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27.04.2024 - 02:47 / variety.com
Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic The tide of Black women in country is a phenomenon that much of the world has suddenly become aware of, thanks to Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” and the lesser-known artists being championed through guest slots on the album. Does this mark the true signal change that advocates for diversity in country have long dreamed of? Or is the real progress within the ranks of the music industry that could allow young Black country artists so lacking that the current excitement might be destined to go down as a glorious blip? These were among the topics of a presentation by the Black Music Action Coalition at Live Nation’s Beverly Hills headquarters Wednesday, with Mickey Guyton, songwriter-artist INK (who is a key contributor to “Cowboy Carter”) and academic researcher Dr.
Jada Watson among the panelists offering both hopeful and cautious thoughts on the genre’s progress. Willie “Prophet” Stiggers, the BMAC’s CEO-president, asked many of the tough questions, joined by Billboard moderators Melnda Newman (who oversees the magazine’s Nashville coverage) and Gail Mitchell (who manages R&B and hip-hop reporting).
Beyond a Q&A with the well-established star Guyton, the gathering at Live Nation also offered a performance by Carmen Dianne, a young singer championed by the Black Opry movement, and just the kind of aspirant who could benefit from the current wave of receptivity to Black women artists, if it indeed endures. It’s a sign of just how influential Guyton has been — but also how rare she has been — that Dianne used part of her short stage time to cover Guyton’s “Black Like Me.” Dianne cited Guyton’s role modeling as critical in her passion to pursue country: “I remember where I
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Manchester United are reportedly interested in bringing ex-Leeds man and current Barcelona winger Raphinha to Old Trafford in the summer.
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Eva Longoria and her husband, Pepe Bastón, are gearing up to move to Spain, as reported by Page Six. The 49-year-old Latina actress and her 56-year-old Mexican businessman husband are planning a temporary relocation to Spain with their five-year-old son, Santiago. A source told the publication, “she’ll be spending a ton of time there working for the second half of this year.” The source also commented that the Flamin’ Hot director is a Spanish resident and recently purchased a home.
Humza Yousaf is set to resign as Scotland’s First Minister ahead of forthcoming confidence votes.
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Wheelhouse is getting ready for a rollercoaster ride.
Manchester United are continuing to be linked with several potential new signings ahead of the summer transfer window.
Bruno Fernandes thought Manchester United demonstrated character in their victory against Sheffield United but warned the players are making winning hard for themselves.
Holly Gleason There used to be a joke in old-school country music: How many girl singers does it take to sing Patsy Cline’s “Crazy”? The punchline was always an eye-rolling “All of them.” It spoke to the ubiquity of Cline’s influence, as well as the tired renditions of Willie Nelson’s torch lament every “chick singer” clung to. Back in those pre-internet days, Cline’s ubiquity was word-of-mouth, but deeply felt.
Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly battling it out to sign RB Leipzig centre-back Castello Lukeba.
Manchester United are being linked with several potential new signings ahead of the summer transfer window.
Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic If we had the ability to assess who is the most beloved figure in music — not in overall numbers, but sheer adoration, per capita and per peer — it likely wouldn’t be Taylor or Beyoncé but Mavis Staples, who has been taking us there since the late ’60s. There being the smile that crosses anyone’s face when fortunate enough to be in the same room, or even in just giving a passing thought to that voice, that presence, and all the different ways in which Staples embodies righteousness.
A 'happy and smiley' 25-year-old midwife was tragically found dead after a night out.
When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot in 2018 it was a day of pure joy for the couple. However, it also appears the event was the last time Harry and his brother Prince William were happy in one another's company.
Bayer Leverkusen defender Jeremie Frimpong is among three defenders that Manchester United are eyeing as Aaron Wan-Bissaka's replacement, according to a report.
Manchester United are reportedly confident they can offload Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund this summer.