Taylor Swift Unveils The Black Dog Variant of The Tortured Poets Department at Eras Tour Singapore

Taylor Swift, the reigning queen of surprises, astounded fans on the second day of her Eras Tour in Singapore with a monumental announcement: the unveiling of the fourth and final variant of her upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, titled The Black Dog. Swift’s revelation came during her concert at the National Stadium on March 3, sending Swifties into a frenzy of excitement.

Unlike the first day’s anticipation, Swift chose to save the big reveal for Day 2, once again going live during her concert night to share the eagerly awaited news. Alongside showcasing the monochromatic album art of The Black Dog variant on Instagram, Swift treated fans to a sneak peek of the song with the haunting lyric, “Old habits die screaming…”. The announcement marks the culmination of Swift’s series of bonus tracks, with The Manuscript, The Bolter, and The Albatross preceding it.

Following the electrifying announcement, fans can now pre-order the final edition of The Tortured Poets Department on Taylor Swift’s website, adding to the anticipation surrounding the album’s release on April 19, 2024. Swift’s meticulous rollout of bonus tracks has kept fans on the edge of their seats, with each reveal accompanied by heightened excitement and speculation.

Swift’s Eras Tour in Singapore also saw a star-studded lineup of guests, including K-pop sensations BLACKPINK’s Lisa and SHINee’s Minho, alongside Irish actor Barry Keoghan. Amidst the night’s surprises, Swift treated the audience to unforgettable performances, including a captivating mashup of Long Story Short (evermore) and The Story of Us (Speak Now – Taylor’s Version), followed by a fusion of Clean (1989 – Taylor’s Version) and evermore.

As Swift continues to captivate audiences with her musical prowess and penchant for surprises, The Tortured Poets Department promises to be a landmark addition to her illustrious discography, showcasing her evolution as an artist while delighting fans with new sounds and narratives. With The Black Dog variant completing the quartet of bonus tracks, anticipation for Swift’s forthcoming album reaches a crescendo, setting the stage for yet another era-defining moment in her storied career.