Although 2 of the tracks ("Phlaps" and "Cunt") appeared on compilations in the 1990s, the actual Caustic Window album's release was canceled.

Money raised from the sale was split evenly between the Kickstarter contributors, Richard D. James and Doctors Without Borders.

Twenty years later, though, we’re hearing it with that aura, that extra bit of longing that comes from how scarce music from James has become.

"[10] Derek Staples of Consequence of Sound wrote that "the greatest gems within this collection highlight James’ foresight into electronic dance music", with "early examples of now trending tech-house ...

This release might not have lived up to the lofty standards of the label, yet it remains relevant in a community of constant transition.