Name: The First Born is Dead
Brand: Nick Cave

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

5414939710216

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Discogs ID

[r6227888]

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-12-07

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

5099923699625

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CD/DVD

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2018-10-01

2 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Nick Cave

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Mute

Please note, some Mute issues also carry an EMI logo. This is not a label and EMI should not be added as a label, it instead indicates that Mute was part of the EMI Group.

Founded in 1978 by [a=Daniel Miller], Mute (also known as [l36339]) releases various forms of music, with an emphasis on electronic and experimental pop. In May 2002 the label was acquired by the [l=EMI Group]. In 2010 Miller did an agreement with EMI to handle Mute as an independent label again, licensing the trademark from EMI via his company [l=Mute Artists Ltd.], but EMI kept the rights over Mute's back catalogue. After the EMI Group was dissolved, in 2012 [l206061] acquired [l636]'s back catalogue.

Branch offices exist in Germany ([l168349]) and in North America ([l36296]). 

Mute has spawned many regional and special-interest sublabels, some of which are still active. One offshoot, [l=Parallel Series], even became independent of [l636] Mute also operates Mute Bank Mail Order, which sells the label's merchandise directly to consumers. Mute Bank published two issues of [i]Mute Statement[/i], a softcover book that details the entire discography of the label and includes band profiles and photos of release artwork.

Another label strongly associated with Mute is [l=Toast Hawaii], run by [a=Depeche Mode]'s [a=Andrew Fletcher].

Label code: [b]LC 05834[/b] / [b]LC 5834[/b]

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generally stand for promo copies.
‘[b]L[/b]’, included to the catalog numbers,
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<p>Nick Cave is a multi-talented Australian artist, known for his contributions to music, literature, and film. Born on September 22, 1957 in Warracknabeal, Victoria, Australia, he has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. With his diverse skills as a musician, songwriter, author, screenwriter, and occasional film actor, Nick Cave has captivated audiences worldwide. His artistic range knows no bounds as he continues to push boundaries and create thought-provoking work. Nick Cave's talent and creativity have earned him a well-deserved place among the most influential artists of our time.</p>

Vinyl transfer approval overseen by Mick Harvey Summer 2014, cut at Abbey Road studios. Vinyl is heavyweight 180 gram with Download. After emerging from the unbridled chaos of the Birthday Party, Cave pursued the ominous, bluesy direction hinted at by his erstwhile band's later work. 1985's 'First Born is Dead' finds Cave perfecting the punk-blues world he began exploring on 'From Her to Eternity'. Combining manic, roots-influenced raving with decadent Brechtian Artsong, Cave comes off like the Australian Jeffrey Lee Pierce. Obsessed with the dark edges of Americana, he tackles the Presley myth (also referenced by the album's title) on 'Tupelo,' delivers an ode to 'Blind Lemon Jefferson' and gleefully dismembers Dylan's outlaw ballad 'Wanted Man.' On the artier side, the cabaretish 'The Moon is in the Gutter' displays the lyrical agility that would soon become a Cave trademark.

Remastered limited CD / DVD set featuring the original album, plus a 5.1 surround sound version, b-side 'The Six Strings That Drew Blood', the single version of 'Tupelo' plus videos for 'Wanted Man' and 'Tupelo' and a documentary about the album. 

The First Born is Dead

Music GB

Discover The First Born is Dead by Nick Cave. Vinyl transfer overseen by Mick Harvey, cut at Abbey Road studios. Available in CD and LP formats. Remastered limited CD/DVD set with bonus content. Label: Mute.