
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ Sets the UK Charts Ablaze

Taylor Swift’s eleventh studio album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department’, has not just captured the hearts of fans, but has also shattered records. With a landmark release that has stirred the musical landscape, Swift continues to reassert her dominance in the industry.
- The album marks the largest album opening in the UK since 2017.
- ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ now equals Madonna’s record for the most number one albums by a female artist in the Official Albums Chart.
- Within its first week, the album moved an astounding 270,000 units, surpassing Swift’s own previous record and outpacing major artists like Adele and Ed Sheeran.

Swift’s legendary run began with ‘Red’ in October 2012 and now, with this eleventh album, Swift has amassed a total of 12 number one albums in record time, surpassing The Beatles’ historic achievement. This is a testament to her consistent creative output and her steadfast fanbase which spans across the globe.
‘Fortnight’, her smash single featuring Post Malone, didn’t just climb to the number one spot of the Official Singles Chart; it also secured Taylor Swift her third Official Chart Double. Celebrating poetic brilliance and melodic expertise, Swift’s ever-evolving sound continues to captivate and inspire.