Beyoncé Remixes Dolly Parton's 'Jolene' on New 'Cowboy Carter' Album

Critics and Fans Praise Beyoncé for ‘Impressive’ Country Album ‘Cowboy Carter’

Critics and Fans Praise Beyoncé , for ‘Impressive’ Country Album ‘Cowboy Carter’. Beyoncé released her eighth studio album on March 29. Consisting of 27 tracks, 'Cowboy Carter' is already receiving high praise from critics and fans alike, BBC reports. . 'The Guardian' critic Alexis Petridis said that Beyoncé is "impressively capable of doing whatever she wants.". Page Six critic Nicholas Hautman referred to the album as "the revival that country music so desperately needed,". "instantly timeless," and "a soulful celebration of Southern values and the genre's African roots.". A fan on social media said Queen Bey's voice was "the best it's ever been in her career.". The album includes cameos by Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Linda Martell. The album includes cameos by Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Linda Martell. The album includes cameos by Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Linda Martell. Miley Cyrus and Post Malone are guests on the album as well. . Miley Cyrus and Post Malone are guests on the album as well. . Beyoncé also performs her own versions of Dolly Parton's "Jolene" and The Beatles' timeless classic, "Blackbird.". Beyoncé also performs her own versions of Dolly Parton's "Jolene" and The Beatles' timeless classic, "Blackbird.". Beyoncé also performs her own versions of Dolly Parton's "Jolene" and The Beatles' timeless classic, "Blackbird.". The album "proves her adaptability and mastery, regardless of genre," according to the BBC's Mark Savage. The genres overlap so seamlessly is evidence of Beyoncé's technical mastery, but also of her central thesis: that Nashville's marginalization of outsiders, and black women in particular, weakens the music in the long run, Mark Savage, BBC News music correspondent, via statement. While some critics say that the album should have been less than 27 tracks, . Larisha Paul from 'Rolling Stone' said that "every piece" of 'Cowboy Carter' was "meticulously thought out," from the album's length to the artwork.

Jennifer Aniston is Working on a Reboot for '9 to 5' | THR News Video

Jennifer Aniston is set to produce a reimagining of the iconic 1980 film '9 to 5.' The original movie starred Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda as three women who take revenge on their sexist boss. The Hollywood Reporter has learned that Aniston will produce the project that is in development through her Echo Films banner, alongside her partner Kristin Hahn.

Eva Longoria Receives $50 Million Jeff Bezos Award

Eva Longoria Receives , $50 Million Jeff Bezos Award. The Jeff Bezos Courage and Civility Award is presented annually to people who make significant contributions to society. This year, Eva Longoria and admiral Bill McRaven will each be awarded $50 million to help those in need, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. This year, Eva Longoria and admiral Bill McRaven will each be awarded $50 million to help those in need, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. This year, Eva Longoria and admiral Bill McRaven will each be awarded $50 million to help those in need, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. As chancellor of the University of Texas system, . McRaven “spearheaded the creation of the Preservation of the Force & Family initiative to ensure the mental, spiritual and physical well-being of those who serve, as well as their families,” according to the university's website. In 2012, the 'Desperate Housewives' actress founded the Eva Longoria Foundation. Its mission statement is “to help Latinas build better futures for themselves and their families through education and entrepreneurship.” . By providing Latinas with the resources to succeed in school and business, we can help empower the Latino community, Via the Eva Longoria Foundation mission statement. We work to narrow the opportunity gap that Latinas face by funding culturally-relevant programs that enhance Latinas’ productivity and earning power, Via the Eva Longoria Foundation mission statement. Previous recipients of the Jeff Bezos Courage and Civility Award include Van Jones, José Andrés. Previous recipients of the Jeff Bezos Courage and Civility Award include Van Jones, José Andrés. Previous recipients of the Jeff Bezos Courage and Civility Award include Van Jones, José Andrés. and Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton Thinks Beyoncé Covered ‘Jolene’ for Her New Album

Dolly Parton Thinks Beyoncé Covered ‘Jolene’ , for Her New Album. Dolly Parton Thinks Beyoncé Covered ‘Jolene’ , for Her New Album. Parton recently did an interview with Knox News and was asked whether she believes Beyoncé has covered one of the country legend's songs for her upcoming album. Well, I think she has! , Dolly Parton, via Knox News. I think she’s recorded ‘Jolene’ and I think it’s probably gonna be on her country album, which I’m very excited about that, Dolly Parton, via Knox News. Parton went on to detail her admiration for Beyoncé, CNN reports. . I love her! She’s a beautiful girl and a great singer, Dolly Parton, via Knox News. We’ve kind of sent messages back and forth through the years, Dolly Parton, via Knox News. And she and her mother were like fans, and I was always touched that they were fans, and I always thought she was great, Dolly Parton, via Knox News. Parton also praised Queen Bey's new single, "Texas Hold 'Em," when it reached No. 1 on the country chart. . Parton also praised Queen Bey's new single, "Texas Hold 'Em," when it reached No. 1 on the country chart. . I’m a big fan of Beyoncé and very excited that she’s done a country album, Dolly Parton, via statement. So congratulations on your Billboard Hot Country number one single, Dolly Parton, via statement

Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' Has Best Streaming Week Ever

Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' , Has Best Streaming Week Ever. Associated Press reports that Taylor Swift's latest album 'The Tortured Poets Department' has continued to dominate. . In the week following its release, Swift's 11th album hit number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The 31-track double album has already amassed 2.61 million equivalent album units, with 1.91 million of those coming from traditional album sales. The 31-track double album has already amassed 2.61 million equivalent album units, with 1.91 million of those coming from traditional album sales. Bolstering those traditional album sales, which include downloads, CDs and cassettes, the album had the highest vinyl sales in modern history, accounting for 859,000 units. Bolstering those traditional album sales, which include downloads, CDs and cassettes, the album had the highest vinyl sales in modern history, accounting for 859,000 units. The album has also already become the top-selling album of 2024, surpassing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter,' which sold 228,000 units. The album has also already become the top-selling album of 2024, surpassing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter,' which sold 228,000 units. According to Luminate, the album also hit 891.34 million streams, which registered as the biggest streaming week for an album ever. . According to Luminate, the album also hit 891.34 million streams, which registered as the biggest streaming week for an album ever. . My mind is blown. I’m completely floored by the love you’ve shown this album. , Taylor Swift, via X. 2.6 million are you actually serious? Thank you for listening, streaming, and welcoming Tortured Poets into your life. Feeling completely overwhelmed, Taylor Swift, via X. The album has also broken the highest single-week for an album, eclipsing Drake's 'Scorpion,' which had 745.92 million in 2018

Courtney Love Disses Taylor Swift and Beyoncé

Courtney Love Disses , Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Courtney Love Disses , Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Courtney Love Disses , Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Love recently spoke with 'The Standard' and had something to say about a few fellow female musicians, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. Taylor is not important, Courtney Love, to 'The Standard'. She might be a safe space for girls, and she’s probably the Madonna of now, but she’s not interesting as an artist, Courtney Love, to 'The Standard'. Love went on to talk about Madonna, saying, “I don’t like her and she doesn’t like me.” . Love went on to talk about Madonna, saying, “I don’t like her and she doesn’t like me.” . Next, the grunge icon touched on Beyoncé's critically-acclaimed album, 'Cowboy Carter.'. Next, the grunge icon touched on Beyoncé's critically-acclaimed album, 'Cowboy Carter.'. While Love said she could appreciate the symbolism “about Black women going into spaces where previously only white women have been allowed,” she's just not into it. As a concept, I love it. I just don’t like her music, Courtney Love, to 'The Standard'. And then there was Lana Del Rey, who Love thinks "should really take seven years off.". And then there was Lana Del Rey, who Love thinks "should really take seven years off.". The veteran rocker said that she hasn't liked Lana's music “since she covered a John Denver song.”. The veteran rocker said that she hasn't liked Lana's music “since she covered a John Denver song.”. Up until ‘Take Me Home Country Roads’ I thought she was great. When I was recording my new album, I had to stop listening to her as she was influencing me too much, Courtney Love, to 'The Standard'. It’s great that there are so many successful women in the music industry, but lots of them are becoming a cliché, Courtney Love, to 'The Standard'. Now, every successful woman is cloned, so there is just too much music. They’re all the same. , Courtney Love, to 'The Standard'. If you play something on Spotify, you get bombarded with a lot of stuff that’s exactly the same. , Courtney Love, to 'The Standard'

Beyoncé's Latest Album Has Boosts Sales for Western Style

Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style. Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style. NBC reports that sales of western style boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. . NBC reports that sales of western style boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. . The album marked the music superstar's first entry in the country genre. . According to consumer behavior firm Circana, there were significant boosts to unit sales for western style boots even before the full album dropped. . According to consumer behavior firm Circana, there were significant boosts to unit sales for western style boots even before the full album dropped. . The Wild West aesthetic started to experience a surge with the release of the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'. The Wild West aesthetic started to experience a surge with the release of the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'. Since the start of April, Boot Barn shares have shot up over 4%. . NBC points out that the 32-time Grammy winner's most recent album comes amid a wave of cultural push for western-inspired styles. Earlier this year, Louis Vuitton released the American Western line at Paris Fashion Week. . In addition to stagecoach-inspired boots, the new line showcased western style classics like bolo ties and cowboy hats. The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to analysts about the boost the company received from a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'. The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to analysts about the boost the company received from a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'. I don’t think there’s any better evidence or proof point than having someone like Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper, to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC. I don’t think there’s any better evidence or proof point than having someone like Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper, to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC

Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' Boosts Streams on Spotify for Black Country Artists | THR News Video

Beyoncé's new album 'Cowboy Carter' has boosted streams for Black country artists on Spotify. Since the project's release, the number of first-time listeners for acts who appear on 'Cowboy Carter,' like Brittney Spencer and Reyna Roberts, has increased. The Hollywood Reporter can exclusively reveal that Spencer saw an uptick of 170 percent in first-time listeners, while Roberts saw an increase of 125 percent.

‘Cowboy Carter’ Is Missing Tracks on Vinyl, Fans Say

‘Cowboy Carter’ Is , Missing Tracks on Vinyl, Fans Say. According to fans who pre-ordered Beyoncé's newest album on vinyl, five songs are missing. This missing tracks are reportedly "Spaghetti, Flamenco, The Linda Martell Show, Ya Ya and Oh Louisiana," BBC reports. . Some fans have even reported that CD copies are missing four songs. What is up with that?! How could she sell an incomplete album?, Fan, via Reddit. We need at least a discount refund, or be able to refund altogether since the CDs and vinyls delivered are not what was listed, Fan, via Instagram. Beyoncé previously said that 'Cowboy Carter' took "over five years" to create, which may explain why some vinyl and CDs are missing tracks, BBC reports. . Albums have to be submitted to vinyl pressing plants far in advance, so Bey may have added more songs after the fact. Others noticed that Beyoncé changed the album title on CD and vinyl copies to 'Act ii: Beyincé.'. Bey's maternal grandparents were reportedly called Beyincé, so she referenced the name in her new work. Meanwhile, Beyoncé recently talked about how she "wanted to go back to real instruments" on this album. I didn't want some layers of instruments like strings, especially guitars, and organs perfectly in tune. I kept some songs raw and leaned into folk. , Beyoncé, via statement. I didn't want some layers of instruments like strings, especially guitars, and organs perfectly in tune. I kept some songs raw and leaned into folk. , Beyoncé, via statement. All the sounds were so organic and human, everyday things like the wind, snaps and even the sound of birds and chickens, the sounds of nature, Beyoncé, via statement