"James' music reflects a blend of jungle breaks and melodic neoclassical arrangements, recognized as a masterpiece in the electronic music scene."
"I used to love jungle. I still think it's the ultimate genre, really, because the people making it weren't musicians."
"The Return of the DJ comps on the Bomb Hip-Hop imprint had something to say about records as physical objects, an idea James experimented with in his own DJ sets."
"Trois Gymnopédies from French composer Erik Satie showcases a spectral beauty that defies language, highlighting James' diverse musical influences."
In September 1997, Richard D. James toured the U.S. promoting his album Richard D. James Album, recognized for its fusion of jungle and neoclassical music. His reluctance to give interviews contrasts with his earlier openness, as seen in a 1997 interview where he shared his favorite music. His list included albums from Ween, Luke Vibert, and Squarepusher, highlighting a shared obsession with transforming jungle music. Notably, he also included Erik Satie's Trois Gymnopédies, showcasing his appreciation for diverse musical influences.
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