"A Kissed Out Red Floatboat"-Cocteau Twins cover by Ashen Ringlets

[@citroenboter]

Genuinely impressive how well you captured the sound. Your voice is incredible. I don't think I've seen someone successfully and respectfully cover Cocteau Twins before. It's beautiful.

[@AshenRinglets]

Wow, thank you!

[@mithluinluis]

I come back often just to admire how good this is.

[@Erny_Module]

and it really is extraordinarily good, captures and understands everything of the original, and makes it new again.

[@Guñinguñinpupuchurro]

I never thought I would ever appreciate a cover of a Cocteau Twins song, let alone my favorite, but here I am. Deep appreciation for your work 💜

[@fabriziocalistri7445]

tears of joy in my eyes. I'm 61 years old and I loved the Cocteau Twins madly... I thought that magic was lost forever and instead it lives again, continues, illuminates the future.. thank you ❤️

[@DistantTwins-0502]

Your cover of this beautiful song is true to the original, but it's infused with your own flavor and style. Wow-you guys actually brought me to tears. Incredible.

[@ka-yd2xk]

Here’s the thing about the Cocteau Twins, they are unlike anything you’ve ever heard. Completely and wholly original. There really is few bands who are as singular as they are. These artists do a great homage to them, job well done! Excellent!

[@777pusher]

Spot on!!!

[@777pusher]

My comment has always been: “they are their own genre “

[@phlypped]

And thankful I am!

[@robitello]

I've been a Cocteau Twins fan since the 1980s, this cover of yours deserves my congratulations. 👏👏🇧🇷

[@MrBrendanus]

The first convincing cover I've heard, well played.

[@777pusher]

Bought Blue Bell Knoll, at the Navy Mall in Pensacola in early 1989, and fresh out of boot camp. This was the track that I gravitated to! The old b/w video out there is the bomb!!

[@luminol67]

Who covers Cocteau Twins??!! Wow! Angelic voice, lush guitars, you all are an amazing band!

[@AshenRinglets]

Thanks! CT are our favorite band, we do our best to do them justice in our tributes!

[@simonhamid]

This is one of the best CT covers I've heard. You have a beautiful voice.

[@ejaypatricksalas4422]

you don't know how happy i am right now! one of my fave Cocteau Twins songs of all time! Awesome rendition

[@ih8l8nc]

I have to say I think most CT covers are pretty horrid, but you are the best I have ever heard!

[@FabbioVianna]

I agree!

[@777pusher]

This is one of the greatest covers of any band, EVER!!!

[@777pusher]

@Arian Amos yaaaaayyyyy!!! Go criminal type people (libs)!!!!🤔

[@westonturner3987]

I know Im asking randomly but does any of you know a tool to log back into an instagram account..? I was stupid forgot my account password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me.

[@nicochristopher8846]

@Weston Turner instablaster ;)

[@hudsonsicy-etherealworld428]

OMG!!! You almost revived the original sound. If I heard it on some unaware occasion, I wouldn’t have doubted it’s from the CT album.

[@julietblake4684]

I almost didn't click on this, expecting the worst, but this is great. You nailed it!

[@AshenRinglets]

Thank you!

[@_noahrh]

Just jammed to this on my sunny balcony in Mexico… you guys are so freaking talented

[@johnmaguire902]

Easily the best CT cover I’ve heard. There’s a sort of C&W vibe added to the showgaze that makes this version your own.

[@jbEATs5]

Best CT cover I've ever heard. Most sound so awkward trying to force some semblance of Elizabeth's style with cringe-inducing lyrics. This sounded so effortless and beautiful, truly capturing their essence with your own update and style. Lovely.

[@adastra1500]

Nailed it!

[@jcasper2011]

CT"s version of this song gets me every time. This was almost as good. Nice job.

[@madelinemitchell104]

I'm completely stunned. Holy fuck. Instant lifelong fan as of right now, first time listening. Cocteau Twins are my favorite and I always smugly assumed that no one would ever be able to successfully cover them. You have definitely accomplished that! Bravo! And one of my top 5 Twins songs too!!! ♥️

[@orenatz]

You gave me goose bumps well done:)

[@justinsfunthings8263]

honestly, the first and only cocteau twins cover that i didn't find to be cringey and unbearable. this is actually just gorgeous. perfect really. brava.

[@AshenRinglets]

Thanks so much for the comment!

[@jbEATs5]

So agree! Amazing.

[@Mark-P]

I’ve seen the Cocteau Twins live, quite a few times. I’d say this is the best cover I’ve ever heard.

[@AshenRinglets]

Thank you!

[@michaellea3529]

Absolutely beautiful cover version of this song

[@vancewright45]

the vocals at 1:38 sent chills through my soul

[@olivermarston157]

my favourite track from my favourite band! Well done fab cover!!

[@hossfrombonanza]

I won’t cry. But damn, it’s so hard not to do so listening to you ppl. I have no words for such a masterpiece. Amazing!

[@AshenRinglets]

That is such an inspiring comment thanks for sharing your emotion!

[@777pusher]

@@AshenRinglets you, yes, you and your genius counterpart, are so good at confirming to so many of us that always wanted to know, could such brilliance be covered?

[@marvlington]

You guys absolutely nailed it , especially the nuances of Liz Frasers vocals . Amazing x

[@allysonlincoln8175]

WoW!!!! Brought me to tears. Love's easy ones lol...you are amazing!

[@AshenRinglets]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@allysonlincoln8175]

Yes. Fave of your stuff I've been checking out. My ears thank you!

[@CmdrBeavis]

Wow, 100% respectable cover!

[@poxyclypse]

I recommend that you do a Cocteau Twins coda. Cover all of the final tracks of all of their albums. You, clearly, have the talent and the ability.

[@777blueray]

Ashen your voice is so heavenly,dreamy and blissful sounding as you perform another beautiful version of the Cocteau Twins music.I could listen to you sing for hours on end....and your own music is just as good!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AshenRinglets]

Thanks you’re so kind 😀

[@mickodonnell890]

I have to agree 100% here :-)

[@777pusher]

Blueray!!! Coming from pusher!! Word, word, word!!!! One of your too 5 ever (Twins)?

[@777pusher]

One of the most influential tracks in my life!! CT Is easily my favorite band of all time, and I’m 52 yo!

[@777blueray]

@@777pusher One of my favorite of CT pusher..Ashen is amazing!!

[@jensnooters6938]

Perfect! Wish I could sing like that!

[@JamesStaubes]

When you're learning Liz's vocal parts do you just wonder, "How is she so good and how did she come up with these amazing melodies?" Well done.

[@AshenRinglets]

Yes! I’m completely blown away by her creativity, sense of melody, perfect phrasing and movement of the vocals that drive the song... she’s just mind blowing.

[@dharr0]

@@AshenRinglets you do her damn proud gurl!

[@justaguy1451]

Actually the music, melodies were composed by Robin Guthrie, the guitarist. Liz just sings It.

[@2visiondigital]

I do not think many grasp the artist creativity that she put forth. 82 - 96 for the Cocteau Twins alone. It is no wonder to me she needed refuge

[@2visiondigital]

​@@justaguy1451my understanding is the boys passed her the cake and she provided the frosting, lyrics, vocals, overdubs....

[@Ante-dr3hf]

Amazing!!!Very well done!

[@framerdave]

I've been a huge CT/Liz fan since the mid 80s. I've been fortunate to have seen them in concert a couple of times way back when. They are my "If you were stranded on a desert island and could only listen to one band..." band. They are the band whose catalogue I have on random play on Spotify in my store. As a rule, I find anyone who tries to cover Liz guilty of blasphemy. But...wow! I must tip my imaginary hat to you! By far the best cover of my all-time favourite CT song. I was expecting to cringe, but I was most pleasantly surprised. Well done!

[@leonworkman3426]

Kudos lady! I never thought I'd accept a cover but you knocked it out of the park. This music isn't just about the music but the emotion it elicits and you did it. Thank you for using your talents to give tribute!

[@AshenRinglets]

Glad you liked it!!

[@777pusher]

I have no words!!! I love AR so, so much!!!!! This was the CT hook song for me! Please keep them coming!!!

[@dreamlifeds4412]

Another superb cover. Thanx for this unmissable moment.

[@GobiPup]

Does the original proud!

[@jacquismith3293]

I have never dared to listen to a CT cover … but you are amazing!!

[@jtsiren1676]

It's divine. Love these covers, also looking forward to more original music from you both.

[@boyblue80]

this is utterly brilliant! You've captured all the unusual inflexions and sounds and atmosphere completely!

[@FabbioVianna]

Wow! Thank you! You'r saving my quarantine!

[@nicklanier4041]

Wow!!!!! 😮 🙏😍 I love this song, I can believe you covered it so well

[@sudhir_patel]

Just lovely.

[@morenteria2988]

Awesome guys!! You did great!!

[@mickodonnell890]

Yet another absolutely fantastic Cocteaus cover. It's astonishing how effortless you make it look to get to those high pitched notes, just utterly superb! Love it :-)

[@alexanderpatino]

This has to be your best one yet. It's also the first CT song I fell in love with.

[@oceanofmorality]

Yes, yes, yes - anther spot on CT cover. Love it.

[@DjWellDressedMan]

After seeing Cocteau Twins LIVE this is the next best thing, Thank You.

[@AshenRinglets]

Thanks so much!

[@crupert23225]

Once again - SPOT ON!

[@detlefeilers5531]

Amazing cover version 🥰

[@3rdstagenavigator611]

Just love this cover! 💘

[@jeeveswinston2545]

Ok… took me a few. She gets props, big props. Engineer too. Was the chorus that got me. it takes guts to cover Elizabeth and Robin. .

[@kyotocoversjimanderson782]

You guys are so good at these CT tracks!!

[@franzsapka]

Brilliant.

[@texanperry]

You have a lovely voice which is needed to cover the incredible Liz Fraser. I’m immensely impressed with this which is one of my favorite Cocteau Twins songs.

[@alexmichael7997]

Beautiful 💐

[@cvs6961]

Hello, you do this piece much justice. Excellent job folks. Thank you.

[@AshenRinglets]

Thanks very much!

[@carlosalbertotorreszuniga2108]

Still waiting for the full album. Love the Cocteau twins.

[@samblankenship3212]

Wow. I’m not trying to be dramatic, but this teared me up. CT are my life favorites and this cover is gorgeous. The work you put into this is evident, well done.👊❤️

[@AshenRinglets]

That means a lot, thanks so much for your beautiful comment and your beautiful soul!

[@charliez077]

Yeesss another of their very best songs and again you slaaayed!!!! ♡♡♡ how about pearly dewdrops' drops, oomingmak, ella megalast burls forever, donimo, summerhead or the LIVE version of orange appled? 😇

[@AshenRinglets]

I adore Summerhead and orange appled... we will definitely do those at some point! 😀

[@hughiedavies6069]

I love that you do great versions of Elizabeth frazer songs

[@loverrcinema]

I love your covers of cocteau, you are good ♡

[@kevinmole9982]

Wow you did it great stuff

[@HenryProspector]

For some reason I heard this cover before original song. You did it better then original lol.

[@nickchambers11]

I loved every second of this, thank you

[@robhaunui3343]

Brilliant is the only superlative I can use.

[@greggfineguitar]

You nailed it 💯 This song is epic ❤

[@vivianhayes6865]

Great vocal. Music was amazing as well

[@AshenRinglets]

Thanks!

[@auntiesue7173]

& you've done it again . absolutely brilliant. love it

[@mithluinluis]

Amazing cover of my favorite Cocteau Twins song!!

[@MH-jg4lq]

Please move to Maryland so we can see you guys in person! You are terrific! Well done!

[@AshenRinglets]

Maybe! :) Thank you!

[@jM-yx7ii]

Woaw chapeau since the first second very nice cover nice voice !

[@mvy7690]

Very nice!

[@BrandonMilner]

Probably the best Cocteau Covers I've yet heard. We should do a collaboration with my band Like Lightning :)

[@tuberjr]

so ambitious even to attempt a cover. version..............an you made a great job of it well done from the uk.

[@roqueiii645]

great job

[@John-h9m]

You bring me immense pleasure. You have recreated one of the most amazing musical sounds I've ever heard. Your version of Orange Apples is better than the original. If Liz Fraser hasn't already been in touch, you can bet your life she knows about you.

[@seanowens49]

This is beautiful...

[@paristexas72]

Nice job. I agree CT is hard to cover because their music is so subtle and subjective. Bravo. You have a lovely voice

[@AshenRinglets]

thanks a million!

[@ney1926]

You are amazing, I love your videos

[@AshenRinglets]

Thank you so much!

[@foyfighterful]

Impressed...well done. x

[@vancewright45]

wow.. chills

[@AshenRinglets]

thank you so much!

[@vancewright45]

@@AshenRinglets you’re welcome :) forever hoping you one day cover ‘dials’ or ‘iceblink luck’ ❤

[@scottne]

Every time I see a KZbin video of a Cocteau Twins cover, I CRINGE! You have TRULY blown me away this!!!! WOW

[@AshenRinglets]

Hey thanks so much! That's very kind.

[@eastcoastenergy]

AWESOME!!

[@skelznap]

Just sublime!

[@veilenedream5825]

what the fuck holy shit. i really didn't want to watch this bc cocteau twins are my favorite band and no one will ever be that good. but this is amazing.

[@torceridaho]

wow! beautiful...

[@adrianoficarelli9389]

Amazing !

[@cas_per1]

Beautiful.....👌😉

[@mattycilovelucy]

OHHHHHHH MY GAWWWWWD ~~~! !!!... this song was in my head ALLL day today... as all C-twins songs often are... and i came to play "this song " .. and FOUND YOU !!! i have NEVER heard anyone cover them EVER.. aside from Me.. singing along to them lol WoW... i am "MOVED!!!" HOW on Earth did you find the ACTUAL lyrics??? i have what i "THINK " are the true lyrics.. but.. listening to you i am second guessing again. i love that about C-twins music though.. i have to say WOW... you have moved me tonight.. i am like in Tears.. the Good kind... you are BLESSED my Friend!... your voice is amazing... please tell us how you got the lyrics and maybe how you come to want to sing this song? THANK YOU.. you aMaZe Me! Truly, Cocteau's 'other' twin ~ M@ ~

[@AshenRinglets]

thanks so much!!!

[@mattycilovelucy]

@@AshenRinglets its 10 months later... im back on east coast.. HOME.. and this song ...and YOUR version.. always makes me feel that... "home'... i have playlist of JUST YOU going now..... cooking supper... watching snow fall.. beautiful... and like your Voice... Timeless.... just timeless... THank you for being U...(this summer is def going to cosist of T-Shirt with you on it ! !! ). 🙂

[@kwkkekkfhshhdhshe5565]

magnifique!

[@AshenRinglets]

Thank you!

[@JulioFlorentino]

Esta musica é pura magia! O cover ficou fantástico. Parabéns!

[@mhurleymh]

Saw them live in Cardiff Feb 1994. Would love to hear you do Pitch the Baby

[@ethereallad4971]

I'd love to hear you do Lorelei!

[@jomassey5842]

Beautiful! Heavenly...Curious about how you came about The Cocteau twins?

[@AshenRinglets]

Thanks! I've been a fan since I was a teenager when my brother introduced me to them. He was discovering shoegaze bands through the internet back then.

[@susanaremo2686]

Great!!!!!