Titantic Rising is the fourth studio album written and sang by Natalie Mering, otherwise known as Weyes Blood. It has now been 4 years since its release, and the impact on modern alternative music can still be seen today.
This album is explorative of many concepts. Through her poetic lyricism and hauntingly beautiful voice Natalie divulges into the world within her music. Ideas surrounding existentialism, the human experience, and the sinking of the Titanic are explored.
Some standout tracks from the album include “A Lot’s Gonna Change,” “Movies,” and “Andromeda.” showcases Weyes Blood’s ability to create a cinematic and immersive listening experience, making it a notable work in the indie music landscape.
“A Lot’s Gonna Change” is the opening track for the album, setting the tone and dreamscape for every other track to follow. The lyrics reflect on growing, changing, the passage of time, and an intense nostalgia. The song describes a feeling of longing and inner reflection. It guides listeners to the cinematic dreamscape that Natalie creates within her music. “A lot’s gonna change In your lifetime. Try to leave it all behind In your lifetime.”
“Movies” captures a mix of nostalgia and contemplation, blending Weyes Blood’s introspective songwriting with her ability to create a scenic landscape that transports listeners. The lyrics convey a sense of yearning and the desire for a love that mirrors the intensity and drama found in movies. Weyes Blood reflects on the idea that real life doesn’t always measure up to the idealized and often romanticized portrayals seen in films. “The meaning of life doesn’t shine like that screen.”
“Andromeda” showcases Weyes Blood’s ability to blend elements of folk, pop, and orchestral music. The song is characterized by its sweeping melodies, ethereal vocals, and a sense of emotional depth. Like other tracks on “Titanic Rising,” “Andromeda” contributes to the album’s overall exploration of existential themes and the human experience in the contemporary world. “Andromeda’s a big, wide open galaxy. Nothing in it for me except a heart that’s lazy. Running from my own life now.”
I am from Austin, Texas and grew up in a small town near San Antonio. I started photography when I was a young teen and I have always had an inclination towards art and music. I have been running a small photo business for six years now, and have learned and exciting things as well as engaged in really cool photography-related opportunities in that time. When I am not taking photos, I am a college student studying electronic media, I love thrifting, I run a small zine called "Sea of Youth" with my best friends, and I am exploring the outdoors.
