When Beyoncé Knowles-Carter appeared at the Grammy telecast in a white Stetson, my heart raced. The fashion-setter, cultural force, activist, archivist and powerhouse entertainer has proven herself to be potently intentional, as well as willing to school the world on realities that need squaring up while creating impossibly powerful, often joyful music in the process.
Holly Gleason is a Nashville Editor and writer for various publications including Pollstar, HITS Magazine, and VINEYARD GAZETTE, LLC. With a focus on country music and the music industry, Holly's articles explore the careers of iconic artists, the evolution of the genre, and the impact of musicians on the global stage. Her work has also been featured in Paste Magazine and Variety.