At BMAC Event in L.A., Mickey Guyton, INK and Other Panelists Assess What Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy’ Moment Means for Black Female Country Artists

BIPOC
By
Chris Willman
April 27, 2024
Variety
Article

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?

read
Article
Panelists at BMAC event including Mickey Guyton and Jada Watson
Photo Credit:
Michael Buckner

resources

decorative diamond background

Website

bipoc icondisabled iconlgbtq icon

Fist City

Queer country radio based out of Belfast Ireland

decorative diamond background

Website

bipoc icondisabled iconlgbtq icon

Country Soul Songbook

an artist-driven media platform and production team that amplifies the voices, experiences, and stories of BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ artists in Country, Americana, and American roots music.

decorative diamond background

Playlist

bipoc icondisabled iconlgbtq icon

Boots Off | A shoes off AAPI Playlist

(SHUFFLE ONLY) Classics and fresh bangers by Asian And Pacific Islander country artists! Curated by Shoes Off Nashville with the goal of balancing Asian And Pacific Islander representation to the best of its ability. Want to add a song? DM us on social media @shoesoffnash!

Stay connected

The latest curated news, events, new releases and featured profiles and resources delivered to your inbox weekly.
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.