Taylor Crumpton

Discussing Beyoncé's venture into country music with new singles 'TEXAS HOLD 'EM' and '16 CARRIAGES', exploring their structures and inspirations. Producer Reanna Cruz interviews music journalist Taylor Crumpton about Beyoncé's cultural impact. Analyzing the blend of blues, early country music elements in the songs, and Beyoncé's representation in the country music genre.

Rob explores Master P’s platinum single “Make 'Em Say Uhh!” by discussing the rapper’s famed business acumen, what he means to New Orleans hip-hop, and how his label No Limit Records paved the way for empowering rappers.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuests: Micah Peters and Taylor CrumptonProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Taylor Crumpton, a music and culture writer for Time Magazine, and Maria Sherman, author of a boy band history, as they dive into the evolution of summer anthems. They discuss the nostalgia tied to songs like 'Despacito' and how boy bands have shaped pop culture. The duo navigates the changing landscape of summer music favorites, from the 1960s to contemporary hits, while exploring the emotional connections and memories we associate with these tracks. Listeners are invited to reminisce about their favorite summer jams!

Journalist Evan Gershkovich's wrongful detainment in Russia, schools banning cellphones, and Taylor Crumpton arguing Beyoncé's country roots are discussed in this episode.

Guest Taylor Crumpton discusses Beyoncé's impact on country music, highlighting its Black roots and the genre's history of being tailored for a white audience. The podcast delves into the challenges faced by Black artists in the industry, addressing issues of cultural theft, underrepresentation, and controversy surrounding Beyoncé's presence in the country music world.