In 2011, I attended her “Speak Now” World Tour and she took to the stage wearing a sexy champagne-colored dress. Taylor delivered exactly what the crowd wanted, lots of hits. The staging was strong and the ginormous video monitor directly behind gave an intimacy to the performance that perfectly connected with the fans.
The Red Tour was one night I’ll never forget till The 1989 World Tour tops it. It was even better. What a smashing show! Taylor oozed confidence on stage - non-stop fun, pure and simple. What a joy seeing the singer-songwriter leading a dozen dancers in a rousing medley of songs from this highly anticipated gig like Welcome To New York, The New Romantic and Blank space taken off her fifth album 1989, and the venue was awash in sea of vivid images of Taylor captured by mobile phones.
Today, as I listened to some of her older albums, I can’t believe I am still reminiscing about these concerts in Singapore which was fantastic!
Looking forward to her Eras Tour 2024 👍😊👍".
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I agree that Taylor is a phenomenal performer. I don't necessarily like all of her music, but she really does put on a show to please the audience. It's not only about the stage production values (it's top-notch Broadway/West End level), nor is it about her musicianship - she really can play. But the way she speaks to the crowd (which, let's be real, is pretty much scripted or at least, rehearsed) really engages her fans. I was also impressed by both the Red and 1989 shows.
ReplyDeleteHi Chris,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your frank and informative analysis of SWIFT's performances.
I must agree. The voice is ok but the stage production is of much distinction.
And her engagement with her fans; pretty cool, well worth it, with her huge following.
[Christopher Toh is a music journalist.]
Not a fan of hers.
ReplyDeleteEven Justin Bieber doesn't interest me.
She's good
ReplyDeleteAn entertainer
Of Elvis standard
{Bearing with me, thinking of 60's music entertainers to compare.]
You won't be.
As most old folks keep within their boundaries of 60's music.
Different style
Overall entertainment.
Now it's a lot more eye candy.
Voice is just passable.
But she can sing if she wants to.
What I find interesting are her lyrics behind her melodies.
With serious meaningful thoughts
Coming from a young lady of her age and stature.
Singapore is, however, a little more than just a touring destination for Swift, as her mother, Andrea, spent a large part of her childhood in our beloved Lion City.
ReplyDelete“My mum grew up in Singapore. Her parents were travelling around for my grandfather’s job,” said Swift in an interview with The Straits Times. “It was always really wonderful to bring her back so she can see her old neighbourhood and see where she grew up. I think it’s really nostalgic for her.”
From:
https://vogue.sg/taylor-swift-fearless-album-singapore/
Been at the top of her game for many years.
ReplyDeleteActually, I am not into her type of music. Good to look at.
ReplyDeleteYes,
ReplyDeleteMost seniors don't.
I don't know.
ReplyDeleteShe's not someone I listen to.
Yes, I can understand.
ReplyDeleteTotally a different generation.
Her name comes from JAMES TAYLOR, singer/song writer too.
Does Taylor Swift sing 60s songs?
ReplyDeleteOr your blog isn't restricted to 60s?
You read the first line?
ReplyDelete60s 'going away' very fast.
Keeping to old music when great new stars n songs are produced do not sound right.
Keeping up with changes, even with music, could be a positive thing but it doesn't mean you give up the old songs and abandon them. After all music talks about society and the human factor, feelings, etc.
I love her performances. They sound so alive and the lights and sound are so enchanting.
Just my personal view.
Hi Andy,
ReplyDeleteI don't know about her music and businesses. I only know that she's very beautiful.
Freda Hanum
ReplyDeleteAndy Young
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PEOPLE WHO LIKE FRED CHING'S POST.
THANKS SOMKID, the first in line to appreciate SWIFT and CHING.
ReplyDeleteHi Stephen,
ReplyDeleteFred Ching is like you.
He attends so many concerts, like you did during those years.
Thanks for being another early bird to roost on this post.
Excellent write up about about Taylor Swift. She is truly an iconic mega star like other iconic mega stars.
ReplyDeleteYes, you're another musician and guitar expert who doesn't stick to 60s music. Great that you are so open-minded and appreciate our younger pop stars. Swift is truly iconic like you mentioned. We can't stay in the past all the time.
ReplyDeleteCHEERS.
Yes just like what Fred said. We can't ignore the present iconic stars.
ReplyDeleteTop class talents and music are what they are. *excellent".
ReplyDeleteHi ERIC.B.
ReplyDeleteThanks for checking in. One of the best supporters of the blog.
Hope you appreciate TAYLOR SWIFT too.
I also like music in the 80s 90s etc. Boy bands like Westlife, Boyzone and Backstreet Boys are also my favourite as some of their songs are classic and nostalgic. In fact I do sing some of their songs nowadays whenever there is KTV meetups. So my love for music goes beyond 60s and 70s.
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ReplyDeleteFoo Jong Fook hi,
it's interesting where you are heading with your love for music.
Really good to know.
Thanks for sharing.
Hi ERIC.B.
ReplyDeleteThanks for checking in.
One of the best supporters of the blog.
Hope you appreciate TAYLOR SWIFT too.
Andy Young
And Francis, thanks for the LIKE.
ReplyDeleteFoo Jong Fook Fabian,
For me it's song that matters.
It could be of any genre, era and language
🙏
Andy Young
Hi, Ivor, yes.
The song matters much.
Thanks for the visit sir.
Greetings Brother Andy,
ReplyDeleteand I say TQ for your efforts too!
Wishing you good health and happiness.
Enjoy you weekend and once again feel free to share any of my postings if you think it’s post worthy.
Do not stand on ceremony, we’re friends.
It’s OKAY with me.
😊🙏
Hi Fred,
ReplyDeleteyou are a generous person.
Thanks for sharing.
Appreciate your gesture.
ReplyDeleteIvor Lesslar I fully agree with you.
Freda Hanum
ReplyDeleteSuper written article from our Fred Ching... I believed he knows best most of the great entertainment shows....you can get so inspired by his descriptions of the showtimes he encountered... Bravo Fred thumbs up and salute to you. 👍
Andy Young
Freda Hanum yes, he's good!
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A HEART BREAKING SONG INDEED:
ReplyDelete"And I hate to make this all about me
But who am I supposed to talk to?
What am I supposed to do
If there's no you?
This won't go back to normal, if it ever was
It's been years of hoping, and I keep saying it because
'Cause I have to
Ooh-ah, you'll get better
Ooh-ah, soon you'll get better
Ooh-ah, you'll get better soon."
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'SOON YOU'LL GET BETTER'
Songwriters: Jack Antonoff / Taylor Swift
Soon You'll Get Better lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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