Beyoncé is expanding her musical reach and making waves in the country music scene. She’s made history as the first Black woman to top the Hot Country Songs chart. Just think about that for a second.
From her days with Destiny’s Child to her solo career, where she’s become the most Grammy-nominated artist ever, Beyoncé has proven she can excel in any music genre.
The release of her latest country tracks, “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages,” during Super Bowl LVIII weekend took fans and the media by surprise. These songs quickly gained traction. To celebrate the 10-day countdown to her new album, “Cowboy Carter,” set to drop on March 29th, a continuation of her “Renaissance” album, Beyoncé revealed the cover.
In the cover image, Beyoncé embraced her Houston, Texas roots. She posed on a white horse, dressed in a red, white, and blue latex cowboy outfit with matching chaps, channeling a strong equestrian vibe.
Celebrity stylist Shiona Turini completed the look with white pointy-toe boots and a classic white cowboy hat. Her hairstylist, Nakia Collin, styled her long, platinum blonde hair to flow effortlessly in the wind.
Beyoncé also released a special limited-edition vinyl cover shot by Mason Poole. In the striking image, she posed nude, wrapped in a sash that read “act ii Beyoncé,” holding a burning cigar, exuding sultry confidence. Her cornrowed hair, adorned with red and white beads at the tips, gave off a Solange-like vibe.
These powerful images of Beyoncé set the stage for what we can expect from “Cowboy Carter.” If these visuals are any hint, we’re in for something extraordinary.