Nick Cave is an acclaimed Australian musician and singer known for his emotional intensity and lyrical depth.
Cave is the frontman of the rock band Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, which has been influential in the alternative rock scene since the 1980s.
Cave's father introduced him to literary classics, shaping his artistic sensibilities from a young age.
Biography
Early Life
Nicholas Edward Cave was born on September 22, 1957, in Warracknabeal, Victoria, Australia. Growing up in a literary household, his father, an English and mathematics teacher, introduced him to classic literature, while his mother worked as a librarian. Cave's early exposure to music came through his older brother, who introduced him to British progressive rock bands and the Canadian folk artist Leonard Cohen, whom Cave later hailed as the greatest songwriter. He joined the choir at Holy Trinity Cathedral at the age of nine and faced challenges in his education, including expulsion from high school, which led to his family relocating to Melbourne.
Music Career
Cave's musical journey began in 1973 when he formed a band with fellow students, which evolved into the Boys Next Door and later the Birthday Party. The Birthday Party became a pivotal part of the Melbourne post-punk scene before relocating to London, where they struggled with financial instability. Despite these challenges, Cave's artistic vision flourished, leading to the formation of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds in 1983. Known for his baritone voice and emotionally charged lyrics, Cave's music often explores themes of death, love, and violence. His discography includes notable albums such as "CARNAGE," "Ghosts… of the Civil Dead," and various film soundtracks, showcasing his versatility as a musician and composer.
Personal Life and Legacy
Cave's personal life has been marked by both triumph and tragedy. He has lived in various cities, including London and Brighton, and has openly discussed his struggles with addiction. The death of his teenage son, Arthur, profoundly affected him, prompting a return to Brighton after initially leaving due to the memories. Cave's influence on music is significant; he has been recognized as one of the greatest living lyricists and has received numerous awards, including the Officer of the Order of Australia. His work continues to resonate, inspiring a new generation of artists and fans alike.
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Discography
Jo Nesbø's Detective Hole: Original Series Soundtrack2026
- 1.Harry Hole Theme1:21
- 2.Robbery2:41
- 3.Cabin2:16
- 4.The Devil's Star2:38
- 5.Weapons1:39
- 6.Flood2:05
- 7.Funeral1:57
- 8.Change of Plans2:26
- 9.Old Life2:31
- 10.Rakel2:48
- 11.Sleep3:25
- 12.Shootout3:41
- 13.Faceless2:56
- 14.Gang1:13
- 15.It's Over4:24
- 16.Harry Hole2:54
The Death Of Bunny Munro2025
- 1.Opening1:51
- 2.Hands Full0:58
- 3.Bunny Munro1:06
- 4.Libby1:05
- 5.Marry Me2:01
- 6.Libby Found1:23
- 7.Hymn2:02
- 8.Love Bunny1:17
- 9.Don't Feel Right1:37
- 10.Night Words1:31
- 11.The Wake0:56
- 12.Til the Cows Come Home2:08
- 13.Hello Magazine1:21
- 14.Getaway1:40
- 15.Left Behind2:00
- 16.At the Beach1:12
- 17.Waking Boy1:15
- 18.Girl by the Pool1:44
- 19.Sins of the Father1:42
- 20.Mary1:59
- 21.Catch Me If You Can2:27
- 22.Love One Another (Or Die)2:24
- 23.Real Devil1:51
- 24.Fate1:47
- 25.Preshow1:46
- 26.Dance With the Devil2:35
Back to Black: Original Motion Picture Score2024
- 1.Opening1:01
- 2.At the Taxi1:57
- 3.Park Bench0:52
- 4.Tattoo Parlour1:29
- 5.Dublin Castle1:21
- 6.Snooker Hall2:07
- 7.Sort Yourselves Out1:20
- 8.Soho to Glastonbury4:18
- 9.Holloway Prison2:40
- 10.The End2:02
- 11.Song for Amy3:20
- 12.Song for Amy (reprise)2:12
Blonde: Soundtrack From the Netflix Film2022
- 1.Pearly6:43
- 2.Shard2:52
- 3.Fire in the Hills3:58
- 4.Gemini5:22
- 5.Abortion2:31
- 6.Glass Sliver1:01
- 7.Gemini Acoustic6:05
- 8.Goddess of Love on a Subway Grating2:24
- 9.Strawberry1:46
- 10.Bright Horses (instrumental)3:46
- 11.Peroxide6:21
- 12.I Love Love Love You All3:11
- 13.Wig3:23
- 14.Nembutal2:55
- 15.A World of Light6:46
Dahmer Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story: Soundtrack From the Netflix Series2022
- 1.End Credits2:31
- 2.Body Disposal1:52
- 3.He’s Going to See Me1:35
- 4.Escape1:29
- 5.No More Free Rides1:10
- 6.No Easy Answers2:48
- 7.Learning About Dahmer1:39
- 8.Death and Baptism3:38
- 9.Tourniquet Knot2:08
- 10.Why Are You Crying?1:02
- 11.Oily Tadpoles2:11
- 12.I’ll Keep Waiting2:29
- 13.Lionel Blames Joyce2:03
- 14.New Job3:02
- 15.A Devastated Community1:33
- 16.Lionel Blames Himself1:56
- 17.Difficult to Hear1:20
CARNAGE2021
- 1.Hand of God5:16
- 2.Old Time5:16
- 3.Carnage4:47
- 4.White Elephant6:08
- 5.Albuquerque3:56
- 6.Lavender Fields4:33
- 7.Shattered Ground5:34
- 8.Balcony Man4:30
La Panthère des neiges: Original Soundtrack2021
- 1.L’Attaque des loups3:24
- 2.Les Cerfs5:03
- 3.Antilope2:33
- 4.La Bête1:21
- 5.Les Yaks2:27
- 6.Des affûts elliptiques3:08
- 7.Les Nomades1:22
- 8.La Grotte3:19
- 9.Les Princes3:02
- 10.La neige tombe1:53
- 11.Les Ours4:37
- 12.Un être vous obsède2:55
- 13.L’Apparition / We Are Not Alone9:41
L.I.T.A.N.I.E.S2020
- 1.Litany of Divine Absence5:30
- 2.Litany of the First Encounter4:49
- 3.Litany of Blooming5:43
- 4.Litany of the Sleeping Dream6:26
- 5.Litany of the Yearning5:04
- 6.Litany of Fragmentation6:19
- 7.Litany of the Forsaken3:46
- 8.Litany of Gathering Up4:11
- 9.Litany of Transformation5:23
- 10.Litany of Godly Love4:45
- 11.Litany of the Unnamed5:21
- 12.Litany of Divine Presence5:25
Kings2018
- 1.Latasha Harlins2:28
- 2.CCTV Montage2:44
- 3.Bake2:05
- 4.Saying Goodbye1:03
- 5.School Argument4:17
- 6.Waking Up1:49
- 7.Leave the Gun0:39
- 8.Police Cars3:31
- 9.Where Are the Boys?1:06
- 10.Erotic Dream3:17
- 11.Arrested6:27
- 12.Red Ford2:29
- 13.Death of William3:09
- 14.Lamp Post4:28
- 15.Kings4:21
- 16.Earthquake3:09
War Machine: A Netflix Original Film2017
- 1.Ah America1:14
- 2.Humble Man3:23
- 3.The Bubble3:21
- 4.The Civilian Executive1:59
- 5.In Liebe dein3:46
- 6.Badi Basim1:25
- 7.Kamee3:43
- 8.The Moon Landing0:43
- 9.Our Noise0:58
- 10.Fabelwein5:07
- 11.Jeanie1:29
- 12.NY Snow Globe2:28
- 13.Thousands of Parades, All Over America5:04
- 14.Marjah3:18
- 15.Staunen im Fjord3:37
- 16.The Hand of Helping1:57
- 17.Be Lovely2:55
- 18.A Page in the History Books2:37
- 19.War Machine3:04
Wind River2017
- 1.Snow Wolf2:08
- 2.Zed2:01
- 3.Tell Me What That Is1:25
- 4.First Journey1:28
- 5.First Body2:35
- 6.Second Journey1:28
- 7.Breakdown2:01
- 8.Never Gonna Be the Same2:01
- 9.Hunter1:46
- 10.Meth House2:01
- 11.Bad News1:16
- 12.Third Journey1:05
- 13.Second Body1:00
- 14.Lecture2:04
- 15.Corey’s Story3:08
- 16.See You Tomorrow1:07
- 17.Three Seasons in Wyoming3:37
- 18.Cabin1:15
- 19.Shoot Out1:46
- 20.Snow Flight1:20
- 21.Memory Time2:07
- 22.Survive or Surrender2:05
- 23.Wind River3:48
Shell Shock (Opera) (World Premiere Recording – Royal Opera House, La Monnaie)2016
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Hell or High Water2016
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Mars2016
- 1.Mars Theme1:43
- 2.Mars4:01
- 3.Daedalus3:01
- 4.Earth2:12
- 5.Science2:25
- 6.Voyage4:53
- 7.Space X2:42
- 8.Space Station4:17
- 9.Symphony of the Dead9:38
- 10.Planetarium2:43
- 11.Aftermath4:42
- 12.Towards Daedalus3:01
- 13.Life on Mars3:53
Loin des hommes2015
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West of Memphis2014
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Lawless: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack2012
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The Road: Original Film Score2010
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White Lunar2009
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The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford: Music From the Motion Picture2007
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The Proposition: Original Soundtrack2005
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And the Ass Saw the Angel1999
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The Secret Life of the Love Song1999
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To Have and to Hold1996
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Ghosts… of the Civil Dead1989
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Label
- Record label
- Mute Records
Achievements
- Award
- Officer of the Order of Australia
- Award
- Ivor Novello Awards
- Award
- APRA Music Awards
- Award
- ARIA Award for Single of the Year
- Award
- ARIA Award for Best Original Soundtrack, Cast or Show Album
- Award
- ARIA Award for Best Male Artist
- Award
- ARIA Award for Best Pop Release
- Award
- ARIA Award for Best Independent Release
- Award
- ARIA Award for Best Adult Contemporary Album
- Award
- Libera Award for Best Live Act
- Award
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature
Groups
- Nick Cave & the Bad Seedselectric guitar, eponymous, harmonica, lead vocals, organ, original, percussion, piano · 1983current
- Grinderman2006current
- Moron Tabernacle Choircurrent
- The Bootleggersoriginalcurrent
- The Boys Next Door1977–1980
- The Birthday Partylead vocals, original, saxophone · 1980–1983
- The Immaculate Consumptiveoriginal · 1983–1983
Played together with
- Barry AdamsonThe Birthday Party · 1982–1982 · additional, bass
- Chris WalshThe Birthday Party · 1982–1982 · additional, bass
- Des HeffnerThe Birthday Party · 1983–1983 · additional, drums (drum set)
- Harry HowardThe Birthday Party · 1982–1982 · additional, bass
- Jeffrey WegenerThe Birthday Party · 1983–1983 · additional, drums (drum set)
- Jim SclavunosGrinderman · 2006
- Martyn P. CaseyGrinderman · 2006
Mick HarveyThe Birthday Party · 1980–1983 · guitar, keyboard, original- Phillip CalvertThe Birthday Party · 1980–1982 · drums (drum set), original
- Rowland S. HowardThe Birthday Party · 1980–1983 · background vocals, guitar, original
- Tracy PewThe Birthday Party · 1980–1983 · bass, original
Warren EllisGrinderman · 2006
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Edward Cave, Nic Cave, Nicholas Cave, Nicholas Edward, Nicholas Edward Cave, Nick Caeve
Australian singer‐songwriter, musician and score composer
Nicholas Edward Cave is an Australian singer, musician and writer. He is the frontman of the rock band Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. Known for his baritone voice, Cave's music is characterised by emotional intensity, a wide variety of influences and lyrical obsessions with death, religion, love, and violence.
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