Latest Beyonce Knowles News

Beyoncé is bringing her fans of color to country music. Will they be welcomed in?

Apr. 15, 2024 15:48 PM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — Dusty, worn boots. Horses lapping up water. Sweat dripping from the foreheads of every shade of Black skin as country classics blare through giant speakers. These moments are frequently recreated during Tayhlor Coleman’s family gatherings at their central Texas ranch. For her,...

At movie industry convention, leaders say blockbusters alone aren’t enough

Apr. 10, 2024 00:36 AM EDT

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Movie theater owners are still feeling the high from “ Barbenheimer.” The counterprogramming of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” brought audiences to cinemas around with the world, ultimately earning nearly $2.5 billion in combined ticket sales. But, gathered in Las Vegas...

Beyoncé becomes first Black woman to hit No. 1 on Billboard country albums chart

Apr. 09, 2024 11:13 AM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — Beyoncé has made history once again. Her latest album, the epic “Act ll: Cowboy Carter”, hit No. 1 on the Billboard country albums chart, making her the first Black woman to top the chart since its 1964 inception. The album also topped the all-genres Billboard...

Inside Missy Elliott's first headlining tour, with Busta Rhymes, Ciara and Timbaland

Apr. 08, 2024 08:52 AM EDT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — At a 24,000-square-foot studio near downtown Los Angeles, Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes and Ciara are preparing to film the video announcement for a tour no one saw coming. This summer, the trio — along with legendary producer Timbaland — will hit the road for...

A swift rebound and unprecedented tickets sales for live music after pandemic shut venues down

Apr. 04, 2024 07:21 AM EDT

Powered by big stadium tours from artists like Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, ticket sales are booming and it appears likely that live acts will continue to draw massive crowds this year after the pandemic closed down concert venues globally for close to two years. Concert and event...

Music Review: Beyoncé's epic 'Act ll: Cowboy Carter' defies categorization, redefines American style

Mar. 29, 2024 15:59 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Nothin’ really ends / For things to stay the same they have to change again,” Beyoncé sings on “Act ll: Cowboy Carter,” the opening lines of the opening track, “Ameriican Requiem.” “Them big ideas, yeah, are buried here / Amen.” ...

What to stream this weekend: Beyoncé, Steve Martin, J-Hope, Mike Birbiglia, Bill Nighy and 'Madu'

Mar. 29, 2024 01:12 AM EDT

Beyoncé's country album and a documentary about a Nigerian boy who dreams of being a professional ballet dancer are some of the new television, movies, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time as selected by The Associated...

Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter' reinforces her dedication to Black reclamation — and country music

Mar. 28, 2024 17:44 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — First, Beyoncé arrived at the 2024 Grammy Awards in full cowboy regalia — making a statement without saying a word. Then, during the Super Bowl, she dropped two hybrid country songs: “Texas Hold 'Em” and “16 Carriages.” All of that heralded her latest album, “Act...

Beyoncé shares 'Cowboy Carter' track list ahead of album, mentions Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson

Mar. 27, 2024 23:58 PM EDT

Buckle up, cowpoke: On Wednesday, Beyoncé shared the track list for her forthcoming album, “Act ll: Cowboy Carter." “Cowboy Carter” arrives Friday, but fans got a sneak peek on the superstar's Instagram account, when she shared an image that appears to include the titles of...

Beyoncé will receive the Innovator Award at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards

Mar. 21, 2024 08:48 AM EDT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Days after Beyoncé releases her highly anticipated eighth studio album, she'll make an appearance at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards to receive its innovator award. Beyoncé will appear at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to accept the honor during the April 1...