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Taylor Swift's Debut Release Available October 24th

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"Got the radio on, my old blue jeans, and I’m wearing my heart on my sleeve," Taylor Swift sings on "A Place in This World," a self-penned coming-of-age anthem from her debut album, set for release on October 24 on Big Machine Records. It’s an apt description of the enthusiastic, down-to-earth young woman, whose original compositions about teenage life brim with poignant honesty and an infectious spirit.

Just 16 years old, Taylor is at an age where most teenagers are only beginning to find their identity and lay tentative plans for the future. But there’s never been much doubt in Taylor’s mind about her calling. Growing up on a farm in Wyomissing, Pa., music was ever-present in her home. Inspired by her maternal grandmother, a professional opera singer, Taylor took up singing early in life. At 10, she began performing around town at karaoke contests, festivals and county fairs, and even recording rough demos at a studio. At age 11, she performed the national anthem at a Philadelphia 76ers NBA game in front of thousands of fans. Read more...

Order Taylor Swift's self-titled album today and get your copy personally autographed by Taylor!

Taylor Swift's self-titled debut CD, released October 24, 2006
Photo courtesy of Big Machine Records

Track List


1. Tim McGraw
2. Picture to Burn
3. Teardrops on my Guitar
4. A Place in This World
5. Cold As You
6. The Outside
7. Tied Together With a Smile
8. Stay Beautiful
9. Should've Said No
10. Mary's Song (Oh, My My My)
11. Our Song

Taylor Swift Photo Courtesy of Big Machine Records

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Taylor Swift Photo Courtesy of Andrew Orth

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