Paste Magazine published an anonymous review of Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” citing potential threats from fans as the reason for not attaching a byline. The review criticized Swift’s lyrics as “irredeemable” and accused her of infantilizing her fans. Despite mixed reviews from other sources, Paste’s review stood out for its biting commentary. Following the publication, a writer unconnected to the review received disparaging messages from fans who believed she wrote it. The magazine emphasized prioritizing staff safety over attaching a name to an article.
Magazine Publishes Anonymous Taylor Swift Review, Citing Potential Threats From Fans
So, picture this: you’re just minding your business, flipping through the latest issue of Paste Magazine, when suddenly you stumble upon a scathing review of Taylor Swift’s newest album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” But here’s the kicker – there’s no name attached to the review. Nope, it’s completely anonymous. Why, you ask? Well, according to Paste, it’s all about safety. Apparently, back in 2019 when they reviewed Swift’s album “Lover,” the writer received violent threats from readers who didn’t quite agree with their take. Yikes.
The Controversial Review
Now, let’s dive into the juicy details of this mysterious review. While “The Tortured Poets Department” has mostly been met with positive feedback from critics, Paste’s review took a different route. Rolling Stone praised the album for its “adult heartbreak” and hailed it as Swift’s “most personal album yet.” However, The New York Times wasn’t quite as impressed, suggesting that the singer-songwriter “could use an editor.”
But the real drama unfolded with Paste’s review, which didn’t hold back. The anonymous writer took a swing at Swift, claiming she “can’t help but infantilize” her fans. Ouch. The review went on to criticize the album’s lyrics as “irredeemable” and “relentlessly cringe,” even questioning Swift’s status as “songwriter of the century.” The shade is real, folks.
Swifties Strike Back
As expected, Swift’s loyal fan base, lovingly known as Swifties, didn’t take too kindly to this harsh critique. Shortly after the review went live, a writer unaffiliated with the piece found herself bombarded with disparaging messages from fans who were convinced she was the mastermind behind the review. Talk about taking fandom to the next level.
The whole situation raises an interesting question – should critics be able to share their opinions freely without fearing backlash from passionate fans? It’s a delicate balance between expressing honest feedback and respecting the artists and their supporters.
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