Nick Cave can always be relied upon to cut through the bullshit. If there was any such thing as a manual to navigate the onslaught of constant “FFS!” that is the world in 2025, then it would be likely to be found within The Red Hand Files, the section of the Australian singer-songwriter and Bad Seed leader’s website where he answers fan queries. His replies have covered everything from what he did on holiday to how his grief over his son Arthur’s death 10 years ago has morphed over time. He talks on the small questions, the big questions and the biggest questions.
A few days ago, Alistair from Australia asked Cave, “I’ve had several disagreements with friends about where you stand on things. Where do you… stand?” and Cave answered with typical wisdom.
