Name: Stars and Topsoil - A Collection (1982 - 1990)
Brand: Cocteau Twins

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CAD2K19

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2012-02-06

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PIAS

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Standard:20

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652637001914

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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Cocteau Twins

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New Wave / Post Punk

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Cocteau Twins were a Scottish post-punk/ethereal/dream pop band formed in 1981 in Grangemouth, Falkirk. Known for their unique sound and ethereal vocals, the band captivated audiences with their dreamlike melodies and atmospheric music. With a career spanning over 15 years, Cocteau Twins left an indelible mark on the music industry before disbanding in 1997. Their innovative approach to music continues to inspire artists today.
Throughout their career, Cocteau Twins released numerous critically acclaimed albums, including "Treasure," "Heaven or Las Vegas," and "Blue Bell Knoll." Their distinct blend of post-punk, ethereal, and dream pop genres created a mesmerizing sonic landscape that set them apart from other bands of their time.
Cocteau Twins' enchanting vocals provided by Elizabeth Fraser added another layer of beauty to their music. Her angelic voice combined with Robin Guthrie's atmospheric guitar work and Simon Raymonde's melodic bass lines created a truly magical listening experience.

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crazily limited deluxe, double white heavy vinyl in a gatefold sleeve with printed inner bags. 'stars and topsoil', cocteau twins' collection of the best of their 4ad years, is belatedly issued on vinyl. perfectly suited to the format, there's a greater cohesion to the tracks when they are split into four sides. following their ascent from alternative novices to universally acclaimed artists, 'stars and topsoil' is a fine testament to one of the most original bands to emerge in the last three decades. over a career at 4ad that spanned six albums and seven eps, cocteau twins retained an intriguing uniqueness of style that defied comparison. elizabeth fraser (vocals), robin guthrie (guitars) and simon raymonde (bass guitar) were always fiercely protective of their privacy, preferring to let the music speak for itself; it spoke volumes and continues to do so.from day one cocteau twins had something special; liz's glittering vocals, unintelligible and perfect, robin's edgy guitar, all grounded by simon's bass. this chronological collection is a fitting reminder of why cocteau twins are so important: musical visionaries who transcended convention yet achieved massive international success.

Stars and Topsoil - A Collection (1982 - 1990)

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