and so i'm kinda disappointed that this thread popped up when we usually just accept each other's preference or maybe i just don't wanna admit that i agree with some of the points raised in ae's favor i dunno i just prefer an implicit unity in the watmm six, and take them on their own merits without contrasting You'd deserve an award. Objectivity will never be part of music. Tastes guys, tastes... Trying to show the entire world with big theories Ae better than Afx or Afx better than Ae, or µ-Ziq better than Squarep.. No, stop, it's a time loss. I feel like a parent separating two children arguing. You're touched by Ae ultra elaborated music, I'm touched by SAW simplicity, but I respect Ae fans (implied "advanced electronic music"), as you're supposed to respect SAW, SOSW or Analord lovers. And reading things such "this doesn't sounds new so it's shit" really disappoints me. Every music for everybody, that's the way. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/28910-why-ae-is-better-than-afx/page/6/#findComment-1135624 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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