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What’s Behind Beyoncé and Taylor Swift’s Massive 2023?

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Both veteran entertainers broke into new levels of popularity and success with their mammoth tours and film releases. …

January 5, 2024

For an article about "Piece of Me" by Britney Spears and "Blank Space" by Taylor Swift, three photos of blonde hair Britney with her left hand up are in the bottom row. three photos of blonde Taylor on the top (upper left corner with mascara running, middle in action smashing a car hood, on right yelling with a kitchen knife in hand). In the top right corner, text in bright yellow letters, "Pop Idols Off the Deep End!" On the bottom a pink better with yellow text, "Bank Space Breaks Records. Piece of Me Breaks Britney."

How Britney Spears’ ‘Piece of Me’ Laid the Groundwork for Taylor Swift’s ‘Blank Space’

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Taylor Swift found herself in a somewhat similar position to Spears’ mid-2000s public scrutiny.…

November 15, 2023

For an article about Taylor Swift's marketing strategies, a dark image of a blonde woman with a white collar necklace holds her two fingers up like a "gun." In the background, a red figure with a similar pose is seen with red horns and a tail drawn on her.

Taylor Swift: Evil Genius?

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Is Taylor Swift a well-intentioned lyrical genius or a mastermind of manipulation?…

October 27, 2023

In an article about autumn songs, a black vinyl sits against a goovy retro 70s background.

10 Songs Perfect for Any Fall Playlist

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Bid summer anthems adieu and welcome the return of cool and cozy songs for autumn.…

September 22, 2023

A look back on Taylor Swift's "eras" in light of her new tour

The Eras of Taylor Swift

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

A guide of all of the singer-songwriter's previous albums to prepare you for her 'Eras Tour' beginning in March of next year.…

November 21, 2022

Taylor Swift in front of multiple browser windows with red circles on them

How the Taylor Swift Fandom Became a Mess of Theories

Virginia Beall, Elon University

The singer has fans running in circles trying to figure out her next steps.…

September 22, 2022

An illustration of a judge's gavel hitting '1989,' the title of a popular music album by Taylor Swift.

How Legal Issues Are Affecting Future Re-Releases From Taylor Swift

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

Although the re-recordings of ‘Fearless’ and ‘Red’ were met with overwhelmingly positive reactions, copyright and trademark cases may prevent other highly anticipated albums from releasing any time soon.…

April 21, 2022

In article about Red (Taylor's Version), an illustration of Taylor Swift

‘Red’: Taylor’s Version and Taylor’s Time

Rory Conlon, De Anza College

In light of a battle over her master recordings, Swift has re-recorded her fourth album, and she did not disappoint.…

November 26, 2021

An illustration of Taylor Swift, who recently released the song You All Over Me

‘You All Over Me (From the Vault)’ Perfectly Embodies Taylor Swift’s Talent

Kieran Benson, Luther College

The American singer-songwriter's latest song is both nostalgic and fresh, reminding listeners of the musical ingenuity that she has always had.…

April 11, 2021

An illustration depicting a scene from Swift's music video for "Love Story."

‘Love Story (Taylor’s Version)’ Is a Love Letter to Swifties Everywhere

Kieran Benson, Luther College

In her re-recordings of several songs from earlier in her career, Taylor Swift reclaims her songs while professing her admiration for her fans.…

March 1, 2021

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