Yes and no. I sometimes don't want everyone to know about him. Just us guys. I know that's stupid but..... How can I say this... It's almost like I know a secret that most don't deserve to know? Stupid huh?
I recommend doing this for: Lou Reed, Brian Eno, Tom Waits, The Cure, David Bowie, Bauhaus/Peter Murphy, Swans, Sonic Youth, Stereolab, Yo La Tango, Dead Can Dance, Cocteau Twins, and the biggest challenge of them all, The Fall.
i don't usually comment on stuff, but as a Nick Cave fan of far too many years, I have to say that what you did here, my friend, was brilliant. Furthermore, it is a testament to the greatness of my favorite lyricist. The eloquence with which you describe songs, and the intelligence and the flow of your thoughts are a treat. If Nick Cave were to watch this, he would be honored. Thanks.
I want to have coffee with this guy! He does a fantastic job of chronicling all the music of Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds. And he gives an astute and articulate analysis of the genius of Nick Cave as a writer and musician.
I generally don't like double albums much as I always end up thinking it would be more enjoyable if the weaker stuff was cut, but it's one of the few exceptions for me where there really isn't any weaker stuff. Looking forward to your thoughts on Skeleton Tree.
i dont think it is his best, cause there are also so much more other great albums to love. i think my favorite is GHOSTEEN, and you may like it, and yes, i know, it wasn't released the time you wrote this. i also like Push The Sky Away, and Let Love In on the place two and three.
16:36 I actually worked a wedding (I'm a wedding videographer) and there was a couple who actually used "Into My Arms" as their first dance song, and it was absolutely beautiful, I had to hold back tears. Fantastic song
Man, you stunned me. For real. I truly liked that you've been talking for about half an hour!! Nick is one of my favourite performers. Keep it up! I'll be watching!
I'm glad you didn't think it was too long! I was editing it thinking 'holy shit everyone is going to fall asleep halfway through!' Thanks for the kind words, lots more videos on the way!
Nick Cave is probably my favourite songwriter ever. I'm a singer/songwriter myself and his style of lyricism is a huge influence on me, along with people like Roger Waters, David Bowie, Mike Patton and Morrissey. I think my personal favourite Bad Seeds record is probably No More Shall We Part, I just find it to be a perfect album, and Skeleton Tree is so heartbreaking, I nearly teared up when I first heard Girl In Amber. Truly a one-of-a-kind musician in every sense. I also agree with you about O Children, that song is beautiful, probably my favourite song by Cave, either that or Hallelujah. He's got so many great songs it's hard to decide. Great video, looking forward to seeing who you do for the next one.
I genuinely feel like people that have lived alongside Nick's music have had the opportunity to explore something very eye opening, very beautiful and very unique. I love that your favourite record is No More Shall We Part, again it just proves his work is so diverse that everyone has a different take on it. Thanks for watching mate, I have a few good ideas for the next video
Great video. I just decided to dig into Nick Cave's discography after being completely stunned by Ghosteen, which is staggering and incredible. I always thought of him as sort of a goth from "The Mercy Seat" or "Red Right Hand" but honestly I haven't really known more of his music than a few tracks. But Ghosteen just completely blew me away. I know it's about the tragic loss of his son, but something about the album feels far more universal to me. I can't help thinking of the record as a sort of elegy to the world we thought we lived in before the onrushing chaos that is consuming it began. Yeah, that universal.
Usually, in music as in photography, I suspect people who want to give a "Guide To", because often they sound presumptuous. Now, as a 37 year old guy who's been listening to Nick Cave for the last 22 years, it was great to hear your thoughts on him and I definitely agree with everything you said. Congratulations :)
Thanks a lot Carlos, that means a lot to me. I wanted to make sure the guide had as much info as possible without rambling on for too long, so hopefully I achieved that! Thanks for watching!
You just made me remember, "Let love in" was my introduction to Nick Cave,. And what an introduction it was! Life changing, no exaggeration here. Thank you so much for this stunning summary, wonderful job! I need to make sure my daughters see it asap :)
"It feels like the band is still trying to find their feet." Wow. 'Your Funeral, My Trial' is my favourite! The way the band plays here sounds very, very original to me. Such a beautiful, rambling, sweaty, organic, dirty sound. Blixa Bargeld is brilliant on this record. The atmosphere is breathtaking. Quintessential album really, to me. I'm also a fan of Kicking Against The Pricks: such a surprising, varied, fun record. I guess I have a bit of a similar thing with Sonic Youth's output: despite all the classic and often brilliant music from later on, the stuff from the eighties sounds most compelling and fresh to me. And it's not a question of nostalgia, since I discovered both Cave's and SY's music the second half of the nineties only. In the earlier albums I just hear more raw, urgent, unfiltered talent and originality. Later on the music and the productions become more ... streamlined, I guess, but not necessarily better (at least to my ears). Anyway, great channel, enjoying it, thanks, cheers.
Your Funeral, My Trial was such an amazing and cohesive album during that era of The Bad Seeds, and is best enjoyed in one sitting. I think that’s when they really “matured”, and while I love Tender Prey it feels like a bit more of a hodgepodge. Not to mention, Cave himself even considers there to be some poor production and performances and Tender Prey due to personal issues.
I grew up in the Australian punk/post punk scene and had the privilege of seeing Birthday Party live on many occasions, Nick certainly changed the course of my life. My most fond memory was when Birthday party toured with Screamin' J Hawkins and he and Nick did a duet on stage
beautiful, beautiful. you said everything i havent been able to explain aloud. THANK YOU. nick cave is my favorite artist ever. i was introduced in 2012. the first song i ever heard was Sweetheart Come, i cried for a good while after the song ended. havent been able to get enough of his voice and the bad seeds since. truly an amazing amazing artist and the bad seeds of course
This is a fantastic video! Massive thanks for expertly illustrating my favorite artist of all time. Your descriptive narrative is beautiful and enthralling. I'm certainly looking forward to your next video!
Just started listening to Nick today after watching his documentary about the last album. I feel that I’m getting into something really big. Really helpful video btw.
this is more than just an informative video...this is a service provided....a superb bit of work this, and i am sure a gift to a lot of people.....thank you
+dougm1971 wow thank you mate, I really appreciate that. I love being able to talk about such brilliant artists and you guys enjoying it. If you have any suggestions for future videos, let me know!
You have done the best overview of any artist anywhere in any medium. I wish I was as articulate as you so that I could more meaningfully convey my appreciation of your work covering one of my favorite artists. If I am on Death Row and can only listen to one album before I go, it would have to be Dig Lazarus Dig-a perfect album to my untrained ear. Your review has motivated me to listen to the entire discography. Thank you!
Lance that is very high praise, I'm not sure I deserve it but I certainly do appreciate you saying it, thank you so much! DLD is undoubtedly a great record, I certainly wouldn't want to listen to The Mercy Seat on Death Row that's for sure!
Push the Sky Away is my favorite Nick Cave album, but I think The Mercy Seat is my favorite song of his. It gives me chills every single time. Completely and totally brilliant
NERDGASM ALERT: can I just say a huge "Thank You!" for this excellent video really enjoyed the passionate and nano detailed education great use of language and the editing is spot on totally stoked to have found this today
Hi I actually went to Rowlands funeral in Melbourne Australia and there was a lot of love and people who wanted to bring joy to the occasion. He would have enjoyed the fuss
I knew Roland over his final years. His partner at the time was a great friend of mine. His solo work is brilliant. The way he was treated by doctors was a disgrace. Huge Australian talent lost forever.
This is one of the most refreshing insights into music I've seen in a long time. Not only is the information regarding the Bad Seeds insightful, but the use of music jargon shows true knowledge of the subject. I look forward to watching more of these videos and listening to any accompanying playlists you offer.
Finally someone agrees with me on Tender Prey! I always argue that it's better than Your Funeral My Trial, but it seems like Bad Seeds fans won't have it!
The Mercy Seat is the most shattering song I've ever heard with an emotional depth akin to the darkest of classic blues. Overall, a brilliant analysis with extraordinary attention to detail! FWIW I love the Good Son. I have been a fan since Tender Prey, but my knowledge of Nick's catalog is very spotty.
Tender Prey and Your funeral l my trial are the best cos they were eerie and had a sense of menace about them however Let love in really pushed things up and there was not a bad track on that record
Hard to pick a single favourite, but if pressed to pick two it would be "Tender Prey" and "The Boatman's Call". "The Mercy Seat" blew me away when I was young and continues to do so to this day. And don't fret, "Into my Arms" and "People Ain't No Good" have brought me to tears too. Great video. Keep em coming!
I'm glad it's just not me then when it comes to Boatman's Call. That record is EMOTIONAL. Fuck knows what I'm going to be like with Skeleton Tree... Thanks mate, if there are any guides to artists you would be interested in seeing let me know!
What a clever and complete comment about Cave and BS’s albums. I do agree that Nocturama is the only album which lacks of inspiration. All the comments are acute, precise and full of understanding of Cave’s genius. How many artists can produce such quality albums and succeed in a new approach every time? IMO « no more shall we part » is large better than the comment: romantic, freaky and a tremendous mastering of chaos on some tracks. Thx very much for this video
This is probably the first time the youtube autoplay algorithm (after a solid week of purely watching Nick Cave songs) gave me content that was innovative, vibrant and well executed. And it happened to be about my all time favourite artist. My most played playlist on itunes, basically consists of all the songs you've mentioned + other favourites like We Real Cool, Easy Money, etc... I've struggled with explaining to my (rather basic) friends why I listen to macabre songs about murders and blues named after emerging physics theories, and this sums it up eloquently in a way I never could. Looking forward to watching your Skeleton Tree review!
It's great to hear RUclips is managing to put this video out to people who are interested. Wow, RUclips does something competent finally haha! I appreciate the kind words Dan, look out for the Skeleton Tree review tomorrow!
Great to hear this review of his discography. The Grinderman albums are essential NC stuff IMHO. Skeleton Tree is very chilling & haunting, with NC's vocals, ever so full of emotion, going to another level and displaying a absolute sense of connectedness and fragility (even though much of the material was partly developed before the tragedy of his son's passing). If you want another subject.....The Cure wouldn't be a bad place to visit.
Oooh I love the idea of doing a Cure Guide, I'll add that to the rapidly expanding list! Like your comments with re: Skeleton Tree, it certainly is something special
Very well done. I am subscribed and looking forward to more of your vids. Push the Sky Away is my favorite, but after listening to Skeleton Tree yesterday I just don't know anymore.... hope you do a review on it.
Thank you Oliver! I saw this link and thought, "How could anyone cover all of Nick Cave's incredible library?" But you did! And brilliantly so I have to say! I listened straight through to the end and agree with most all you say -(though "Your Funeral My Trial" is a personal favourite) Like you, my intro to the band was "Murder Ballads" - a shockingly brilliant, moving,terrifying, and surprisingly hilarious album I think is truly essential. From there I became a devotee - listening onward and backward to all they've done and again, like you, consistently shocked by the range , inventiveness, skill, and creative high wire act that is Nick Cave. His film scores and live shows are truly life-enhancing . Now I'm lost in "Skeleton Tree" - an immensely sad, beautiful, and incredibly hopeful experience - transcendent. ( And that it could only have been done by the same man who wrote "Scum" only serves to make me love it all the more) I hope he knows somehow what he means to so many of us. Cheers, Tom.
Great video, it's interesting that I have many of the same favourite albums as you, but I would have highlighted other songs that I personally prefer more. It goes to show just how extensively brilliant Nick Cave's discography is.
I've never heard such an eloquent and beautifully phrased review of not only Nick Cave but just any musician. Having said that, I'm sorry to point out that you made two tiny mistakes you made when describing "Murder Ballads" content. I won't tell what they are and I mentioned it so that my comment is not just a blind praise to an exceptional work you have done on this video. Thank you for that.
Finally getting around to watching this. Nick Cave is possibly my favorite songwriter ever, or at least in the top 3-5. So many good albums. I mean has he ever released a bad album?? Or even anything less than very good? And to top it off, they released 2 of their crowning achievements after this video. Skelton Tree and Ghosteen are my 2nd/3rd favorite Nick Cave albums after Abbatoir Blues.
Hey! Great guide, HOWEVER I’d love to see a follow-up now that Skeleton Tree and Ghosteen have been released, and my GOD, those are a couple albums worth talking about. I think I read that he is working on a new release for 2024, so maybe after that make a follow-up featuring the 3 newer albums and maybe even take that time to touch on some of his film score albums, maybe even include Grinderman…? I’ll stay hopeful. Anyway, I also saw Nick and the Bad Seeds on the Push The Sky Away tour. What a great album and what a great set list for that show at The Ace Hotel here in LA. One of my favorite tracks on that album (and a completely underrated/overlooked gem) is “We Real Cool”. It is so moody and creepy, and live it was pretty amazing. In conclusion, great vid! 🙃
This was really fantastic. I've been listening to different parts of Nick Cave for a while and this was a beautifully eloquent, as well as accurate account of his numerous successes. You really capture the essence of his various sounds. I hope you have inspired some new Bad Seeds fans!
Man, this is the kinda stuff I love. I'm a musician myself, and ever since I started recording my own stuff, I've been really interested in the history surrounding my main musical heroes, and this was really cool! I'd only really listened to From Her To Eternity, Push the Sky Away, Junkyard, Murder Ballads, and a few things from Let Love In, but this was really informative. Great stuff mate.
Murder Ballads was my introduction to Nick Cave, too! I've since purchased "Skeleton Tree", "Abattoir Blues/The Lyre of Orpheus", "Ghosteen" and "Push the Sky Away". I plan to buy more.
Fantastic, a good overview of his work with enough info in there to (hopefully) make people want to explore Cave's music. I'd be interested to hear your take on Elliott Smith's music.
Great summation of IMO the greatest songwriter of all time. Here for a refresher because I'm seeing him for the first time ever in two weeks. Once again, reminded how deep and diverse this man's catalog is.
This is a great channel for my friends to introduce them to some new music who aren't as well-versed as I am, Thanks for putting in the work for me! p.s: The Good Son is my favourite record
While Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds is a name that I've been aware of for much of my life (I'll soon be 35), I really only ever got into them when I first heard Jubilee Street on a local indie radio station. I was immediately hooked. I only own both that album, and also Skeleton Tree. In Prague back in December, I got to see One More Time With Feeling at a local theater with a good friend. Also, prior to that mega trip that took me through Prague, it was announced that Cave & Co would be touring North America this summer, and I got lucky with a ticket for their show in Pittsburgh (the day after seeing U2's 30th anniversary tour for their seminal Joshua Tree album, also in Pittsburgh) in June (and, I may also see them in Prague this Fall, if I find myself there again, inshallah). As Cave has soooooo much music, I have been hesitant to start acquiring more of his older music, as I honestly felt overwhelmed as to where to start. Both this video, as well as Cave & Co's forthcoming, mega (three discs, I think?) best of release will assuredly help to get me started on my musical journey!
Truly brilliant detailing of an artist's discography that has held such significance and has been so seminal in mine and many others lives. It'd be fantastic if you could make a continuation of this series on Bob Dylan, perhaps. I can only imagine the magnitude of information that could be found in that man's career. Thank you for the work.
Thanks a lot mate, really appreciate that. Wow Dylan would probably have to be either an hour long or a two parter, so much brilliant stuff to go through. I've got a lot of artists planned for guides but he'll definitely be one I explore. Thanks for watching!
as someone who is deeply, deeply obsessed with nick cave and all that he does, i pretty much agree with everything you said, and found this quite an awesome guide. perfect for any new comers to his work, and a nice treat for devoted fans!
Been waiting for a video like this forever; love to see more soon! Personally, I'd consider their "Golden Run" to start with "Tender Prey" as opposed to "Henry's Dream", mainly because I massively enjoy "The Good Son" and the more sentimental approach taken on the album. Would have liked to have seen "John Finn's Wife" and maybe another track from "The Firstborn is Dead", but as is, this playlist looks like it shaped up quite nicely. Oh, and my vote will always go for Tom Waits (since I know Lou Reed's career is a lot longer and a bit more difficult to navigate), although it might make a lot of sense to do a run-through of the Doors albums. I've always found a lot of Doors influence (whether intentionally or not) in Cave's songs, so it's not really too hard a bridge to cross. Plus, they only had six "real" albums, if we discount the stuff after Morrison died, so it wouldn't be quite as huge. Good video!
I put this video in "watch later" when the beautiful Skeleton Tree came out, then forgot it and I'm watching it right now. It's a pity so much time has passed, I should have watched it before. Keep up the good content!
This was a very well thought out and methodical video. Certainly using this to expand my knowledge of Nick Cave's discography. Definitely want to see a lot more like it. Subbed. :)
Thanks a lot! It was hard having to negate certain information to keep the video to a good length - would have loved to talk more about his film score work with Warren Ellis and the Grinderman project. Next guide will probably be Aphex Twin, but I want people to suggest artists too!
Ive found Abattoir/Lyre to be their most accessible album. It's the one I tend to recommend people start with, then move forward or backward in discography depending on what aspect of the sound they glom onto the most. I'd be curious to hear your thoughts on Skeleton Tree now that that's had some years to percolate. For me, Rings of Saturn is the track that sticks. I really couldn't figure out what kind of sound that ethereal hook was made of. Imagine my eyes going big when I watch a video of it live and realize that sound is The Bad Seeds' voices! Just a magical song, lyrically and musically.
I just discovered your channel today. Nick Cave is my favorite artist of all time (even above Freddie Mercury). This was an amazingly in depth and eloquent picture of Nick Cave. Thank you. It was a lot to take in, but did you mention his rejection letter to MTV's request to honor him a lifetime achievement award? It's one of my favorite glimpses into his motivations of his music and how he is compelled to make it, but not for awards or trophies. He's truly an artist down to his core. Thanks again!
One of my favourtie cuts off Tender Prey is Watching Alice. Loved the track the first time I heard it, it sounds almost like a wistful love song, complete with that gorgeous harmonica solo. Then you start paying attention to the lyrics... I've heard a couple of interpertations that this song is about Lewis Carrol obsessing over his muse, which if true makes the whole song even creepier. Which, of course, is why we love early Nick Cave, isn't it? My favourite album though is a toss-up between Murder Ballads and The Boatman's Call, depending on my mood. The latter just absolutely destroys me if I listen to it when I'm feeling low, though.
That's a great fact, it certainly makes Watching Alice a far more disturbing listen. Classic Cave! I really love both those records, I never seem to not be in the mood for Murder Ballads, which might reveal more about my psyche than I want...ha.
The sort of channel I've been looking for for ages. Love it so much already. If I can make a combination of a request and suggestion, once you begin to have a larger following (I'm certain you'll continue to grow rapidly), longform videos that last are closer to half an hour (and beyond) tend to be both more rewarding for the maker and the audience. Just something I've observed from watching channels over the ages, which you probably already knew.
Thanks Timothy, to be honest I decided to start this channel because I spent years trying to find a music channel that wasn't just doing reviews - I love watching reviews but it's nice to be able to dive into music history, the way genres have been shaped, esoteric little sub-genres etc. So I will try my best to deliver what I was looking for! 100% agree in terms of longform videos, my guides will always be that sort of length (and longer) and I'll be creating new series as the channel continues forward. Thanks again for watching and getting involved!
Murder Ballads has always been my favorite album. It's all over the place Song of Joy and Lovely Creature are my favorites on it.Stagger Lee is one of the most twisted but live its fantastic and of course Henry Lee. The Boatman's Call another masterpiece. I did get away with playing Lovely Creature at our wedding. I've listened to Nick Cave since I was a kid and love everything thing he's done.
Brilliant !!! and please don't apologize for lenght! was a pleasure listening to your digging into the soul of my peep ! (I been with Nick since the 90's except i'm that shallow type of fan who just enjoys the work for what it is - an amazing trip into his soul, without the technical joy ride analysis - which here presented, was amazing !!
+Zemimsky thanks for the kind words! Also there's nothing shallow about appreciating his music without thinking about the technicalities - music at it's core is meant to touch the heart and soul, the technical details are just ways it does that which I attempt to illuminate. Thanks for watching!
You know, I got sooo much uni work on at the moment its not funny. So wen I first saw this video I stopped studying, and looked through your channel. I know Im going prioritise watching all your vids before I get this essay done... Haha no I will get it done! Its just testament to how excited I am to go through your videos and discover more new music! Im so stoked Ive discovered this channel
Oh man I don't want to be a burden on your uni work haha! If it makes you feel better, I'm also buried in uni work and trying to get these videos out, trying to juggle everything is crazy! Thanks for watching and enjoying mate
Way late to the game, but love the video. Been a Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds fan forever, but just barely started trying to introduce it to people so your video has been huge for that. Mostly agree on tracks to highlight, but personally I think Tupelo from The Firstborn is Dead deserves more notice. Great song.
Curious to know what you think of Ghosteen. Fans seem to be pretty divided. I love it. From beginning to end it is very beautiful. From Her to Eternity and Let Love In are my favorites however Ghosteen has been in heavy rotation to let it fully sink in
i loved this video ! its very cool to see someone talking about nick in a more expansive manner, iv written a few amateur guides/articles myself, however i think it was a bittuva mistake to leave out 'mutiny ! / the bad seeds ep' from the birthday party's discography as i think it bridges the gap between the birthday party & the bad seeds. i also think 'your funeral' ought to be given more thought as it does the similar job of bridging 'from her to eternity' to 'tender prey.' their 80s work is sorely overlooked here, friend. i'd heavily recommend all of those albums + 'mutiny' to anyone who is really interested in nick.
Oh, the mustache years, lol. This was a really enjoyable retrospective of one of my favorite artists. "Henry's Dream" is my fav album overall (also lots of love for "Murder Ballads"), but I think "The Mercy Seat" is one of the best songs ever written hands down. Seconding the recommend of "Live Seeds" to anyone exploring his work, too. "Brother My Cup is Empty" is even better than the studio version. "New Morning" on that album is just a beautiful, beautiful song - almost unexpectedly so. That's the one that regularly moves me to tears.
Rowland S Howard's version deff takes the cake, even though he wrote it, something about his guitar and his voice creates so much emotion, Love Nicks version too though
Really enjoyed your mighty impressive effort so well done. I saw The Birthday Party in Melbourne at Storey hall in 1983. Nick was running through the girls' toilet causing havoc. Like all of us post 50 year old punks, he's mellowed
I disagree with you a lot on this, but that only goes to show the beauty of Nick Cave's discography. It's made so diverse and comprehensive yet the band almost never falters to deliver something compelling in each of their releases. Every different "incarnation" of the band's sound covers a different ground set to capture a specific set of hearts. Point is, any one of their albums can be anyone's favorite. There's not one bad Nick Cave album by consensus -- you can't say this for a lot of bands, no. Concerning this guide of yours, in my opinion (and this is just me, ok?), I think you underrated Nick's 80s releases inordinately. I mean, how much more insane, deathly, funny, epic and gory can music get than in From Her to Eternity? The song "Saint Huck" alone is one hell of a monster: the horrendous, sprawling, hulking, dilapidated, maniacal, unholy, evil, poisonous sound of that thing! One of rock music's most extreme moments in my book. And it isn't just extreme, It's somewhat elegant and accomplished as well, and that's what makes it compelling as a work of art. Or how closer can music sound so near to the abyss of death than in Your Funeral My Trial? To me, that album is the greatest goth record ever, for whatever goth is worth. On tracks like "She Fell Away", "Stranger than Kindness" and the title track, the breath of death is so thick in the air it's almost tangible and suffocating. And in the song "Hard-on for Love" I could hear the wildest ever celebration of death and the macabre. "Scum" is probably one of the basest things I've heard on record. When it comes to this kind of stuff, Nick only has competition in Michael Gira. As for The Firstborn is Dead and Kicking Against the Pricks, I'm not too crazy about those albums either. I must say I haven't listened enough to the latter, and somehow I just don't feel the craving to listen to the former after it's first and by far best track, "Tupelo".
Caverman yep, From Her To Eternity is ghe greatest thing the Bad Seeds EVER did. Wings off Flies, Saint Huck - whole album is flawless. Point is Nick would be nothing without the classic Bad Seeds & BP lineups!
Scum is magnificent. I remember listening to that song when I was 15 at 4am after a night of total debauchery. I totally indentified with Nick as he described himself.
I´ve just discover your channel...I´m already suscribe. By the way, my top 5 in not specific order would be: Let Love In, Henry´s Dream, Tender Prey, The Firstborn is dead and Kicking Against the Pricks ....I like the bizarre and cinematic touch of his 80´s albums.
Mate, epic work. You did a great job. I have been listening to Nick since 1983. I agree with everything you said except .. not rating 'Your Funeral My Trial' as essential. The Carny, Your Funeral ...My Trial, Sad Waters. Priceless. Plus add to wedding songs 'Are You The One I've Been Waiting For'. I will be giving that song a bash at my wedding in 3 weeks. It is perfect.
Thanks a lot Darren, you're right 'Are You The One I've Been Waiting For' is 100% a wedding song. Perhaps I need to give Your Funeral a bit more of a listen, it never really did it for me before. Also congratulations for your wedding in advance!
It makes me happy to know so many people truly appreciate Nick Cave.
Ditto
Yes and no. I sometimes don't want everyone to know about him. Just us guys. I know that's stupid but..... How can I say this... It's almost like I know a secret that most don't deserve to know? Stupid huh?
I know exactly what you mean. I feel the same way with Tom Waits.
Maybe we should get married. Tom's my other favorite. Christmas Card is probably my favorite song of all time.
dean mccaskill bit forward
I recommend doing this for: Lou Reed, Brian Eno, Tom Waits, The Cure, David Bowie, Bauhaus/Peter Murphy, Swans, Sonic Youth, Stereolab, Yo La Tango, Dead Can Dance, Cocteau Twins, and the biggest challenge of them all, The Fall.
oh and Pj Harvey.
A few people have mentioned The Fall now...it's a challenge I'm definitely up for!
Good luck! Really enjoying the channel so far!
deep cuts and Sun kil moon
Dude, PJ HARVEY!!!!
i don't usually comment on stuff, but as a Nick Cave fan of far too many years, I have to say that what you did here, my friend, was brilliant. Furthermore, it is a testament to the greatness of my favorite lyricist. The eloquence with which you describe songs, and the intelligence and the flow of your thoughts are a treat. If Nick Cave were to watch this, he would be honored. Thanks.
I want to have coffee with this guy! He does a fantastic job of chronicling all the music of Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds. And he gives an astute and articulate analysis of the genius of Nick Cave as a writer and musician.
Thanks for the kind comments Laura, it was daunting working through all of his work and I wish I could have included more!
Abattoir Blues / The Lyre of Orpheus is my absolute fav.
I swear there isn't a single bad track on either of them!
I generally don't like double albums much as I always end up thinking it would be more enjoyable if the weaker stuff was cut, but it's one of the few exceptions for me where there really isn't any weaker stuff. Looking forward to your thoughts on Skeleton Tree.
My favourite is still Murder Ballads
The only weak song is Crow Jane.
i dont think it is his best, cause there are also so much more other great albums to love. i think my favorite is GHOSTEEN, and you may like it, and yes, i know, it wasn't released the time you wrote this. i also like Push The Sky Away, and Let Love In on the place two and three.
"No More Shell We Part" is one of the masterpiece unique albums
I agree. It is Amazing.
The sorrowful wife is currently on repeat 🔂😍
Mine too. I listen to it religiously on the weekends
100% ... it's staggering in its poetry and depth for me.
Yes, I think the same, that album is another essential.
16:36 I actually worked a wedding (I'm a wedding videographer) and there was a couple who actually used "Into My Arms" as their first dance song, and it was absolutely beautiful, I had to hold back tears. Fantastic song
Man, you stunned me. For real. I truly liked that you've been talking for about half an hour!! Nick is one of my favourite performers. Keep it up! I'll be watching!
I'm glad you didn't think it was too long! I was editing it thinking 'holy shit everyone is going to fall asleep halfway through!' Thanks for the kind words, lots more videos on the way!
Murder ballads is one of my favourite album ever written
Nick Cave is probably my favourite songwriter ever. I'm a singer/songwriter myself and his style of lyricism is a huge influence on me, along with people like Roger Waters, David Bowie, Mike Patton and Morrissey. I think my personal favourite Bad Seeds record is probably No More Shall We Part, I just find it to be a perfect album, and Skeleton Tree is so heartbreaking, I nearly teared up when I first heard Girl In Amber. Truly a one-of-a-kind musician in every sense. I also agree with you about O Children, that song is beautiful, probably my favourite song by Cave, either that or Hallelujah. He's got so many great songs it's hard to decide. Great video, looking forward to seeing who you do for the next one.
I genuinely feel like people that have lived alongside Nick's music have had the opportunity to explore something very eye opening, very beautiful and very unique. I love that your favourite record is No More Shall We Part, again it just proves his work is so diverse that everyone has a different take on it. Thanks for watching mate, I have a few good ideas for the next video
"Your Funeral... My Trial" is one of his best albums!
Good video nonetheless
agreed
Great video. I just decided to dig into Nick Cave's discography after being completely stunned by Ghosteen, which is staggering and incredible. I always thought of him as sort of a goth from "The Mercy Seat" or "Red Right Hand" but honestly I haven't really known more of his music than a few tracks. But Ghosteen just completely blew me away. I know it's about the tragic loss of his son, but something about the album feels far more universal to me. I can't help thinking of the record as a sort of elegy to the world we thought we lived in before the onrushing chaos that is consuming it began. Yeah, that universal.
I love you Oliver you're the coolest music youtuber ever
ahh that's one of the best things I've read since starting this channel, thank you Chris!
Usually, in music as in photography, I suspect people who want to give a "Guide To", because often they sound presumptuous. Now, as a 37 year old guy who's been listening to Nick Cave for the last 22 years, it was great to hear your thoughts on him and I definitely agree with everything you said. Congratulations :)
Thanks a lot Carlos, that means a lot to me. I wanted to make sure the guide had as much info as possible without rambling on for too long, so hopefully I achieved that! Thanks for watching!
You did it in a very elegant and sophisticated way. Thank you!
You just made me remember, "Let love in" was my introduction to Nick Cave,. And what an introduction it was! Life changing, no exaggeration here. Thank you so much for this stunning summary, wonderful job! I need to make sure my daughters see it asap :)
Let Love In is a brilliant introduction I reckon! Thank you so much for the kind words Ola!
"It feels like the band is still trying to find their feet." Wow. 'Your Funeral, My Trial' is my favourite! The way the band plays here sounds very, very original to me. Such a beautiful, rambling, sweaty, organic, dirty sound. Blixa Bargeld is brilliant on this record. The atmosphere is breathtaking. Quintessential album really, to me. I'm also a fan of Kicking Against The Pricks: such a surprising, varied, fun record. I guess I have a bit of a similar thing with Sonic Youth's output: despite all the classic and often brilliant music from later on, the stuff from the eighties sounds most compelling and fresh to me. And it's not a question of nostalgia, since I discovered both Cave's and SY's music the second half of the nineties only. In the earlier albums I just hear more raw, urgent, unfiltered talent and originality. Later on the music and the productions become more ... streamlined, I guess, but not necessarily better (at least to my ears). Anyway, great channel, enjoying it, thanks, cheers.
Your Funeral, My Trial was such an amazing and cohesive album during that era of The Bad Seeds, and is best enjoyed in one sitting. I think that’s when they really “matured”, and while I love Tender Prey it feels like a bit more of a hodgepodge. Not to mention, Cave himself even considers there to be some poor production and performances and Tender Prey due to personal issues.
from her to eternity, the firstborn is dead and the good son are incredible masterpieces
You seriously respect Rock music... I like that.
+ZeeDDD65 I appreciate that mate, I just love music and love talking about it with you guys
Review for Skeleton Tree is up now guys!
Bless these ppl with a guide to Parliament/funkadelic.
+Felix Kuhlin I will oblige in due course my man, great suggestion
A guide to Swans! Please!
GUIDE TO SWANS, VALIDATE MY MUSIC TASTE
Will there be one for Ghosteen?
I've watched the video without even blinking and didn't realize it took 26 minutes. Subscribed, very happy to get to know such a channel. Great work!
Thanks so much Batu! Hope your eyes don't hurt too much though
I grew up in the Australian punk/post punk scene and had the privilege of seeing Birthday Party live on many occasions, Nick certainly changed the course of my life. My most fond memory was when Birthday party toured with Screamin' J Hawkins and he and Nick did a duet on stage
beautiful, beautiful. you said everything i havent been able to explain aloud. THANK YOU.
nick cave is my favorite artist ever.
i was introduced in 2012. the first song i ever heard was Sweetheart Come, i cried for a good while after the song ended. havent been able to get enough of his voice and the bad seeds since. truly an amazing amazing artist and the bad seeds of course
You're welcome Roxanna! Nick is truly an incredible artist and it's been so much fun getting to share my love for him with everyone!
Brilliantly smart and intelligent review; Awesomely researched and sharply delivered. Great bit of work.
+luckdip thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching! Lots more on the way so make sure you subscribe!
Back here after "Carnage", my personal favorite from Nick.
This is a fantastic video! Massive thanks for expertly illustrating my favorite artist of all time.
Your descriptive narrative is beautiful and enthralling. I'm certainly looking forward to your next video!
+xELiiTExOPZz really appreciate you taking the time to write this, these videos are all for you guys and I hope I can continuing growing this channel!
Just started listening to Nick today after watching his documentary about the last album. I feel that I’m getting into something really big. Really helpful video btw.
this is more than just an informative video...this is a service provided....a superb bit of work this, and i am sure a gift to a lot of people.....thank you
+dougm1971 wow thank you mate, I really appreciate that. I love being able to talk about such brilliant artists and you guys enjoying it. If you have any suggestions for future videos, let me know!
You have done the best overview of any artist anywhere in any medium. I wish I was as articulate as you so that I could more meaningfully convey my appreciation of your work covering one of my favorite artists. If I am on Death Row and can only listen to one album before I go, it would have to be Dig Lazarus Dig-a perfect album to my untrained ear. Your review has motivated me to listen to the entire discography. Thank you!
Lance that is very high praise, I'm not sure I deserve it but I certainly do appreciate you saying it, thank you so much! DLD is undoubtedly a great record, I certainly wouldn't want to listen to The Mercy Seat on Death Row that's for sure!
Push the Sky Away is my favorite Nick Cave album, but I think The Mercy Seat is my favorite song of his. It gives me chills every single time. Completely and totally brilliant
thankyou, I grew up with his stuff in Melbourne, amazing to see him go from 50 person gigs to where he is now
NERDGASM ALERT:
can I just say a huge "Thank You!" for this excellent video
really enjoyed the passionate and nano detailed education
great use of language and the editing is spot on
totally stoked to have found this today
You should do or of these on Rowland S Howard, I wish more people knew his work especially his solo albums, Teenage Snuff Film and Pop Crimes
Hi I actually went to Rowlands funeral in Melbourne Australia and there was a lot of love and people who wanted to bring joy to the occasion. He would have enjoyed the fuss
I knew Roland over his final years. His partner at the time was a great friend of mine. His solo work is brilliant. The way he was treated by doctors was a disgrace. Huge Australian talent lost forever.
I would love a swans guide!
yes
A Person Hell Yea!
looks like we're getting one, too!
This is one of the most refreshing insights into music I've seen in a long time. Not only is the information regarding the Bad Seeds insightful, but the use of music jargon shows true knowledge of the subject.
I look forward to watching more of these videos and listening to any accompanying playlists you offer.
Thanks a lot Nick I really appreciate that, thank you for getting involved in the channel!
Finally someone agrees with me on Tender Prey! I always argue that it's better than Your Funeral My Trial, but it seems like Bad Seeds fans won't have it!
Yeah I've definitely upset a few fans re: my opinion on Your Funeral, oops. Love Tender Prey, what a brilliant record!
The Mercy Seat is the most shattering song I've ever heard with an emotional depth akin to the darkest of classic blues. Overall, a brilliant analysis with extraordinary attention to detail! FWIW I love the Good Son. I have been a fan since Tender Prey, but my knowledge of Nick's catalog is very spotty.
Tender Prey and Your funeral l my trial are the best cos they were eerie and had a sense of menace about them however Let love in really pushed things up and there was not a bad track on that record
yes
Subbed! I've been looking for a long time for a channel like this.
Thanks mate, if you have any suggestions for video content let me know!
Hard to pick a single favourite, but if pressed to pick two it would be "Tender Prey" and "The Boatman's Call". "The Mercy Seat" blew me away when I was young and continues to do so to this day. And don't fret, "Into my Arms" and "People Ain't No Good" have brought me to tears too.
Great video. Keep em coming!
I'm glad it's just not me then when it comes to Boatman's Call. That record is EMOTIONAL. Fuck knows what I'm going to be like with Skeleton Tree...
Thanks mate, if there are any guides to artists you would be interested in seeing let me know!
As a Cave-fan since the Bad Seeds records came out I congrat you on this video. Well done!
Thanks Erik that means a lot!
Such a considered and in depth progression here. Wow! And Nick is still going. Would love to hear your thoughts on the next, part II 💜
So glad there are so many people appreciating Nick's incredible work. Such an interesting video.
Thanks for watching Janet!
What a clever and complete comment about Cave and BS’s albums. I do agree that Nocturama is the only album which lacks of inspiration. All the comments are acute, precise and full of understanding of Cave’s genius. How many artists can produce such quality albums and succeed in a new approach every time?
IMO « no more shall we part » is large better than the comment: romantic, freaky and a tremendous mastering of chaos on some tracks. Thx very much for this video
This is probably the first time the youtube autoplay algorithm (after a solid week of purely watching Nick Cave songs) gave me content that was innovative, vibrant and well executed. And it happened to be about my all time favourite artist. My most played playlist on itunes, basically consists of all the songs you've mentioned + other favourites like We Real Cool, Easy Money, etc...
I've struggled with explaining to my (rather basic) friends why I listen to macabre songs about murders and blues named after emerging physics theories, and this sums it up eloquently in a way I never could.
Looking forward to watching your Skeleton Tree review!
It's great to hear RUclips is managing to put this video out to people who are interested. Wow, RUclips does something competent finally haha! I appreciate the kind words Dan, look out for the Skeleton Tree review tomorrow!
Great to hear this review of his discography. The Grinderman albums are essential NC stuff IMHO. Skeleton Tree is very chilling & haunting, with NC's vocals, ever so full of emotion, going to another level and displaying a absolute sense of connectedness and fragility (even though much of the material was partly developed before the tragedy of his son's passing).
If you want another subject.....The Cure wouldn't be a bad place to visit.
Oooh I love the idea of doing a Cure Guide, I'll add that to the rapidly expanding list! Like your comments with re: Skeleton Tree, it certainly is something special
Very well done. I am subscribed and looking forward to more of your vids. Push the Sky Away is my favorite, but after listening to Skeleton Tree yesterday I just don't know anymore.... hope you do a review on it.
Thanks Spraynard, glad you liked the video and thanks for subscribing! I will put my review of Skeleton Tree up early next week
Thank you Oliver! I saw this link and thought, "How could anyone cover all of Nick Cave's incredible library?" But you did! And brilliantly so I have to say! I listened straight through to the end and agree with most all you say -(though "Your Funeral My Trial" is a personal favourite) Like you, my intro to the band was "Murder Ballads" - a shockingly brilliant, moving,terrifying, and surprisingly hilarious album I think is truly essential. From there I became a devotee - listening onward and backward to all they've done and again, like you, consistently shocked by the range , inventiveness, skill, and creative high wire act that is Nick Cave. His film scores and live shows are truly life-enhancing . Now I'm lost in "Skeleton Tree" - an immensely sad, beautiful, and incredibly hopeful experience - transcendent. ( And that it could only have been done by the same man who wrote "Scum" only serves to make me love it all the more) I hope he knows somehow what he means to so many of us. Cheers, Tom.
You speak as beautifully as the music you're talking about
Great video, it's interesting that I have many of the same favourite albums as you, but I would have highlighted other songs that I personally prefer more. It goes to show just how extensively brilliant Nick Cave's discography is.
You're right, I truly believe there's something for everyone when it comes to Nick Cave, and how many artists can you say that about?
I've never heard such an eloquent and beautifully phrased review of not only Nick Cave but just any musician.
Having said that, I'm sorry to point out that you made two tiny mistakes you made when describing "Murder Ballads" content. I won't tell what they are and I mentioned it so that my comment is not just a blind praise to an exceptional work you have done on this video. Thank you for that.
Finally getting around to watching this. Nick Cave is possibly my favorite songwriter ever, or at least in the top 3-5. So many good albums. I mean has he ever released a bad album?? Or even anything less than very good?
And to top it off, they released 2 of their crowning achievements after this video. Skelton Tree and Ghosteen are my 2nd/3rd favorite Nick Cave albums after Abbatoir Blues.
Amazing job. Cave's work is so complex and great and your videos does it justice!
Thanks Stephen I really appreciate that, I had to miss out a fair bit of information otherwise I would have been talking for hours!
Hey! Great guide, HOWEVER I’d love to see a follow-up now that Skeleton Tree and Ghosteen have been released, and my GOD, those are a couple albums worth talking about. I think I read that he is working on a new release for 2024, so maybe after that make a follow-up featuring the 3 newer albums and maybe even take that time to touch on some of his film score albums, maybe even include Grinderman…? I’ll stay hopeful.
Anyway, I also saw Nick and the Bad Seeds on the Push The Sky Away tour. What a great album and what a great set list for that show at The Ace Hotel here in LA. One of my favorite tracks on that album (and a completely underrated/overlooked gem) is “We Real Cool”. It is so moody and creepy, and live it was pretty amazing.
In conclusion, great vid! 🙃
This was really fantastic. I've been listening to different parts of Nick Cave for a while and this was a beautifully eloquent, as well as accurate account of his numerous successes. You really capture the essence of his various sounds. I hope you have inspired some new Bad Seeds fans!
Man, this is the kinda stuff I love. I'm a musician myself, and ever since I started recording my own stuff, I've been really interested in the history surrounding my main musical heroes, and this was really cool! I'd only really listened to From Her To Eternity, Push the Sky Away, Junkyard, Murder Ballads, and a few things from Let Love In, but this was really informative. Great stuff mate.
I'm so glad I found out about your channel, keep up the awesome work dude.
Thanks a lot! Also, quality username
Murder Ballads was my introduction to Nick Cave, too! I've since purchased "Skeleton Tree", "Abattoir Blues/The Lyre of Orpheus", "Ghosteen" and "Push the Sky Away". I plan to buy more.
And No More Shall We Part is an amazing album.
Fantastic, a good overview of his work with enough info in there to (hopefully) make people want to explore Cave's music. I'd be interested to hear your take on Elliott Smith's music.
Thank you, yeah I would love to think this video might convince some people to dive into his discography. Thanks for watching!
Great summation of IMO the greatest songwriter of all time. Here for a refresher because I'm seeing him for the first time ever in two weeks. Once again, reminded how deep and diverse this man's catalog is.
Well researched. Nicely done. Hope to see a new 'guide' soon.
Cheers Gavin, I am planning lots more guides, if you have an artist to suggest let me know!
Nick Cave in the movie "Der Himmel über Berlin"- it's so breathtaking good. One of the best songs ever. The Carny.
This is a great channel for my friends to introduce them to some new music who aren't as well-versed as I am, Thanks for putting in the work for me!
p.s: The Good Son is my favourite record
While Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds is a name that I've been aware of for much of my life (I'll soon be 35), I really only ever got into them when I first heard Jubilee Street on a local indie radio station. I was immediately hooked. I only own both that album, and also Skeleton Tree. In Prague back in December, I got to see One More Time With Feeling at a local theater with a good friend. Also, prior to that mega trip that took me through Prague, it was announced that Cave & Co would be touring North America this summer, and I got lucky with a ticket for their show in Pittsburgh (the day after seeing U2's 30th anniversary tour for their seminal Joshua Tree album, also in Pittsburgh) in June (and, I may also see them in Prague this Fall, if I find myself there again, inshallah).
As Cave has soooooo much music, I have been hesitant to start acquiring more of his older music, as I honestly felt overwhelmed as to where to start. Both this video, as well as Cave & Co's forthcoming, mega (three discs, I think?) best of release will assuredly help to get me started on my musical journey!
PJ Harvey is NOT a victim in Henry Lee, she is the murderer.
Also, not mentioning Tupelo is borderline criminal, you know?
he also stated the bar keep sucked him off in “stagger lee”,not billy dilly,
also no mention of the track “from her to eternity”that was also criminal
Truly brilliant detailing of an artist's discography that has held such significance and has been so seminal in mine and many others lives. It'd be fantastic if you could make a continuation of this series on Bob Dylan, perhaps. I can only imagine the magnitude of information that could be found in that man's career. Thank you for the work.
Thanks a lot mate, really appreciate that. Wow Dylan would probably have to be either an hour long or a two parter, so much brilliant stuff to go through. I've got a lot of artists planned for guides but he'll definitely be one I explore. Thanks for watching!
Thanks - I love what you do , being an Australian Nick Cave fan. Thou I found myself wanting to hear the songs during your presentation.
as someone who is deeply, deeply obsessed with nick cave and all that he does, i pretty much agree with everything you said, and found this quite an awesome guide. perfect for any new comers to his work, and a nice treat for devoted fans!
Been waiting for a video like this forever; love to see more soon!
Personally, I'd consider their "Golden Run" to start with "Tender Prey" as opposed to "Henry's Dream", mainly because I massively enjoy "The Good Son" and the more sentimental approach taken on the album.
Would have liked to have seen "John Finn's Wife" and maybe another track from "The Firstborn is Dead", but as is, this playlist looks like it shaped up quite nicely.
Oh, and my vote will always go for Tom Waits (since I know Lou Reed's career is a lot longer and a bit more difficult to navigate), although it might make a lot of sense to do a run-through of the Doors albums. I've always found a lot of Doors influence (whether intentionally or not) in Cave's songs, so it's not really too hard a bridge to cross. Plus, they only had six "real" albums, if we discount the stuff after Morrison died, so it wouldn't be quite as huge.
Good video!
Thanks for watching! Tom Waits, The Doors and Lou Reed are all artists i will cover eventually, mark my words!
Not acknowledging "Your Funeral... My Trial" as one of, if not the, best NC&TBS records is... shall we say "problematic?"
Writing Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds as "NC&TBS" is problematic for me PL.
I put this video in "watch later" when the beautiful Skeleton Tree came out, then forgot it and I'm watching it right now. It's a pity so much time has passed, I should have watched it before. Keep up the good content!
I can't believe I just dicovered this channel. I love Nick Cave and I thoroughly enjoyed every second of this!
Skeleton Tree is such a beautiful album I've been listening to it nonstop since it released
It's so brilliant isn't it
This was a very well thought out and methodical video. Certainly using this to expand my knowledge of Nick Cave's discography.
Definitely want to see a lot more like it. Subbed. :)
Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for the sub! Lots more like it on the way for sure
Really cool and informative video and not too long for such a discography!
Looking forward for more "A Guide To ..." videos - keep it up :)
Thanks a lot! It was hard having to negate certain information to keep the video to a good length - would have loved to talk more about his film score work with Warren Ellis and the Grinderman project. Next guide will probably be Aphex Twin, but I want people to suggest artists too!
Earned a sub with this video. More of this please
+iggsolo cheers mate, more on the way!
Ive found Abattoir/Lyre to be their most accessible album. It's the one I tend to recommend people start with, then move forward or backward in discography depending on what aspect of the sound they glom onto the most.
I'd be curious to hear your thoughts on Skeleton Tree now that that's had some years to percolate. For me, Rings of Saturn is the track that sticks. I really couldn't figure out what kind of sound that ethereal hook was made of. Imagine my eyes going big when I watch a video of it live and realize that sound is The Bad Seeds' voices! Just a magical song, lyrically and musically.
I just discovered your channel today. Nick Cave is my favorite artist of all time (even above Freddie Mercury). This was an amazingly in depth and eloquent picture of Nick Cave. Thank you. It was a lot to take in, but did you mention his rejection letter to MTV's request to honor him a lifetime achievement award? It's one of my favorite glimpses into his motivations of his music and how he is compelled to make it, but not for awards or trophies. He's truly an artist down to his core. Thanks again!
Abattoir Blues & The Lyre of Orpheus is just astounding through and through.
One of my favourtie cuts off Tender Prey is Watching Alice. Loved the track the first time I heard it, it sounds almost like a wistful love song, complete with that gorgeous harmonica solo. Then you start paying attention to the lyrics...
I've heard a couple of interpertations that this song is about Lewis Carrol obsessing over his muse, which if true makes the whole song even creepier. Which, of course, is why we love early Nick Cave, isn't it?
My favourite album though is a toss-up between Murder Ballads and The Boatman's Call, depending on my mood. The latter just absolutely destroys me if I listen to it when I'm feeling low, though.
That's a great fact, it certainly makes Watching Alice a far more disturbing listen. Classic Cave! I really love both those records, I never seem to not be in the mood for Murder Ballads, which might reveal more about my psyche than I want...ha.
The sort of channel I've been looking for for ages. Love it so much already.
If I can make a combination of a request and suggestion, once you begin to have a larger following (I'm certain you'll continue to grow rapidly), longform videos that last are closer to half an hour (and beyond) tend to be both more rewarding for the maker and the audience.
Just something I've observed from watching channels over the ages, which you probably already knew.
Thanks Timothy, to be honest I decided to start this channel because I spent years trying to find a music channel that wasn't just doing reviews - I love watching reviews but it's nice to be able to dive into music history, the way genres have been shaped, esoteric little sub-genres etc. So I will try my best to deliver what I was looking for!
100% agree in terms of longform videos, my guides will always be that sort of length (and longer) and I'll be creating new series as the channel continues forward. Thanks again for watching and getting involved!
Thank you for covering one of my favorite bands of all time. I loved Jesus Alone as it was my #1 song of 2016.
Murder Ballads has always been my favorite album. It's all over the place Song of Joy and Lovely Creature are my favorites on it.Stagger Lee is one of the most twisted but live its fantastic and of course Henry Lee. The Boatman's Call another masterpiece. I did get away with playing Lovely Creature at our wedding. I've listened to Nick Cave since I was a kid and love everything thing he's done.
Great breakdown and some more essential albums since then, Ghosteen for sure.
I'm so glad I found your channel! Hope you gain more recognition,you really deserve it!
Thanks I really appreciate that, it's a lot of fun to do and I'm really enjoying chatting to everyone!
you fit so much in less than 30 minutes. Well done 'deep cuts' love this band as well. One of my favourites.
Brilliant !!! and please don't apologize for lenght! was a pleasure listening to your digging into the soul of my peep ! (I been with Nick since the 90's except i'm that shallow type of fan who just enjoys the work for what it is - an amazing trip into his soul, without the technical joy ride analysis - which here presented, was amazing !!
+Zemimsky thanks for the kind words! Also there's nothing shallow about appreciating his music without thinking about the technicalities - music at it's core is meant to touch the heart and soul, the technical details are just ways it does that which I attempt to illuminate. Thanks for watching!
I’ve seen him live in Brooklyn 2 times, he is really awesome
You obviously didn't spend enough time with Your Funeral... My Trial. That's a top three NC&TBS album. Don't sleep on it, man.
You know, I got sooo much uni work on at the moment its not funny. So wen I first saw this video I stopped studying, and looked through your channel. I know Im going prioritise watching all your vids before I get this essay done... Haha no I will get it done! Its just testament to how excited I am to go through your videos and discover more new music! Im so stoked Ive discovered this channel
Oh man I don't want to be a burden on your uni work haha! If it makes you feel better, I'm also buried in uni work and trying to get these videos out, trying to juggle everything is crazy! Thanks for watching and enjoying mate
An amazing job, mate. Nick Cave will always be one of my favourite artists. Josh Homme would be great for one of these.
Way late to the game, but love the video. Been a Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds fan forever, but just barely started trying to introduce it to people so your video has been huge for that. Mostly agree on tracks to highlight, but personally I think Tupelo from The Firstborn is Dead deserves more notice. Great song.
The greatest and most gifted and talented artist of our time.
Curious to know what you think of Ghosteen. Fans seem to be pretty divided. I love it. From beginning to end it is very beautiful. From Her to Eternity and Let Love In are my favorites however Ghosteen has been in heavy rotation to let it fully sink in
i loved this video ! its very cool to see someone talking about nick in a more expansive manner, iv written a few amateur guides/articles myself, however i think it was a bittuva mistake to leave out 'mutiny ! / the bad seeds ep' from the birthday party's discography as i think it bridges the gap between the birthday party & the bad seeds. i also think 'your funeral' ought to be given more thought as it does the similar job of bridging 'from her to eternity' to 'tender prey.' their 80s work is sorely overlooked here, friend. i'd heavily recommend all of those albums + 'mutiny' to anyone who is really interested in nick.
Oh, the mustache years, lol. This was a really enjoyable retrospective of one of my favorite artists. "Henry's Dream" is my fav album overall (also lots of love for "Murder Ballads"), but I think "The Mercy Seat" is one of the best songs ever written hands down. Seconding the recommend of "Live Seeds" to anyone exploring his work, too. "Brother My Cup is Empty" is even better than the studio version. "New Morning" on that album is just a beautiful, beautiful song - almost unexpectedly so. That's the one that regularly moves me to tears.
+nevar23 glad you enjoyed, it was a pleasure to make it because Nick really is just an incredible artist
Brave man to cover all of Nick Cave's oeuvre with a massive omission at start; Shivers by Boys Next Door was the torchlight to Nick's greatness
Rowland S Howard's version deff takes the cake, even though he wrote it, something about his guitar and his voice creates so much emotion, Love Nicks version too though
Along with so much more I could have included, just wanted to try and keep the video relatively short and not too rambling!
Really enjoyed your mighty impressive effort so well done. I saw The Birthday Party in Melbourne at Storey hall in 1983. Nick was running through the girls' toilet causing havoc. Like all of us post 50 year old punks, he's mellowed
I disagree with you a lot on this, but that only goes to show the beauty of Nick Cave's discography. It's made so diverse and comprehensive yet the band almost never falters to deliver something compelling in each of their releases. Every different "incarnation" of the band's sound covers a different ground set to capture a specific set of hearts. Point is, any one of their albums can be anyone's favorite. There's not one bad Nick Cave album by consensus -- you can't say this for a lot of bands, no. Concerning this guide of yours, in my opinion (and this is just me, ok?), I think you underrated Nick's 80s releases inordinately. I mean, how much more insane, deathly, funny, epic and gory can music get than in From Her to Eternity? The song "Saint Huck" alone is one hell of a monster: the horrendous, sprawling, hulking, dilapidated, maniacal, unholy, evil, poisonous sound of that thing! One of rock music's most extreme moments in my book. And it isn't just extreme, It's somewhat elegant and accomplished as well, and that's what makes it compelling as a work of art.
Or how closer can music sound so near to the abyss of death than in Your Funeral My Trial? To me, that album is the greatest goth record ever, for whatever goth is worth. On tracks like "She Fell Away", "Stranger than Kindness" and the title track, the breath of death is so thick in the air it's almost tangible and suffocating. And in the song "Hard-on for Love" I could hear the wildest ever celebration of death and the macabre. "Scum" is probably one of the basest things I've heard on record. When it comes to this kind of stuff, Nick only has competition in Michael Gira.
As for The Firstborn is Dead and Kicking Against the Pricks, I'm not too crazy about those albums either. I must say I haven't listened enough to the latter, and somehow I just don't feel the craving to listen to the former after it's first and by far best track, "Tupelo".
Caverman yep, From Her To Eternity is ghe greatest thing the Bad Seeds EVER did.
Wings off Flies, Saint Huck - whole album is flawless.
Point is Nick would be nothing without the classic Bad Seeds & BP lineups!
every song, every album every man gets it for himself, just like the bible. he preaches about everything in life
Scum is magnificent. I remember listening to that song when I was 15 at 4am after a night of total debauchery. I totally indentified with Nick as he described himself.
he is'nt describing himself, he is describing Matt Snow, a journalist from NME.
david neilson thanks for clarifying.
I started at Let love in worked my backwards then onwards from Let Love in. Just love Nick cave, man and his bad seeds just has nothing like it.
I´ve just discover your channel...I´m already suscribe. By the way, my top 5 in not specific order would be: Let Love In, Henry´s Dream, Tender Prey, The Firstborn is dead and Kicking Against the Pricks ....I like the bizarre and cinematic touch of his 80´s albums.
Mate, epic work. You did a great job. I have been listening to Nick since 1983. I agree with everything you said except .. not rating 'Your Funeral My Trial' as essential. The Carny, Your Funeral ...My Trial, Sad Waters. Priceless. Plus add to wedding songs 'Are You The One I've Been Waiting For'. I will be giving that song a bash at my wedding in 3 weeks. It is perfect.
Thanks a lot Darren, you're right 'Are You The One I've Been Waiting For' is 100% a wedding song. Perhaps I need to give Your Funeral a bit more of a listen, it never really did it for me before. Also congratulations for your wedding in advance!
Thanks mate.
This whole video is poetry.