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USA Today
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Beyoncé's tour lands in New York for second show: A night of high fashion, high energy
AI-assisted summary Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" tour's second night in New York at MetLife Stadium emphasized high energy and high fashion. The singer debuted new outfits, including a fur coat with a cowboy hat and thigh-high fringe boots, and an American flag jacket. Fans both in person and online noted the electric atmosphere of the concert. Beyoncé Knowles-Carter launched night two of of her "CowboyCarter" tour in New York with two key themes defining the show — high energy and high fashion. The Grammy-winning singer kicked off the show around 8:02 p.m. ET on May 24 at MetLife Stadium. The concert was her second time performing in the New York area — East Rutherford, New Jersey — on her Cowboy Carter and Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour. She is set to perform on the same stage for a total of five nights. The remaining shows will take place May 25, 28 and 29. "Hello, New York! Y'all look absolutely stunning. I am very honored and happy and grateful to be on this stage,' she said as she opened the show. Saturday's performance proved to be yet another groundbreaking show, where high-energy and high-fashion ruled the night. Beyoncé's new looks took center stage during the show Beyoncé's tour has been a huge showcase of fashion and creativity. Each night, Beyoncé continues to blend high fashion and cowboy couture, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as they anticipate a new look. There's been many looks incorporating Western-glam: sparkly chaps, cowboy hats, boots and piles of fringe. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. For Saturday night's show Beyoncé's new outfits seem to steal the show. During her "Alliigator Tears" performance, Beyoncé popped out with an all-new outfit. She wore a long fur coat paired with a textured cowboy hat and thigh-high fringe boots. And the look seemed to be a fan favorite online. That wasn't all. During "Texas Hold Em'" Beyoncé debuted another head-turning look and her dancers wore corresponding outfits. The look featured an American flag jacket with black cowboy hats and more sparkly thigh-high fringe boots for Beyoncé The energy was electric from start to finish during night two Many fans in the stadium and online took note of the electric energy throughout the night. One fans wrote, 'This crowd is insane." Another cosigned saying, "night two is taking it.' Toward the end of the show, Beyoncé even sang the lyrics of her 2008 song "That's Why You're Beautiful" to the crowd as she thanked them for showing up and showing their support. Of course, Beyoncé first debuted her "Cowboy Carter" tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28 with 39 songs on the set list. Her shows have been filled with family, fashion, different music genres, and most notably country music and cultural commentary. The nine-city tour will span the U.S. and Europe with the grand finale taking place in Las Vegas on July 26. Beyoncé has already made history with her scheduled tour dates, including by playing the most dates at SoFi Stadium of any artist. Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network's Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.
USA Today
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
A year with Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter': A look back at top moments on album's anniversary
AI-assisted summary Beyoncé's album "Cowboy Carter" was released a year ago to critical acclaim and commercial success The album broke numerous records and won the Grammy for album of the year "Cowboy Carter" also sparked a conversation about Black artists in country music and the genre's roots Beyoncé Knowles-Carter released her eighth studio album "Cowboy Carter" a year ago, and it has proved groundbreaking in more ways than one. The megastar first released the 27-track project March 29, 2024. As Beyoncé's first country album, she made sure to feature country legends such as Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and country music pioneer Linda Martell. She also collaborated with crossover artists such as Miley Cyrus and Post Malone, as well as emerging Black country artists such as Shaboozey, Willie Jones, Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Reyna Roberts and Tiera Kennedy. The album became a catalyst for the renewed spotlight on Black country artists and the genre's Black roots. "Cowboy Carter" has challenged music industry norms and sparked important conversations pertaining to the intersection of race and country music. On the one-year anniversary of "Cowboy Carter," here's a look back at 19 significant moments from its trailblazing year. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour will kick off April 28 in Los Angeles. Since the initial announcement, Beyoncé has added a handful of shows including final shows in Las Vegas. Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network's Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.
