A 15-track soundtrack released on Lakeshore Records, featuring extended ambient and instrumental pieces with a runtime spanning over an hour, capturing the film's emotional depths.
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Nick Cave & Warren Ellis
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Nick Cave & Warren Ellis, A deep dive into cinematic soundscapes by Nick Cave & Warren Ellis.
Thirteen vinyl releases spanning ambient and film scores; key LPs often trade between €12 and €20.
Nick Cave & Warren Ellis are a prolific duo in cinematic music, known for immersive, instrumental soundtracks and ambient compositions. Their vinyl catalog includes studio and live recordings, primarily multi-format LP releases from 2010 onwards. Collaborations span award-winning film scores like "The Proposition" and "Wind River". The music covers various moods, often instrumental, integrating violin, piano, and electronic elements.
Their work is appreciated among vinyl collectors for its deliberate sonic textures and the emotional layering present in both limited editions and reissues on labels like Lakeshore and Goliath Enterprises.
Discography
Nick Cave & Warren Ellis — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Music On Vinyl · 2024
Goliath Records · 2023
Lakeshore Records · 2023
Netflix Music, LLC · 2022
Invada · 2021
Goliath Records · 2021
Milan · 2018
Milan · 2017
Lakeshore Records · 2017
Lakeshore Records · 2017
Milan · 2016
Sony Classical · 2012
Mute · 2010Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Nick Cave & Warren Ellis's career.

The essentials
The 3 Nick Cave & Warren Ellis albums you absolutely need
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An 8-track studio album blending ambient and art rock elements, issued worldwide by Goliath Records with consistent availability and a steady vinyl market interest.
Soundtrack comprising 13 instrumental pieces focused on nature themes, released on Invada. This album has both standard and limited picture disc editions, sought after for audio fidelity.
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For vinyl die-hards
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Market values (source: Discogs)
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Notable pressings & editions
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Their music uses violin and piano alongside electronic loops to create rich textures.— Analysis of their instrumental approach
The Proposition soundtrack awarded in 2005
Nick Cave and Warren Ellis composed the soundtrack for John Hillcoat's 2005 film The Proposition, earning the AFI Award and FCCA Award, highlighting their early notable work in film scoring.
Soundtrack for The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford
In 2007, the duo composed the soundtrack for Andrew Dominik’s Western film, receiving significant attention for its atmospheric qualities, contributing to their growing influence in soundtrack composition.
Multiple collaborations with director John Hillcoat
Nick Cave & Warren Ellis crafted scores for several John Hillcoat films, including The Road (2009) and Lawless (2012), both projects underscoring their sustained impact in cinematic composition.
Wind River vinyl editions, multiple pressings
Wind River has seen at least seven vinyl versions, including limited editions and reissues across regions such as UK and Japan, with prices ranging from around €16.52 to over €22. It remains a sought-after soundtrack on vinyl.
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FAQ: Nick Cave & Warren Ellis on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who are Nick Cave & Warren Ellis?
Nick Cave & Warren Ellis are an Australian duo known for composing atmospheric film scores and ambient music since the early 2000s.
What genres do Nick Cave & Warren Ellis cover on vinyl?
Their vinyl releases cover ambient, film soundtracks, instrumental, and live concert recordings spanning various moods and styles.
Which labels have issued their vinyl records in Europe?
European vinyl pressings mostly come from Lakeshore Records and Invada, with notable releases like Blonde and La Panthère Des Neiges.
Are Nick Cave & Warren Ellis's soundtracks available on limited edition vinyl?
Yes, several releases including Australian Carnage and Wind River have limited edition and picture disc variants prized by collectors.
How many vinyl albums have Nick Cave & Warren Ellis released?
The duo has over a dozen vinyl albums available, including studio albums, soundtracks, and live recordings.
What is the typical price range of Nick Cave & Warren Ellis vinyl on the secondary market?
Prices for their key vinyl soundtracks commonly range from about €12 to €20 depending on pressing and edition rarity.
Which Nick Cave & Warren Ellis track is most popular on?
"Song for Jesse" leads with over 470,000 plays and 90,000 listeners, highlighting wide recognition among listeners.
Are there vinyl releases of Nick Cave & Warren Ellis in France?
Yes, several soundtracks have European pressings available in France, such as Blonde and the picture disc edition of La Panthère Des Neiges.
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- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
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