Musician Michael B. Whit welcomes the attention ‘Cowboy Carter’ brings to Black country musicians...

Country music is in public conversation after superstar Beyoncé released “Cowboy Carter.” The country album has earned the singer the distinction of being the first Black woman to top the Billboard Country music charts.

Beyoncé’s massive popularity has drawn country music into a different spotlight, bringing new attention and fans to the genre. But the album also has listeners discovering unsung Black country artists.