Taylor Swift Announces Twelfth Album The Life of a Showgirl

Taylor Swift has announced her twelfth studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, marking her first new project since April 2024's The Tortured Poets Department. The announcement was made during a teaser for her upcoming appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast, with Swift revealing a glittery orange vinyl pre-order set to ship before October 13, though the official release date and full album artwork remain undisclosed. The album’s announcement follows Swift’s recent successful reacquisition of her early master recordings, a move she described as reclaiming her memories and creative legacy. Fans had anticipated the album following subtle hints during her Eras Tour, including an orange-themed wardrobe and countdowns on her website, fueling speculation about the album’s aesthetic and themes. The Life of a Showgirl is expected to be another commercial success, continuing Swift’s trend of chart-topping releases and artistic evolution. The Kelce brothers expressed excitement about Swift's podcast debut, highlighting the collaborative promotional effort surrounding the album’s release.