Simon Raymonde is a British musician and record producer, best known as the bassist for the alternative rock band Cocteau Twins. He joined the band in the early 1980s and contributed to their distinctive sound, characterized by ethereal vocals and lush instrumentation. The band gained a cult following and influenced many artists in the dream pop and shoegaze genres. After the Cocteau Twins disbanded in 1997, Raymonde founded the record label Bella Union, which has signed various successful artists. He has also worked as a producer and collaborated with numerous musicians, further establishing his reputation in the music industry.