Taylor Swift is in a sparkling new era.
On Friday, she dropped her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” a collection of bouncy pop songs about love, marriage, success — and score-settling — that had fans analyzing and debating every word.
The 35-year-old artist reunited with Swedish hitmakers Max Martin and Shellback for the tight 12-track collection, and their influence is clear in the driving beats and catchy hooks.
“I can’t tell you how proud I am to share this with you, an album that just feels so right,” Swift posted on Instagram, along with photos of her in showgirl outfits.
Elated fans worldwide snapped up tickets to special “release party” screenings in movie theaters — including the premiere of the video for lead single “The Fate of Ophelia.”
In Melbourne, Swifties —