During Taylor Swift’s performance at SoFi Stadium, a seismic event was recorded, caused by 70,000 enthusiastic fans jumping and dancing.
Researchers from Caltech and UCLA installed motion sensors within 5.5 miles of the venue to study the phenomenon during the fifth night of The Eras Tour.Analysis revealed that moments during Swift’s performance, particularly during “Shake It Off” and “Love Story,” produced significant localized seismic activity. Western media dubbed the seismic event during The Eras Tour as the “Swift quake.”The tour, which began in spring 2023, has shattered attendance records and emerged as the highest-grossing tour of all time.With its unique blend of music and audience enthusiasm, Taylor Swift’s tour has truly shaken the ground beneath her fans’ feet.