Garlands

Cocteau Twins

Garlands

RELEASED: September 01, 1982
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Blood Bitch Meaning 4:34 2. Wax and Wane Meaning 4:03 3. But I’m Not Meaning 2:42 4. Blind Dumb Deaf Meaning 3:56 5. Shallow Then Halo 5:14 6. The Hollow Men Meaning 5:03 7. Garlands Meaning 4:29 8. Grail Overfloweth Meaning 5:21
Garlands is the debut studio album by the Scottish alternative rock band Cocteau Twins, released in 1982. The album is characterized by its ethereal sound, blending elements of post-punk and dream pop, featuring lush guitar textures and Elizabeth Fraser's distinctive, haunting vocals. The music creates an otherworldly atmosphere, earning the band a significant place in the shoegaze and ethereal wave genres. Although it did not achieve commercial success upon release, it has since gained a cult following and is regarded as a seminal work that influenced many artists in the alternative and indie music scenes.