Hold your breath as Beyoncé is coming up with a new visual album for you next month. The new album titled “Black is King” will debut on Disney+ on July 31.
According to a press release from the streamer and Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment, it is composed of the music from “The Lion King: The Gift,”.
“The Lion King: The Gift, was a soundtrack to the 2019 remake of “The Lion King” produced by Beyoncé.
Some of the featured artists on “The Lion King: The Gift,” and other special guests will appear in the album. Producers have not yet mentioned who will appear as guests. Featured artists from “The Lion King: The Gift” include Childish Gambino, Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, and Tierra Whack.
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The press release mentioned that The project “reimagines the lessons of ‘The Lion King’ for today’s young kings and queens in search of their own crowns,”
Producers said, “‘Black Is King’ is an affirmation of a grand purpose, with lush visuals that celebrate Black resilience and culture,” “The film highlights the beauty of tradition and Black excellence.”
In a recent instagram post, Beyoncé has termed this visual album her ‘passion project’.