Taylor Swift Is A Melbourne Cup Scratching - Noise11.com
Taylor Swift Photo By Ros O'Gorman, Noise11, Photo

Taylor Swift Photo By Ros O'Gorman

Taylor Swift Is A Melbourne Cup Scratching

by Paul Cashmere on September 21, 2019

in News

Taylor Swift has pulled out of her Australian promo tour and cancelled her appearance at the Melbourne Cup on November 5.

Mushroom Events cites “a recent change to Taylor Swift’s Asian promotional tour” for the cancellation although Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses claims their campaign following the announcement is the real reason for the cancellation.

The animal rights group has put pressure on Swift after six horses were put down after the race since 2013.

In a statement Michael Gudinski from Mushroom Events said, “Regrettably, Taylor is no longer able to make it to this year’s Melbourne Cup. Changes to her Asian promo schedule have made it logistically impossible for her to be here. To all of Taylor’s fans, we hope to see Taylor in Australia in 2020.”

VRC Chief Executive Officer Neil Wilson said, “The VRC has learned that Taylor Swift is now unable to make the trip to Australia and therefore cannot be with us on Melbourne Cup Day. Obviously, this is disappointing for everyone. We understand how important the pre-Cup entertainment is and we look forward to providing an update shortly.”

When news of Swift’s appearance at the Melbourne Cup was first announced ticket sales surged more than 2000% the following day. Taylor Swift fans paid the Melbourne Cup ticket price just to hear the two song performance.

VRC will now be faced with high demand for ticket refunds. For any ticketing queries, please contact the VRC Customer Service Centre on 1300 727 575 or email [email protected]. The service centre is open Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.

Noise11 on Instagram

You’ll discover music news first following Noise11 on Twitter

Comment on the news of the day, join Noise11 on Facebook

Noise11.com

Listen to the Noise11 Music News channel now at iHeartRadio

Related Posts

Jordan Davis performing live, mid-shot with guitar under stage lights
Jordan Davis Unveils “Ain’t Enough Road” Tour for Australia & NZ, March 2026

Jordan Davis-the award-winning, multi-platinum American country star-is coming back to Australia & New Zealand in March 2026 for his headline Ain't Enough Road Tour. Fans can expect a full dose of Davis's road-tested hits, new tracks, and high-energy live performance, complete with special guests Tucker Wetmore (USA), Vincent Mason (USA) and Aussie country-pop artist Rachael Fahim.

3 hours ago
MGK photo from Live Nation
MGK Announces Massive Lost Americana Tour, Hits Australia & New Zealand in 2026

Machine Gun Kelly is taking over the globe. The rap-rock powerhouse has just revealed The Lost Americana Tour, supporting his seventh studio album Lost Americana, with stops across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.

6 days ago
Shirley Strachan Skyhooks (photo from skyhooks-music.com)
Shirley Strachan of Skyhooks Left Us 24 Years Ago Today 29 August

It’s hard to believe it’s been 24 years since Australia lost one of its most iconic musical sons—Graeme “Shirley” Strachan, the charismatic lead singer of Skyhooks. Today, on 29 August 2025, fans, friends, and fellow musicians remember the voice that defined a generation, the performer whose presence lit up stages, and the personality who made Australian rock both fun and unforgettable.

August 29, 2025
Environmental Music Prize
Environmental Music Prize 2025: Last Chance For Entries As Australia’s Eco-Anthem Award Grows

The Environmental Music Prize, an award that celebrates artists using music to connect people to nature and drive environmental action, is now open for entries for 2025 – but not for long. Submissions close this Sunday, 31 August 2025.

August 28, 2025
Russell Morris at Hamer Hall Melbourne 27 August 2025 photo by Winston Robinson
Russell Morris The Farewell Tour Is A Treasure Trove Of Hits and Rarities

Russell Morris was almost apologetic when he stepped onto the Hamer Hall stage in Melbourne for the first night of The Farewell Tour on Wednesday (27 August 2025). He admitted to his fans that a 60-year career can look confusing from the outside. The truth is, Morris was never one to sit still.

August 28, 2025
The Korgis Coffee In New York
The Korgis Join Forces With Australian Guitarist Joe Matera For ‘Coffee In New York’ Album

English pop-rock survivors The Korgis are back in 2025 with a brand-new collaborative album, teaming up with Australian singer, songwriter and guitarist Joe Matera. The project, titled Coffee In New York, will be released on October 24, 2025, via Renaissance Records in the USA on both vinyl and CD.

August 28, 2025
Parkway Drive
Parkway Drive To Launch 20th Anniversary Tour With Berlin Concert

Australian metal titans Parkway Drive will mark two decades of chaos, fire and stadium-sized riffs with a very different kind of show. On 17 September 2025, the band will play a one-off warm-up gig at Berlin’s legendary Metropol.

August 28, 2025