"Beyoncé Makes History as First Black Woman to Reach No. 1 on Country Chart"
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Beyoncé's new country single "Texas Hold 'Em" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard country airplay chart, making her the first Black female artist to achieve this feat. Her other single, "16 Carriages," also debuted on the country chart. This success comes at a time when Black women are gaining recognition in country music, with artists like Mickey Guyton and Brittney Spencer also making waves. Beyoncé's upcoming country-themed album is set to be released on March 29.
- Beyoncé Becomes First Black Woman to Top Billboard Country Chart The New York Times
- Beyoncé becomes first Black woman to top Billboard country music chart The Washington Post
- Beyoncé's 'Texas Hold 'Em' debuts at No. 1 on the country chart NPR
- Beyoncé Becomes First Black Woman to Ever Reach No. 1 on the Country Chart PEOPLE
- Oklahoma country station explains why it turned down a fan's Beyoncé song request Tennessean
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