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Head over Heels

Cocteau Twins · 1983

36 min · 10 tracks · post-punk · gothic rock · dream pop

Ethereal textures and dreamlike melodies intertwine with haunting vocals to create a profound sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamlike melodies for relaxation
  • haunting vocals evoke introspection
  • for late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 31, 1983, 'Head over Heels' is the Cocteau Twins' third studio album, following their breakthrough release 'Treasure'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their signature sound, combining lush instrumentation with Elizabeth Fraser's distinctive vocals, which helped define the dream pop genre.
Stylistic neighbors
This Mortal Coil· Lush· Slowdive

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 When Mama Was Moth 3:04
  • 2 Five Ten Fiftyfold 5:00
  • 3 Sugar Hiccup 3:40
  • 4 In Our Angelhood 2:59
  • 5 Glass Candle Grenades 2:44
  • 6 In the Gold Dust Rush 3:39
  • 7 The Tinderbox (of a Heart) 4:56
  • 8 Multifoiled 2:36
  • 9 My Love Paramour 3:40
  • 10 Musette and Drums 4:36

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