Elusive DJ Aphex Twin wins Grammy with return

Elusive DJ Aphex Twin wins Grammy with return

Aphex Twin, the elusive British electronic artist known for his innovative and abstract orchestrations, won a Grammy on Sunday for "Syro," his first studio album in 13 years. Aphex Twin, whose real name is Richard David James, is one of the biggest forces behind so-called "intelligent dance music," or IDM, which encourages improvisation and a breakbeat style, as opposed to the linear, repetitive beats in mainstream dance music. Aphex Twin has rejected the IDM label, seeing it as patronizing to imply that other electronic artists are not intelligent, although he has become a favorite among fans of more inventive dance music. Aphex Twin makes few public appearances and did not show up to receive the trophy.