In One Ear
Cocteau Twins, Ivor Raymonde and Me
(Author) Raymonde Simon Simon RaymondeA Rough Trade Book of the Y earA Resident Book of the Year'A wonderful book' ELTON JOHN'Beautiful, insightful and honest' CILLIAN MURPHY'A love letter to a charmed life lived through music' OBSERVERAs one-third of seminal band Cocteau Twins, Simon Raymonde helped to create some of the most beautiful and memorable albums of the '80s and '90s - music that continues to cast a spell over millions. This is the story of the band, in his w ords.Beginning with Simon's remarkable childhood and exploring his relationship with his father, Ivor Raymonde (the legendary producer, musician and arranger for acts such as the Walker Brothers and songwriter for artists including Dusty Springfield), the book will journey through the musician's rise to prominence and his time with Cocteau Twins and This Mortal Coil.It will also chart the successful career he has forged running his own label, Bella
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Simon Raymonde is a British musician and record producer best known for his work as the bass guitarist and keyboard player in the iconic dream-pop band Cocteau Twins. His ethereal and atmospheric musical style influenced a generation of artists. Raymonde's haunting melodies and lush soundscapes continue to inspire listeners worldwide.