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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

Swift appeared on the New Heights podcast hosted by her boyfriend, National Football League player Travis Kelce, and his brother, Jason Kelce. "Showgirl" will be released October 3, the singer said on the episode aired on Wednesday. 

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

Her online shop displayed blurred images of a record, CD and cassette tape overlaid with a glittery orange lock, explaining the album artwork would be "revealed at a later date."

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

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What's next for Britney? Check Instagram

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Death toll in Texas concert tragedy rises to 10

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Lin-Manuel Miranda debuts 'tick, tick... Boom!' and eyes new projects

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Disney+ streaming subscriber growth slows

US entertainment giant Disney said Wednesday its flagship streaming service grew slower than expected in the recently ended quarter.

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All those aimless drives: Real Estate on a decade of 'Days'

It’s been 10 years since Real Estate launched its sophomore album, Days. The Jakarta Post talks to bassist Alex Bleeker about what the album means to him.

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Police chief met with Travis Scott before stampede

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Music roundtable: AMI Awards 2021's top newcomer nominees

Anugerah Musik Indonesia (AMI) announced the nominees of this year’s AMI Awards on Oct. 18, 2021. Join four of the Best of the Best Newcomer nominees as they speak to The Jakarta Post in a roundtable interview.

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