Description
Taylor Swift has completed her transition from country ingénue to urban sophisticate. Her ’80s-inspired fifth studio effort is her first “official pop album,” with heavyweights like Max Martin, Shellback, Ryan Tedder, and Jack Antonoff assisting in the construction of a sleeker, glitzier sound. “Shake It Off” mimics “Hey Ya,” OutKast’s own pledge of allegiance to populism, and echoes of Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and Belinda Carlisle can be heard throughout, notably on the smoldering midtempo jams “Out of the Woods” and the second single, “Blank Space.” “I’m a nightmare dressed like a daydream,” Swift insists on the latter. 1989 is a juggernaut, as brash and brilliant as the lights of Times Square.
Idan S –
Unexpected but Surprisingly Savvy
by musicspeaksloud
I applaud Taylor for this. I like how she stepped out of her usual genre for this record. It really shows growth in her as an artist.
“Shake It Off” sounds more poppy than I would like it to but it’s just the first single like her last era with “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”. Who knows what gems will come from this record.
Idan S –
1989.
by Olivia Peay
We have been waiting for so long for this album. Two years of watching Taylor’s every move and trying to get a grasp of what it will be. “Shake It Off” is phenomenal pop music. This album will be made up of phenomenal pop music. She’s encompassed the 80’s and found herself yet again in what is sure to be a record-breaking, award winning album. Love always Tay. I’m so happy for you, and for 1989.
Idan S –
Love Taylor!!!!!
by Personwithaview
While I love Taylor, I wish she wouldn’t have gone all pop. Shake It Off is a great song with a great message. Just miss the old Taylor a bit.
Idan S –
Bad Album!