Australian post-punk band fronted by Nick Cave, active in the late 1970s and early 1980s, known for intense live performances and abrasive recordings.

Frontman Nick Cave later formed Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. Core members included Nick Cave, Mick Harvey, Rowland S. Howard, Tracy Pew and Phill Calvert.

The single DeBaser review praises The Birthday Party's live ferocity, highlighting Live 1981 - 82 as a definitive live document. The review emphasizes theatrical performances, standout tracks like "Junkyard" and "Nick The Stripper," and the band's raw, explosive stage presence.

For:Fans of Nick Cave, post-punk, raw/live recordings and aggressive stage performances.

 

From Nick Cave's first band, we have two live albums: "It's Still Living" and "Live 1981 - 82".

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