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Harold Budd, Simon Raymonde, Robin Guthrie, Elizabeth Fraser - The Moon And The Melodies (1986) Music

Posted by uff at Dec. 24, 2014

Harold Budd, Simon Raymonde, Robin Guthrie, Elizabeth Fraser - The Moon And The Melodies (1986)
Rock | 1cd | EAC Rip | Flac + Cue + Log | covers
4AD, CAD 611 CD | rel: 1986 | 180Mb

The Moon and the Melodies is a collaboration between the Cocteau Twins and keyboardist/composer Harold Budd that fits soundly between the stylistic signatures of the two, both of whom make organic music that relies heavily on electronics. Budd's use of spacious treated piano and keyboard sounds (influenced by a previous collaborator, Brian Eno) combines with the Cocteau Twins' shimmering waves of guitars and Elizabeth Fraser's layered wordless vocals to create what amounts to a soundtrack to a dream about sleeping, with saxophones courtesy of Richard Thomas (of the now defunct Dif Juz) breathing further life into the music.

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In One Ear: Cocteau Twins, Ivor Raymonde and Me eBooks & eLearning

Posted by IrGens at May 7, 2025

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Cocteau Twins - Complete Studio Albums 1982-1996 (8CD) [Non-Remastered Releases] Music

Posted by Designol at May 25, 2025

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 Guthrie and bassist Will Heggie and later rounded out by Guthrie's girlfriend Elizabeth Fraser, an utterly unique performer whose swooping, operatic vocals relied less on any recognizable language than on the subjective sounds and textures of verbalized emotions.

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Fionn Regan - Albums Collection 2006-2012 (4CD) Music

Posted by Designol at Jan. 23, 2023

Fionn Regan (born 1981) is an Irish folk musician and singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Bray, Regan came to prominence with the release of his debut studio album, The End of History in 2006. He had been releasing extended plays for six years on independent record labels prior to the album's release. Regan's second studio album, The Shadow of an Empire was released in 2010 to positive reviews and his third studio album, 100 Acres of Sycamore, was released in 2011. His fourth studio album, The Bunkhouse Vol. 1: Anchor Black Tattoo, was released in 2012.

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The Duke Spirit - Kin (2016) Music

Posted by SERTiL at May 11, 2016

The Duke Spirit's new album 'KIN' Recorded in early 2015 in East London with long time collaborator and Producer Simon Raymonde, KIN signals a subtle shift in dynamic for the band. "Brimming with new sounds amid a vibrant energy, flecked with sublimely delicate, intimate spaces, and as such feels like a landmark recording for a band that are now in their 12th year" according to Raymonde (Bella Union / Coctueau Twins). The album features guest appearances from Mark Lanegan, Sam Windett (Archie Bronson Outfit), Terry Edwards (PJ Harvey/Gallon Drunk), Hackneys Deep Throat Choir, Mara Caryle, as well as some tender piano courtesy of Mr Raymonde.

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Lowly - Heba (2017) Music

Posted by delpotro at April 2, 2017

Lowly - Heba (2017)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+log+.cue) | 00:40:31 | 240 Mb
Art-Rock, Electronic, Indie, Progressive Rock, Female Vocal | Label: Bella Union

Bella Union are thrilled to announce Heba, the debut album by hotly-tipped Danish quintet Lowly – as uniquely sensual, rhythmic and mesmerising a brand of modern pop as you’ll hear in 2017: restlessly inventive, exquisitely melodic, and defying easy categorisation.

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Cocteau Twins - Treasure (1984/2018) [Official Digital Download] Vinyl & HR

Posted by HDV at Dec. 11, 2023

Cocteau Twins - Treasure (1984/2018)
FLAC (tracks) 24-bit/44,1 kHz | Time - 41:35 minutes | 372 MB
Studio Master, Official Digital Download | Artwork: Front cover

"Treasure" is the third studio album by Scottish alternative rock band Cocteau Twins. It was released on 1 November 1984 by 4AD. With this album, the band settled on what would, from then on, be their primary lineup: vocalist Elizabeth Fraser, guitarist Robin Guthrie and bass guitarist Simon Raymonde. This new lineup also coincided with the development of the ethereal sound associated with the band's music.

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Cocteau Twins - Blue Bell Knoll (1988) (2004 Remaster) Music

Posted by uff at Nov. 26, 2014

Cocteau Twins - Blue Bell Knoll (1988) (2004 Remaster)
Rock | 1cd | EAC Rip | Flac + Cue + Log | covers
4AD, GAD 807 CD | rel: 2004 | 275Mb

The first Cocteaus album to feature a full-band lineup since Treasure was also their first full studio record released in America, resulting from the group's stateside deal with Capitol. Much to longtime fans' surprise, the Twins in fact were much more content with Capitol than 4AD, hinting at their eventual full departure from that label. This was all well and good, but the trio's new inspiration didn't fully translate into their work, unfortunately. While Blue Bell Knoll has some striking moments that are pure Cocteaus at their best – the opening title track is especially lovely with a keyboard loop leading into Fraser's ever-wonderful vocals, a light rhythm, and a great final Guthrie solo – it's still the band's least noteworthy release since Garlands.

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Cocteau Twins - Heaven Or Las Vegas (1990) (2004 Remaster) Music

Posted by uff at Dec. 3, 2014

Cocteau Twins - Heaven Or Las Vegas (1990) (2004 Remaster)
Rock | 1cd | EAC Rip | Flac + Cue + Log | covers
4AD, Gad 0012 cd | rel: 2004 | 290Mb

Deciding to scale back the overly pretty sound on Blue Bell Knoll while experimenting with more accessibility – the Twins ended up creating their best album since Treasure. From the start, Heaven… is simply fantastic: on "Cherry-Coloured Funk," Guthrie's inimitable guitar work chimes leading a low-key but forceful rhythm, while Raymonde's grand bass work fleshes it out. Fraser simply captivates; her vocals are the clearest, most direct they've ever been, purring with energy and life.

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Cocteau Twins & Harold Budd - The Moon and the Melodies (Remastered) (1986/2024) Music

Posted by delpotro at Aug. 22, 2024

Cocteau Twins & Harold Budd - The Moon and the Melodies (Remastered) (1986/2024)
WEB FLAC (tracks) - 177 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 89 Mb | 00:37:17
Dreampop, Ethereal, Ambient, Female Vocal | Label: 4AD

On 23rd August, almost forty years after it was initially released, The Moon and the Melodies by Cocteau Twins and Harold Budd is being reissued on vinyl for the first time – remastered, from the original tapes, by Robin Guthrie himself.

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