Taylor Swift’s recent Eras Tour show in Edinburgh caused quite a stir, with fans literally shaking the Scottish city itself. The British Geological Survey (BGS) reported that the energetic dancing of Swifties at Murrayfield Stadium resulted in seismic activity that could be felt from 6 km away. The concert on Friday night was particularly energetic, with 23.4 nanometres (nm) of movement recorded. This seismic activity was attributed to hits like “Ready For It?”, “Cruel Summer”, and “Champagne Problems”.
The seismic activity generated by the concert was significant, with “Ready For It?” alone producing 160 beats per minute of movement, equivalent to approximately 80 kW of power. The BGS compared this to the energy output of 10-16 car batteries. Despite the impressive figures, the vibrations were unlikely to have been felt by anyone beyond those in the immediate vicinity of the stadium.
Swift’s fans showed unwavering support, as each show had a minimum of 73,000 people in attendance. This set a new record for the most-attended concerts in Scottish history. Swift expressed her gratitude on Instagram, acknowledging the warm reception she received in Edinburgh. The success of her tour in Scotland adds to the list of achievements for the global superstar.
As Swift’s tour continues to captivate audiences around the world, she took a moment to reflect on its significance. The Eras Tour, which kicked off in March 2023 in North America, has been a whirlwind experience for the artist. With the 100th show marking a milestone in the tour’s journey, Swift shared her bittersweet realization that the tour will come to an end in December. Despite the exhaustion, she described the experience as the most rewarding and joyful journey of her career.
Following the seismic impact of her concerts in Edinburgh, Swift has taken the Eras Tour to Liverpool, England, where she continues to inspire fans with her captivating performances. As the tour approaches its conclusion, Swift remains grateful for the support of her dedicated fan base. With plans for three more shows in Vancouver to wrap up the tour, Swift’s reign as one of the music industry’s biggest stars shows no signs of slowing down.
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