Breaking News: Beyoncé Confirms New Album Release
Teaser Ad during the Super Bowl
The teases throughout Beyoncé’s 90-second Verizon ad during the Super Bowl were enough to send her fans, known as the BeyHive, swarming for clues on her next release.
Confirmation on Social Media
Shortly after the unexpected commercial aired, the music superstar herself confirmed fans’ suspicions on her social media channels. In a teaser video, Beyoncé announced that her next album, temporarily labeled “Act II,” is set to be released on March 29.
Speculations and Online Buzz
Online buzz about a potential announcement from the artist had been circulating prior to the Super Bowl. Speculations about new music had been growing for months, dating back to the release of her previous album, titled “Renaissance,” which she had referred to as “Act I.”
A Mysterious Clue
The minute-long teaser video showed Beyoncé driving in a yellow taxi with a license plate that read “Texas Hold ’Em.” This clue sparked questions among fans, questioning whether it was a reference to her hometown of Houston or a hint at something even bigger—a country album, which would be a significant departure for the Grammy Award-winning singer.
New Songs Debuted
Within the next half-hour of her announcement, Beyoncé surprised fans yet again. She debuted two new songs, both infused with country flavors, titled “Texas Hold ’Em” and “16 Carriages.” The superstar also shared two photos of herself donning black cowboy hats, further igniting curiosity and excitement.
Following the reveal, fans eagerly attempted to find the new songs on Beyoncé’s website. However, they were met with an error message, leading them to flood her social media accounts with comments, desperately seeking ways to access the new releases.
A Powerful Network
In her Verizon ad earlier in the night, Beyoncé hinted at the fan frenzy that was about to ensue. Responding to an actor’s comment that the network is “crazy powerful,” Beyoncé confidently replied, “Bet I can,” with a chuckle.
