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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
No more Reputation Taylor's Version—Taylor Swift backs away from ‘Reputation' re-recording, fans accuse her of stalling
Taylor Swift has revealed the delay of 'Reputation (Taylor's Version) (Getty Images) Taylor Swift has finally confessed why Reputation (Taylor's Version) is nowhere in sight — and her reasons are stirring debate. In a surprising admission, she revealed she's barely started the re-recording, calling the album too raw to revisit. Swifties are split: is it artistic integrity, or emotional avoidance? Taylor Swift opens up about delay in 'Reputation (Taylor's Version)' and shares update on debut album re-recording Taylor Swift has finally broken her silence about the much-anticipated Reputation (Taylor's Version) — and her reasons for the delay are more personal than fans might have expected. In a heartfelt letter to her fans released on May 30, Swift shared a major milestone in her music career: she now owns all of her recordings after buying them back from Shamrock Capital. 'I can't thank you enough for helping to reunite me with this art that I have dedicated my life to, but never owned until now,' she wrote, celebrating her long-fought battle for artistic ownership. Why Reputation TV hasn't dropped yet — and it's not what fans expected For fans eagerly awaiting Reputation (Taylor's Version), Swift offered full transparency: 'I haven't even re-recorded a quarter of it.' She admitted that revisiting the emotional weight behind her 2017 album has been challenging. 'The Reputation album was so specific to that time in my life, and I kept hitting a stopping point when I tried to remake it,' she explained. Swift went on to say, 'To be perfectly honest, it's the one album in those first 6 that I thought couldn't be improved upon by redoing it. Not the music, or photos, or videos. So I kept putting it off.' This confession puts the brakes on fan theories about an imminent 'Debutation' — a term coined by Swifties for the joint release of Reputation TV and Taylor Swift TV, her debut album re-recording. While neither release appears to be coming soon, Swift did confirm that her debut album is fully re-recorded and 'I really love how it sounds now.' A vault full of promise and a shift in tone moving forward Swift teased that unreleased vault tracks from Reputation may still see the light of day: 'There will be a time (if you're into the idea) for the unreleased Vault tracks from that album to hatch.' But this time, she emphasizes, any release won't come from a place of longing or sadness. 'It will just be a celebration now.' Her journey has already changed the music industry, inspiring artists to push for ownership of their masters. 'Every time a new artist tells me they negotiated to own their master recordings... I'm reminded of how important it was for all of this to happen.' Also Read: Taylor Swift ditches Travis Kelce for glamorous solo night out in NYC — is trouble brewing before the ring? Taylor Swift's artistic autonomy marks not just a win for her, but a cultural shift in music ownership — one that continues to unfold, even if Reputation has to wait a little longer.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Taylor Swift Finally Reveals Exactly Why 'Reputation TV' Is On Pause
Taylor Swift Finally Reveals Exactly Why 'Reputation TV' Is On Pause originally appeared on Parade. Taylor Swift fans have long been clamoring for the release of "Reputation (Taylor's Version)," and now we finally know why why it hasn't arrived yet – and why it might still be a while. The Grammy winner, 35, revealed reason for the delay in a powerful statement she released after buying back the masters for her first six albums — a monumental move after they were originally sold by Big Machine Records to Scooter Braun's Ithaca Holdings for around $300 million. Braun later sold the recordings to Shamrock Capital, and Swift has now reportedly purchased them back for an undisclosed amount. "I know, I know. What about Rep TV? Full transparency. I haven't even re-recorded a quarter of it," Swift wrote. "The Reputation album was so specific to that time in my life, and I kept hitting a stopping point when I tried to remake it. All that defiance, that longing to be understood while feeling purposely misunderstood, that desperate hope, that shame-born snarl and mischief." That wasn't the only reason, though. She continues, "To be perfectly honest, it's the one album in those first 6 that I thought couldn't be improved upon by redoing it. Not the music, or photos, or videos. So I kept putting it off. There will be a time (if you're into the idea) for the unreleased Vault tracks from that album to hatch. I've already completely re-recorded my album, and I really love how it sounds now." There's no doubt her fan base would be "into the idea," but the "Cruel Summer" singer goes on to say, "Those 2 albums can still have their moments to re-emerge when the time is right, if that would be something you guys would be excited about. But if it happens, it won't be from a place of sadness and longing for what I wish I could have. It will just be a celebration now." Swift posted photos of herself on Instagram posing with her first six albums alongside the caption, You belong with me," in reference to the chart-topping single from her second studio album, Fearless. As for the deal, Swift will finally own the rights to everything she created, including her albums, music videos, artwork, typography and more. Taylor Swift Finally Reveals Exactly Why 'Reputation TV' Is On Pause first appeared on Parade on May 30, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Taylor Swift Fans Reveal Mixed Reactions to Her Major Career News
Taylor Swift Fans Reveal Mixed Reactions to Her Major Career News originally appeared on Parade. Taylor Swift's Reputation is on the line as some fans are confused and others are frustrated following the announcement that she's purchased the rights to her master recordings. Reputation (Taylor's Version) or Rep TV, the re-recording of the iconic album that fans had been promised amid delays, is no longer happening. Swift really doesn't need to record the final two albums from the six whose masters she previously did not own because now she's in control of (and earning royalties from) her full catalog. This is good for Swift, who revealed why Reputation TV still wasn't done. Most Swifties are really excited about the news. After all, it's a massive win for Swift, who famously feuded with Scooter Braun when he purchased the rights to Swift's first six albums in 2019 for $300 million. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Her most dedicated fans faithfully streamed Taylor's Version of each album as she rerecorded them, putting her back on the pop charts with each release. But now, what do they do when there are original and TV versions of four albums out there? And how do they cope with the cancellation of Rep TV, which some fans were (not literally) dying to get their hands on? That's on a lot of fans' minds as they took to X to discuss Swift's acquisition and what comes next. Responding to the news on X, one commenter asked, "so basically all those rerecordings were cash grabs?" Another sadly wrote, "we are never getting REPUTATION😭" "WHICH VERSIONS OF THE SONGS DO I LISTEN TO NOW THO? WHAT SONGS DO I ADD TO PLAYLISTS????? IM SO CONFLICTED," another Swiftie questioned. Not everyone was upset, however. One Swiftie said, "Literally, what a perfect poetic way to wrap up the masters, Taylor's Versions, and Eras era." Overall, the response has been positive and in celebration, one fan is "listening to taylor swift (the reclaimed version) and then allll the way through every single song that she now owns." This will take a while. Taylor Swift Fans Reveal Mixed Reactions to Her Major Career News first appeared on Parade on May 30, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Taylor Swift Gives Update on Reputation TV: Everything to Know About Release
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Taylor Swift said she "has not even re-recorded a quarter" of Reputation (Taylor's Version) in an announcement to fans on Friday. The announcement did not provide a release date for Reputation TV, but Swift said the album is "specific" to that time in her life. "I kept hitting a stopping point when trying to remake it," Swift said. She confirmed that she has completely re-recorded her debut album. "Those 2 albums can have their moment to re-emerge when the time is right, if that's something you guys would be excited about," Swift wrote. Swift also told fans that she now owns all of her music, music videos, concert films, album art and photography and unreleased songs. "The memories. The magic. The madness," Swift said. "Every single era. My entire life's work." Swift said she "stopped thinking it could ever happen, after 20 years of having the carrot dangled and then yanked away." This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
The Spinoff
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Spinoff
Bloody crocs, vomit socks: The best moments from the 2025 Aotearoa Music Awards
Alex Casey recaps the highlights of the 60th Aotearoa Music Awards. Last night the Viaduct Event Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau hosted the 60th Aotearoa Music Awards, a celebration of our best and brightest musicians and an annual opportunity to see just how many outfit changes Jesse Mulligan and Kara Rickard can pack into one awards night (I counted just four this year, but we are in tough times). Here are my observations from watching the RNZ livestream from my couch (you can now watch it on TVNZ+ if you missed out) with bonus commentary from awards attendee Toby Manhire, who sent me an email with the subject line 'Unsolicited radnom opinions' at 1.26am this morning. Category is: charcoal This is humiliating to admit, but I did have a tab open the other day to watch the red carpet of the American Music Awards, convinced like all the other idiot clowns around the world that Taylor Swift was going to slither out in a snake outfit and announce Reputation TV. That didn't happen, but what struck me was how boring everybody looked in their same-y sequins, deep plunge dresses and really bad wigs (she says in her trackpants). Dare I say that New Zealand turned it out comparatively, nailing a thrilling brief that can only be described as 'Charcoal! At the Disco' Dangerous day to be a pair of crutches Poor DARTZ drummer Rollyz, aka Hakopa Kuka-Larsen, who had to take the stage not once but twice on a pair of crutches to accept the Tui for best rock artist and best video content. 'What happened?' asked Mulligan. 'Carrying the band has its downsides,' joked Kuka-larsen. Poli-poli-poli, politicians It isn't a music awards night without some politicians in the house, including minister for arts, culture and heritage Paul Goldsmith wearing what our insider described as 'a t-shirt with a lion in sequins'. He was also spotted introducing his daughter to Lorde in the crowd, before announcing 'I could use some chips.' Later in the proceedings, Mulligan gave the esteemed guests a shout out. 'Tonight we have Paul Goldsmith, Tamatha Paul, Jenny Salesa, Chris Bishop, and Kahurangi Carter,' he said. 'Yes, I said them in a weird order so you wouldn't know when to boo.' There was an indiscernible hubbub in the crowd, soon revealed to be a cluster of people yelling 'Chloe! Chloe! Chloe!'. 'We love Chloe, our Tāmaki Makaurau MP,' said Rickard. 'Hey, we're not playing favourites here,' quipped Mulligan. One of the most heartwarming moments of the night came from best classical artist winner Jian Liu, who seemed totally chuffed to accept his award. 'Music, it doesn't matter what we do, it takes a lot of passion and dedication,' he said, gesturing out to the crowd of artists. 'Maybe we can jam together if you need a good pianist.' Later in the night, L.A.B. picked up that gauntlet after winning radio airplay record of the year: 'Maybe we have a jam with Jian Lu after this and come up with another one.' Stan Walker had a showstopper He won best Māori artist earlier in the night, describing the award as 'a win for all of us, as Māori we do everything collectively, I am them, they are me,' and dedicating it to 'all our tangata whenua here who make this possible.' That kaupapa was laid bare during Walker's live performance of 'Māori Ki Te Ao' in the second half, in which the stage swelled with Toitū Te Tiriti flags, kapa haka performers and supporters. 'I'd like to say another kia ora to our politicians still in attendance,' said Mulligan, flags still waving proudly in front of the camera. 'It's great to have you here.' As a sidenote, another cool Stan Walker tidbit came during one of the throwback packages, in which he reflected on the success of 'Little Black Box' and his initial resentment of it. 'That was a song that was given to me and it wasn't really my style,' he explained. 'For a little while I didn't even know what a black box was, and years later I found out the black box was actually orange.' Still, he acknowledged the role the song had in his career and that he has now come to embrace it. 'Felt like a microcosm for the night,' wrote our awards insider. 'The snobbery of NZ music is gone.' Hori Shaw had the speech of the night Accepting his award for best breakthrough artist in camouflage and Crocs, Ōpōtiki reggae artist Hori Shaw had the acceptance speech of the night (even if they were less speeches, more awkies Q&As). 'I came prepared but everything's just gone now,' he said into the microphone. 'What about thanking some people? Family?' suggested Mulligan. 'I'd like to thank my family,' said Shaw. 'I'm just a hori fulla from the East Coast, I feel more comfortable like this instead of wearing suits and all that. Still got a bit of blood on my Crocs from last night… chur cuz.' Mulligan summed it nicely: 'Fuck I love New Zealand.' And Callum Devlin had the scream of the night Accepting the best group award for Earth Tongue with a handicam and Ezra Simons' mum Pauline, Callum Devlin from Sportsteam and Hans Puckett unleashed an impressively long scream. Cat got your Earth Tongue, Mulligan? Jesse Mulligan… was in a metal band? Speaking of screams, when Devilskin took the stage to accept the people's choice award, Mulligan had a fan moment in front of guitarist Paul Martin. 'I used to love listening to you on the Axe Attack growing up,' he said, asking if Martin could have ever expected this success all these years later. 'Probably like you and Vomit Socks back in the day,' said Martin. Wait, what? 'Are are you saying Jesse Mulligan was in a metal band?' asked Rickard. 'That's all we've got time for,' said Mulligan. We need answers. It's a woman's world Sorry to sully this celebration of the best music of the year with a Katy Perry reference, but by god did the women of New Zealand music own the live performances last night. There was Aaradhna, winner of best soul/RnB artist, with the dreamy purple gold haze of 'Love 2 Love', CHAII commanding in a white taffeta cloud for 'We Be Killing It' and Fazerdaze bringing the house down with the shimmering ennui of 'Cherry Pie'. Special shout out to our faves Atomic, who performed a thrilling medley of iconic NZ tracks by women including Julia Deans and Vera Ellen dusting off 'Lydia'. 'My baaaaaaby' never sounded better. Flowers for Fazerdaze Taking out both best solo artist and best album of the year, Fazerdaze aka Amelia Murray finally got her flowers after one hell of a journey through the industry. She was visibly moved as the audience got to their feet in a standing ovation, including a very cute supportive Kris Jenner moment from her pal and stylist Rose Hope. 'I'm very overwhelmed in a really nice way, this feels like a dream,' Murray said. 'I've been doing this for 10 years and tonight I've won my first music awards.' Our insider had this to say: 'Fazerdaze! Incredible. So much love for her tonight. Felt like being at the launch pad of a rocket.' Lorde (and now honorary NZer Charli xcx) won single of the year Fresh out of the YMCA toilets and having just released her bare-torsoed, dirt-laden music video for 'Man of the Year', Ella Yelich-O'Connor took the stage to accept the Tui for single of the year for the 'girl, so confusing' remix with Charli xcx. 'It happened incredibly quickly and it truly changed my life,' said Yelich O'Connor on the collaboration, before thanking all the women in the industry who paved the way for her: 'it's hard to have these hard conversations as women but its easier if you do it.' Although there was still no acknowledgement of the New Zealander who said she walked like a bitch, Lorde also gave a shout out to Stan Walker's powerful performance. 'I want to say thank you to Stan, that was so moving,' she said. 'Watching from overseas this year as te reo Māori is defended the way that it is is so inspiring for me, it's so beautiful.' Explicitly addressing the sequin lion t-shirt types in the room, she then went on to say this: 'are we going to honour that treaty or what?' Six60 are so popular they had to make up an award for them The lads took the stage to accept the inaugural and definitely real 'Charts Icon' award, as Rickard listed off some truly ridiculous numbers and milestones. Four number one albums. 586 weeks in the singles charts. 1232 weeks in the album charts. Their albums have been certified platinum 38 times over, and their singles 48 times. They also won highest selling artist of the year, a prize that was previously won by acts such as Six60, Six60, Six60 and Six60 for the last seven years. 'I don't know if hold music is part of the charts, but that's probably why we are standing here,' joked Chris Mac. 'And for that, I apologise.' There was an amazing closing medley It began with Don McGlashan picking his way slowly through fallen leaves, and it ended with Troy Kingi absolutely shredding his way through 'Slice of Heaven'. The all star supergroup anthem to close the show was celebrating 60 years of the local music awards and 50 years of local music charts (what happened in that first decade?) and it did not disappoint. I'm talking Savage coming out for 'Swing', soon joined by Aaradhna for 'They Don't Know'. I'm talking Hollie Smith belting 'Bathe in the River'. I'm talking How bloody Bizarre. In the words of Vomit Socks frontman Jesse Mulligan, I fucking love New Zealand.
