Paris, La Defense Arena, May 12 2024
Taylor Swift’s recent concerts at the Paris La Défense Arena in May (four dates from May 09 to 12) are a landmark event, inaugurating the European leg of her The Eras Tour with a mix of nostalgia and novelty that underlines her evolution as a global music icon. Our media was able to attend today’s concert in the gold category (block 113). This unforgettable experience not only recapitulated his musical journey, but also deepened it by integrating his latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, into a tour already celebrated for its exhaustive career review.
At the Paris La Défense Arena, a venue with a capacity of around 45,000, Taylor Swift’s concert was transformed into a grandiose multimedia spectacle. The setlist bridged the singer’s different musical eras, from the country sounds of her early days to the sophisticated pop landscapes of her recent work. The addition of songs from her eleventh studio album gave a new narrative dimension to the show, offering the audience new music alongside the hits that have defined her career.
Taylor Swift’s staging was meticulously crafted, with cutting-edge visuals, intricate lighting effects and elaborate stage set-ups designed to enhance the narrative of her songs. The choreography was both precise and expressive, designed to reflect the emotional cadence of her lyrics, which range from exuberant joy to reflective melancholy.
The inclusion of songs from The Tortured Poets Department was particularly significant, as it marked the live debut of these tracks on the European tour. This Eras tour update, which was captured and is available on Disney+, adds considerable value to the recorded version, offering viewers and audiences a richer, more contemporary experience of Taylor Swift’s artistry.
This concert exemplified Taylor Swift’s mastery of storytelling, weaving together visual and musical elements to create an immersive experience that resonates with a diverse audience. Each act of the concert was like a chapter in her life, presented with a level of production that rivals Broadway shows, making it a spectacle of music and visual art.
His ability to connect with audiences, acknowledge their support and reflect shared emotions through his music, was palpable. The Paris concert reaffirmed her status not just as a pop star, but as a cultural phenomenon whose music and performances are a dialogue with her fans, reflecting shared experiences and emotions.
The four historic concerts at the Paris La Défense Arena not only set the tone for the European tour, but also highlighted Taylor Swift’s constant evolution as an artist. By seamlessly integrating new music with old, Taylor Swift continues to take her audience on a musical journey that is both thoughtful and forward-looking. As the Eras Tour progresses, it continues to evolve, promising new surprises and cementing Taylor Swift’s place in the pantheon of music legends.
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The drums made it even better
WHY are all these people watching this damn good concert through their phone screen?? I just don't get it!!!
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We told her not to get involved with Matty, but she called us vipers in empath clothing… anywho, we got this great song out of it.. all's well that ends well
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Has anyone seen her pointing her thumb in the direction of the dancer from Fortnight when she sings, who the hell is that guy? I think it's pretty obvious now that Fortnight and smallest man are both about Matty. I don't understand how people can see Joe in those lyrics, it doesn't make sense. Also, if you look at Miss Americana, it's obvious that Taylor, who was raised as a good girl, is more attracted to the bad boys and falls in love with them more than the good guys. I think Taylor will now understand in hindsight how Selena must have felt all that time with Justin. Almost like an addiction, good for her that Matty cut ties earlier than Justin, he would have destroyed her. She was already in deep (I would have died for your sins or I'm willing to give up everything for you),
Thank Goodness Travis came around a True Gentelman
Agh I grew up a Jehovah’s Witness and it’s so wild to hear her sing those words
I cant imagine what he did to her-for the anger this song symbolizes & the lines like “ he deserves prison” Matty seems to be a quiet person so he doesnt seem like he’d want to stir up drama & hurt her in process.
Cringe overrated puppet
Billboard ME! Live version 🤔🤔🤔🤔
This bridge is INSANE. Hoping I can live the eras tour experience again
The flash of red light before she falls 😮
The red lights when she gets shot is devastating
I don’t care what you all say .. but this bridge was written based on my story.. she knows my story and she thought about this 57 year old man who just went through hell with his ex .. when I heard the song I had to stop the car .. stop the song .. process the lyrics … and cry like a baby .. thank God I am alive .. because “the smallest man who ever lived” .. was sleeping with a gun underneath our bed 😢
Shooting Reunion with bloodline
Non stop goosebumps
I am so obsessed with this bridge.
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I would march behind her.
The drummers are marching to their death. Pretty straight forward. In battle the drummers aren’t armed. Their job was to keep the troops moving forward to the beat of a drum. Shooting them was seen as cowardly. They were usually innocent kids or young men. So in this case they all marched to their death. Making whomever shot them “the smallest measure of a man that ever lived”.
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She's a crumpled up piece of paper lying here…because she remembers it all too well.
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Who's the Jehovah Witness she is talking about?
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The best bridge of all time
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That’s amazing. Love the drums too.
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