The Proposition
Nick Cave · 2005
42 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · blues · country
A haunting blend of minimalist instrumentation and evocative storytelling steeped in the Australian outback's starkness.
The Proposition is an album by Nick Cave, released in 2005. A haunting blend of minimalist instrumentation and evocative storytelling steeped in the Australian outback's starkness. 'The Proposition' received critical acclaim for its atmospheric music, earning a nomination for Best Original Score at the Australian Film Institute Awards. The soundtrack played a crucial role in enhancing the film's narrative and emotional weight, influencing how soundtracks were perceived in relation to cinematic storytelling. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Proposition sound like?
A haunting blend of minimalist instrumentation and evocative storytelling steeped in the Australian outback's starkness. Rooted in alternative rock and blues.
What makes The Proposition by Nick Cave notable?
'The Proposition' received critical acclaim for its atmospheric music, earning a nomination for Best Original Score at the Australian Film Institute Awards. The soundtrack played a crucial role in enhancing the film's narrative and emotional weight, influencing how soundtracks were perceived in relation to cinematic storytelling. Released in January 2005, 'The Proposition' is a soundtrack album created for the film of the same name. This period followed Nick Cave's successful collaboration with Warren Ellis on previous projects, marking a deepening of their creative partnership. The album further established Cave's reputation as a significant composer beyond his work with The Bad Seeds.
How many songs are on The Proposition?
The Proposition has 16 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Happy Land 1:36
- 2 The Proposition #1 3:24
- 3 Road to Banyon 1:40
- 4 Down to the Valley 3:48
- 5 Moan Thing 2:46
- 6 The Rider #1 1:15
- 7 Martha’s Dream Standout 3:07
- 8 Gun Thing Standout 4:28
- 9 Queenie’s Suite 3:30
- 10 The Rider #2 2:59
- 11 The Proposition #2 2:42
- 12 Sad Violin Thing 0:50
- 13 The Rider #3 1:08
- 14 The Proposition #3 2:59
- 15 The Rider Song 2:30
- 16 Clean Hands, Dirty Hands Standout 3:33
Release Date
January 1, 2005
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
42 min 22 sec
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