Taylor Swift adds new opening acts to London shows 

On Monday, May 27, the pop celebrity revealed that she would add three opening shows to her June Wembley Stadium performances.

The Eras Tour just got even more exciting! On Monday, May 27, Taylor Swift announced via her Instagram Stories that she would be adding three new opening acts to her highly anticipated Wembley Stadium shows in London. 

The new acts are Mette, who will perform on Friday, June 21; Griff, who will take the stage on Saturday, June 22; and Benson Boone, who will open the show on Sunday, June 23.

Announcing the New Acts

Swift shared her enthusiasm alongside an Eras Tour poster, stating, “I just found out Fortnight is #1 on the UK airplay chart!!!!” She continued, “Thought this might be a fun time to announce the first group of opening acts I’ll be adding to the London shows, going on before Paramore. 

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I chose artists whose music I love listening to, and I can’t wait for them to add an extra jolt of excitement to our shows.”

Reactions from the Opening Acts

The new opening acts expressed their excitement on social media following the announcement:

• Mette, the “DARLING DRIVE” artist, 32, posted on social media, “It’s a new ERA for ya girl… Opening the ‘Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour’ on June 21st at Wembley Stadium in London. Thank you @taylorswift13 – Never been so excited in my entire life!!! #TSTheErasTour.”

• Griff, the “Vertigo” performer, 23, shared a photo of the tour poster and a shot of her and Swift eating French fries together at the 2021 BRITs. She wrote, “TAYLOR SWIFT HAS INVITED ME ON THE ERAS TOUR!!!!!! 8 yr old me who had fearless on repeat wouldn’t believe this. So unbelievably grateful to Taylor for all the love she’s shown me and my music. See you at Wembley on June 22nd. Ly 📷📷📷 #TSTheErasTour.”

Swift has previously shown support for Griff, giving her a shout-out in September 2023 on her Instagram Story, writing, “Damn Griff I love this one,” as she shared Griff’s single “Vertigo.”

The inclusion of these talented artists is sure to add even more excitement and anticipation for the London leg of The Eras Tour. Fans can look forward to an unforgettable experience with a stellar lineup of performers.