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Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour“ at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona, the United States. The city of Glendale, Arizona was ceremonially renamed to Swift City for March 17-18 in honor of The Eras Tour.
Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour“ at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona, the United States. The city of Glendale, Arizona was ceremonially renamed to Swift City for March 17-18 in honor of The Eras Tour.
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Taylor Swift says 'Showgirl' album reflects joy of recent tour

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Taylor Swift announces 12th album for 'pre pre-order'

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KUNTARI’s new album ‘Mutu Beton’ digs traditional roots to pave new frontiers

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Indonesia makes music integral to G20 through M20 Summit

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Céline Dion stars as herself in rom-com due in 2023

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Science Film Festival 2022 promotes equal opportunities in science

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Indonesian musicians talk fears, nightmares and Halloween costumes

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