Description
Cocteau Twins – Stars and Topsoil – A Collection 1982-1990 – Double Vinyl Record
Stars and Topsoil: A Collection (1982–1990) is a compilation album by the Scottish alternative rock band Cocteau Twins. Released in 2000, this compilation album serves as a retrospective of the band’s music, featuring a selection of tracks from their earlier releases spanning the 1980s.
Cocteau Twins are known for their ethereal and dreamy sound, characterized by the unique vocals of Elizabeth Fraser, Robin Guthrie’s atmospheric guitar work, and the use of effects and production techniques that create a lush and otherworldly sonic landscape.
The compilation includes tracks from some of Cocteau Twins’ seminal albums, such as “Garlands,” “Treasure,” “Head over Heels,” and “Blue Bell Knoll,” as well as other EPs and singles. Some of the standout tracks featured on “Stars and Topsoil” include “Pearly-Dewdrops’ Drops,” “Lorelei,” and “Heaven or Las Vegas.”
The album showcases Cocteau Twins’ ability to craft music that transcends conventional genres, often described as dream pop or shoegaze, and their impact on the alternative music scene. Elizabeth Fraser’s distinctive and emotive vocals, sung in a non-lexical style, add an extra layer of mystery and beauty to the band’s sound.
Stars and Topsoil is not only a great introduction to Cocteau Twins’ music but also a comprehensive overview of their work during the 1980s. It’s a testament to the band’s ability to create music that remains timeless and continues to resonate with listeners even years after its initial release.
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic
4AD Records
Track Listing
Blind Dumb Deaf
Sugar Hiccup
My Love Paramour
Pearly-Dewdrops’ Drops
Lorelei
Pandora
Aikea-Guinea
Pink Orange Red
Pale Clouded White
Lazy Calm
The Thinner The Air
Orange Appled
Cico Buff
Carolyn’s Fingers
Fifty-Fifty Clown
Iceblink Luck
Heaven Or Las Vegas
Watchlar
