Taylor Swift calls performing with her band again after nearly two years a ‘VIBE’

Taylor Swift recently returned to the stage with her longtime band for the first time in nearly two years at the 2026 Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, describing the experience as a “VIBE.” She shared photos from the October 17 event on Instagram, expressing her excitement about reuniting with the musicians after the conclusion of her Eras Tour in December 2024. Swift performed a four-song set, including "Blank Space," "The Fate of Ophelia" (a live debut), "I Knew It, I Knew You" (her contribution to Toy Story 5), and "Love Story." The performance marked a significant moment for her music career, particularly with “I Knew It, I Knew You” reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and US country radio charts, her first country radio No. 1 in 13 years. The gala, which honored John Carpenter, Colman Domingo, and Charlize Theron, raised over $14 million for the museum, and Swift's appearance brought together numerous celebrities, underscoring her continued connection to both music and cinema.