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Nick Cave Discusses Profound Impact of Losing Two Sons

Cave reflects on how grief reshaped his life, values, and relationship with fans.

  • Cave lost his 15-year-old son Arthur in 2015 and his eldest son Jethro in 2022.
  • He describes how these losses shifted his focus from artistic self-indulgence to personal connections.
  • Grief has deepened his sense of compassion and connection to humanity.
  • His website, The Red Hand Files, became a lifeline, allowing him to engage with fans' grief.
  • Cave's new album, 'Wild God,' will be released on August 30, followed by a UK and EU tour.
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