Reba McEntire Stuns the Music World With a Wild Genre-Bending Album Featuring Cardi B, Lil Nas X, and Lizzo — and a VR Concert That’s Changing Everything.LC
In a bombshell interview that’s setting the country music world ablaze, the undisputed queen Reba McEntire has left fans and critics stunned by announcing the most audacious and downright “crazy” project of her over four-decade-long career: a groundbreaking collaboration album with rap sensation Cardi B and hotshot hip-hop stars like Lil Nas X and Lizzo, blending the soulful twang of classic country with the raw energy of modern rap in a way that’s poised to shatter every genre boundary in existence. With her signature warm yet mischievous Oklahoma drawl, the 70-year-old icon revealed that this is her boldest leap yet, sparked by heartfelt chats with Cardi about music’s power to unite, now coming to life as a revolutionary record paired with a cutting-edge virtual reality concert that’ll plunge fans into a vibrant digital universe mixing dusty ranches with urban glitz – and the juicy insider details will have you glued to every word of this wild ride.
Reba McEntire’s rise to royalty is a saga of grit and glory, starting in the small-town heart of Oklahoma where she overcame countless hurdles to become one of country’s greatest female voices, dominating with timeless hits like “Fancy,” “Consider Me Gone,” and “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia.” From her Nashville beginnings, she’s sold over 50 million albums, conquered Broadway, starred in her hit sitcom “Reba,” and now shines as a coach on “The Voice,” all while weaving tales of love, loss, and female resilience through her emotive country style that’s kept her relevant across generations. Known for embracing musical risks, Reba’s ventured into gospel and pop-tinged sounds, but this project – dubbed “insane” by the star herself – catapults her into uncharted waters, merging her powerhouse vocals with pulsing rap beats to craft a sound that’s set to captivate both her loyal country base and a hip-hop-hungry younger crowd.
Tentatively titled “Ranch to the Block,” the album’s been cooking in Reba’s private Nashville studio, featuring Cardi B – who she calls a “firestorm of energy” – alongside Lil Nas X, of “Old Town Road” fame, and Lizzo, whose larger-than-life stage presence adds extra spark. “Cardi and I got to talking about life, how music tells everyone’s story, whether you’re from the sticks or the city,” Reba shared, her eyes twinkling as she described recording sessions where fiddles and banjos collide with electronic beats and fiery rap verses. With 14 tracks, standouts include “Boots on the Beat,” tracing a journey from Oklahoma plains to New York dance floors, and “Red Dirt Rhythm,” a fierce anthem of female strength seen through both country and rap lenses. Reba even dabbled in rapping a verse herself, while coaching Cardi on country crooning, resulting in a cultural crossover that could redefine how we view both genres.
But the madness doesn’t stop at music – Reba’s going all-in with a virtual reality spectacle called “Reba’s Virtual Rodeo,” where her avatar will rock a digital stage blending her hometown ranch vibes with neon-lit cityscapes, streamed to millions worldwide via VR headsets. “I’m 70, but I’m all about trying new things – this tech lets me bring music to folks without leaving Nashville,” she said, teasing surprise guest appearances, including Blake Shelton from “The Voice,” and a drone light show orchestrated by a top tech firm. It’s a far cry from her traditional gigs at the Grand Ole Opry or Vegas residencies, and Reba sees VR as the key to reaching digital-era fans, especially post-pandemic when live shows took a hit. Set to drop next spring with backing from major streamers like Apple Music and Spotify – already hyping it with teaser playlists – this album and VR event are shaping up to be a genre-defying earthquake.
The announcement has sent shockwaves through her fanbase, from longtime devotees of “Whoever’s in New England” to younger crowds hyped by her fearless pivot, with #RebaRaps trending as fans flood Twitter with excitement and curiosity about their queen spitting bars with Cardi. “Reba’s doing the unthinkable, and I’m here for her rapping with Lizzo!” one fan gushed online. Reba insists this project proves her fearless spirit, even after a career stacked with CMA, ACM, and Kennedy Center Honors accolades. “I’ve sung everywhere, acted, done TV, but this is about smashing every limit,” she declared, leaving fans buzzing for what’s next. With an unmatched musical legacy and a knack for reinvention, this project promises to be a seismic milestone, cementing Reba McEntire as the trailblazing queen who rules every stage, real or virtual, no matter the era.
