Carnage

was i not paying attention? as this meteor of love, hope, beauty, and unrestrained ugliness dropped with a startling thud in front of me? you have my attention now!almost seedless, but not needless, this is a quite magnificent piece of work, nick cave and warren ellis combine to forge forward into newer environs, whilst completely retaining and reinforcing the essence of the bad seeds. the ghosteens of the past (in 40 odd years it's the only album of his that i have no time for), blown away, leaving a clean surface to build on. and build they have...........synth driven, in an entirely different way to its predecessor, with elements of ellis's inspirational violin, guitar, loops etc, skillfully wrapping themselves around the words and the voice, adding further urgency and sympathy to the pieces. i can find no fault here, it's an entirely cohesive and complete album, but the one folks'll talk about initially is 'white elephant' - outstanding song, from the first few seconds identifies itself as classic, and fitting to sit with his best work, as it builds to a huge crescendo reminiscent of the 'abattoir blues' period - you'll think you recognize this piece, but you won't! it's that good! and if you don't agree, 'i'll shoot you for fun'!the whole is the result of two talented individuals, open and honest with each other, and willing to take things forward, not content to stand still or rest on the laurels of a (truly magnificent) back catalogue - what's the point?i think this may prove to be his/their finest work.............................so far.ok, the above is how i reviewed the album in february when the download/streaming thing became available, and now in possession of the physical product in june, have to say i stand by every impression i had then. i deliberately listened to the album only a few times, then stopped dead, resolving not to again until the 'proper'? release arrived. i am so glad i did this, as it smashed me right in the teeth upon re-commencing - this is a work of rare beauty and rare brutality.nick cave has opened his albums with some brilliant 1st tracks, and 'hand of god' is up there with the very best of them - easily engenders 'the dennis hopper (in blue velvet) effect, the hairs on the back of my neck (such as they are) stand on end even if i just think about the song! in an album of killers, the biggest killer is still 'white elephant' (described above), it soars, it soars!i didn't expect anything else, but for me this is crammed with the element nickcavium that was sorely missing from (i.m.o.) the awful 'ghosteen' - i know, i know! - however, this and 'idiot prayer' - the best use of lockdown? you betcha, carnage creators!

..anything they’ve done.Eight beautiful songs, flawlessly performed by the greatest songwriting duo working today. If you can catch them on the current tour then it’s a must see, and possibly the last opportunity you’ll get to see them play venues as small as Blackpool Opera House or The Globe Theatre in Stockton. Go on, treat yourself.

Nick beckons you over and plays the opening chords. Warren surrounds you with atmosphere. Nick sings and the gospel influenced backing singers join him. You listen to the power of the words as the music washes beautifully and warmly over you. You don't realise you are crying...but you are.Sensational.

The album is fantastic. Nice song booklet Inside too. Marked 4 stars as record has loads of little marks on it.

A beautiful, haunting and powerful album.

Nick cave on form, brilliant.

Not as good as Ghosteen but very closeAll Nick Cave fans will love it

Love the album.. a very serious work.. sheer beauty, with gorgeous strings... recommend without hesitation..

Una joya de Warren y Nick.

MESSY!

Per gli amanti di Nick Cave: un capolavoro

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Está claro que la dichosa pandemia musicalmente ha sido positiva. Este CD de Nick Cave y su eterno Wareen Ellis es ante todo una vuelta de The Bad Seeds. Parece que Cave ha superado, sus pérdidas familiares y ha vuelto con toda su rabia e intensidad. Si Idiot Prayer era como la conclusión de un duelo pendiente, este Carnage es la demostración que no ha perdido un ápice de la fuerza de Bad Seeds . Bienvenido a este mundo tan duro como fascinante.