It’s been building up for many years now, from Pharrell’s latest Louis Vuitton collection to Bad Bunny’s western-themed trap album, even back to Old Town Road… and it’s finally here. Beyoncé has turned yeehaw season to maximum horsepower. LFGG.
“Fear and Friday’s” by Zach Bryan
Released Aug 2023—Spotify
The level of vulnerability and rawness in this man’s music reealllly hits.
“Vegas” by Shaboozey
Released March 2024—Spotify
One of the many black country artists spotlighted on Beyonce’s latest album—Shaboozey really stood out to me for blending country tunes and rhythms with modern flows and cadences.
“Are You Looking Up” by Mk.Gee
Released March 2024—Spotify
This might not be full yeehaw but it’s got that twang, for sure. Mk.Gee continues to be an under-appreciated, yet generational talent.
Bonus:
“Fisherr” by Cash Cobain feat. Bay Swag
Released February 2024—Spotify
If you see puffs of smoke rising from your local bodega, it’s because NYC has anointed its breakout rap hit of the summer. I hope cloud rap makes a comeback.