LPCDreissues: Looking forward to the past

Nick Cave (born 1957) is an Australian singer, songwriter, author, and composer, best known as the frontman of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. He is widely regarded as one of the most intense and literary figures in modern music.

Cave first emerged in the late 1970s with the post-punk band The Birthday Party, known for their chaotic, confrontational sound. In the 1980s, he formed the Bad Seeds, where his style evolved into a darker, more atmospheric blend of rock, blues, and art music.

Beyond music, Cave is also an accomplished writer (novels like And the Ass Saw the Angel) and has composed film scores, often collaborating with Warren Ellis.

Overall, Nick Cave’s work stands out for its emotional depth, storytelling, and unique blend of darkness and beauty, making him a highly influential artist across multiple decades.

Track Listing:

• Deanna 3:46
• Red Right Hand 4:48
• Straight To You 4:35
• Tupelo 5:12
• Nobody's Baby Now 3:53
• Stranger Than Kindness 4:42
• Into My Arms 4:14
• (Are You) The One That I've Been Waiting For? 4:06
• The Carny 8:01
• Do You Love Me? 4:37
• The Mercy Seat 5:08
• Henry Lee 3:56
• The Weeping Song 4:20
• The Ship Song 4:42
• Where The Wild Roses Grow 3:57
• From Her To Eternity 5:32