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this is a person who has a very intense relationship with a very large body of fans. - you went to the concert, and you saw the concert filmed, right? three hours, yes, well-spent. - (singing) i wanna house you and make you take my name ive met so many of my goals, and i just keep making new goals because im never satisfied, and i always want to grow. - well, the highly anticipated second act to beyoncés renaissance project, cowboy carter, dropped last night. - you guys, oh, my god. -...

[music playing] - beyoncé is the greatest entertainer of her generation. this is a person who has a very intense relationship with a very large body of fans. - you went to the concert, and you saw the concert filmed, right? three hours, yes, well-spent. - (singing) i wanna house you and make you take my name ive met so many of my goals, and i just keep making new goals because im never satisfied, and i always want to grow. - well, the highly anticipated second act to beyoncés renaiss...

Author Nefertiti Austin writes an essay about Beyonce's 'Cowboy Carter' album, the history of Black artists in country music, and the genre's future.

Country music, often associated with rural America and Southern traditions, has a rich history deeply rooted in storytelling and emotion. While it has traditionally been seen as a genre dominated by white artists, Black country singers have played a significant role in shaping this musical landscape. Perhaps the reason is because Black Americans actually created… Continue reading Introducing Iconic Black Country Singers Who Made History

The Opry can still be heard every Saturday night over the radio at 650 AM WSM.

Country music, often associated with rural America and Southern traditions, has a rich history deeply rooted in storytelling and emotion. While it has traditionally been seen as a genre dominated by white artists, Black country singers have played a significant role in shaping this musical landscape. Perhaps the reason is because Black Americans actually created… Continue reading Introducing Iconic Black Country Singers Who Made History

DeFord Bailey Avenue was unveiled at a ceremony in Nashville on Saturday, following an effort by the late musician's family to share his story.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The city of Nashville is naming a street after Grand Ole Opry pioneer DeFord Bailey, the “Harmonica Wizard" whose popularity and contributions to country music and blues are still being recognized decades later.

DeFord Bailey was known as both the “Harmonica Wizard” and a Grand Ole Opry pioneer.

DeFord Bailey was known as both the "Harmonica Wizard" and a Grand Ole Opry pioneer