For me its about being a pioneer. He basically invented IDM and it has a very distinct sound. I know there was others, the orb,detriot techno etc but aphex twin is the one that everyone goes too and considerd IDM when they hear people mention IDM. Also aphex's range is unreal.. he can go from something that anyone would listen too and enjoy down to something only a very select few would enjoy. Most artist today you see do 1 sub-genre and its all they do.
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