MassfreeKid Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 It seems to never be seriously discussed, but Aphex has most probably composed tons of music under the influence of psychedelics and perhaps still does, who knows. Most of his pre-drukqs music is very psychedelics-friendly, according to many online psychonauts. He has talked here and there about his personal experience with psychedelics, and so did Luke and Squarepusher. To which degree do you think that psychedelics were influential in the invention of Braindance? Aren't psychedelics braindancing tools? geosmina 1 Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snazzell Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 I think composing music on drugs or whatever is not using your full potential and is kinda poser-ish. I mean, think about it, you're using a substance to boost ideas and emotions rather than getting them originally. Idk if he does, but if he does, I will be dissapointed. Sorry, hate on me all you want, it's what I think. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170284 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest peteisfat Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 DAAMMM!! THIS SHIT SO NUTS THE DUDE MUSTA BEEN HIGH AF!!!! Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170285 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Toffer Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 (edited) Pretty sure in interviews he's said he does take psychedelics but doesn't compose while under the influence of them. Apparantly the Expert Knob Twiddlers album with Mike P may have been composed while taking LSD. The result isn't very good. And ye, what peteisfat said. Peeps tryna find reasons for RDJ being such a boss. Some think its the gear, others drugs. m8 its all his brain Edited June 1, 2014 by Chris Toffer Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170286 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimpyLoo Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 12:56 AM, Snazzell said: I think composing music on drugs or whatever is not using your full potential and is kinda poser-ish. I mean, think about it, you're using a substance to boost ideas and emotions rather than getting them originally. Idk if he does, but if he does, I will be dissapointed. Sorry, hate on me all you want, it's what I think. Go listen to Mumford & Sons if you wanna listen to music made by puritans. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170288 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snazzell Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 12:58 AM, Chris Toffer said: Pretty sure in interviews he's said he does take psychedelics but doesn't compose while under the influence of them. Apparantly the Expert Knob Twiddlers album with Mike P may have been composed while taking LSD. The result isn't very good. And ye, what peteisfat said. Peeps tryna find reasons for RDJ being such a boss. Some think its the gear, others drugs. m8 its all his brain Yeah how do you even compose a track while under the influence? Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170289 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest totemcrackerjack Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 12:58 AM, Chris Toffer said: Pretty sure in interviews he's said he does take psychedelics but doesn't compose while under the influence of them. Apparantly the Expert Knob Twiddlers album with Mike P may have been composed while taking LSD. The result isn't very good. And ye, what peteisfat said. Peeps tryna find reasons for RDJ being such a boss. Some think its the gear, others drugs. m8 its all his brain EKT was loads of silly fun, I had a blast listening to it. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170290 Share on other sites More sharing options...
awepittance Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 there is an old interview floating around from the era of his American post RDJ album live shows where he says his favorite drugs to do are hash and alcohol in combination. I think he's talked about how much he likes Ketamine nowadays or something to that effect in a Spanish only interview. 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/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170292 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adieu Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 (edited) He most likely uses uppers like high doses of caffeine (confirmed), cocaine, prescription amphetamines (semi-confirmed), nootropics and/or smart drugs. Also, he probably composes quite a bit while stoned (semi-confirmed). Edited June 1, 2014 by AdieuErsatzEnnui Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Adieu's signature Hide all signatures There will be new love from the ashes of us. Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170294 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Mughnus Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 1:04 AM, LimpyLoo said: On 6/1/2014 at 12:56 AM, Snazzell said: I think composing music on drugs or whatever is not using your full potential and is kinda poser-ish. I mean, think about it, you're using a substance to boost ideas and emotions rather than getting them originally. Idk if he does, but if he does, I will be dissapointed. Sorry, hate on me all you want, it's what I think. Go listen to Mumford & Sons if you wanna listen to music made by puritans. lol straight up.. also snazzell it's not like you just drop a tab of acid and then you're fucking mozart. It's a catalyst to self exploration, if the result is that this individual is more creative than so be it that's amazing, it's not like the drugs make the music. lol Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Hugh Mughnus's signature Hide all signatures On 1/19/2020 at 5:27 PM, Richie Sombrero said: Nah, you're a wee child who can't wait for official release. Embarrassing. Shove your privilege. On 9/2/2014 at 12:37 AM, Ivan Ooze said: don't be a cockroach prolapsing nun bulkV Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170299 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adieu Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 Also meant to say that RDJ goes really nicely with heroin as well. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Adieu's signature Hide all signatures There will be new love from the ashes of us. Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170300 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audioblysk Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 I remember reading that he said he's composed while knackered and it was mostly garbage. I'd imagine if he was using these substances, they are when he's listening back to his tunes or his mates tunes. I have certainly enjoyed his music while on these substances, but I don't think these chemicals have a direct correlation to the how and why of his music. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Audioblysk's signature Hide all signatures "You could always do a Thoreau and walden your ass into a forest." - chenGOD ##### | (.) (.) ] | < / | O / ----- Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170304 Share on other sites More sharing options...
marf Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 drug experiences can change you. just like any upheaval in life. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170310 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terpentintollwut Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 12:56 AM, Snazzell said: I think composing music on drugs or whatever is not using your full potential and is kinda poser-ish. I mean, think about it, you're using a substance to boost ideas and emotions rather than getting them originally. Idk if he does, but if he does, I will be dissapointed. Counter-Perspective: Drugs are mainly the trigger to access something that was inside your head in the first place, why waste time trying to get it by using whatever meticulous method when taking a substance offers you a shortcut to exactly where you want to go? Not saying either one of those views is correct or anything, just pointing that out ... undecided. But hey I'm actually on drugs currently so what do I know lol. On 6/1/2014 at 2:03 AM, Audioblysk said: I remember reading that he said he's composed while knackered and it was mostly garbage yeah I recall that too from somewhere ... Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170314 Share on other sites More sharing options...
YO303 Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 omg mind=blown Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terpentintollwut Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 (edited) Mind-Blowjob edit: Ever had music give you a mind-blowjob? I didn't, but I had a couple of old Backstreet Boys tracks mind-beat me off in a dirty hallway the other day. It was rad. Edited June 1, 2014 by Terpentintollwut Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170318 Share on other sites More sharing options...
doublename Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 Prince sucked off my mind like I had a gun to his head. Those were the days, eh? Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170332 Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke viia Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 (edited) On 6/1/2014 at 1:07 AM, Snazzell said: On 6/1/2014 at 12:58 AM, Chris Toffer said: Pretty sure in interviews he's said he does take psychedelics but doesn't compose while under the influence of them. Apparantly the Expert Knob Twiddlers album with Mike P may have been composed while taking LSD. The result isn't very good. And ye, what peteisfat said. Peeps tryna find reasons for RDJ being such a boss. Some think its the gear, others drugs. m8 its all his brain Yeah how do you even compose a track while under the influence? have you ever even been far as decided to use even go want to do more look like? it's not hard Edited June 1, 2014 by luke viia Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide luke viia's signature Hide all signatures GHOST: have you killed Claudius yet HAMLET: no GHOST: why HAMLET: fuck you is why im going to the cemetery to touch skulls [planet of dinosaurs - the album [bc] [archive]] Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170334 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Empirix Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 1:24 AM, AdieuErsatzEnnui said: He most likely uses uppers like high doses of caffeine (confirmed), cocaine, prescription amphetamines (semi-confirmed), nootropics and/or smart drugs. Also, he probably composes quite a bit while stoned (semi-confirmed). Your nuts! Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170371 Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerwolf Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 Richard makes brain-melting tunes while in his y-fronts, eating his bowl of cornflakes. It's that easy. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170375 Share on other sites More sharing options...
zkom Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K27Br-qKLs Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide zkom's signature Hide all signatures electro mini-album Megacity Rainfall "cacas in igne, heus" - Emperor Nero, AD 64 Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170377 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klopjob Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 I've tried composing on weed a few times, I find that my perception that "Everything is so fucking delicious right now" most of the time means my taste level goes way down, I listen the next day and it really lacks melody or a whole frequency band is gone, or i've basically made a mix with a smiley face EQ or whatever because I was too overwhelmed by smaller details which the normal person just wouldn't listen for. On the other hand it's an amazing tool to just listen back to already mixed ideas with a drug induced perspective, but I find every project I have called "stoned mix" just makes me go "Wtf was I thinking?" I think as a music producer/engineer you should aim to kind of mimic your audience to get as similar perspective on music, so it depends on how many people listen to your music while high, reggae and progressive rock almost demand a little bit of weed while working. That's my two cents. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170379 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gravity Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 1:16 PM, Klopjob said: or i've basically made a mix with a smiley face EQ lol Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170380 Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcock Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 i like to write tunes after ive been out taking mandy all night, truely it increases my creativity tenfold, and my workflow speeds up aswell. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170385 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Ooze Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 On 6/1/2014 at 12:44 AM, MassfreeKid said: It seems to never be seriously discussed, but Aphex has most probably composed tons of music under the influence of psychedelics and perhaps still does, who knows. Most of his pre-drukqs music is very psychedelics-friendly, according to many online psychonauts. He has talked here and there about his personal experience with psychedelics, and so did Luke and Squarepusher. To which degree do you think that psychedelics were influential in the invention of Braindance? Aren't psychedelics braindancing tools? rob and sean said they were influenced by psychedelics but it is impossible 2 create good music while under the influence the memory is enough. HAB and Drukqs are one of the most intense albums on shrooms i heard and it sounds like he locked himself in the studio for month's tripping his nutsack off and fighting his demons but i don't think he made the music under the influence Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Ivan Ooze's signature Hide all signatures On 2/26/2015 at 9:39 AM, RupturedSouls said: This drugs makes me feel like I'm on song! On 9/1/2014 at 5:50 PM, StephenG said: I'm hardly a closed minded nun. Remember, I'm on a fucking IDM forum.... an IDM forum.. Think about that for a second before claiming people are closed minded nuns. Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/83624-aphex-twin-lsd-thc-and-psilocybin/#findComment-2170386 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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