Taylor Swift announces ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ on debut podcast appearance

Taylor Swift is stepping into the podcast world — and she brought big news with her. The 14-time Grammy winner announced her upcoming album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” during her first-ever podcast appearance Wednesday evening on “New Heights,” co-hosted by boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother, Jason Kelce.

The 12-track project is set to drop Oct. 3. It marks Swift’s first studio release since regaining control of her master recordings, a milestone in her career.

Swift’s big reveal

Swift shared the news while seated next to Travis Kelce on the popular sports and culture show. The announcement instantly lit up social media, sending fans into speculation about the album’s theme and sound.

Album details

“The Life of a Showgirl” will include 12 new songs.

Podcast popularity

The “New Heights” episode had already surpassed 8 million YouTube views as of Thursday morning, with numbers still climbing. That figure does not include listens on Spotify and other streaming platforms.

Timing of the release

The episode went live at 6 p.m. Wednesday, with clips quickly circulating online. Swift’s announcement adds to an already high-profile season for the podcast, which has built a loyal following through candid conversations and high-profile guests.