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Beyoncé has officially announced the release date and title of her highly anticipated country album. The revelation comes just a month after her announcement of venturing into the country genre.
On Tuesday, March 12, Beyoncé’s management company, Parkwood Entertainment, took to social media to share the exciting news. The upcoming album, titled “Cowboy Carter,” is scheduled to be released on Friday, March 29, marking Act II of a three-part album series that kicked off with “Renaissance.”
What is the “Cowboy Carter” album cover?
Accompanying the announcement was a captivating visual featuring a saddle against a solid black backdrop, adorned with a patriotic red, white, and blue rodeo ribbon showcasing the album’s title. However, it’s essential to clarify that this image is not the official cover art. Fans looking to catch a glimpse of the album’s aesthetic were directed to the pre-order link, revealing a sleek black cover with “Act II” and “Cowboy Carter” elegantly written in white letters.
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Will a cover of ‘Jolene’ be released in the “Cowboy Carter” album?
As we previously reported, one prevailing rumor suggests a potential cover of Dolly Parton’s timeless hit, “Jolene.” While Parton stopped short of confirming the speculation, she did express enthusiasm about the possibility in a recent interview.
Parton carefully chose her words, stating, “Well, I think she has! I think she’s recorded ‘Jolene,’ and I think it’s probably gonna be on her country album, which I’m very excited about.” Despite the optimism, Parton maintained a level of uncertainty, using phrases like “hopes” and “thinks,” leaving fans eager to confirm the speculation upon the album’s official release on March 29th.
Acknowledging their mutual admiration, Parton confirmed that she and Beyoncé have exchanged messages over the years. “We’ve kind of sent messages back and forth through the years. And she and her mother were like fans, and I was always touched that they were fans, and I always thought she was great.”
However, not everyone in the country music community has embraced the idea of pop artists venturing into the genre.
