The New York Times – Music:
“Cowboy Carter” is an extension of the pop superstar’s exploration of how Black creativity fuels all corners of popular music. She’s embracing the music, not the industry.
Category: Country Music
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Ariana Grande Beats Kacey Musgraves and Justin Timberlake on the Chart
The New York Times – Music:
“Everything I Thought It Was,” Justin Timberlake’s first new album since “Man of the Woods” six years ago, opens in fourth place.
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Black Pop Artists Have Long Gone Country. Here’s a Brief History.
The New York Times – Music:
When Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” arrives next week, it’ll join a lineage of albums by stars including Ray Charles, the Pointer Sisters, Tina Turner and more.
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Dissecting Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Album Cover
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
On Tuesday, the pop star revealed her new album’s cover, a constellation of country signifiers reminding fans of her Texas roots.
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Sarah Shook & the Disarmers Took the Hard Path. The Music Kept Coming.
The New York Times – Music:
After a tumultuous childhood in an ultraconservative family, River Shook finally heard country music at 23. It prompted a long journey of self-discovery.
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7 New Songs You Should Hear Now
The New York Times – Music:
The latest tracks from Mdou Moctar, St. Vincent, Willie Nelson and more.
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Toby Keith Will Be Inducted Into the Country Hall of Fame This Year
The New York Times – Music:
The organization behind the honors avoids electing artists in the year of their death, but the singer died in February just after this year’s vote closed.
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What to Know About Beyonce’s Country Album, ‘Cowboy Carter’
The New York Times – Music:
The singer and her collaborators have been dropping hints about “Cowboy Carter,” her upcoming album and first full-length foray into country music.
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Becky G’s Rowdy Obsession and 8 More New Songs
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Willow, Tierra Whack, Willie Nelson and others.