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Shaboozey and Matthew Knowles respond to Beyonc being snubbed at the 2024 Country Music Awards

The 2024 Country Music Awards faced criticism for not nominating Beyonc for her groundbreaking country album 'Cowboy Carter', despite her historical achievements in the genre. Rising country star Shaboozey and Beyonc's father, Matthew Knowles, expressed their disappointment, suggesting racial biases in the voting process. The debate around representation of Black artists in country music has been reignited, with the awards show highlighting discrepancies in nomination practices. Celebrities and fans voiced their opinions on the perceived snub, while others pointed out the nominations of artists with less direct ties to the country genre.

Published on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 12:46 PM

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NME

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