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Speak Now World Tour

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This is about the tour. For the live album, see Speak Now: World Tour Live .

• 1 Background
• 2 Opening acts
• 3.1.1 Covers
• 5.1 Box office score data
• 6 References
• 7 External links

Background [ ]

"I’m so excited to go back out on tour again in 2011! The 'Fearless Tour' was so much fun and even more unforgettable than I ever imagined, and I can't wait to get back out and play my new music from Speak Now! The fans have been so amazing and I'm thrilled to play in new cities around the world and meet even more of my fans in 2011!" [3]

While promoting her current album, Swift mentioned her excitement for her upcoming tour. She stated the tour was going to be "big" and "extensive". [4] On November 23, 2010, various media outlets—including Billboard Magazine announced the second tour by Swift. [5] It follows her successful Fearless Tour which played for over 100 dates in over five countries. The tour marked the singer's first tour to perform in stadiums. Before the tour commenced, Swift performed "The Allure of Taylor Swift" aboard the MS Allure of the Seas at the Allure of the Seas Aquatheater, as apart Royal Caribbean Cruises in January 2011. [6]

Opening acts [ ]

Setlist [ ].

• " Sparks Fly "
• " The Story of Us "
• " Our Song "
• " Back to December " / "Apologize" / " You're Not Sorry "
• " Better Than Revenge "
• " Speak Now "
• " Fearless " / "I'm Yours" / "Hey, Soul Sister"
• " Last Kiss "
• " You Belong with Me "
• " Dear John "
• " Enchanted "
• " Haunted "
• " Long Live "
• " Fifteen "
• " Love Story "
• During the shows in Asia leg and Europe leg, " Our Song ", " Mean ", " Last Kiss ", " Haunted " were not performed, as the result of stage reduction and lacking background dancers. In addition, " Fifteen " was moved to the place where " Last Kiss " originally should be.
• " Ours " was added to the setlist after the Denver show on September 27, 2011.
• " Safe & Sound " was added to the setlist since the Oceania leg, although it was replaced by " Eyes Open " during the show in Auckland.
• During her concert at the Allstate Arena, Swift performed "Sugar, We're Goin Down" [12]
• During her concert at the Van Andel Arena, Swift performed "Lose Yourself" and "Smile". [13]
• During her concert at the Lincoln Financial Field, Swift performed "Who Knew" and "Unpretty". [12]
• During her concerts at the Staples Center, Swift was joined onstage my many guest stars. For the concert on August 23, Swift was joined onstage by Justin Bieber to perform "Baby". [14] For the show on the 24th, Swift was joined by Jason Mraz to perform his hit, "I'm Yours". She also performed, "God Only Knows" by The Beach Boys. [15] The following concert on the 27th saw Swift performing, "Tonight Tonight" with Hot Chelle Rae [15] and on the 28th, she performed "Super Bass" with Nicki Minaj . [16]
• During her concert in at Rogers Arena, Swift performed "You Learn" and "Baby". She was later joined onstage by Tal Bachman to perform his hit, "She's So High". [17]
• During her concert at the Bridgestone Arena on September 16, Swift was joined by Ronnie Dunn and the two performed "Bleed Red". She was also joined by Hayley Williams and the two performed "That's What You Get". [18]
• For her concerts in Atlanta, Swift was joined onstage by Usher to perform "Yeah!" on the first and rapper T.I. performing "Live Your Life" on the second. [19]
• During her concert at the Cowboys Stadium, Swift was joined onstage by B.o.B to perform " Airplanes ". [20]
• For her concerts in Glendale, Swift performed "No Parade", "The Middle" and "All You Wanted". [21]
• During her concert at the Valley View Casino Center, Swift performed, "Dare You to Move". [22]
• During the concert at the Frank Erwin Center, Swift was joined onstage by Shawn Colvin to perform "Sunny Came Home". [23]
• During her concert at Minute Maid Park, Swift was joined onstage by Nelly to perform "Just a Dream" [24]
• During her concert at the American Airlines Arena, Swift was joined by Flo Rida to perform "Right Round". [25]
• During her concert at the Colonial Life Arena, Swift was joined by Darius Rucker to perform "Alright". [26]
• During her concert at the Madison Square Garden, Swift was joined by Selena Gomez to perform "Who Says" and James Taylor to perform "Fire and Rain". [27]

Gallery [ ]

Tour dates [ ].

• ^ a This concert was a part of the Speak Now, Help Now

Box office score data [ ]

References [ ].

• ↑ "Top 50 Worldwide Tours (01/01/2011 - 06/30/2011)" . Pollstar . Pollstar, Inc.. 8 July 2011 . http://www.pollstarpro.com/files/Charts2011/071811Top50WorldwideTours.pdf . Retrieved 15 July 2011 .
• ↑ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0Mnebw_TJc&feature=digest_fri
• ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "Taylor Swift’s World Tour" . Pollstar . Associated Content. 2010-11-23 . http://pollstar.com/blogs/news/archive/2010/11/23/748307.aspx . Retrieved 2010-11-24 .
• ↑ Vena, Jocelyn (2010-11-23). "Taylor Swift Announces Speak Now World Tour Dates" . MTV News . MTV Networks . http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1652946/20101123/swift__taylor.jhtml . Retrieved 2010-11-24 .
• ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Mapes, Jillian. "Taylor Swift Announces 'Speak Now' World Tour" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media . http://www.billboard.com/events/taylor-swift-announces-speak-now-world-tour-1004130458.story#/events/taylor-swift-announces-speak-now-world-tour-1004130458.story . Retrieved 2010-11-24 .
• ↑ Golden, Fran (2010-10-22). "Taylor Swift to Perform on World's Largest Cruise Ship" . AOL Travel News . AOL, Inc. . http://news.travel.aol.com/2010/10/22/taylor-swift-to-perform-on-world-s-largest-cruise-ship/ . Retrieved 2010-11-24 .
• ↑ Lee, Raquel (9 February 2011). "Singapore Idol Sezairi Sezali to open for Taylor Swift" . MediaCorp Channel NewsAsia . MediaCorp . http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/entertainment/view/1109575/1/.html . Retrieved 19 February 2011 .
• ↑ "Taylor Swift picks Sam Concepcion to be part of her show" . ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs . ABS–CBN Corporation. 3 February 2011 . http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/02/03/11/taylor-swift-picks-sam-concepcion-be-part-her-show . Retrieved 3 February 2011 .
• ↑ "Tom Dice naar Vorst met countryster Taylor Swift [Tom Dice to perform with country star Taylor Swift]" (in Dutch). De Standaard . Corelio. 7 March 2011 . http://www.standaard.be/artikel/detail.aspx?artikelid=SU37696L . Retrieved 7 March 2011 .
• ↑ Smith, Jay (2 December 2010). "Taylor Swift’s NeedToBreathe" . Pollstar . Associated Press . http://www.pollstar.com/blogs/news/archive/2010/12/02/749061.aspx . Retrieved 2 February 2011 .
• ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 11.5 11.6 "Taylor Swift Adds Opening Acts to North American Tour" . Country Music Television . 2011-03-03 . http://www.cmt.com/news/news-in-brief/1659143/taylor-swift-adds-opening-acts-to-north-american-tour.jhtml . Retrieved 2011-03-18 .
• ↑ 12.0 12.1 Rubenstein, Jenna Hally (11 August 2011). "WATCH: Taylor Swift Covers Fall Out Boy's 'Sugar, We're Goin Down'" . MTV Buzzworthy Blog . MTV Networks. Archived from the original on 31 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/61Lt95kH8 . Retrieved 31 August 2011 .
• ↑ Nessif, Bruna (4 August 2011). "Taylor Swift Makes Eminem's "Lose Yourself" Sound Sweet" . E! Online . NBCUniversal. Archived from the original on 31 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/61LsrP3M0 . Retrieved 31 August 2011 .
• ↑ Gallo, Phil (24 August 2011). "Justin Bieber Crashes Taylor Swift's L.A. Concert: Video" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media . Archived from the original on 31 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/61LtT9uCM . Retrieved 31 August 2011 .
• ↑ 15.0 15.1 Jones, Anthony (29 August 2011). "Nicki Minaj, Jason Mraz join Taylor Swift on-stage for surprise duets" . All Headline News . http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/90058539 . Retrieved 8 September 2011 .
• ↑ Kennedy, Gerrick D. (29 August 2011). "Taylor Swift's final Staples show gets boost from Nicki Minaj" . Los Angeles Times . Tribune Company . http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2011/08/taylor-swift-gets-a-bit-of-help-from-nicki-minaj-.html . Retrieved 8 September 2011 .
• ↑ Collins, Leah (18 July 2011). "Taylor Swift Covers Justin Bieber In Concert (Alanis Morissette and Tal Bachman, Too)" . Dose . Postmedia Network. Archived from the original on 23 November 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1322084333DQEBCQSOLC . Retrieved 23 November 2011 .
• ↑ Hogan, Marc (20 September 2011). "Paramore's Hayley Williams Duets With Taylor Swift" . Spin . Archived from the original on 6 October 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/62EDQI9b9 . Retrieved 6 October 2011 .
• ↑ RTT Staf Writer (3 October 2011). "Taylor Swift Performs With Usher And T.I. In Atlanta" . RTTNews. Archived from the original on 6 October 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/62EDaa9hd . Retrieved 6 October 2011 .
• ↑ Partridge, Kenneth (11 October 2011). "Taylor Swift and B.o.B. Take 'Airplanes' for a Spin in Dallas" . The Boot . Aol, Inc.. Archived from the original on 27 October 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1319703157ATDBDBSHCF . Retrieved 27 October 2011 .
• ↑ Partridge, Kenneth (24 October 2011). "Taylor Swift Covers Jimmy Eat World, Michelle Branch + More" . The Boot . Aol, Inc.. Archived from the original on 27 October 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1319703490ZGKBKGNFPW . Retrieved 27 October 2011 .
• ↑ Kragen, Pam (21 October 2011). "CONCERT REVIEW: Swift wows local fans with spectacular arena show" . North County Times . Lee Enterprises. Archived from the original on 27 October 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1319703407NUTOPSYUQM . Retrieved 27 October 2011 .
• ↑ "Taylor Swift 'Came Home' to Austin With Shawn Colvin" . The Boot . Aol, Inc.. 2011 October 31. Archived from the original on 1 November 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1320330683LUPVXYAXLZ . Retrieved 1 November 2011 .
• ↑ Galperina, Marina (7 November 2011). "Taylor Swift and Nelly Duet in Houston" . The Boot . Aol, Inc.. Archived from the original on 23 November 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1322083778NRZENHUJPA . Retrieved 23 November 2011 .
• ↑ "Taylor Swift Brings Flo Rida On Stage To Duet" . WBBM-FM . CBS Radio. 16 November 2011. Archived from the original on 23 November 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1322083962EORGBJIKAL . Retrieved 23 November 2011 .
• ↑ Patridge, Kenneth (19 November 2011). "Taylor Swift Sings 'Alright' with Darius Rucker in South Carolina" . The Boot . Aol, Inc.. Archived from the original on 23 November 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1322084134PAPNOJLSPS . Retrieved 23 November 2011 .
• ↑ Smith, Grady (23 November 2011). "Taylor Swift wraps her Speak Now tour in New York City, sings with James Taylor and Selena Gomez" . Entertainment Weekly . Time Inc.. Archived from the original on 23 November 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1322083491PVSVXTAOEB . Retrieved 23 November 2011 .
• ↑ 28.0 28.1 28.2 "Schedule" . Taylor Swift's Official Website . Universal Music Group . http://www.taylorswift.com/tour . Retrieved 2010-11-24 .
• ↑ 29.0 29.1 29.2 Evans, Rob (2010-12-07). "Taylor Swift adds new shows in response to huge demand" . SoundSpike . MTV Networks . http://www.soundspike.com/news/tour/1187-taylor_swift_tour_taylor_swift_adds_new_shows_in.html . Retrieved 2010-12-10 .
• ↑ Evans, Rob (24 March 2011). "Taylor Swift's "Speak Now" tour to stretch into November" . Soundspike . MTV Networks . http://www.soundspike.com/news/tour/1825-taylor_swift_concert_news_tour_dates/ . Retrieved 7 April 2011 .
• ↑ "Taylor Swift Announces 2012 Australian Tour" . 2Day FM . Austereo Radio Network . 11 August 2011. Archived from the original on 18 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/612pbsRyz . Retrieved 18 August 2011 .
• ↑ "Taylor Swift ending world tour in Auckland" . The New Zealand Herald . APN News & Media . 11 August 2011. Archived from the original on 18 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/612q5nz09 . Retrieved 18 August 2011 .
• ↑ "Taylor Swift 'Speak Now' Australian Tour" . LiveGuide . Archived from the original on 31 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/61LsRrxuv . Retrieved 31 August 2011 .
• ↑ 34.00 34.01 34.02 34.03 34.04 34.05 34.06 34.07 34.08 34.09 34.10 34.11 34.12 34.13 "Billboard Boxscore: Issue Date 11/12/2011" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 12 November 2011. Archived from the original on 3 November 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/62unqErKa . Retrieved 3 November 2011 .
• ↑ 35.0 35.1 "Billboard Boxscore: Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 25 June 2011. Archived from the original on 15 June 2010 . http://www.webcitation.org/5zTCZ3F5s . Retrieved 15 June 2011 .
• ↑ "Billboard Boxscore: Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 18 June 2011. Archived from the original on 15 June 2010 . http://www.webcitation.org/5zSnmfjuV . Retrieved 15 June 2011 .
• ↑ 38.0 38.1 38.2 38.3 38.4 38.5 38.6 "Billboard Boxscore: Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 2 July 2011. Archived from the original on 23 June 2010 . http://www.webcitation.org/5zeI2NXbR . Retrieved 23 June 2011 .
• ↑ 39.0 39.1 39.2 39.3 39.4 "Billboard Boxscore - Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 16 July 2011. Archived from the original on 7 July 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/5zznvuCFd . Retrieved 7 July 2011 .
• ↑ 40.0 40.1 40.2 40.3 40.4 40.5 40.6 40.7 "Billboard Boxscore - Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 20 August 2011. Archived from the original on 5 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/60rDyICmm . Retrieved 11 August 2011 .
• ↑ 41.0 41.1 41.2 "Billboard Boxscore - Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 27 August 2011. Archived from the original on 18 August 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/612mObvTM . Retrieved 18 August 2011 .
• ↑ 42.0 42.1 42.2 "Billboard Boxscore - Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 17 September 2011. Archived from the original on 8 September 2011 . http://www.freezepage.com/1315494553EGFUVPBGXN . Retrieved 8 September 2011 .
• ↑ 43.0 43.1 43.2 43.3 43.4 43.5 43.6 "Billboard Boxscore - Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 8 October 2011. Archived from the original on 3 October 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/62B39eFGi . Retrieved 3 October 2011 .
• ↑ 44.00 44.01 44.02 44.03 44.04 44.05 44.06 44.07 44.08 44.09 44.10 44.11 44.12 "Billboard Boxscore - Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 5 November 2011. Archived from the original on 27 October 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/62jzr4ts8 . Retrieved 27 October 2011 .
• ↑ 45.0 45.1 45.2 45.3 "Billboard Boxscore - Current Scores" . Billboard . Prometheus Global Media. 19 November 2011. Archived from the original on 10 November 2011 . http://www.webcitation.org/635XAfq7J . Retrieved 10 November 2011 .

External links [ ]

• Swift's official website
• 1 List of Taylor Swift's ex-boyfriends
• 2 List of songs
• 3 The Eras Tour

Speak Now World Tour

The Speak Now World Tour was the second concert tour by the American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift , who embarked on it to support her third studio album, Speak Now (2010). It ran from February 9, 2011, to March 18, 2012, and covered 110 shows across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania.

Background and development

Acoustic cover versions, surprise covers, special guests, cancelled date, external links.

The set list consisted mostly of songs from Speak Now , with a few numbers from Swift's first two albums, Taylor Swift (2006) and Fearless (2008). Two songs were performed as medleys with music of other artists: " Hey, Soul Sister " by Train , " Apologize " by OneRepublic , and " I'm Yours " by Jason Mraz . On several US shows, Swift invited special guests to perform duets onstage with her. Multiple US shows were recorded for a concert film and live album, both titled Speak Now World Tour – Live , released on November 21, 2011.

Music critics generally praised the production and Swift's showmanship and interactions with her audience. According to Pollstar , the Speak Now World Tour was the fourth-highest-grossing tour and the highest-grossing by a female artist of 2011. Billboard ranked it fifth on their list of the top tours of 2011.

I’m so excited to go back out on tour again in 2011! The 'Fearless Tour' was so much fun and even more unforgettable than I ever imagined, and I can't wait to get back out and play my new music from Speak Now! The fans have been so amazing and I'm thrilled to play in new cities around the world and meet even more of my fans in 2011! [2]

While promoting Speak Now , Swift mentioned her excitement for her upcoming tour. She stated that the tour was going to be "big" and "extensive". [3] On November 23, 2010, various media outlets, including Billboard magazine, announced the second tour by Swift. [4] It followed her successful Fearless Tour , which played over 100 dates in five countries. The Speak Now World Tour marked Swift's first in multiple stadiums . Before it commenced, she performed "The Allure of Taylor Swift" show aboard the MV Allure of the Seas at the Allure of the Seas Aquatheater, as a part of Royal Caribbean Cruises on January 21, 2011 in Cozumel , Mexico . [5] Swift used Tom Petty 's " American Girl " as her entrance song. [6]

It ranked tenth on Pollstar 's "Top 50 Worldwide Tour (Mid-Year)" list, earning over $40 million. [7] At the end of 2011, the tour placed fourth on the magazine's annual "Top 25 Worldwide Tours" list, earning $104.2 million from 100 shows, [8] making it the highest-grossing female and solo tour of 2011.

During the North American [9] and Australasian tour legs, Swift wrote different song lyrics, and occasionally quotes from famous speeches and movies, on her left arm for each show. She stated that the lyrics should be viewed as a nightly "mood ring", [10] and The New Yorker has cited the practice as an example of Swift's "keen understanding of what fuels fan obsession in the first place: a desire for intimacy between singer and listener". [11]

Swift performed many acoustic cover versions during the North American leg. In each city, she paid tribute to a homegrown artist. [12] She stated that the cover versions allowed her to be "spontaneous" in an otherwise well-rehearsed show: "You'll have a lot of people who will come to more than one show, and I want them to get a different experience every time." [13]

The following set list is from the May 27, 2011 show in Omaha, Nebraska. It is not intended to represent all shows throughout the tour. [14]

• " Sparks Fly "
• " The Story of Us "
• " Our Song "
• " Back to December " / " Apologize " / " You're Not Sorry "
• " Better than Revenge "
• " Speak Now "
• " Fearless " / " I'm Yours " / " Hey, Soul Sister "
• "Last Kiss"
• Surprise cover
• " You Belong with Me "
• " Dear John "
• " Enchanted "
• " Haunted "
• " Long Live "
• " Fifteen "
• " Love Story "
• During the Asian and European legs, "Mean", "Our Song", and "Haunted" were not performed due to stage reduction. Additionally, "Fifteen" was performed in place of "Last Kiss".
• During the show in Kansas City, Swift performed "Superman". [15]
• Starting with the show in Denver, " Ours " was added to the set-list. [16]
• During the shows in Lexington, [17] Houston, [18] and Raleigh, [19] Swift performed " Never Grow Up ".
• During the shows in Oceania, " Safe & Sound " was performed during the encore, except the second performance in Auckland, where " Eyes Open " was performed instead. [20]

The following songs were performed each night after "Last Kiss":

• July 15, 2011 – Toronto: " You Learn " by Alanis Morissette , " Baby " by Justin Bieber , and " She's So High " by Tal Bachman [21]
• July 16, 2011 – Toronto: " Complicated " by Avril Lavigne , "Baby" by Justin Bieber, and " I'm Like a Bird " by Nelly Furtado [22]
• July 19–20 and 24, 2011 – Newark: " Livin' on a Prayer " by Bon Jovi [23]
• July 20 and 24, 2011 – Newark: " Dancing in the Dark " by Bruce Springsteen [24]
• July 23, 2011 – Newark: " Cowboy Take Me Away " by Dixie Chicks [25]
• July 28, 2011 – Grand Rapids: " Lose Yourself " by Eminem and " Smile " by Uncle Kracker [26]
• July 29, 2011 – Indianapolis: " Jack & Diane " by John Cougar Mellencamp and " I Want You Back " by Jackson 5 [12]
• July 30, 2011 – Cleveland: " I Try " by Macy Gray and " My Wish " by Rascal Flatts [27]
• August 2, 2011 – Washington: " I Heard It Through The Grapevine " by Marvin Gaye and " Ghetto Supastar (That Is What You Are) " by Mya [28]
• August 3, 2011 – Washington: " Stay (I Missed You) " by Lisa Loeb and " A Sorta Fairytale " by Tori Amos [29]
• August 6, 2011 – Philadelphia: " Who Knew " by Pink and " Unpretty " by TLC [30]
• August 9, 2011 – Rosemont: " Sugar, We're Goin Down " by Fall Out Boy [31]
• August 10, 2011 – Rosemont: " I Want You to Want Me " by Cheap Trick [12]
• August 13–14, 2011 – St. Louis: " Just a Dream " by Nelly [32]
• August 18–19, 2011 – Edmonton: " Complicated " by Carolyn Dawn Johnson [33]
• August 23–24, 2011 – Los Angeles: " God Only Knows " by the Beach Boys [34]
• August 23–24 and 28, 2011 – Los Angeles: " The Sweet Escape " by Gwen Stefani [35]
• August 27, 2011 – Los Angeles: " Bette Davis Eyes " by Kim Carnes and " This Love " by Maroon 5 [36]
• August 28, 2011 – Los Angeles: " Realize " by Colbie Caillat [37]
• September 1, 2011 – San Jose: " Drops of Jupiter " by Train [38]
• September 2, 2011 – San Jose: " Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) " by Green Day [12]
• September 6, 2011 – Portland: " Closer to Love " by Mat Kearney [39]
• September 7, 2011 – Tacoma: " You and Me " by Dave Matthews Band [40]
• September 10, 2011 – Vancouver: " Summer of '69 " by Bryan Adams [41]
• September 11, 2011 – Vancouver: " Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning) " by Alan Jackson [42]
• September 16–17, 2011 – Nashville: "Nashville" by David Mead [43]
• September 20, 2011 – Bossier City: " Lucky " by Britney Spears [44]
• September 21, 2011 – Tulsa: " Swing, Swing " by the All-American Rejects [45]
• September 27, 2011 – Denver: " How to Save a Life " by the Fray [46]
• September 28, 2011 – Salt Lake City: " Animal " by Neon Trees [12]
• October 1–2, 2011 – Atlanta: " Baby Girl " by Sugarland [47]
• October 4, 2011 – North Little Rock: " Ain't Nothing 'Bout You " by Brooks & Dunn [48]
• October 5, 2011 – New Orleans: "Breathless" by Better Than Ezra [49]
• October 8, 2011 – Arlington: " The Boys of Summer " by Don Henley [50]
• October 11, 2011 – Louisville: "The Back of Your Hand" by Dwight Yoakam [51]
• October 14, 2011 – Lubbock: " Wide Open Spaces " by Dixie Chicks [52]
• October 15, 2011 – Oklahoma City: " What Hurts the Most " by Rascal Flatts [53]
• October 20, 2011 – San Diego: " Dare You to Move " by Switchfoot [54]
• October 21, 2011 – Glendale: "No Parade" by Jordin Sparks [55]
• October 22, 2011 – Glendale: " All You Wanted " by Michelle Branch [12]
• October 25, 2011 – San Antonio: " Run " by George Strait [56]
• October 26, 2011 – Austin: "Hold On" by Jack Ingram [57]
• October 30, 2011 – Memphis: " Cry Me a River " by Justin Timberlake [58]
• August 23, 2011 – Los Angeles, California: "Baby" with Justin Bieber
• August 24, 2011 – Los Angeles, California: "I'm Yours" with Jason Mraz
• August 27, 2011 – Los Angeles, California: " Tonight Tonight " with Hot Chelle Rae
• August 28, 2011 – Los Angeles, California: " Super Bass " with Nicki Minaj
• September 10, 2011 – Vancouver, British Columbia: "She's So High" with Tal Bachman
• September 16, 2011 – Nashville, Tennessee: " Bleed Red " with Ronnie Dunn and " That's What You Get " with Hayley Williams of Paramore
• September 17, 2011 – Nashville, Tennessee: " Keep Your Head Up " with Andy Grammer , " Big Star " with Kenny Chesney , and " Just to See You Smile " with Tim McGraw
• October 1, 2011 – Atlanta, Georgia: " Yeah! " with Usher
• October 2, 2011 – Atlanta, Georgia: " Live Your Life " with T.I.
• October 8, 2011 – Arlington, Texas: " Airplanes " with B.o.B
• October 21, 2011 – Glendale, Arizona: " Meant to Live " with Jon Foreman of Switchfoot
• October 22, 2011 – Glendale, Arizona: " The Middle " with Jim Adkins of Jimmy Eat World
• October 26, 2011 – Austin, Texas: " Sunny Came Home " with Shawn Colvin
• November 5, 2011 – Houston, Texas: "Just a Dream" with Nelly
• November 13, 2011 – Miami, Florida: " Right Round " with Flo Rida
• November 18, 2011 – Columbia, South Carolina: " Alright " with Darius Rucker
• November 21, 2011 – New York City: " Iris " with John Rzeznik of Goo Goo Dolls
• November 22, 2011 – New York City: " Who Says " with Selena Gomez and " Fire and Rain " with James Taylor
• 1 2 The shows on October 1 and 2, 2011, in Atlanta at the Philips Arena were originally scheduled for July 9 and 10, 2011; however, due to illness, the shows were postponed.
• ↑ The show on October 11, 2011, in Louisville at the KFC Yum! Center was originally scheduled for July 2, 2011; however, due to illness, the show was postponed.
• ↑ The show on November 16, 2011, in Charlotte at the Time Warner Cable Arena was originally scheduled for July 8, 2011; however, due to illness, the show was postponed.

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The Red Tour was the third concert tour by the American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, launched in support of her fourth studio album, Red (2012). The tour started on March 13, 2013, at CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Nebraska and concluded on June 12, 2014, at Singapore Indoor Stadium in Singapore. The tour was attended by 1.7 million people and grossed $150.2 million in revenue, becoming the highest-grossing country tour of all time upon its completion. The Red Tour received generally positive reviews from music critics. It won Top Package at the Billboard Touring Awards .

The 1989 World Tour was the fourth concert tour by the American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, who embarked on it to support of her fifth studio album, 1989 (2014). Swift announced the tour's first dates in North America, Europe, Japan, and Oceania in November and December 2014. She announced additional dates for Singapore and China in June 2015, and a final announcement of the third show in Melbourne was made the following month.

The Smoke + Mirrors Tour was the second worldwide concert tour by American alternative rock band Imagine Dragons in support of their second studio album Smoke + Mirrors (2015). The tour had a preview show in Sydney, Australia, on March 17, 2015, before the tour officially began in Santiago, Chile, on April 12, 2015. It continued through the Americas, Asia, Oceania and Europe until February 5, 2016, in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The band played 108 shows. For Pollstar's Year End Top 200 North American Tours of 2015, it was ranked forty-first, and grossed $25.2 million.

The Purpose World Tour was the third concert tour by Canadian singer Justin Bieber, in support of his fourth studio album Purpose (2015). The tour started on March 9, 2016, in Seattle, Washington, and concluded on July 2, 2017, in London, United Kingdom. After that, the remaining 14 shows of the tour were cancelled due to Bieber's mental health issues.

Adele Live 2016 was the third concert tour by English singer-songwriter Adele in support of her third studio album, 25 . It began on 29 February 2016, in Belfast, Northern Ireland at the SSE Arena, continued throughout Western Europe, North America and Oceania. It was originally scheduled to conclude on 2 July 2017, in London, England, at Wembley Stadium, however on 30 June Adele announced via social media that she had regretfully cancelled her final two performances upon medical advice due to vocal injuries.

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The Reputation Stadium Tour was the fifth concert tour by the American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, who embarked on it to support her sixth studio album, Reputation (2017). Her first all-stadium tour, it began on May 8, 2018, in Glendale, Arizona, U.S., and concluded on November 21, 2018, in Tokyo, Japan. The tour encompassed 53 shows and visited the U.S., England, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan.

The Summer Carnival is the ongoing eighth concert tour by American singer Pink. The tour began on June 7, 2023, at the University of Bolton Stadium in Bolton, England and will finish at the LoanDepot Park on November 23, 2024, in Miami, United States. It is in support of her ninth studio album Trustfall (2023). The tour includes appearances at three major European music festivals: Pinkpop Festival, Werchter Boutique and BST Hyde Park.

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From enchanting melodies to breathtaking stages, Taylor Swift has woven her musical tales into captivating Taylor Swift albums and brought them to life through spellbinding Taylor Swift tours .

Taylor Swift, a name synonymous with talent and success, has carved her path in the music industry with chart-topping hits and a devoted fanbase. Throughout her career, Swift has captivated audiences with her storytelling and relatable lyrics. Among her many accomplishments, the Speak Now World Tour stands as a landmark moment, showcasing Swift’s growth as an artist and solidifying her status as a global superstar.

The Unforgettable Journey: Taylor Swift’s Speak Now World Tour

In this blog post, we embark on a nostalgic journey, reliving the magic and charm of Taylor Swift’s Speak Now World Tour. We’ll delve into the awe-inspiring performances, behind-the-scenes stories, and the profound impact this tour had on fans worldwide. So, get ready to be transported back in time as we explore the unforgettable moments that made the Speak Now World Tour a milestone in Taylor Swift’s extraordinary career.

Taylor Swift’s Speak Now World Tour

The Speak Now World Tour was a global phenomenon that took place from February 2011 to March 2012, in support of Taylor Swift’s third studio album, “ Speak Now .” The tour was a monumental milestone in Taylor’s career, solidifying her as one of the biggest pop stars of her generation. Let’s delve into the background and development of this extraordinary tour, backed by some fact data:

1. Album Release and Concept:

• “Speak Now” was released on October 25, 2010, and quickly became a commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
• The album was entirely written by Taylor Swift herself, showcasing her growth as a songwriter and offering a deeply personal and introspective narrative.
• Taylor drew inspiration from real-life experiences and emotions, crafting songs that resonated with her fans on a profound level.

2. Tour Duration and Scale:

• The Speak Now World Tour spanned an impressive 13 months, kicking off in Singapore on February 9, 2011, and concluding in Auckland, New Zealand, on March 18, 2012.
• It consisted of 110 shows across four continents, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania, making it one of the most extensive tours of that time.
• The tour covered various venues, ranging from intimate theaters to large stadiums, accommodating a wide range of audience capacities.

3. The Speak Now World Tour Set list in Order:

The following set list is from the May 27, 2011 show in Omaha, Nebraska. It is not intended to represent all shows throughout the tour.

• “Sparks Fly”
• “Mine”
• “The Story of Us”
• “Our Song”
• “Mean”
• “Back to December” (contains elements of “Apologize” and “You’re Not Sorry”)
• “Better than Revenge”
• “Speak Now”
• “Fearless” (contains elements of “Hey, Soul Sister” and “I’m Yours”)
• “Last Kiss”
• “You Belong with Me”
• “Dear John”
• “Enchanted”
• “Haunted”
• “Long Live”
• “Fifteen”
• “Love Story”

4. Attendance and Record-Breaking Achievements:

• The Speak Now World Tour attracted massive audiences worldwide, with a total attendance of over 1.6 million fans throughout its run.
• The tour grossed approximately $123 million, establishing Taylor Swift as one of the highest-grossing touring acts of 2011. Notably, the tour set the record for the highest-grossing country music tour in history at that time.

5. Critical Acclaim and Awards:

• The Speak Now World Tour received widespread critical acclaim for its impressive production values, Taylor’s captivating performances, and the tour’s overall spectacle.
• It won several awards, including the Billboard Touring Awards for Top Package Tour and Top Draw, as well as the CMA Touring Awards for Top Package and Top Manager.

The Speak Now World Tour was a monumental achievement for Taylor Swift, showcasing her artistic growth, captivating performances, and global appeal. It left an indelible mark on the music industry, further solidifying Taylor’s position as a prominent figure in pop music.

Conclusion:

The Speak Now World Tour was a defining moment in Taylor Swift’s career, captivating audiences with its grandeur and heartfelt performances. Through meticulous planning and extraordinary stage production, Taylor’s artistry came to life, leaving an everlasting impact on fans worldwide. The tour’s record-breaking attendance and critical acclaim solidified Taylor’s position as a global superstar. The Speak Now World Tour was not just a series of concerts; it was a transformative experience that fostered unity and empowerment among fans. As we look back on this remarkable journey, we are reminded of the profound connection between artist and audience, and the enduring power of Taylor Swift’s music.

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The Eras Tour cast: Meet Taylor Swift's dancers, singers and band members

Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour has been out for a week on Disney+ , and there's no doubt some dedicated fans have watched it 13+ times. The three-and-a-half-hour phenomenon is a bedazzled force that moves through 49 songs from Swift's 10 eras. The movie was shot over three nights in Los Angeles and included helicopter, drone and onstage camera angles. By now everyone knows the ringleader of The Eras Tour, but what about the cast and crew who shine alongside her?

Here's a look at Swift's six bandmates, four backup vocalists and 15 dancers featured in the film with the time stamps for when they appear on screen.

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'Strike the band up, 1... 2... 3...'

The Eras Tour band is led by Mike Meadows and Max Bernstein. Meadows has been with Swift for more than 15 years, starting on her "Fearless" tour. The guitarist also sings and plays keyboards, cello, harmonica and mandolin. In a cute TikTok, his wife shared a compilation video from Nissan Stadium about how proud she is . Swift places her arm on Meadows during "Love Story" at 33:12.

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Max Bernstein rocks out on the guitar, keyboards and pedal steel, which is a steel guitar with pedals and knee levers. He shared a post on Instagram with the caption , "So incredibly grateful to be a little part of the biggest and best show." He joined Swift for the "Reputation Stadium Tour" in 2018. His parents are journalists Nora Ephron and Carl Bernstein, and his brother Jacob is a reporter for The New York Times. Bernstein is to the right of Swift and her "Fearless" heart hands at 26:12.

Paul Sidoti may be the most well known band member. His distinct rocker hair is almost as big as his stage presence. Sidoti has been a vocalist and guitarist with the singer since 2007. He is approachable on the tour and has taken photos with fans in the audience. Sidoti's website also says he's available for "online guitar, bass, and piano lessons via Zoom." Swift touches Sidoti's face during "You Belong With Me" while singing "you've got a smile that can light up this whole town" at 28:15.

Amos Heller is the bassist. Like many of Swift's bandmates, the husband and father of three has been with her since 2007. Heller picked up his first electric bass at 13. His cover of Metallica's "Blackened" shows he's a master thrasher. Swift struts with Heller during "You Belong With Me" at 27:58.

Ooomph! Matthew Billingslea is the drummer crashing the cymbals, beating the toms and pedaling the bass. In 2023, he was nominated for pop drummer of the year at the Drumeo Awards. Billingslea joined Swift's band in 2013 for the Red Tour. Billingslea pops up during "Fearless" at 25:38.

Rounding out the bandmates is Karina DePiano . The classically trained pianist gets a shoutout from the singer following Swift's performance of "Champagne Problems." DePiano performs an interlude at 50:35 while Swift sets a table before singing "Tolerate It." DePiano started 2024 with a Pianote nomination for pop pianist of the year .

'We sing it proudly'

The fearless ladies who make up Swift's choir are "The Starlights."

Up first is Melanie Nyema , the section leader. The vocal virtuoso has backed many artists including Gladys Knight, Sara Bareilles, Solange Knowles, Florence + The Machine and Imagine Dragons. She's been with Swift since 2012 when she performed "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" at the VMAs. Check out her spiritual version of "Gotta Have You." Nyema is left of Swift at 30:33 when she hugs "The Starlights."

Kamilah Marshall is the vocalist dance captain. Marshall came into the fold during the Red Tour. Her song "Canyon" showcases her writing and singing in an outpouring of gratitude. The Broadway actress has credits including "Hairspray" and "Lion King." In 2021, she told the Academic Magnet High School newspaper in South Carolina, "I know I’m supposed to be doing what I do.” You can also see her in the dinner scene of " All Too Well: The Short Film ." Marshall is the "cheer captain" on the left at 28:52 during the "Fearless" era.

Jeslyn Gorman joined Swift during her Red Tour. The vocal riffer has a song, "Falling Like Snow," and has toured with stars Meghan Trainor, Jason Derulo, Rita Ora and Nick Jonas. The Florida native and latte enthusiast moved to Los Angeles. Gorman, like the other "Starlights," thanked Swift on her birthday, "Your heart and generosity is beyond BEYOND. And just when I think you’ve DONE IT, you TOP THAT!" Gorman shimmies at 32:40.

Eliotte Woodford wears the purple "Speak Now" dress and bangs the side of her vitrine during the "Look What You Made Me Do" portion of the Eras Tour at 1:07:38. Woodford has been with Swift since 2013. The wife and mother graduated from Washington University in St. Louis, where she was a part of the a cappella group the "Mosaic Whispers." Her singing and dancing reel shows her early work with Swift .

'I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you'

Fifteen dancers led by choreographer Mandy Moore and associate choreographers Amanda Balen and Jeremy Hudson create some of the most iconic moments during the 10 eras. Moore met Swift through mutual friend Emma Stone who worked with Moore on "La La Land." Her credits are extensive. Most recently, she put together the exemplary Ryan Gosling performance of "I'm Just Ken" at the Oscars.

Amanda Balen is the dance captain. The blond beauty hails from Ontario, Canada. She is famous among the Lady Gaga fandom for dancing in several of the star's music videos and being a part of the Roseland Ballroom residency in New York City in 2014. Balen has worked with Katy Perry and Pink. You can find her at 14:18 during "The Man" to the left of Swift.

Tori Evans lights up the stage. In her decade-plus career, the University of Arizona alumnus has been featured in Ricky Martin music video "Qué Rico Fuera" , swam in synchro-formation next to Beyoncé and strutted on "The Masked Singer ." Evans' resume also includes dancing for Cardi B, Mary J Blige, Jason Derulo and Maroon 5. Her dance teacher of 15 years, Lana Wright, told Morgan Hill Life , "Tori was always that ray of sunshine... I always knew Tori could accomplish her goals, if she really wanted it." You can catch Evans during "Blank Space." She hands Swift a glow-up club at 2:13:45.

Audrey Douglass has danced with the devil, in addition to many other television credits. The performer has boogied and waltzed on Netflix's "Lucifer," Apple TV+'s "The Morning Show," FX's "American Horror Story: 1984," Paramount+'s "1923" and "Dancing with the Stars." Douglass serves up sass as "Shay" in Dua Lipa's "Physical" work out video . Dancing runs in the family, because Douglass' older sister, Hannah, was one of the co-captain dancers on Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour . As the "Lover" house burns down, you can see Douglass to the left of Swift at 2:22:52.

Jan Ravnik (pronounced "yawn") is the smooth dancer who caught the eye of social media with his abs-olutely distracting "Lavender Haze" ladder dance . The Slovenian dancer has worked with Paula Abdul, Mariah Carey, Bruno Mars, Khalid and Luis Fonsi. Ravnik was awarded the "Best Dancer in Slovenia" and credited as the "Best Trainer/Choreographer" by the Slovenian Olympic committee. When he's not grooving on the international stage, he goes for long distance bike rides and takes artsy photos. You can see what's got the internet's attention at 2:36:46.

Taylor Banks strikes like a viper at 55:48, during "...Ready For It?" Banks was born in New Orleans, grew up in Pennsylvania and moved to Los Angeles to shine. The dancer has been moving to the beat since she was 3 and been featured with artists including Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Cher, Ciara, Chris Brown, Jessie J, The Jacksons, Jason Derulo, Dua Lipa, Billie Eillish and Beyoncé. The fitness model has repped brands like Nike, Reebok, Skechers and Under Armour.

Sydney Moss was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. The spunky and fun dancer moved to Los Angeles after high school and has worked with Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Doja Cat, Mariah Carey and Jennifer Lopez. Moss has a beautiful rendition of "You're Losing Me" with fellow dancer Jan Ravnik. She dresses Swift in her bejeweled blazer during "The Man" at 9:03.

Natalie Lecznar is a former Radio City Rockette. The Chapman University graduate married her college sweetheart. She was on Season 5 of "So You Think You Can Dance." The vibrant dancer is easy to spot with her fire-red locks. She is known for her performance in the "Folklore" era when she becomes Rebekah Harkness during the "Last Great American Dynasty" at 1:51:41.

Whyley Yoshimura , why don't you come on over and shake, shake, shake? The dancer notably flips his long hair, still smooth despite the humidity, during "Shake It Off" at 2:17:40. Yoshimura is a native Hawaiian who went to the Kamehameha Schools on Oahu. He started dancing for Janet Jackson at 18 and went on to be her assistant choreographer for the "Unbreakable Tour." He is an LGBTQI+ advocate for the Rainbow Railroad .

Raphael Thomas is the "Tolerate It" star at 54:02. The Jamaican's nickname is "The Sandman." He toured with Mary J. Blige on the "Good Morning Gorgeous" tour , was featured in Rihanna's "Savage X Fenty Show" on Amazon Prime, danced for Janet Jackson in the 85 West Music Festival and lit up the stage with Beyonce during her "Homecoming" performance at Coachella.

Kevin Scheitzbach polishes up real nice! The "Bejeweled" dancer gets a breakout moment at 2:47:13 strutting some of his best moves. Scheitzbach specializes in jazz funk and street styles of dance. He runs FlowXS , a choreography company, with his equally charismatic and talented brother Michael. The two grew up in Toronto, Canada.

Kameron Saunders is the only dancer with a speaking line that he switches up nightly at the Eras Tour during "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" at 1:26:33. The ebullient dancer also shines during a "Bejeweled" dance solo at 2:48:10. The Missourian was honored in Kansas City when the council dubbed Jan. 25 Kameron Saunders Day of Dance. You can catch him and his fast-footed moves in the ensemble of "The Color Purple" and "Spirited." Saunders' brother Khalen is a defensive tackle for the New Orleans Saints.

Natalie Peterson is a professional dancer, fitness instructor, dance educator and Amazon influencer . The Chapman University graduate specialized in Latin dance. Before the Eras Tour, she served as the assistant choreographer for Karol G’s "Bichota Tour" and got her Lagree Fitness certification. You can spot her twirling in "Style" on the right of Swift at 2:10:39.

Tamiya Lewis is the crowd pleaser who wheels the "Red" road case onto the stage. During the tour, she opens it to reveal song snippets from "State of Grace," "Holy Ground," "Red" and "Everything Has Changed" (depending on the show). That part was cut from the movie, but you still see her bringing the case onstage to unleash hundreds of red balloons at 1:20:12. The 21-year-old is an alumnus of the Velocity Dance Convention , a dance convention and competition that provides classes to dancers across the U.S.

Sam Mcwilliams is the lovable dancer who appears to the right of Swift at 2:09:56. If you don't blink, you can also catch his famous "Style" flip at 2:10:41. The Oregon native has been dancing for most of his life. Check out a video of him in 2017 dancing to Meghan Trainor's "Me Too." In 2021, he was named the Radix senior male core performer , and he almost made the top 12 on Season 17 of "So You Think You Can Dance." Recently, Mcwilliams showed off his lyrical, limber and tumble talents in a duet dance with fellow dancer Jan Ravnik .

Karen Chuang hands Swift her microphone during "The Man" at 9:26. A few seconds later as she's poring over a typewriter, Swift takes her paper and chucks it. Chuang is officially a Gleek as one of her first television appearances was as a Vocal Adrenaline dancer in "Another One Bites The Dust." She also performed in the 2016 "Grease Live!" and Lady Gaga's Super Bowl halftime show. Chuang graduated Summa Cum Laude from UCLA.

More: A year of the Eras Tour: A look back at Taylor Swift's record-breaking show

Swift and her crew have 69 shows left to perform on the Eras Tour. She will release her 11th era album "The Tortured Poets Department" on April 19 before heading to Paris to perform on May 9.

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NEEDTOBREATHE on Touring with Taylor Swift: “We Learned a Lot”

by Annie Reuter October 7, 2023, 8:00 am

NEEDTOBREATHE are in the midst of their 2023 CAVES World Tour in support of their ninth studio album, Caves . While the band is no stranger to arenas, NEEDTOBREATHE has Taylor Swift to thank for showing them the ropes in 2011 when they joined her Speak Now World Tour.

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At the time, NEEDTOBREATHE was performing in 2,500-capacity rock clubs when they got the call to join Swift on her sold-out arena tour. In an interview with American Songwriter, NEEDTOBREATHE shares why they were hesitant to take Swift up on her tour offer and what they ultimately learned from the country-turned-pop star.

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“Honestly, we took a long, long time thinking about trying to say no because we were right in that place of selling out the Ryman and the Tabernacle in Atlanta, and all these rock clubs and things were happening,” NEEDTOBREATHE frontman Bear Rinehart tells American Songwriter. “She was much younger at the time, too. So it was very Cinderella-era Taylor.

“But, we learned a ton about performing,” he continues, ultimately taking Swift up on her offer to open for the trek. “She’s one of the hardest workers in music, obviously. Translating and relating to people, we’ve been able to lean on [our fans] seeing us face to face in the rock clubs. All of a sudden, now, we’re on the video screen and all they’re seeing is your mug. So, now the actions have to be bigger to translate the feeling that you get on stage. I think we got a lot better as a band during that process, even though it was a little bit painful at times.”

NEEDTOBREATHE confesses that they weren’t sure if they won over any concertgoers during their 2011 trek with Swift, but time has proved otherwise. Keyboardist Josh Lovelace says they’re frequently approached by fans who caught them on the Speak Now World Tour.

“What’s crazy is these 13-year-old kids who were there to see Taylor Swift are now 25 and coming to our shows,” Loveless marvels. “At the time we were like, ‘Are we reaching these people?’ Now they’re growing up and they’ve been listening to, hopefully, the band for a decade now. … I think it was a really good opportunity for us to meet new people, make new fans. We learned a lot, played a lot of big places. It was like 90-something shows in six months.”

Now headlining their own arena tour, NEEDTOBREATHE looks back with appreciation for Swift’s invitation to open for her in 2011.

“I think we realize it more now than we did then,” Rinehart admits. “A lot of times it felt like, ‘Oh, I don’t know if anybody paid attention during that. Maybe five people liked it.’ But it obviously was much bigger than that. I think the big takeaway to me was the next tour we did was for a record called The Reckoning and so much of what we learned from the arena thing we were able to put back into amphitheaters. It really stuck with us, in terms of relating to the audience, especially talking. I mean, we were just a rock and roll band. We didn’t talk. We just played the songs. … And you realize you’re trying to have a relationship with the audience, obviously. She’s one of the best at doing that. So I think we learned a lot.”

Watch NEEDTOBREATHE talk about opening for Swift below. A complete list of the band’s tour dates is HERE .

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Taylor Swift Performs ‘Safe and Sound’ Live in Australia

Taylor Swift is finishing out her Speak Now World Tour in Australia and New Zealand, and she just played two nights at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre (March 6 and 7) to an ecstatic crowd. There, Swift broke out her 'Hunger Games' hit 'Safe and Sound' for the first time ever as a solo performance. Though the pop-country songstress officially debuted the song at the Ryman with vintage Americana duo the Civil Wars back in January, this was the first time she stood alone without the accompaniment of her co-writers.

Sitting on a couch onstage in a sparkling, floor-length gown slightly reminiscent of Belle from 'Beauty and the Beast,' Swift gently started into the song to the immediate cheers of the recognizing audience. With a spray of yellow tulle fanning around her, she took the song with a whimsical air and gave it all the mystique you would expect from the haunting ballad.

The song is the first single from the hyped new film, which hits theaters everywhere March 23. Swift has already released a music video for the song -- a bleakly beautiful, almost colorless video which shows her walking through the woods, sitting on an old tombstone and roaming through what looks like a post-apocalyptic world.

The multi-Grammy Award-winner has been pushing her roots into new soil with this huge movie single, a recent cover on Vogue and on Australia's version of Harper's Bazaar , as well as an appearance as the voice of Audrey in the newly released Dr. Seuss film ' The Lorax .'

Rounding out her tour Down Under, Swift is set to play shows in Sydney tonight (March 9) and tomorrow before heading to Melbourne and Auckland next week. This week, she celebrated her 100th show on the Speak Now World Tour at the the Adelaide Entertainment Centre in Australia.

Watch Taylor Swift Perform 'Safe and Sound' Live in Australia

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