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- Summary: This first U.S. release (a debut album, 'Roulette,' was released in 2001 in the UK only) for the duo of ex-Cocteau Twins guitarist Robin Guthrie and ex-Mono vocalist Siobhan De Mare compiles the contents of three previous EPs along with three new tracks and a video (on a bonus CD-ROM).
- Record Label: Instinct
- Genre(s): Rock, Electronic, Alternative, Trip-Hop
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This is a breath of cognac- and cigarette-scented air on an almost-dead pop scene.
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So it may not be Cocteau Twins II, but it nevertheless is still another top-notch entry in the sound that they created almost two decades ago.
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They so precisely meet your expectations that no matter how good the music might be, you can't help but be disappointed by the sheer dearth of surprises.
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Alternative PressThere are few hooks to grab the ear or inspire repeat listening. [Apr 2002, p.86]
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