Set for release on 15th November, Splendid Beast, Weathership’s debut album, already intrigues me. Their exploration of human duality is a must-hear. Review.
SPLENDID BEAST – WEATHERSHIP
Next, they lead us into The Blue, a deep and mysterious plunge into the ocean, both comforting and fascinating. Emerging to the surface—or nearly so—we drift with Through The Fog. It seems like the fog really appears in front of us. New Occupation continues the deliberate hypnosis with its tender, round melodies. With Just A Ghost, Weathership solidify their theme. A ghost embodies the duality they’re exploring: a loved one we long to see again, or a haunting shadow that unsettles us, the entity perfectly represents this idea. This track carries a deep spirituality over soft rock riffs and oddly comforting vocals.
More contemplative and layered with intoxicating electric soundscapes, Electrolung shifts the tone. The breath here is different—more melancholic, yet never fully pessimistic. The hypnotic melody of Lost At Sea, followed by the ethereal tones of The Swimmer, both seem to indicate the conclusion of the narrative. Weathership closes Splendid Beast with For The Dark Is Beautiful, and the light they find in it is deeply moving—a perfect conclusion. This is the kind of album that soothes the soul, no matter your mood. It recentres and refocuses, calms and motivates. And for that, it’s a wonderful debut!
Now Playing: Just A Ghost
