Titanic Rising
Weyes Blood · 2019
57 min · 14 tracks · psychedelic folk
Haunting melodies entwined with lush orchestration create an ethereal soundscape that reflects contemporary existentialism.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- haunting melodies for introspection ethereal soundscapes for quiet moments cathartic reflections on existence
- Context
- By the time 'Titanic Rising' was released in January 2019, Weyes Blood, the stage name of Natalie Mering, had established herself with two previous albums. This third studio album marked her artistic breakthrough, showcasing a more refined sound that built on the lo-fi aesthetics of her earlier work while incorporating rich orchestral elements and introspective lyrics.
- If you like
- psychedelic folk
Titanic Rising is an album by Weyes Blood, released in 2019. Haunting melodies entwined with lush orchestration create an ethereal soundscape that reflects contemporary existentialism. 'Titanic Rising' received widespread critical acclaim, landing on numerous year-end lists and solidifying Weyes Blood's status within the indie music scene. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and was nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards, highlighting its cultural significance in contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Titanic Rising sound like?
Haunting melodies entwined with lush orchestration create an ethereal soundscape that reflects contemporary existentialism. Rooted in psychedelic folk.
What makes Titanic Rising by Weyes Blood notable?
'Titanic Rising' received widespread critical acclaim, landing on numerous year-end lists and solidifying Weyes Blood's status within the indie music scene. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and was nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards, highlighting its cultural significance in contemporary music. By the time 'Titanic Rising' was released in January 2019, Weyes Blood, the stage name of Natalie Mering, had established herself with two previous albums. This third studio album marked her artistic breakthrough, showcasing a more refined sound that built on the lo-fi aesthetics of her earlier work while incorporating rich orchestral elements and introspective lyrics.
Who is Titanic Rising for?
Titanic Rising works well if you're into haunting melodies for introspection, ethereal soundscapes for quiet moments and cathartic reflections on existence.
How many songs are on Titanic Rising?
Titanic Rising has 14 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 A Lot’s Gonna Change 4:22
- 2 Andromeda Standout 4:40
- 3 Everyday 5:07
- 4 Something to Believe Standout 4:46
- 5 Titanic Rising 1:36
- 6 Movies Standout 5:54
- 7 Mirror Forever 5:06
- 8 Wild Time 6:09
- 9 Picture Me Better 3:42
- 10 Nearer to Thee 1:06
Disc 2
- 1 A Lot Has Changed (Rough Trade session) 0:53
- 2 Everyday (Rough Trade session) 4:16
- 3 Something to Believe (Rough Trade session) 4:50
- 4 Wild Time (Rough Trade session) 4:39
Release Date
January 1, 2019
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
57 min 6 sec
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