Taylor Swift Releases Limited-Time Vinyl Variants for Upcoming Album

Taylor Swift has unveiled two limited edition vinyl variants for her upcoming 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, called The Shiny Bug Edition, available for pre-order only until August 20. These marbled vinyls come in wintergreen onyx and violet shimmer colors, featuring exclusive cover art of Swift in a sparkly bodysuit with matching gloves and fishnets, along with a poem she wrote and exclusive photographs. The album, which drops on October 3, was announced on Travis Kelce's New Heights podcast, where Swift shared details including the 12-track list, a collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter, and production by Max Martin and Shellback. This release adds to the previously announced four alternate album editions, each with unique artwork and color schemes. Swift created and produced Showgirl during the European leg of her Eras Tour, emphasizing upbeat and infectious melodies, and the album's imagery hints at theatrical and narrative themes. The Shiny Bug Editions are exclusive to Swift's official website and come with collectible content appealing to her dedicated fanbase.