All articles tagged with #country album
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Rapper BigXthaPlug was arrested in Dallas just hours after hosting a release party for his country album 'I Hope You’re Happy,' on charges of marijuana possession and unlawful firearm possession, amid his rising success in blending rap and country music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The News International
Lana Del Rey has announced a 2025 UK and Ireland Summer Tour, marking her first stadium shows in the region, following her recent wedding to Jeremy Dufrene. The tour will include performances at major venues like Fenway Park and Dublin's Aviva Stadium. This announcement comes as she prepares to release her upcoming country album, 'Lasso,' in September.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PEOPLE
Beyoncé surprises fans with a remix of her hit "Texas Hold 'Em," adding a new verse and breakdown in a "Pony Up" remix, while also unveiling a new website, beencountry.com, featuring throwback photos and a slogan. The 32-time Grammy winner released her eighth studio album, "Cowboy Carter," featuring collaborations with Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Miley Cyrus, Post Malone, and other Black country artists.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Life
Beyoncé's new album "Cowboy Carter" broke a major Spotify record by becoming the most-streamed album in a single day in 2024, also achieving the most first-day streams on Amazon Music globally for any of her albums and for a country album by a female artist. The album's first single, "Texas Hold ‘Em," was streamed over 200 million times on Spotify before the full record was released. Beyoncé expressed her gratitude for the support and highlighted the album's five-year journey and its aim to unite people through music, featuring collaborations and covers with various artists.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gothamist
Promotional materials for Beyoncé's new country album were projected onto the exteriors of several NYC museums, including the Guggenheim and Whitney, without their authorization. While the Guggenheim denied involvement, Beyoncé shared the GPS coordinates of the museum on her Instagram. The stunt has sparked mixed reactions from fans and the museums, with some feeling it was inappropriate to project ads onto cultural institutions. This isn't the first time Beyoncé has used a cultural institution for promotion, as she previously filmed a music video at the Louvre in Paris.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Beyoncé revealed that her upcoming country album, "Cowboy Carter," was inspired by an experience where she felt unwelcome in the genre. She aims to challenge race-related stigma in country music and beyond with the album, which she describes as a blend of genres and a reflection of her own artistry. The album, set for release on March 29, features surprise collaborations and is a testament to Beyoncé's determination to transcend limitations and create music that is uniquely her own.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Beyoncé revealed that her upcoming country album, "Cowboy Carter," was inspired by an experience where she felt unwelcome in the genre, leading her to delve into the history of country music. She aims to challenge race-related stigma in the genre and beyond with this album, which features collaborations with other artists. Beyoncé emphasized that "Cowboy Carter" is not just a country album, but a reflection of her artistry, and it is set for release on March 29.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Daily News
Beyoncé has revealed the title of her upcoming country album, "Act II: Cowboy Carter," along with new content on her website, featuring a promotional video set in Texas. The album includes tracks like "Texas Hold 'Em" and "16 Carriages," with "Texas Hold 'Em" becoming her first No. 1 country single in the U.S. Despite initial controversy, Beyoncé's foray into country music has generated significant anticipation, with fans eagerly awaiting the release of her latest project.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TIME
Beyoncé's upcoming album, Cowboy Carter, is set to be a country album and is the second installment of a trilogy. The lead singles, "Texas Hold ‘Em" and "16 Carriages," have already made waves, with "Texas Hold ‘Em" reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot Country Songs charts. The album is set to release on March 29, and there are hints that Beyoncé may have recorded a version of Dolly Parton's "Jolene."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Beyoncé's upcoming country-inspired album, Cowboy Carter, is set to be released on March 29 as the second installment of her "three-act project." The album features singles "Texas Hold ‘Em" and "16 Carriages," with Dolly Parton hinting at a cover of her classic song "Jolene." "Texas Hold ‘Em" has already topped the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot Country Songs charts, making Beyoncé the first Black woman artist to achieve this in the country genre. The album features collaborations with renowned musicians and showcases Beyoncé's vision for a country sound with a touch of fire.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Beyoncé announced that her upcoming country album, "Cowboy Carter," is set to be released on March 29 as the second part of her "Renaissance" project. She has already dropped two singles for the album, "16 Carriages" and "Texas Hold ‘Em," with the latter becoming her first No. 1 country single in the U.S. The album will feature limited edition CDs and vinyl variants, and follows the success of her "Renaissance" album and world tour.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Dolly Parton believes Beyoncé may have recorded a cover of her classic song "Jolene" for her upcoming country album "Act 2," expressing excitement and support for Beyoncé's venture into country music, and noting that the two have exchanged messages over the years. Beyoncé's "Act 2" is set for release on March 29.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PEOPLE
Beyoncé wished her fans a happy Valentine's Day with a sexy lace dress Instagram video and announced the release of her upcoming country album featuring the tracks "Texas Hold 'Em" and "16 Carriages." She also shared insights into her creative process during the pandemic and teased her country era at the 2024 Grammys with a western-influenced look.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Beyoncé announced her new country-themed album, "Act II," during a Super Bowl commercial, following up on her 2022 album "Renaissance." The album is set to be released on March 29 and features songs like "Texas Hold 'Em" and "16 Carriages," hinting at a country-rock theme. This marks a departure from Beyoncé's previous surprise album releases, signaling a shift in her communication strategy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Lana Del Rey has announced her new country album "Lasso," set to be released in September. The album will be her 10th studio LP and will feature collaborations with Jack Antonoff and Luke Laird. Lana's previous album, "Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd," was recently nominated for multiple Grammy Awards. In a recent interview, Lana also expressed her desire to become a mother in the future.