Why Creativity Necessitates Eclecticism: Nick Cave's Influences | Brain Pickings

<blockquote class='posterous_short_quote'>As a firm believer in combinatorial creativity, I’m always interested in the ecosystem of influences and how we honor those who inspire us. Reader Will Shaw points me to this handwritten note by music icon Nick Cave entitled “More Things to Remember…,” courtesy of Melbourne’s Arts Centre, in which Cave lists some of his influences.</blockquote>

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