Bad Seed: The Biography of Nick Cave [Paperback]

Ian Johnston (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1996

Nick Cave has repeatedly succeeded in creating idiosyncratic, obsessive lyrical visions which make no concession to prevailing musical fads. His personal life has been equally turbulent and this book tells the full story of his drug addiction. It offers an overview of his career to date, unravelling the motivation of this reluctant icon and exploring his unique appeal. With exclusive interviews with Cave's fellow musicians, friends, and colleagues, Johnston illustrates a life lived in barely controlled chaos and provides a vivid portrait of a maverick artist.

Editorial Reviews

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'Gripping and well-written... an appropriately pukka examination.' Q 'Harshly compelling... an enthralling biography." ESQUIRE 'Most impressive... Bad Seed stands worthy of the man and that is some achievement.' NME 'Scrupulous, complex and intriguing.' MOJO 'A primer of the fearful side of rock... very well written.' MAIL ON SUNDAY 'Genuinely intriguing... notably frank.' GQ 'So interesting!' KYLIE MINOGUE

About the Author

As a freelance writer, Ian Johnston has contributed numerous articles on film and music to various publications. He has also worked on several music videos. His book on the career of the The Cramps was described as "one of the best and most diligently researched music books of all time."

Product Details

• Paperback: 344 pages
• Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group (October 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0349107785
• ISBN-13: 978-0349107783
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #149,299 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fascinating book about a fascinating man, May 12, 2002

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This review is from: Bad Seed: The Biography of Nick Cave (Paperback)

This book is wonderful. I just couldn't put it down. It's thoroughly detailed, and full of great anecdotes about Nick and his bandmates, which made me laugh more than anything I've read for a long time.
It's certainly a worthy biography of this remarkable artist.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!, May 14, 2011

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This review is from: Bad Seed: The Biography of Nick Cave (Paperback)

An excellent biography, befittingly dark and seedy,
very well researched and written.
I wanted to read it again from the beginning the second I finished it.
Excellent book.

5.0 out of 5 stars swallowed deeper into the wonderful world of nick cave, July 12, 2010

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This review is from: Bad Seed: The Biography of Nick Cave (Paperback)

I was enthralled at the amount of information and research put into this biography. As with all books, my expectations are moderate in an attempt to not be disappointed with the text, but Bad Seed proved to be an excellent read! I love finding out new and interesting facts or details that in my many years of dedicating my time to the life and music of Nick Cave I have not come across. It keeps me hooked! The information chronicling the early years is fantastic as well. This was by all means a wonderful find for any Nick Cave fan!