Taylor Swift penned a heartwarming note to fans who purchased the vinyl version of her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” on Record Store Day. In the note, Swift expressed her gratitude for their support and shared her hopes that the album would become a cherished keepsake for them.
Hayley Williams of Paramore has expressed her admiration for Taylor Swift’s latest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ calling it ‘impressive’ and praising Swift’s storytelling abilities. Williams, who is set to tour with Paramore, mentioned that she was also listening to music by Radiohead, Beyoncé, and Rufus Wainwright.
On Saturday, independent record stores across the U.S. marked the annual Record Store Day celebration, featuring special vinyl releases, live performances, and a giant block party in Nashville. The event celebrates the enduring popularity of vinyl records, with revenues surging by 10% in 2023 to $1.4 billion, primarily driven by Taylor Swift’s releases. Swift’s latest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ did not have any announced Record Store Day specials, but her previous records have helped ignite a new interest in vinyl among collectors.
