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Rock & Pop: What are your thoughts on Cocteau Twins?

Rock & Pop, how do you feel about Cocteau Twins? Personally, I'd say that they are a fantastic band. I will admit that it took a while for me to get into Cocteau Twins, but I can honestly say that I love them now. Whenever I listen to them, I'm always blown away by Liz Fraser's impeccable vocals. I don't know what she's trying to say most of the time, but I can overlook that, because of the beautiful, mesmerizing & heavenly singing that she does. Liz Fraser has a voice that is expressive, delicate & powerful all at once, and Robin Guthrie's guitar work utilizes an array of effects to create a gorgeous sound. Cocteau Twins turn the guitar into an aural projection of heaven itself, and I love how they incorporated elements of post-punk & even gothic rock on their earlier albums (i.e. Head Over Heels & Treasure). Overall, I'd say that Cocteau Twins are an amazing band, and they were undoubtedly pioneers of dream pop.

BQ: Favorite songs by Cocteau Twins?

BQ2: In general, what are your thoughts on Robin Guthrie, as a guitarist?

BQ3: It has been said, that Cocteau Twins were an influence on shoegaze. What is your take on this?

BQ4: For those of you that like and/or love Cocteau Twins: Why do you like them so much, and what parts of their sound attract you to them?

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  • Anonymous
    3 years ago
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    Yes to all

  • That they'd had a Cocteau or three.

  • Anonymous
    3 years ago

    I just thought they had a very nice sound but I never followed them particularly closely

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