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Behind the Music: The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift Part 2 with Kevin Evers
Season 33 · Episode 633

Behind the Music: The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift Part 2 with Kevin Evers

The Innovation Show · The Innovation Show

February 3, 20261h 2m

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Show Notes

In this episode, we explore the strategic brilliance of Taylor Swift with Kevin Evers, author of There's Nothing Like This. From genre-shifting reinventions to billion-dollar tours, Taylor's evolution isn't just musical—it's a masterclass in brand, resilience, and audience engagement.

🎯 We cover:

The pivot from country to global pop dominance

How Taylor handled public backlash & the Kanye/Kardashian controversy

Her savvy response to the streaming revolution

Ownership battles over her masters and how it reshaped the industry

Building the Eras Tour as a pinnacle of fan-first strategy

What businesses can learn from Taylor's "anti-fragile" mindset

Whether you're a fan, a founder, or fascinated by the music business, this is a powerful look at how strategy meets stardom.

🔗 Learn more about Kevin's book: nothinglikethisbook.com

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