Swifties, the biggest day of the year is almost here! Pop superstar **Taylor Swift** will release her 12th studio album, ***The Life of a Showgirl***, on **October 3, 2025**. This highly anticipated record follows her groundbreaking Eras Tour and her critically acclaimed previous album, generating massive buzz across the internet.

The new era is officially set to begin, but the critical question for fans around the world remains: When exactly will Swift’s latest project be available to stream on **Spotify** and **Apple Music**?

What Time Does Taylor Swift’s New Album Come Out?

Taylor Swift traditionally uses a synchronized worldwide release strategy, meaning the album drops at the same moment globally, based on the U.S. East Coast time zone.

According to reports, including confirmation from *Marie Claire* and other media outlets, ***The Life of a Showgirl*** will be available on all major streaming platforms at:

**Midnight (12:00 AM) Eastern Time (ET) on Friday, October 3, 2025**

To ensure you hear the music the moment it’s live, make sure to check the time conversion for your local area. For example, fans in London will see the album drop at 5:00 AM BST, while those on the U.S. West Coast can start listening at 9:00 PM PT on Thursday, October 2.

Where Can I Stream ‘The Life of a Showgirl’?

You can listen to Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album on the following platforms:

• Spotify
• Apple Music
• Amazon Music
• YouTube Music
• And all other major streaming services.

Pre-Save Now for Instant Access

Don’t wait until midnight to secure your listening spot! You can **pre-save** ***The Life of a Showgirl*** on both **Spotify** and **Apple Music** now. This process ensures the album automatically appears in your library and begins playing the second it drops, making it the easiest way for fans to get instant access to the new music.

What We Know About This New Era

Swift has teased that the album, which she wrote while flying between dates on her record-breaking Eras Tour, is a significant departure from her previous work, *The Tortured Poets Department*. The album is her shortest project to date, featuring 12 tracks.

• **Sound:** The new record is described as a return to an upbeat, “infectiously joyful” pop sound, co-produced by Max Martin and Shellback.
• Inspiration: The title, ***The Life of a Showgirl***, is inspired by her experiences on tour, blending the spectacle of the stage with her deeply personal life, including her relationship with Travis Kelce.
• Collaborations: The title track features a collaboration with pop star and Eras Tour opener, **Sabrina Carpenter**.
• Theatrical Event: A special 89-minute film, *Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl*, is premiering in select theaters this weekend.

Get ready to press play! The new era of Taylor Swift has officially arrived.