Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift and our obsession with celebrity feminism

We have let celebrity feminism —  the public, branded feminist advocacy by famous figures — encompass the entire feminist movement.

| Contributing Writer

Review: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ is shimmery but superficial

From 2012’s country-pop album “Red” to 2020’s folk-pop album “folklore,” Swift’s best work has been characterized by detailed lyrics and complex metaphors, and when that is stripped away on “Showgirl,” the fun beats of these songs can only do so much.

| Contributing Writer

‘The Tortured (Listener’s?) Department:’ A review of the newest Taylor Swift album

After winning her 13th Grammy at the 2024 Grammy Awards, Taylor Swift announced the release of her 11th studio album titled “The Tortured Poets Department” (“TTPD”). The internet immediately blew […]

| Junior Scene Editor

Essential Winter Music

Winter is a time often associated with the holiday season; thus, holiday music tends to top the charts. However, if you search deeper, there’s plenty of winter music that doesn’t fit into the typical holiday trope. Here’s my list of essential winter albums and songs, varied in sound and feel, that are sure to get you in the winter spirit.

| Contributing Writer

Taylor Swift Never Goes Out of Style: A Review of “1989 (Taylor’s Version)”

On Oct. 27, 2014, Taylor Swift released her fifth studio album. Shedding her country roots, Swift emerged into the pure pop world with “1989.” Sending her straight to the top of the charts, the album won Swift her second Album of the Year at the 58th Grammy Awards, as well as Best Pop Vocal Album.

| Contributing Writer

Is “Midnights” by Taylor Swift “‘MID’-nights”?

Some students loved it and listened to it on repeat, gushing publicly about her genius, others did not. I am a self-declared Swiftie (ENORMOUS Taylor Swift fan) and to be honest, I was underwhelmed. 

| Contributing Writer

Taylor’s Version: Taylor Swift’s ‘new’ release affirms timelessness, power and growth of country-pop’s ultimate singer-songwriter

“Fearless (Taylor’s Version)” updates one of her most beloved albums, providing nostalgia for older fans while releasing songs that are new to everyone.

| Staff Writer

Audiophiles: Study vibes for midterms

Midterm season at Wash. U. starts around the third week of classes and keeps going until finals. Here are some albums to listen to as you study.

Orly Einhorn | Contributing Writer 

Songs of the summer

Here are the songs that defined summer for editor Sabrina Spence.

| Senior Cadenza Editor

A ranking of the tracks on Taylor Swift’s newest album ‘Reputation’

Taylor Swift released her newest album, “Reputation,” Nov. 9, two days earlier than expected.

Leah Hardgrove | Contributing Writer

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