Weyes Blood: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

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[@joeagger]

the slide guitar in Andromeda never gets old. modern classic

[@ezzong]

Right? It sounds so Harrison it's making me smile everytime i hear it.

[@joeagger]

@@ezzong yesssss! Harrison with a hint of Raitt 🥰

[@sergioluna7093]

best ever.

[@lilykingdon4128]

THAT'S why I like it so much!!!!

[@GuiFreitasP]

Blake Mills is truly a guitar genius

[@christophermaxieii8727]

Critically acclaimed album and still somehow underrated. I genuinely think this is the best album of 2019, and one of the best of the decade.

[@ainaazain1351]

Totally agree

[@cl8804]

mäh

[@omarnavarrete3339]

Best of the decade is a little ambitious

[@christophermaxieii8727]

Omar Navarrete ONE of the best of the decade

[@bobf5360]

That's a pretty big claim. Maybe you should listen to some Tedeschi Trucks.

[@denomava5470]

The fact that Titanic Rising wasn't nominated for a Grammy is my villain origin story

[@arosdeluna]

same

[@kathryngamboa2569]

honestly... it's a perfect album -- and the visuals too...

[@77dris]

Most of the music that gets nominated and wins grammys are garbage, so the fact this album didn't get nominated is pretty much what should have happened. Weyes Blood > Grammys

[@juli3836]

Grammys don't care about actual good music.

[@nochannelmusician769]

Grammys are trash anyway

[@swindlehappy9309]

If Natalie isn't gonna sing at my funeral then I'm not dying.

[@OdaMaria]

😆 ...same

[@terrestrialcelestial]

Ha!! Love it 🙌

[@nickvanasas5280]

wag ganyan, kuya

[@vervor]

😂😂

[@loaduponc]

And if I don’t hear her singing after I die I’m not going to heaven

[@jtshoes321]

Wild time is one of those songs that i dont listen to often because everytime i hear it I want it to feel as close to the first time i heard it as possible

[@cecimastrianni]

My favorite song

[@gingermcmahon3479]

listened to it right away for the first time bc of you and you’re SO RIGHT. great experience 12/10

[@cd.4595]

this is me with especially movies and now god turn me into a flower!!! also wild time but for those two ive played them under ten times because they’re reserved like fine wine for me

[@acwitjaapljtmmfbamos]

@@cd.4595those two songs have made me cry nearly every time I’ve listened to them. She’s my favorite artist for a reason

[@mahamkhan910]

this album is criminally underrated. weyes blood is phenomenal.

[@СедельниковВалерий]

@@ArchKnight28 At the same time no Grammy nominations

[@mahamkhan910]

@@ArchKnight28 Ha yes. I wish more people knew about it.

[@СедельниковВалерий]

@@ArchKnight28 However, most critically acclaimed album among the nominees (Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves) won in this year.

[@TestTest123ization]

@@СедельниковВалерий I think the voters need to be familiar with the artist because they probably don't have time to listen to everything like critics do, and the artist might need a popular fan base. There are many albums better than most of the album of the year nominees and the same artists get nominated in their categories often.

[@GoodChicken]

Weyes Noir I think Golden Hour and WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP were steps in the right direction in terms of AOTY wins

[@kana9076]

0:00 Andromeda 4:45 Wild Time 11:31 Picture Me Better

[@johnnybluezz]

classic youtube hero

[@brittneypearce7464]

I love you

[@tardilinguam4411]

[@turtlewaffle3635]

[@iuribonfim]

you rock

[@poplar1376]

“Picture us better We finally found a winter for your sweater” my heart broke

[@thomas_h4288]

Her sound is just so intoxicating

[@DonnieBrasco-dy9yd]

Yes, she definitely does sound like she's on drugs. Totally agree.

[@youlookeasytodraw123]

@@DonnieBrasco-dy9yd bruh

[@krow8940]

weyes blood: *sings* me: *transcends*

[@johnnyflamevlogz8203]

Her vibrato is gorgeous

[@jonathanparker6209]

I swear, her music makes me feel like I'm having an out of body experience...

[@DanielC__]

Jonathan Parker you are having an out of body experience listening to this, and it’s not a good one.

[@jonathanparker6209]

@@DanielC__ Why so?

[@j.sobral1811]

WITH bass player

[@chakitaklla1114]

The girl on the backing vocals has a gorgeous voice.

[@returnofbeaux]

you should hear her in the album.

[@JB-bi4lf]

I like her mustache

[@armandblake]

@@JB-bi4lf that’s where the power resides

[@flayv999]

i actually thought she was a theremin on the studio recording because of how good she is

[@theoozmachine]

@@returnofbeaux which track specifically? Couldn't make out a different voice in any of the songs, thought it was all Natalie.

[@AbrahamCloud]

Strangely intoxicating. Very progressive for a folk format. Oddly there is some obscure Bowie influence here. Glad I found you.

[@ClemintineCake]

the whole album Titanic Rising is wonderful

[@rome8180]

I've been wondering if people miss how sophisticated this music is because they don't expect it from the folk genre. I can definitely see the Bowie influence.

[@patriciofernandez2711]

I hadn't thought about that, but now it reminds me of Space Oddity era Bowie.

[@Michael-zl1nx]

listening to her earlier more droney and avant garde ambient folk like "the outside room" definitely gives me second half of "heroes" bowie vibes as far as where influences for where music such as that could be drawn from. it also gives me an interesting perspective for where her sophistication in her arrangements derives from as most modern pop artists haven't dabbled in such obscure and inaccessible genres

[@MrTchupam]

Yup. There’s a lot happening here for sure. She’s the best thing I listened to after Radiohead

[@glory4280]

Titanic Rising is my personal AOTY of 2019. such haunting and candid lyrics and soundscape. thanks NPR for making this concert happen!

[@jhunt5578]

AOTY?

[@manuelvelazquez5400]

jhunt5578 Album of the year

[@yanivs5768]

2019 AOTY

[@Sea_witch_]

Definitely.

[@Storanzo98]

Same here, with black midi’s Schlagenheim coming up with a very close second

[@JaidevAshok]

Absolutely adore the bassist's voice. I'm going to keep coming back for the harmonies.

[@lola1987fudgeyouu]

Yeah, who's her bassist? Cant find her info online

[@smelly4373]

ladybugmerringue from the description, Eliana Athayde is her name. Her voice perfectly goes with Natalie’s

[@lola1987fudgeyouu]

@@smelly4373 the first place I shudda looked 😊 thanks

[@EnidColeslaw]

She's excellent!

[@phillipwindass8633]

I was thinking the same thing. So beautiful.

[@taytaysqurt3808]

She’s the jewel in an otherwise dreadful year of my life. 2019 has been extremely terrible, but the existence of Titanic Rising has helped me cope with it.

[@EnidColeslaw]

Hearing you man. 2019 was a struggle but Titanic Rising was one of the bright spots in my life.

[@shzykh]

Me too

[@nmadrid12]

same here. It was a gem in an otherwise dreadful year.

[@penclaw]

well, someone said there are no coincidences in life, maybe she recorded that album subconsciously to help other souls out? imagine if she didn't exist or was born but never created such art, sad timeline and probably tragic for some people :(

[@paulcassidy4559]

Did we have the same year? Lol.

[@m-a-s-e-y]

My guitar teacher just joined the band. I'm excited for him because Weyes Blood has some awesome stuff.

[@bailarinasesina1752]

coooool!!!!! whats your teachers name?

[@m-a-s-e-y]

@@bailarinasesina1752 He's not on any album covers (yet) but he's touring with them currently. His name is Dillon Casey.

[@bailarinasesina1752]

@@m-a-s-e-y omg that's so cool, i'll look out for him on any tour vids

[@yusufeke2377]

I was at the concert today in berlin and it was amazing!! Was ist the blonde one? Long hair?

[@m-a-s-e-y]

@@yusufeke2377 Yes!! Thats the one

[@poplar1376]

The backing vocal around Wild Time is *chef's kiss*

[@andreasegura8794]

She’s literally one of the greatest singers nowadays. So amazing. Her voice is pure beauty. I love her so much. I’ll appreciate if you gave her the recognition she deserves.

[@77dris]

This entire band is talented.

[@rickashley2322]

I'd very much like to add a name . Adrianne lenker

[@flayv999]

@@rickashley2322 YES! my 2 favorite female artists. i dont think #3 is even close

[@ORIGINALGAMINGGUY]

Picture Me Better is one of the most beautiful pieces of music I've ever heard

[@acwitjaapljtmmfbamos]

The chorus made me melt the first time I heard it

[@NKB_POE]

bass player is actually really good backing vocal singer too

[@nonpolygon]

she is real cool

[@dubudubudan]

Eliana Athayde

[@JohnWayne-86ed]

I agree, but why does she have a mustache?🤔

[@seedlesswatermelon417]

No lie, i thought she was a dude.

[@JohnWayne-86ed]

@@seedlesswatermelon417 You must have noticed the stache.

[@Sea_witch_]

Weyes Blood is the experience I never thought I'd have on this decade. I just love the comfort I find in her music and voice, not all is lost ❤

[@OMGIGILY]

beautifully put!!!

[@Sea_witch_]

@@OMGIGILY thank you ♡

[@christophernobody7471]

Annelie SE yes yes yes yes that’s exactly it

[@yellowclouds3722]

So warm, authentic & but so original

[@Sea_witch_]

@@yellowclouds3722 thanks :) it's just how i feel

[@adamkadmonmusick]

i dont really even listen to this style of music, but this album changed my life...

[@adamkadmonmusick]

it aint an exaggeration

[@CassieG.]

"It's a wild time to be alive." Really feeling that now in 2020!

[@fa.briciooliveira]

2022:

[@goslow676]

She's an elf princess.

[@johnninham2193]

"elfin genre!"

[@ATB462]

Those ears!!!

[@guerinetienne]

"I finally found a winter for your sweater" is one of the greatest line since "I wanna talk to you, I wanna shampoo you"!!!

[@elizabethcamacho4809]

It can be related "I want to knit you a sweater"

[@wintergirll]

That lyric sounds so cringe

[@---kp1dp]

@@wintergirll Listen to Carey by Joni Mitchell - you will not find it cringe

[@busstop5165]

@@---kp1dp do you mean All I Want by Joni Mitchell?

[@salaovea]

Lol yes ❤️

[@MrCatitaM]

Picture me better is the most beautiful and noble song I have ever heard in my life.

[@mauijaystar]

She is profoundly, stunningly, almost terrifyingly talented.

[@dylanoliver3002]

Titanic Rising is one of those albums where you could say any song on it is your favorite and you wouldn't be wrong. Absolutely gorgeous!

[@Retr0ver4]

Wild time might just be my favourite

[@Retr0ver4]

I got this album a year ago, still adore it

[@mavave]

Brilliant backing vocals (and drive) by the bassist!

[@StellaRoweCooper]

agree agree!!

[@PinkAmadeus]

"I finally found a winter for your sweater." I couldn't picture it better.

[@JoshChristiane]

She is straight out of the 60's. A classic icon at heart.

[@TheGobbit]

Titanic Rising is such an incredible album. It’s probably the only album that I’ve listened to that sounds flawless. Can’t wait to see Weyes Blood in Australia next year

[@DefenestrateYourself]

The Gobbit Its definitely good. Although I much prefer “Front Row Seat to Earth”.

[@poplar1376]

I'm in love, really in love with "Andromeda" there's something magical in that song

[@lucasvinicius4599]

Discovered the album this morning and astonished with how similar to the studio version her voice is, beautiful sadly she didnt sing movies

[@jumpingspider7105]

Look up the KEXP version

[@itstonioo]

If this band was doing this in the 70s they be rockstars. Crazy how hard it is for talented musicians nowadays to get to that level. Not saying its impossible but todays day its whats catchy and simple (most of the time)

[@samf9314]

its always been whats catchy and simple stop being edgy

[@patriciofernandez2711]

@@samf9314 In the Court of the Crimson King reached No.1 in 1969.

[@samf9314]

@@patriciofernandez2711 and so did sugar sugar??

[@stevecarter8810]

Love the asthetic and its great to hear organic singing that's in tune, but I don't hear a single, as they would say in the seventies

[@Amaling]

Well duh, but if these same people were born in the 70s they would not make music this good as they would not have all the history of musical influences to look back upon as inspiration and ideas

[@hsantana128]

When "Be Free" played in Orange is The New Black, I automatically searched who was the singer and I found Natalie, since then she is one of my favourite singers and make me happy seen her on this channel and other spaces. You deserve it, girl. ❤️

[@lola93652]

H S Literally same for me! Been obsessed with The song & her Music ever since

[@hsantana128]

@@lola93652💙

[@acurlyboi2944]

H S don’t forget the band

[@hsantana128]

@@acurlyboi2944absolutely not, they're all amazing. 🥰

[@acurlyboi2944]

H S I literally haven’t listened to one song by them so who am I to talk anyway

[@scratchrepeat]

This has to be my favorite version of Wild Time. Those vocal harmonies and that guitar with the infinite sustainer, amazing.

[@mapi4183]

from years now, I'm gonna come back to remember the exact moment I heard Weyes Blood. Phenomenal. My heart tears of pain and pleasure every time I hear her sing.

[@LemonGlow99]

Idk how else to describe it but her voice makes me feel safe

[@King-Park]

The last song is just an absolute masterpiece, Eliana in the back vocals is brilliant, I would listen to both of them singing forever. Superb.

[@penclaw]

im sitting here drowning in tears, realised i just discovered another discography to keep me company on the bicycle trips to the sea/work/around the world ;_;

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

At age 64, given the awful state of popular music, I had given up, no hope anymore, until today I came across this wonder, go, Weyes Blood, go! You are so intelligent, sensitive, and an amazing musician on your own.

[@glumbigrashalm1026]

You should definitely check out Tame Impala or King Gizzard :)

[@brittneypearce7464]

A year ago I first saw Weyes Blood as a headliner and when they came on stage.. I was mesmerized by her and her voice. I couldn't stop starring at her. Absolutely amazing. I've been waiting for this Tiny Desk video for so long. Thank youuuuuuuu.

[@Jose-op7vy]

I think the word you are looking for is mesmerized my friend.

[@VelvetAvalon]

I'm obsessed. The vocals, the songwriting, that sound. This is EVERYTHING.

[@milespro4907]

The album Titanic Rising which these songs are from is a pop masterpiece. Some of the nicest production I've heard

[@r_bear]

"Movies" and "Mirror Forever" in particular have unbelievable production.

[@EboJ13]

I really enjoy classic rock and folk from the 70s so this is pleasing to my ears. Such a pretty sound.

[@teddyeatspudding]

Ebo J. can you recommend some albums from the 70s that sound similar to this type of music

[@romanHederer]

@@teddyeatspudding but she's more a mix of psychedelic sounds, art/baroque pop

[@incarta958]

The entire band is insanely talented.

[@cultura4652]

Natalie Mering has the key to crushing musical beauty beyond words. This is true for her master piece "Titanic Rising", as well as for her previous albums. We were happy to see her stunning performance at Amsterdam in 2019.

[@lorigetz4489]

I simply can’t get over how phenomenal this is.

[@ChanaRules]

Andromeda was part of the official soundtrack of my life in 2019. Can't be more thankful for Weyes Blood's music :)

[@ILiveForTheSummers]

the backing vocals on Andromeda is so important. it, along with the keyboard and slide guitar, gives the song its character. such phenomenal work.

[@whimcircuit7971]

Titanic Rising was my personal album of the year so it's really cool to see Weyes Blood uploaded here.

[@gardenboydon]

Her voice is such a unique and calming presence but it's slightly haunting & beautiful

[@davidb5205]

Favorite artist/album of 2019. "Andromeda" and "Movies" have been on repeat since April.

[@wolfstar675]

She's like Karen Carpenter, Aimee Man, Joni Mitchell and George Harrison all into one.

[@mirandaariel3445]

My thoughts exactly, but plus Ann and Nancy Wilson!

[@jssanch24]

WOLF STAR Karen Carpenter and Aimee Man came into my mind as well.

[@brandonbayne1368]

Throw some Patsy Cline in there as well!

[@RandomPlayIist]

Harry Nilsson for sure.

[@DIGITAL7Media]

And a little Michael Scott with the Ladies suit.

[@truecrimerip7936]

That first song, Andromeda. Timeless.

[@ed_menno]

Eliana Athayde backing vocals on Wild Time. Just wow.

[@odonata9838]

Thank you, Dear Sweet Baby Jesus!!! Weyes Blood + Tiny Desk Concert = An early Merry Xmas to me. XOXOXO

[@vinagreberry]

Exactly.

[@mephiston001]

Weyes Blood music is so beautiful, Wild Times is almost prophetic... Such a great band :)

[@jmtke]

Man, Nardwuar is killing it on the drums

[@3daxx]

Stop

[@SamRussell-NL]

Doot doo!

[@maxfertik7643]

what does fame feel like Jo

[@TheTCM]

couldnt have said anton chigurh or someone that atleast resembles a lil bit?

[@thatspoonybard8013]

I know right? What happened to his plaid gold cap?

[@nashreddinbusk1604]

the backing vocals are literally perfect

[@juliebraden6911]

🤪 L I T E R A L L Y 🤪

[@nashreddinbusk1604]

@@juliebraden6911 what

[@MikeA25]

I got to catch her solo act years ago when she opened for Little Wings. I was hypnotized by her voice and became an instant fan. Glad to see she is continuing to rise.

[@aizat2831]

Best earlobes in the game.

[@mecrushed1]

Her ears are really hot

[@joaoassumpcao3347]

This album is great. Andromeda in particular is really special, such a cool chord progression and use of the slide. Hope they continue to grow and create music like this

[@juliandavidac]

The people saying that the music is dead, well open your ears and let your body melt down with this perfection

[@danji7537]

I fell in love with these three songs because of this video about two years ago but it isn't til now that I've properly given titanic rising a chance and wow its literally flawless

[@RickyRei1]

Weyes Blood really helped me out this year. She's just as good live and I can't wait to see her and the band come back into town.

[@andrevitalpardue5097]

Wild Time is so incredibly beautiful !!!!

[@tyyyytyyy]

I am so lucky to have seen her perform this live

[@weyheyjackie]

ihatethebeatles wow!! So happy for you!

[@federicovillaescusa5448]

La chica del bajo aporta mucho mas de lo que parece, sus coros hacen un contrapunto sutil pero muy evocador y efectivo.

[@debomb721]

So very true

[@ssenkard8689]

Yep

[@AlexHuertaA]

Iba a comentar lo mismo. Los coros que aporta la bajista son increibles,

[@evamitchell1734]

this is what heaven probably sounds like

[@gable]

Every once in a while there’s an artist that writes an amazing album, and if you’re lucky enough it finds its way to you at the perfect time. Been listening to Titanic Rising everyday.

[@simoskywatcher]

She's such a great composer and singer. Her previous album was wonderful, Titanic Rising is truly a masterpiece. She didn't talk at all in this, but I'd listen to her speaking for hours, she's such an interesting and profound person.

[@jennyjenjuice]

didn't think picture me better could get any better, but hearing this version just brought it whole new meaning

[@greglarry11]

Wonderful music. Hear the influence of 1970s Lennon, Harrison, Harry Nilsson. Great to hear young people play quality music.

[@sergeylazarev4569]

Forgot to mention Carpenters

[@ChakraKahn]

Her voice is so spot on...what a performance!

[@zachweaver3006]

Just clicked on this having never heard of this group. One things for sure, I won’t soon forget them.

[@musicarchive1117]

never been so interested into a singer, let alone listen to all their projects. weyes is amazing, and i hope to see her live one day

[@JoaquinVolpe_]

Wild Time is an addiction, sounds too good

[@bailarinasesina1752]

weyes blood's music is the only thing that i can wholeheartedly say helped me through tough times, i'm so grateful for it

[@nvtrna]

my top two favorite songs from the album are you kidding me?????? i'm blessed

[@chriswhitt6685]

When a new discovery of a group/band rings so true. I love it. Instant fan.

[@Lions1999]

Such a beautiful album, grateful for being able to listen to it throughout this difficult time. Its themes of loneliness and isolation really speak to me

[@clairebit]

One of the best records of the decade, period

[@IsraelGonzalezR]

She has fantastic ears.

[@leahhearne3950]

I first listened to this album in the middle of the pandemic and- oh boy- it got me through some stuff. Picture me better in particular always gets me teary eyed. Stunning!

[@GeorgeFrantzis]

70's singer-songwriter sweetness is back and we are so thankful for that!

[@lauh32]

Wow. She's so powerful. Love her

[@nicolocavallo8250]

Picture me better makes me cry so many times.. thanks Weyes Blood

[@sunra59]

Three very thoughtful and engaging songs. And a beautiful way to step outside of all the Christmas stress for fifteen minutes. Many thanks.

[@lostalleycat]

literally album of the year.

[@lostalleycat]

OneSilentGiant oh no don’t put me on a difficult spot. i love Crushing so so so much but idk why my sad sad heart somehow resonates more with Titanic Rising. But yeah, Julia hit the spot too, hands down. One of the finest this year.

[@lostalleycat]

OneSilentGiant i have several crushes yes. but the most prominent one i think is Lucy Rose’s “No Words Left”. i’ve got it on repeat this year. an absolute delicacy to me. but to some people it can be too minimalistic.

[@nicholasntaganda3768]

OneSilentGiant Quiet Signs by Jessica Pratt, Grey Area by Little Simz and Little Electric Chicken Heart by Ana Frango Elétrico are some of my favourites of the year, along with Titanic Rising.

[@DefenestrateYourself]

OneSilentGiant Both of Big Thief’s albums were amazing. “Two Hands” is easily in my top 3

[@simonyricools]

Every album "of the year" is album of the year, literally .

[@joseespinoza6283]

I´m listening to this beautiful music in Venezuela. Sensible melodies and extraordinary vocal work.

[@bobbibrooks5887]

Her voice reminds me of a mix between Karen carpenter and Joni Mitchell , angelic!

[@nomandad2000]

Wow, I posted this on FB and literally every comment compared her to these same 3 artists

[@ricardoemidio7692]

Great performance, I discovered them a few months ago with "Titanic Rising", what a beautiful album, definitely one of my favorites of the year, lost track of how many times I've listened to it.

[@ghostfacedragon]

She has the most beautiful and womanly voice I've ever heard. Just listening to her sing makes me feel good. And her all white suite with the zodiac guitar strap is SOOOOOO COOL!

[@sophiezett7560]

I think the exact same. :)

[@ben64257]

The voice chorus make a perfect ambient

[@keramxela]

The background singer has such a nice vibrato. Just beautiful.

[@jarrodjohnson7796]

wow... 2019 was a great year for music across all genres

[@Nicolxag]

She’s so talented, I completely love her and her voice ✨