Taylor Swift’s eighth album, _Folklore_, appeared unexpectedly on July 23rd and has already received very positive reviews, holding the title of the **longest-running number 1 album** **of the year** for eight weeks. The record's success was further highlighted by her six **2021 GRAMMY** nominations, which underscore her continued relevance and connection with listeners during the global pandemic.
 This release demonstrates Swift’s growth in both _songwriting_ and _singing_, as she created a film featuring a live performance of **all 17 tracks**, along with brief discussions about the writing process, recording sessions, and most significantly, an explanation of each song accompanied by Taylor Swift and one of its writers.
 The performances beautifully showcase Swift’s voice supported by minimal instrumentation. The production also offers glimpses into what it was like to record an album **during the pandemic**. What's particularly captivating and _absorbing_ is the track-by-track commentary from Taylor, Jack, or Aaron (or sometimes all three), preceding each performance. They offer viewers a look at the inspiration behind the _rich_ and _meaningful_ lyrics, prompting listeners to explore this collection of songs even further.
 Ultimately, the film provides a fresh viewpoint on the album's lyrical **diversity** and gives an intimate look into the creation process during the pandemic, which creates a feeling of intrigue due to its unique circumstances. Because of that, it’s worthy of recognition.

Source on TMDB