2021-founded Black Opry, promoting country artists of color, gains traction due to Beyoncé's "Act II: Cowboy Carter" album.

The Black Opry, an organization that promotes country artists of color, is gaining attention as Beyoncé's country-inspired album "Act II: Cowboy Carter" increases exposure for Black artists in the genre. Founded in 2021 as a blog, the Black Opry now attracts more Black fans and industry professionals, helping to address a previous challenge of including Black artists on stage at country music events.