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Cocteau Twins

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Scottish three‑piece best known for Elizabeth Fraser's vocalizations and Robin Guthrie's reverb‑drenched guitars; central to dream‑pop and related 1980s scenes.

Associated with the 4AD label; key members include Elizabeth Fraser, Robin Guthrie and Simon Raymonde. Noted for ethereal vocals, layered reverb guitars, and influence on dream‑pop and later shoegaze.

DeBaser reviews consistently praise the Cocteau Twins' dream‑pop sound, Elizabeth Fraser's distinctive vocalizations, and Robin Guthrie's lush, reverb‑laden guitars. Treasure is frequently highlighted as a landmark album; Victorialand and Blue Bell Knoll are also often singled out. The reviews note ties to dark wave, post‑punk origins, and the band's influence on later dream‑pop and shoegaze.

For:Fans of dream‑pop, dark wave and 1980s alternative; listeners who like ethereal vocals and reverb‑heavy guitar textures.

 The mystical tide of the dream overwhelms my senses.

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 "Treasure" is recognized as one of the fundamental albums of the New Wave.

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 "you don’t need a producer, you know exactly how the music should sound, you should do it yourselves"

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