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Three men have been arrested and indicted on first-degree murder, forcible rape, and first-degree kidnapping charges in the 1989 killing of 24-year-old Kelle Ann Workman in Missouri, thanks to new information from a witness. The case had remained unsolved for 35 years until now, providing some closure for Workman's family and bringing potential justice for the victim.
Jack Antonoff, who worked with Taylor Swift on her landmark album "1989," shares the challenges of recreating the music for Taylor's Version. Antonoff explains that he doesn't use soft synths and prefers to create sounds in the room, which presented an unexpected challenge. He enlisted the help of his bandmates from Bleachers to recreate the analog instruments used in the original recordings. Antonoff describes the experience as finding an old diary and reflects on the joy and creative freedom he had during the production process. He also mentions his work on other Swift albums and hints at the release of Taylor's Version of "Reputation" next.
Axl Rose, lead singer of Guns 'N Roses, is facing a sexual assault and battery lawsuit filed by ex-model Sheila Kennedy, who alleges that Rose assaulted her in a Manhattan hotel suite in 1989. The lawsuit was filed under New York's Adult Survivors Act, which allows sexual assault plaintiffs to file civil claims within a one-year window. Rose's attorney denies the allegations, stating that the incident never happened and that Rose has no recollection of meeting or speaking to the plaintiff. Kennedy claims that Rose used his fame and power to manipulate and assault her, seeking unspecified damages and a jury trial.
Taylor Swift's song "Is It Over Now? (Taylor's Version) [From the Vault]" debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it her 11th No. 1 hit. This achievement also marks the second time she has replaced herself at the top spot. Swift now has a total of 49 top 10 hits on the Hot 100, the most among women and second overall to Drake. Additionally, she becomes the first artist to have three songs from three different albums top the Hot 100 in a single year.
Taylor Swift's rerecording of her 2014 album "1989" has broken sales records, selling the equivalent of 1,653,000 copies in the United States in its first week. This marks Swift's 13th No. 1 album and her sixth to sell over a million copies in a single week, surpassing any other artist since 1991. The album's success is attributed to its availability in various physical formats, including vinyl, which saw the largest weekly sales since 1991. Additionally, "1989 (Taylor's Version)" garnered 375 million streams, the highest for any of Swift's rerecorded albums.
Taylor Swift's re-recording of her hit album "1989" has dominated the UK music charts, debuting at No. 1 on both the singles and albums charts. The new release, titled "1989 (Taylor's Version)," sold over 184,000 chart units in its opening week, more than double the original album's opening-week sales. This marks Swift's 11th No. 1 album in the UK and gives her the record for the most No. 1 albums by a woman this century. The album also topped the vinyl charts and features five previously unreleased tracks. Swift has been re-releasing her earlier work after losing control of her master recordings in a dispute with her former record label.
Taylor Swift's re-recorded version of her album "1989" features vault tracks written with Diane Warren and Jack Antonoff, with Max Martin and Shellback absent. The new songs, while not matching the original 1989 in style, provide added context and make the record's cloying moments more palatable. The recreations of the original tracks are the closest to their source material yet. Despite being considered artistically lesser, the album's highs, such as "I Wish You Would" and "Style," remain durable and retain their luster.
Taylor Swift broke the record for the most streams by a single artist in a day on Spotify with the release of "1989 (Taylor's Version)." The album also set a record as Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day in 2023. The Vault track "Slut!" debuted at No. 1 with 5.2 million streams in the U.S. and 11.3 million globally. The album dominated Spotify's top 50 charts, with all 21 tracks from the standard edition occupying the top 21 positions in the U.S. and the first 17 positions globally. The album's opening-day streaming numbers suggest it may surpass previous records and expectations.
Taylor Swift's re-recorded version of her album "1989" (Taylor's Version) is expected to overshadow the original version in terms of market share, following the pattern set by her previous re-recorded albums. The original version of "1989" is likely to experience a significant drop in weekly consumption, similar to what happened with her albums "Fearless," "Red," and "Speak Now." The re-recorded versions have consistently outperformed the originals, leading to potential losses in sales and streams for the original versions.
Taylor Swift subtly addresses her iconic sad boat photo on the re-recorded version of her album "1989." The new vault track, "Is It Over Now?," contains lyrics that reference the alleged incident, with lines like "Blue dress / On a boat / Your new girl / Is my clone." The song is a breakup track that includes other references to Harry Styles, suggesting it could be about their ill-fated trip to the Caribbean. Despite the past, Swift and Styles have since moved on and have been seen on friendly terms at recent events.
Taylor Swift releases "1989 (Taylor's Version)," her latest re-recorded album, nine years after the original release. The album features newly recorded editions of all 13 original songs, three bonus tracks, and five cuts from the "Vault." Swift expresses gratitude to her fans and shares her personal connection to the album in a handwritten post. This release marks another step in Swift's process of re-recording her previous albums.
Taylor Swift has released "1989 (Taylor's Version)," her fourth re-recorded album, featuring five new "vault" tracks. The album includes re-recorded versions of popular hits like "Shake it Off" and "Blank Space." Swift plans to re-record her first six albums, including "Reputation" and her self-titled debut album.
Taylor Swift's re-recorded album "1989 (Taylor's Version)" is a polished and nostalgic trip down memory lane, showcasing her evolution as an artist. The album, originally released in 2014, features catchy synth-pop anthems and introspective tracks that still feel fresh and relevant. With the addition of previously unreleased "Vault" tracks, Swift's re-release is both a celebration of her pop sound and a reminder of her ability to reinvent herself while staying true to her core style.
Taylor Swift has released "1989 (Taylor's Version)," the rerecorded version of her 2014 album. The album includes five new vault tracks, ranked from worst to best: "Slut!," "Is It Over Now?," "Say Don't Go," "Now That We Don't Talk," and "Suburban Legends." Swift's rerecorded albums have seen increasing success, and "1989 (Taylor's Version)" is expected to make a big impact.
Taylor Swift's written prologue for her rerecorded album "1989 (Taylor's Version)" has allegedly leaked, sparking speculation about her sexuality. The prologue addresses Swift's experiences with slut-shaming and her decision to focus on herself and her female friendships. Fans interpret this as Swift reinforcing her straight identity. The leaked passages also mention allyship and advocating for equality, leading some to believe that Swift supports but does not identify as part of queer culture. The authenticity of the prologue has not been confirmed, but the leak has left some fans in the LGBTQ+ community feeling disappointed and betrayed.