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Cocteau Twins' 'Treasure': An Example Of Beauty

The Scottish band's 1984 album is a gorgeous piece of art.

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Cocteau Twins' 'Treasure': An Example Of Beauty

Beauty is a fascinating part of life, and it comes in a variety of different forms. It can be represented, for example, by a flower that you saw on your way to the supermarket. Beauty can be looking at a full moon on a clear night, or it can be the intimate moments you share with a friend. Beauty is special for many reasons, and it adds so much to the world. Everyone needs to experience beauty in their life, and listening to Cocteau Twins' 1984 album, "Treasure," is one way of doing that.

One reason for the beauty of "Treasure" is Elisabeth Fraser's vocals. She is known for her celestial vocals and indecipherable lyrics, and "Treasure" solidifies that reputation. Fraser's vocals float over the album in a gorgeous manner, and the unintelligible nature of her voice leads to an exquisite experience in hearing her vocals. Fraser sounds like a siren that came from another dimension entirely, and she shows how graceful the human voice can be.

The instrumentation is excellent as well. On "Treasure," Robin Guthrie's bright, radiant guitars create luxurious symphonies that are a joy to hear. The guitars have a consistently divine quality to them, and the marvelous usage of special effects results in unbelievably gorgeous soundscapes. The guitars are supported by Simon Raymonde's gelatinous bass lines and massive drums, which give "Treasure" a base to support itself on. All of these elements combine into lavish music that washes over the listener with extravagant textures.

Finally, the production of "Treasure" is astounding. Whereas 1983's "Head Over Heels" was muddy and swampy, "Treasure" is confident and clear. The production makes the album jump out at the listener, and it draws them into the mystical world that "Treasure" creates. The album has an ethereal and dreamy sound to it, as well as a lively feeling that permeates its songs. "Ivo" and "Lorelei" are examples of "Treasure"'s superb production, and the songs sound lovely and bright as a whole. The production lets us listen in awe of the overwhelming and, at times, spiritual layers that surround "Treasure."

In conclusion, "Treasure" is what beauty sounds like in musical form. Elisabeth Fraser's unintelligible vocals are heavenly and unique, and they are among the most stunning sounds that a listener could hear. Dazzling guitars, gluey bass lines and huge drums combine to make elegant music. The production makes "Treasure" into a luminous delight, and it makes the album sound bright and glossy. "Treasure" is a vivid adventure for listeners to encounter, and it is one of Cocteau Twins' best albums.

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