COCTEAU TWINS Treasure 1984 UK 4AD 1st PRESS w/INNER MINT
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COCTEAU TWINS Treasure 1984 UK 4AD 1st PRESS w/INNER MINT
COCTEAU TWINSTreasure
UK 4AD (CAD 412) FIRST PRESSING (November 1984) OF THE COCTEAU TWINS' RICH, DEEP, WARM AND UTTERLY GORGEOUS THIRD LP
ONE OF THE FINEST RELEASES OF THE 1980s
THE RECORD IS IN BEAUTIFUL CONDITION AND LOOKS UNPLAYED
PRESSED WITH CUSTOM PICTURE LABELS
MATRIX: CAD 412 A1 X TOWNHOUSE, MPO / CAD 412 B1 X TOWNHOUSE, MPO, TA MATE
THE LP IS HOUSED IN A MATT AND SILKY TEXTURED SLEEVE
COMPLETE WITH THE ORIGINAL PICTURE INNER SLEEVE
The opening two numbers of Treasure are simply stunning starting with "Ivo," where gently strummed guitar and low bass support Fraser's singing; then suddenly added, astonishing chimes and steady percussion build up to a jaw-dropping Guthrie guitar solo.
Topping that would be hard for anyone, but in "Lorelei," the Twins do it, with an introductory, breathtaking guitar surge leading into one of Fraser's best vocals, compelling in both its heavenly and earthly tones and rolls.
Not a word may be understandable, but it isn't necessary, while the music, driven on by a pounding rhythm, is as perfect a justification of digital delay pedals and the like as can be found.
As Treasure continues, the accomplished variety is what stands out the most, whether it be the gentle, futuristic-medieval pluckings on "Beatrix," the understated moody washes and Fraser whispers on "Otterley," the upbeat guitar lines of "Aloysius," or the slightly jazzy touches on "Pandora."
And the record ends on the peak with which it began. "Donimo" starts with a mysterious mix of mock choir sounds, ambient echoes and noises, and Fraser's careful singing before finally exploding into one last heavenly wash of powerful sound; Guthrie's guitar, Raymonde's steady bass, and drum machine smashes provide the perfect bed for Fraser's final, exultant vocals.
Treasure lives up to its title and then some as a thorough and complete triumph
Side 1:
Ivo (3:53)
Lorelei (3:42)
Beatrix (3:11)
Persephone (4:24)
Pandora (For Cindy) (5:31)
Side 2:
Amelia (3:29)
Aloysius (3:26)
Cicely (3:27)
Otterley (3:59)
Donimo (6:11)
LABELS: MINT
An immaculate set of labels free from any spindle traces. Looks unplayed
VINYL Visual: NEAR MINT
Both surfaces shine like new and even under bright light there is barely a mark to be seen
VINYL Audio: MINT
Plays like new throughout with superb sound quality and nothing to fault.
No clicks, ticks or pops and beautifully clean
SLEEVE: NEAR MINT
The cover is as crisp, clean, sharp and fresh as the day it was made with nothing but a bump to the top corner
INNER SLEEVE: NEAR MINT
Again, like new with some record pressure on the side edge but not split
POST & PACKING:
A PROTECTIVE POLY SLEEVE, NEW ANTI-STATIC LINERS, QUALITY BOX (NOT ENVELOPE) MAILER AND AMPLE STIFFENERS ARE ALWAYS USED TO ENSURE THAT YOUR RECORD ARRIVES SAFELY
UK: £5.00 (Recorded Delivery)
UK: £11.00 (Royal Mail Special Delivery Next Day by 1pm)
EUROPE: Airmail: £15.00 (International Signed For delivery)
INTERNATIONAL: Airmail: £20.00 (International Signed For delivery)
Combined Post: Additional records £1 (UK) £2 (Europe including Russia) £3 (International)
Guarantee: All records are unconditionally guaranteed (including sealed and/or unplayed) and I will offer a complete, no quibble refund upon return of the item should you not be pleased with it in any way
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856 (GS 7.0.20 (856))
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