Nick Cave has returned with a new album, Wild God, and it feels like the culmination of themes he’s been exploring for years. Known for his poetic, metaphor-laden storytelling and existential musings, Cave has always found ways to channel his demons through grand concepts. However, Wild God feels more raw and direct, perhaps reflecting the profound grief he’s experienced after the loss of his two sons. This album, in many ways, reads like a cathartic release—less concerned with symbolism and more with emotional clarity.
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