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Cocteau Twins

Formed: 1979 in Grangemouth, Scotland

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Disbanded: 1997

Genre: Rock

Styles: Alternative Pop/Rock, Dream Pop, Ambient Pop, Post-Punk

Group Members: Elizabeth Fraser, Robin Guthrie, Simon Raymonde, Will Heggie

Biography: A group whose distinctly ethereal and gossamer sound virtually defined the enigmatic image of the record label 4AD, Cocteau Twins were founded in Grangemouth, Scotland, in 1979. Taking their name from an obscure song from fellow Scots Simple Minds, the Cocteaus were originally formed by guitarist Robin ...Read full biography

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Treasure

Released: 1984

Label: Alliance

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The opening two numbers of Treasure are simply flawless, starting with "Ivo," where gently strummed guitar and low bass support Fraser's singing; then suddenly added, astonishing chimes and steady percussion ...Read full review

Head Over Heels

Released: 1983

Label: Vinyl 180

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Losing original member Heggie might at first have seemed a troubling blow, but in fact it allowed the duo of Fraser and Guthrie to transcend the darkened one-note gloom of Garlands with Head Over Heels. ...Read full review

More Cocteau Twins albums: Main Albums (9), Compilations (12), Singles & EPs (20), Others (4)

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