Mauro Giannasi

 The album is nervous, full of fears and dark sides, screams.

 "Swampland" is nasty, vomitous, abrasive, acidic, shouted... one of the most violent and impressionistic records of Nick Cave.

This review explores The Birthday Party's 1989 compilation album Mutiny\The Bad Seed, highlighting its raw intensity and dark emotional depth. It discusses the band's turbulent final year, the powerful and neurotic performances of Nick Cave and his bandmates, and the album's cathartic effect. The music ranges from abrasive punk screams to slower, haunting melodies, representing the chaotic essence of the band and era. A must-listen for fans of dark, intense punk rock. Dive into The Birthday Party's dark and intense world—listen to Mutiny\The Bad Seed to experience punk like never before.