Head Over Heels / Sunburst and Snowblind
1984
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Recording Info
Recorded in 1983 at Palladium Studios, Edinburgh, Scotland. Produced by Cocteau Twins and John Fryer. Engineered by Jon Turner.
Track Highlights
- When Mama Was Moth — Features unusual percussion and wordplay in the lyrics.
- Five Ten Fiftyfold — Features a saxophone, a rare element in Cocteau Twins' music.
- Sugar Hiccup — Appears on both *Head Over Heels* and *Sunburst and Snowblind*.
- In Our Angelhood — Has new wave influences.
- From the Flagstones — Features discernible English lyrics.
- Hitherto — Features clangorous sustained guitars.
Personnel
- Elizabeth Fraser (Vocals)
- Robin Guthrie (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Drum Machine, Production)
- Jon Turner (Engineer)
- John Fryer (Producer)
- Ally Gibb (Saxophone on 'Five Ten Fiftyfold')
Significance
*Head Over Heels* is considered an archetype of early ethereal wave music. The album marked a shift towards more coherent song structures while maintaining the band's entrancing atmosphere. Some critics found the album hollow, while others praised Elizabeth Fraser's vocals and the experimental sound. The inclusion of the *Sunburst and Snowblind* EP further solidified the band's unique sound and direction. The album's artwork, designed by 23 Envelope, contributed to the visual identity of the 4AD label. *Head Over Heels* is regarded as a significant album in the Cocteau Twins' discography, showcasing their creativity and experimentation.
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