Beyoncé's song "16 CARRIAGES" serves as a historical reflection on the Black experience during Reconstruction, symbolizing the complex freedom that followed the Civil War.

The "Cowboy Carter Chronicles" explores the themes of Black resilience and freedom through Beyoncé's reimagining of "Blackbird" on her album.

This initiative, highlighted in the "Cowboy Carter Chronicles" series by Jyesha Johnson, delves into the cultural contributions of Black cowboys and the history of Black towns, which have largely been erased from mainstream narratives.

A whisky as bold as Beyoncé herself. Houston Life sat down with Cameron George, the master blender and head of global advocacy for SirDavis American Whisky. We learned the story behind the spirit and how it honors Black history and her family's legacy. Since SirDavis is an official sponsor of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo this year we mix up a cocktail called the "Texas Buckiin'" available on rodeo grounds.

In the American West, the narrative often revolves around outlaws, gunfights, and the lawless frontier. However, there are untold stories of black individuals who were born to be protectors, shaping the history of the West in ways that have often been overshadowed.

Students at UH are stepping into history with line dancing, exploring Black Western culture through Beyoncé's work.

Discover the untold legacy of Black cowboys! From historic cattle drives to Beyoncé's powerful tribute, their story is more than myth. 🐎

In the "Cowboy Carter Chronicles," Digital Producer Jyesha Johnson explores Beyoncé's groundbreaking impact on country music and its historical ties to Black culture. Beyoncé's album, "Cowboy Carter," symbolizes perseverance and reclaiming space, paralleling the post-Civil War era when Black communities established their own towns amidst systemic oppression.

Beyoncé has announced the initial cities for her Cowboy Carter & The Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour, including Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, London, Paris, Houston, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas.

The 67th annual Grammy Awards are set to recognize some of the most talented performers and biggest hits in pop music, with different ways to watch the festivities.

In the "Cowboy Carter Chronicles," Digital Producer Jyesha Johnson explores the themes of freedom and resilience through Beyoncé’s song "JUST FOR FUN" from her album, used as a vehicle for historical reflection.

Beyoncé leads the 2025 Grammys nominee pack, but Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and Charli xcx are vying for their moment in the spotlight.

In the latest installment of Cowboy Carter Chronicles, Digital Producer Jyesha Johnson discusses a pause in content due to a historic snowstorm

Carrie Underwood might not be Beyoncé or Garth Brooks in the celebrity superstar ecosystem.

Discover forgotten Black history in the American West with the #CowboyCarterChronicles! From Juneteenth to sundown towns, explore new pathways to freedom inspired by Beyoncé.

The 67th annual Grammy Awards will take place Sunday at the Crypto.

Discover UH's groundbreaking course using Beyoncé's #CowboyCarter to explore Black history in the American West.

On Instagram, the BeyGOOD Foundation said it would be making a donation to the LA Fire Relief Fund to assist families impacted by the wildfires and ensure funds go to churches as well as other community organizations.

Weaker winds and intense firefighting efforts over the weekend boosted containment of fires burning in and around Los Angeles, but the effects of the blazes on the entertainment world continue.

This year's Christmas Day halftime show was a spectacular celebration of culture and music, led by Houston's own Beyoncé Carter-Knowles!

Associated Press Music Writer Maria Sherman has chosen 10 of the best albums of 2024.

Did you have a “Brat summer” this year.

Beyoncé set to perform for fans at halftime of Texans vs. Ravens game December 25

Texas’ strict abortion bans made it “ground zero” for Democrats hoping to rile up their base, but voters prioritized economic issues.

It looks like the 2025 Grammy Awards may be a different kind of award show.

On the night before Election Day, at campaign events across the country, celebrities turned out in force for Kamala Harris' presidential campaign.

Country music has become a dominant force, bleeding into pop music’s mainstream.

Tina Knowles will have a memoir out next spring with a title that will not surprise her many admirers.

Harris spoke to a packed audience at Shell Energy Stadium.

Leonardo DiCaprio is endorsing Kamala Harris for president.

Kamala Harris and Beyoncé ignited a Houston rally with a double-barreled argument against Donald Trump on Friday.

Morgan Wallen tops the 2024 Country Music Association award nominations with seven.

Would she be there or not.

Beyoncé's team has reportedly issued a cease-and-desist order to the Trump campaign following the unauthorized use of her song “Freedom” in a social media post, according to Rolling Stone.

Taylor Swift once again tops the MTV Video Music Award nominations.

Teenage Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland sung for the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee | Check out the footage from 1999!

Broadway has had great success with “Hello, Dolly.”.

Let the debate begin.

Drake is the leading nominee for next month’s BET Awards, followed closely by Nicki Minaj.

Drake and Kendrick WHO!? This beef between Charles Barkley and the city of Galveston is the only beef we need to be talking about!

"You better watch it sucker! 😂😂Our water might not be blue, but it is still the beach and we love it!"

KPRC 2's Bill Barajas surprises his fiancée Carla Salinas with a romantic proposal in the beautiful Positano, Italy.

Beyoncé's latest album, "Act II: Cowboy Carter", just reached the top of the Billboard Country Albums chart, making her the first Black woman to achieve this milestone since the chart's inception in 1964! 🙌🏽👑

From the outside, a friendship between Beyoncé and Jack White seems as unlikely as any, but if you’re a true fan of their music, you know this duo has collaborated and worked with each other for years.

🎵 New music alert! 🤠🎶 Beyoncé has dropped her latest album, "Cowboy Carter," and it's a wild ride through the world of country music! 🌵🎸 Yeehaw! 🤠 #Beyonce #CowboyCarter #NewMusic #CountryVibes

First, Beyoncé arrived at the 2024 Grammy Awards in full cowboy regalia — making a statement without saying a word.

On Wednesday, Beyoncé shared the track list for her forthcoming album, “Act ll: Cowboy Carter.”.

SHE'S COMING!!!!!

This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Beyoncé's “Act ll: Cowboy Carter,” a Amazon Prime docuseries about BTS member J-Hope and “Madu,” a documentary about a Nigerian boy who dreams of being a professional ballet dancer.

Beyoncé will appear at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards to receive the show's innovator award.

HOT GIRL SEASON LOADING!!!🔥😜

Beyoncé is full of surprises — and on Tuesday, dropped yet another one.

Bun B brought some heavy hitters to the star stage this year!🙌

Beyoncé is no stranger to giving back to her hometown of Houston, and she’s done it again by announcing that her foundation will be giving deserving students in our area a chance to chase their dreams.

BeyHive, it’s time for us to gather our coins AGAIN!!!

When the Super Bowl halftime show was born, college marching bands were the main on-field attraction.

Coco Jones went from being a Disney child star to reshaping her image and finding her musical voice en route to five Grammy nominations, including best new artist.

A family is reportedly safe Monday morning after a massive fire broke out inside of their home near the Third Ward.

This year’s five Associated Press Breakthrough Entertainers of the Year includes actors and musicians who flowered in 2023.

At the multiplex, “Barbenheimer” ruled.

A documentary chronicling Beyoncé‘s just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.

Overnight, the Queen herself made another highly-anticipated announcement.

It’s a big weekend in Houston.

First it was Taylor Swift — a three day eras tour takeover in Houston. Then Drake announcing H-Town as his new home.

This one is for the Beyhive! Beyoncé is coming home this weekend for her RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR and its time to talk travel.

Rebuilding ceremony to take place at the Knowles-Rowland House after 2021 fire

Three KPRC 2 Insiders won tickets to see Queen Bey this weekend, and KPRC 2 surprised them with the good news as part of our “Beyoncé Ticket Extravaganza!”

Thousands of people from across the country are expected to visit Houston this weekend for the Beyonce concert.

The hotel is offering two public yoga classes highlighting Queen Bey with an amazing, 360-degree view of the city!

If you’re going to experience Beyoncé's Renaissance tour this weekend, you more than likely have your silver and metallic fashions ready!

We're celebrating Beyonce's return to Houston with three drinks inspired by her Renaissance World Tour that will leave you 'Crazy in Love.'

H-TOWN! YOU READY?

The Beyhive is buzzing!

The Countdown is on until the one and only Queen hits the stage in Houston, and we MUST be prepared!

Actress Sarah Francis Jones, best known for her role in 2007′s “Hairspray” went into labor during Beyoncé’s birthday concert in Los Angeles on Labor Day.

Beyoncé shined the brightest in a city full of Hollywood stars during the second night of her epic Renaissance Tour show on Saturday night.

Shakira will receive the Video Vanguard Award at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards next month.

Virgo season is upon us and Houston’s favorite Virgo, Beyoncé, who turns 42 on Sept. 4, has shared her birthday wish for fans who plan to attend her upcoming dates on her Renaissance World Tour.

Beyoncé ensured her fans were able to get home safe after attendees of her Aug. 6 show in Washington, D.C.’s FedEx Field were forced to shelter in place due to heavy rain and lightning.

The fatal stabbing of a gay man after a confrontation between a group of friends who were dancing to a Beyoncé song and a group of young men who apparently took offense has outraged New York City’s LGBTQ community and spurred Beyoncé herself to post a tribute.

Queen Bey, as she’s known to her legions of fans, is now credited with increasing inflation in the Scandinavian country.

Tens of thousands of fans have descended upon the Swedish capital of Stockholm to celebrate the opening show of Beyoncé’s new world tour.

The Houston legend came through swingin’ the first night of her Renaissance World Tour overseas.Mrs. Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is locked and loaded as she begins her highly anticipated cross-country tour.

When Beyoncé announced that tickets would soon be available for the Renaissance World Tour, many members of the “Beyhive” braced themselves for chaos.

Harry Styles has won four prizes including album of the year at the U.K.’s leading music awards, the Brits.

Tickets for the first concert of Beyoncé’s upcoming “Renaissance” world tour have sold out.

The 65th Grammys were back in full swing Sunday.

Bow down.

Can you believe the Grammys are almost here?

Could Beyoncé make Grammy history this year.

The Grammys will pay homage to lives of Loretta Lynn, Migos rapper Takeoff and Christine McVie with star-studded performances during Sunday's show.

The rumors are true, Beyoncé is touring again.

Get those wallets ready, Beyhive!

Trevor Noah says he feels more comfortable hosting the Grammy Awards for a third-straight year, but the former “The Daily Show” host still has some nervousness about leading the ceremony with big-time acts like Beyoncé, Adele and Harry Styles looking on.

Unemployment didn’t last long for Trevor Noah.

Beyoncé has been crowned the most Grammy-nominated person in history — tying her husband and rapper Jay-Z with 88 nominations apiece.

She has been featured in "New York Magazine”, “In Style," "Nylon," and “Forbes” Magazine.

Reports of Beyoncé's newest album being leaked have left fans at the “Beyhive” quite disturbed.

Houston’s own Beyoncé became the latest artist to join TikTok this week, and she’s bringing her music along.

Monday on Houston Life, Dr. Mathew Knowles joins us live in studio. Knowles is best known for being Dad to Beyoncé, Solange Knowles and the manager of Destiny’s Child. He’s also the head of Music World Films & TV, an author and college professor. Knowles joins us live in studio to talk about his next big projects Monday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.