Florence Welch has opened up about her experience of collaborating with Taylor Swift on the song ‘Florida!!!’, which appears on Swift’s new album ‘The Tortured Poets Department’. Welch said she was “honoured to be in this department” and that Swift had approached her with “a concept and a story” for the song. She also hinted at a potential appearance at Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ in London.
The BBC Proms, a renowned classical music festival, returns for its 2024 season with a diverse lineup that includes indie-rock star Florence Welch and Grammy-winning singer Sam Smith. Running from July 19 to September 14, the festival will feature over 3,000 musicians in 90 concerts across London’s Royal Albert Hall and various venues throughout the UK. The highlight of the season is the debut performances by Welch and Smith. Welch will perform her Brit Award-winning album ‘Lungs’ with the BBC Concert Orchestra, while Smith will sing their Grammy-winning debut album ‘In The Lonely Hour’ with the BBC Concert Orchestra, marking the record’s 10th anniversary. The BBC Proms 2024 also features a strong emphasis on diversity, with nearly a third of the Proms featuring ethnically diverse soloists or conductors. Female conductors will also take the stage, representing a growing trend in the classical music industry.
Taylor Swift has generously shared insights into the creation of her latest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ offering fans a glimpse into her creative process. During an iHeartRadio premiere and an Amazon Music listening experience, she discussed several key tracks, shedding light on their themes and inspirations.
