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Post by Modern Myth on Oct 31, 2010 13:15:01 GMT -5
That 'Back To December' performance was flawless! :o 'Mine' was great, too. I have to say, for the most part, I've been really impressed with her live performances this era. She's definitely stepped it up. I agree! I also don't think I've posted how much I love this album! It's simply perfect. I have a new favorite everyday. The only song I'm iffy on is "Superman" only because of the lyrics. I hope "Back to December" is released a single, along with "Story Of Us." She has a lot of fun performing that song. "Last Kiss" is also flawless.
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Post by livelikedying111 on Oct 31, 2010 14:48:26 GMT -5
Of course she'd be scared, he not only booed her but he gave her a heck of a smack too! she said "why'd you do that?"
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Post by Ivy Leegueâ„¢ on Oct 31, 2010 15:23:50 GMT -5
@ those Ellen performances. If I had seen her perform like that in prior eras, I wouldn't have been so vocally against her. Not only has this chick stepped up her writing game, she is also stepping up her vocal game. Very impressed at the moment and I continue to enjoy her CD on a daily basis.
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Post by 👑 Eloquent ™ on Oct 31, 2010 15:28:29 GMT -5
Speak Now (album) debuts at #6 in the UK [ source].
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Post by JORDAN on Oct 31, 2010 17:20:57 GMT -5
I have been confidently not liking Taylor Swift for probably the last two years, despite all of the t-swift lovers in my town. I disliked all of her songs on the radio and couldn't stand to watch her live. However, the first time I heard 'Mine,' I was very upset because I actually liked it! So, I hate to admit it, but I gave this album a chance on a whim and I enjoy it! It is a good pop album, with just the right amount of country (next to NONE) for me to enjoy it! Congrats on a great debut and a good album, Taylor (& her fans!).
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Post by kmbgs on Oct 31, 2010 18:36:20 GMT -5
Enchanted is literally story of my life, this gurl be inceptin' my brain I swear.
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Post by music2011 on Oct 31, 2010 19:06:29 GMT -5
^^ Does that Ellen performance confirm that Back To December is the next single? Apparently! I remember seeing on tv screen when Ellen was on saying 'Taylor performs her new single on Monday'. Good job BMR!
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Post by music2011 on Oct 31, 2010 19:59:44 GMT -5
Those performances on Ellen were amazing! I loved the acoustic version of Mine. I love the song now more than I did before.
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Post by #brayden on Oct 31, 2010 21:12:24 GMT -5
She's really hit or miss with her live performances. Although, when she does 'hit' it she still only sounds about 7/10.
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Post by fridayteenage on Oct 31, 2010 22:43:18 GMT -5
Listening to Never Grow Up again, I think if it ended after minute 4 I’d bump it to a B+.
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Post by Mack on Nov 1, 2010 6:43:29 GMT -5
As of now, my least favorite song is 'Last Kiss'. I like it, but I don't love it like I do the rest of the tracks on the album.
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Post by David on Nov 1, 2010 7:49:42 GMT -5
Bought the CD at Starbucks with only hearing "Mine". It's amazing to me how someone so young can write such catchy, good songs. Early standouts for me are "Back To Decmeber", "The Story of Us", and "Never Grow Up".
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Post by jumpupandburst on Nov 1, 2010 9:32:21 GMT -5
My choice for singles goes like this: 1- Mine (obviously) 2- Back To December (original mix to country and the international mix to Pop. And they should also make the acoustic mix available, just in case some stations wanted to play it). 3- Sparks Fly (all formats): It's a fan favorite since the Fearless days and it would serve as a nice mood change from "Back To December" 4- Mean (country) and depending on the success of Sparks Fly, "Better Than Revenge" (Pop). If Sparks Fly was very successful, I think they shouldn't release a single to pop radio at this point. 5- Enchanted (all formats). I just love this song and think it would be a really good single, simply because it's one of those songs on the album that's getting an overwhelming positive response from everyone. As Will said, with the right mix, it could be huge. I agree with the choices, but not necessarily in that order.."Sparks Fly" just has to be released and the same with "Enchanted." I can see both songs doing real well in CHR. Songs that shouldn't be released...EVER: "Story Of Us" and "Never Grow Up." "Story Of Us" doesn't seem like it can ever be a hit...and "Never Grow Up" is easily the most annoying song on the album. I don't see "Better than Revenge" or "Innocent" being super successful if they release them but i wouldn't mind.
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Post by neverduplicated on Nov 1, 2010 10:12:19 GMT -5
It seems like most really love "Sparks Fly." I like it, but it's not one of the standout tracks to me. In an album full of extraordinary songs, especially songs that really show Taylor's growth (such as Back to December, Mean, Innocent, Enchanted), I think it would be a waste to release Sparks Fly, unless maybe it's a 6th single or something.
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Post by Joe1240 on Nov 1, 2010 11:09:40 GMT -5
Elizabeth Arden, Inc. Signs Exclusive Global Fragrance Agreement With Taylor Swift ~ First fragrance will debut in Fall 2011~ NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Elizabeth Arden, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEN), a global prestige beauty products company, announced today that it has signed an exclusive global license agreement with Taylor Swift, the internationally acclaimed music star, to develop and market her own line of fragrance products. The license agreement includes the development, marketing, and distribution of fragrances and ancillary products. The first fragrance will debut in prestige retailers in North America during the fall of 2011. Taylor will be personally involved in all aspects of product development, packaging and advertising. "We are very enthusiastic about partnering with Taylor Swift," said Ronald Rolleston, Executive Vice President of Elizabeth Arden. "Her rise to superstardom has been meteoric, and her multiple awards and incredible record sales are a testament to her extraordinary talent. Equally important to us is what Taylor represents as an artist: a role model who inspires her global fan base every day. We look forward to launching a new fragrance brand that reflects every facet of this extremely talented young artist." "I have always loved how fragrance can shape a memory the way certain scents remind you of events and people that are imprinted in your thoughts," said Taylor Swift. "Lately I've been having fun experimenting with combining some of my favorite scents, so I'm really excited about working with Elizabeth Arden to develop my own unique fragrance." Music sensation Taylor Swift is one of the most talented and successful artists on the music scene today. She is a beloved and highly relatable singer-songwriter with an incredibly devoted fan base; her intensely personal lyrical style led the New York Times to describe her as "one of pop's finest songwriters." Ranked #12 on the 2010 Forbes Celebrity 100 list, she has won four Grammy Awards (for her second album, Fearless) and was named "Artist of the Year" by Billboard Magazine. Taylor's 15-month, 107-date FEARLESS 2009/2010 Tour sold out arenas and stadiums in 88 cities in five countries spanning four continents. In January 2010, Nielsen SoundScan named Swift the top-selling digital artist in music history, with over 28 million digital tracks sold. Her popularity extends to the social media universe as well: she has nearly 4.5 million followers on Twitter, and over 11.6 million fans on Facebook. Taylor is currently slated to play 85 shows in 18 countries in 2011 in support of her new album, Speak Now. About Elizabeth Arden – www.elizabetharden.com Elizabeth Arden is a global prestige beauty products company with an extensive portfolio of prestige beauty brands sold in over 100 countries. The company's brand portfolio includes Elizabeth Arden skincare, color, and fragrance products, PREVAGE(R) anti-aging treatment, the celebrity fragrance brands of Britney Spears, Elizabeth Taylor, Mariah Carey, Hilary Duff, and Usher; the designer fragrance brands of Juicy Couture, Alberta Ferretti, Alfred Sung, Badgley Mischka, Bob Mackie, Geoffrey Beene, Halston, John Varvatos, Kate Spade, Lucky Brand, and Rocawear; and the lifestyle fragrance brands Curve, Giorgio Beverly Hills, and PS Fine Cologne. SOURCE Elizabeth Arden, Inc. Back to top RELATED LINKS shop.elizabetharden.comwww.prnewswire.com/news-releases/elizabeth-arden-inc-signs-exclusive-global-fragrance-agreement-with-taylor-swift-106447403.html
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Post by ListenToItTwice on Nov 1, 2010 11:46:20 GMT -5
It seems like most really love "Sparks Fly." I like it, but it's not one of the standout tracks to me. In an album full of extraordinary songs, especially songs that really show Taylor's growth (such as Back to December, Mean, Innocent, Enchanted), I think it would be a waste to release Sparks Fly, unless maybe it's a 6th single or something. I feel the same way, but I think that after Mine, she really needs a momentum-builder on radio. If she has a huge hit again, people will have a much stronger interest in her subsequent material, which will show off her growth and keep the album selling.
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Post by justlurkingaround on Nov 1, 2010 12:09:59 GMT -5
#nowplaying Enchanted - Taylor Swift I'm in the mood for songs with a "magical" feel to them!
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Post by Ace on Nov 1, 2010 12:17:43 GMT -5
I'm surprised that they would use the second single as one of the iTunes countdown songs. I wasn't following her when Fearless was going to be released...was White Horse a countdown song?
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Post by justlurkingaround on Nov 1, 2010 12:54:16 GMT -5
^ No it was not. The countdown songs were: 1) Fearless 2) You're Not Sorry (they definitely missed out on this one) 3) You Belong With Me
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Post by ListenToItTwice on Nov 1, 2010 13:16:50 GMT -5
^ No it was not. The countdown songs were: 1) Fearless 2) You're Not Sorry (they definitely missed out on this one) 3) You Belong With Me Are you sure? I really remember it being the last countdown song.
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Post by #brayden on Nov 1, 2010 13:19:38 GMT -5
^ No it was not. The countdown songs were: 1) Fearless 2) You're Not Sorry (they definitely missed out on this one) 3) You Belong With Me Are you sure? I really remember it being the last countdown song. He's correct. 'White Horse' was not a countdown single for Fearless.
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Post by Taylor. on Nov 1, 2010 13:20:18 GMT -5
White Horse went to #1 on iTunes when the album was released, but it wasn't a countdown single.
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Post by ListenToItTwice on Nov 1, 2010 13:20:57 GMT -5
White Horse went to #1 on iTunes when the album was released, but it wasn't a countdown single. ohhh okay gotcha. That makes sense.
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Post by Carriefan1190 on Nov 1, 2010 13:41:31 GMT -5
I have been against her vocally for a while....but she has grown up so much with this album. For once, her songs are not all about boys all the time and some of them are beautifully written. Well done Taylor!
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Post by 👑 Eloquent ™ on Nov 1, 2010 14:06:35 GMT -5
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Post by maria4hitz on Nov 1, 2010 14:13:45 GMT -5
I'M SO HAPPY FOR HER!!!!!!
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Post by tsr on Nov 1, 2010 14:17:00 GMT -5
It's a great day to be a Taylor fan
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Post by Joe1240 on Nov 1, 2010 14:17:14 GMT -5
Yay for Taylor!!!!!!!!
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Post by passionformusic on Nov 1, 2010 14:24:41 GMT -5
WOWW! Congrats! Well deserved! This news will boost her second week as well! Plus Ellen promo. :) Very happy for her!
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Post by clarksodi on Nov 1, 2010 14:27:38 GMT -5
At this rate, she will sell more than the rest of the top 50 albums' sales COMBINED. It's insane.
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