Jason and Travis Kelce's real-time responses to Taylor Swift unveiling her explosive new album on their New Heights podcast
In an unexpected turn of events, pop sensation Taylor Swift revealed her upcoming album, "The Life of a Showgirl," on the New Heights podcast, hosted by NFL players Travis and Jason Kelce. The announcement, which took place on August 13, 2025, was met with excitement as the 20-second clip posted on the podcast's social media pages garnered 38,000 retweets and 76,000 likes within just 20 minutes.
Taylor Swift appeared on the special episode of New Heights, unveiling her twelfth studio album in a personalized briefcase. The album cover, blurred in the video, was created by photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, with wardrobe styling by Joseph Cassell. The project features production by Taylor Swift herself alongside Max Martin and Shellback, known for their frequent collaborations with the artist.
The album, scheduled for release on October 3, 2025, under Republic Records, is said to incorporate folklore-style storytelling with vivid character-driven lyrics. The album contains 12 tracks, including a feature by Sabrina Carpenter on the title track.
In the lead-up to the reveal, Swift had left several Easter eggs hinting at the album, including cryptic social media posts and color-coded stage moments during her performances. The announcement via the Kelce brothers’ podcast was a notable and unexpected platform for this major album reveal.
The album, titled "The Life of a Showgirl," is a highly anticipated follow-up after her 2024 Eras Tour and the 2023 album The Tortured Poets Department. Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift's NFL boyfriend, was present during the album reveal on New Heights, reacting with a smirk, sticking out his tongue, and growing increasingly giddy. The reaction of the Kelce brothers was captured on camera during the New Heights episode.
| Detail | Information | |-------------------------------|----------------------------------| | Album Title | The Life of a Showgirl | | Announcement Platform | New Heights Podcast (Travis Kelce)| | Announcement Date | August 13, 2025 | | Album Release Date | October 3, 2025 | | Label | Republic Records | | Producers | Taylor Swift, Max Martin, Shellback | | Photography / Art | Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott | | Featured Artist | Sabrina Carpenter (track 12) | | Musical Style | Folklore-style storytelling | | Conceived During | European leg of the 2024 Eras Tour |
Stay tuned for more updates on Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl."
