Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds have released a fascinating behind-the-scenes clip from the making of their upcoming album Wild God. Slated for release on 30th August, this album marks another chapter in the band’s illustrious career.
Nick Cave, the legendary Australian songwriter, started crafting the album on New Year’s Day 2023. The recording sessions took place at the stunning Miraval in Provence and Soundtree in London. The album features guest appearances from Radiohead’s Colin Greenwood on bass and Luis Almau on nylon string and acoustic guitar.
The newly released album trailer gives fans an intimate look at the band’s creative process. The footage captures the intensity and passion of the group, highlighting the deep inter-band relationships and the shared sense of inspiration. Watching these snippets, one can almost feel the energy and commitment poured into each track.
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Nick Cave described his hopes for the album: “I hope the album has the effect on listeners that it’s had on me. It bursts out of the speaker, and I get swept up with it. It’s a complicated record, but it’s also deeply and joyously infectious. There is never a masterplan when we make a record. The records rather reflect back the emotional state of the writers and musicians who played them. Listening to this, I don’t know, it seems we’re happy.”
He continues, “Wild God…there’s no fucking around with this record. When it hits, it hits. It lifts you. It moves you. I love that about it.”
The studio in Provence, with its state-of-the-art facilities and breathtaking surroundings, provided a fitting backdrop for such a sonically ambitious project. The album promises to be a mix of complexity and infectious joy, a true reflection of the band’s emotional state during its creation.
Wild God Tracklisting:
- Song of the Lake
- Wild God
- Frogs
- Joy
- Final Rescue Attempt
- Conversion
- Cinnamon Horses
- Long Dark Night
- O Wow O Wow (How Wonderful She Is)
- As the Waters Cover the Sea
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds have once again shown why they are one of the most compelling acts in music today. Tune in below to get a glimpse of the magic behind Wild God.
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