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Classic Scottish Albums

Heaven or Las Vegas

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on 6 MusicLatest broadcast: on 6 Music

Davie Scott reveals the stories behind classic Scottish albums.

In this episode Davie chats to Robin Guthrie of the Cocteau Twins about the chaotic sessions for their sixth album, Heaven or Las Vegas, released in 1990, and now acknowledged as a masterpiece. Robin also reveals something of the mystery of the enigmatic lead singer Elizabeth Fraser's extraordinary lyrics and vocal style.

This episode first broadcast in 2007. Show less

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