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The chaotic years of Nick Cave's band the Birthday Party

Australian gothic — Photographer David Corio remembers shooting Nick Cave and his band, the Birthday Party, in the early 80s, during their much-hated, turbulent period of living in London.

Written by: Daniel Dylan Wray
Music

Inside Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds’ biggest ever shows

‘Why shouldn’t we play arenas?’ — As the legendary band round off the biggest tour of their career, we catch up with drummer Jim Sclavunos to discuss progress, punch-ups, and the ‘pornography of violence.’

Written by: Daniel Dylan Wray
Film

Ten mesmerising collaborations between musicians and directors

Sound + Vision — Electronic duo Solar Bears and filmmaker Michael Robinson have teamed up for one of this year's best albums so far. In the spirit of collaboration, Huck asked them to rate each other's favourite partnerships between filmmakers and musicians.

Written by: Cian Traynor

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