In Seattle, researchers wanted to measure the popularity of Taylor Swift’s concert by installing seismometers near the stadium. During her performance, significant ground shaking occurred during songs such as “Love Story” and “Shake it Off.” One surprising moment during the show was when Swift’s boyfriend made an appearance on stage, which was also recorded by seismometers. The data collected revealed that fan dancing had the most significant effect on the measurements.
Following her successful concert in London, Taylor Swift caused a minor “earthquake” with a magnitude of 0.8 at Wembley Stadium. Seismometers were used to record ground movements during some of her popular songs, and researchers noticed that the fans’ dance had a significant impact on the measurements. This phenomenon has been observed before at other concerts in both London and the United States.
Researchers continue to study and analyze the data collected from Taylor Swift’s concerts to better understand how large crowds and fan activities can influence the Earth’s movements during such events. The unique and interesting phenomenon she creates is something that continues to intrigue scientists and music lovers alike.