Скачать или смотреть "The Life of a Showgirl:" feat or flop?

Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," is generating a lot of buzz...and debate. From the themes of love, vulnerability, and empowerment to thinly veiled metaphors that reference her fiancé Travis Kelce's genitals, fans are either celebrating or slamming the songs. The critics' reviews are also mixed. Rolling Stone's Maya Georgi gave it five out of five stars, writing, "the musician shoots into a fresh echelon of superstardom — and hits all her marks." Meanwhile, writing for the Atlantic, Spencer Kornhaber called the album a "charmless chore." Swift says she "welcomes the chaos." Despite the haters, the pop sensation is breaking records: "Showgirl" has already sold more than four million copies, surpassing a record previously held by Adele. What do local songwriters and local Swifties think? Is a heartbroken artist a better songwriter than a happy one or vice versa? Does it matter?

Our guests:

•Hannah Maier, music director of the Route on WRUR and WITH
•Gio Battaglia, digital content producer at News 8 WROC
•Sara Eaton, Taylor Swift superfan
•Madi Russell, Taylor Swift superfan

0:00 Introduction
4:35 Why Swifties feel connected
6:29 Swiftie stories and family bonds
8:15 Why Swiftie fandom feels different
13:10 Favorite songs and standout tracks
17:07 Clean versions for younger fans
19:06 Taylor’s evolution and influence
23:07 Critics, cancel culture, and Candace Owens
25:06 Creating art while content
27:00 Swift’s message to her detractors
33:01 Art through life stages
38:06 Nostalgia vs. pop evolution
40:07 Swift’s authenticity and fan trust
43:57 Emotional depth beyond heartbreak
51:04 What’s your next Swift song?

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