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Ahead of this weekend’s CMT Music Awards, Billboard is putting a spotlight on five country artists you should watch. This episode features Tanner Adell.

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From Beyoncé’s concert to Beyoncé’s album… Tanner Addell is a country artist you definitely need to watch.

The talented songstress has been captivating her audience with certified bops and relatable anthems. And before she even jumped on ‘Cowboy Carter,’ she was already serving a Sasha Fierce type of country, so it was no surprise Queen Bey included her with several up-and-coming Black women of country on her meaningful cover of The Beatles’ “Blackbird” (stylized as “Blackbiird”). 

And with ‘Whiskey Blues’ on the way, we can’t wait for more Tanner!

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Billie Eilish took to social media to clear up public speculation after her interview with Billboard on sustainability went viral. Peso Pluma surprised Anitta with a birthday cake onstage during her set at Tecate Pa’l Norte and shared a kiss. We have a new No. 1 track on the Hot 100 this week. We’re breaking down five country artists you should watch ahead of the CMT Awards; today we’re spotlighting Dasha. And more!

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Billie Eilish shuts down Twitter stans. Anitta kisses Peso Pluma. We see who tops the Billboard Hot 100. And break down why you should know Dasha.

It’s Monday, April 1st. I’m Tetris and welcome to Billboard News. It’s not every day you get to have Beyoncé in studio, but I’m beyond excited to chat with the queen. Okay, that might have been the worst April Fools joke ever but hey! A boy can dream. Let’s jump into your top story.

Billie Eilish doubles down after her words in a Billboard article go viral. Here’s what she said. Last week, Billboard published an interview with Billie Eilish where she talked about sustainability in the music industry. One comment in particular gained a lot of attention online. When asked about vinyl production and how Eilish uses recycled materials to make hers she said, “It’s some of the biggest artists in the world making f—ing 40 different vinyl packages that have a different unique thing just to get you to keep buying more. And it’s irritating to me that we’re still at a point where you care that much about your numbers and you care that much about making money – and it’s all your favorite artists doing this sh–.” That sent the internet off. Stan accounts started pointing the finger at artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and Billie herself, saying they all sell vinyl variants, which Eilish did admit in the article saying, “We’re all going to do it because [it’s] the only way to play the game. It’s just accentuating this already kind of messed up way of this industry working.” Well, Billie took to IG to double down on what she said, posting, “When it comes to variants, so many artists released them- including ME!, which I clearly stated in the article” and shared a link so her followers could see the full Billboard article. To read the full interview and see everything really said head over to Billboard.com.”

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It’s Friday, March 29th, and we’ve been blessed with a ton of new music this week. Beyoncé’s long-awaited ‘Cowboy Carter’ is finally here. J-Hope dropped his new album, ‘Hope on the Street Vol. 1.’ Machine Gun Kelly teamed up with Trippie Redd for ‘Genre: Sadboy.’ Fans are raving about the features on ‘Cowboy Carter’ with some even convinced that Taylor Swift was featured on the track “BODYGUARD.” And more.

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‘Cowboy Carter’ is here and we’re breaking down all the features. Plus new music from J-Hope, MGK, Trippie Redd and more. Sum 41 stops by to talk about their final album, we find out whose fandom is the strongest and learn more about Chicano Batman. Howdy partners, it’s Friday, March 29th and welcome to Billboard News. My name is Tetris and I heard there’s some kind of Renaissance going on. Let’s kick things off today with your Friday music guide.

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Beyoncé kicks off her new era busting out the gate with “Ameriican Requiem” and the highly anticipated “Jolene” is as good as we expected and it’s Dolly P approved.

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More music coming throughout the show but for now, here’s your top story.

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Miley Cyrus, Post Malone and Taylor Swift?

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We’re covering all the features on Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ so you don’t have to.

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A cover of The Beatles that captures meaning in a way only Beyoncé can deliver. “Blackbird,” which Paul McCartney has said was inspired by racial tension, features up-and-coming Black country singers Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy and Reyna Roberts. She also grabbed Willie Jones’ soulful voice on “Just For Fun.” And Shaboozey brings the vibes on “Spaghettii,” genre-bending musician Post Malone sounds sweet and smooth on “Levii’s Jeans,” and Miley and Beyoncé’s vocals soared and blended to perfection on “II Most Wanted.” But whose voice provides the backgrounds on standout track “Bodyguard”? Fans were convinced it’s Taylor Swift. Billboard can confirm Taylor Swift is not credited on the song. Well, Swiftyhive can still dream, and with so many other flawless tracks on ‘Cowboy Carter,’ we have plenty to feast on.

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Tyla is Billboard’s newest cover star. Beyoncé’s long-awaited ‘Cowboy Carter’ is rumored to have been leaked and fans are freaking out over the features on the album. Megan Thee Stallion shows love to the “Texas Hold ‘Em” singer. We’re running down Bey’s biggest chart achievements in honor of her new album. We catch up with Los Tigres Del Norte backstage at their record-breaking show at The Houston Rodeo. And more!

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Beyoncé, Miley and Post, oh my! And Meg is excited as Nicki is gifted. And we go even deeper on the superstar. Tyla is on the cover of Billboard as we break down the top songs on TikTok and chat with Los Tigres Del Norte.

It’s Thursday, March 28th, also known as the day before we receive ‘Cowboy Carter,’ and this is Billboard News. We have so much Beyoncé to get through today, but we also have a new cover and it is perfect.

She’s a work of “Art” and she’s kept us dripping in “Water,” now she’s on the cover of Billboard. South Africa’s Tyla has emerged with a unique blend of sounds dubbed “Popiano,” and our own Heran Mamo sat down with her to talk about her tidal wave of a rise.

When asked about winning the first-ever Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance, she said, “I was in such shock. It’s something that a lot of people strive toward and want to win at least once in their lifetime. And I’m so blessed to have received one so early in my career.” She also spoke on how hard it was to cancel Coachella and postpone her tour due to health problems. She’s going to stay connected. She stated, “now’s the time where I can showcase a performance style where I’m not really dancing as much. Maybe I strip back a little bit more and I’m just serving vocals, but there’s no way to stop me. I’m always going to find a way.”

One thing for sure is that she will always serve. Find the full cover over on Billboard.com.

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