"Blue Bell Knoll" by Cocteau Twins fits into the category of "dream pop" quite easily with its psychedelic yet ethereal sound. At the same time, its harpsichord introduction is a very unusual beginning; it sets up a neat framework for the song to operate in. Like their other material this song is beautiful yet still unique, developing at a steady rate throughout the song, rather than transforming in blocks.
"Gwyn, Lord of Cinder" is an elegant piano piece, undisturbed by atonal or disturbing notes; it is marked by tonality that makes it pleasing and beautiful without any reconciliation of opinions of what is pleasing to the ears. At the same time the flow is smooth and without abrupt transitions, much like the baroque music of Bach's era. Dark notes are introduced softly and in an undertone to add to the piece's sound. "Gwyn" is certainly reminiscent of "Aria" by Bach, but this piece definitely holds its own.
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