Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ and the Quest for ACM Recognition - 2024 Week 20
Bar Talk Happy Hour
Saturday, May 18, 2024 - 12 minutes
🎙️🍻 Hey, y'all, welcome back to another lively episode of The Bar Talk Happy Hour! This week, we’re diving deep into the buzz around Beyoncé’s genre-bending masterpiece, Cowboy Carter. Since its release on March 29, this country album has taken the world by storm, topping Billboard charts and shattering records. Yet, despite its success, Cowboy Carter didn’t receive a single nomination for the 2024 ACM Awards. What's the story behind this shocking snub?
Join us as we unpack the phenomenal impact of Beyoncé's latest venture, her return to raw, authentic music with real and vintage instruments, and the folk-inspired sound that has everyone talking. We’ll also delve into the controversy surrounding its exclusion from this year’s awards and what this means for the queen of pop as she conquers the country scene.
Pour yourself a drink and tune in – you won’t want to miss this spirited discussion! 🎶🤠✨
Stay tuned, and cheers to great music! 🥂
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