VIRGINIA GETS SOME love on Beyoncé's latest album, "Cowboy Carter," thanks to artists with local ties,_ Axios' Mimi Montgomery reports._ WHY IT MATTERS: It's like we

Virginians and Beyoncé are one. THE BIG PICTURE: "Cowboy Carter," released last week, is Beyoncé's tribute to the country genre's Black roots. ZOOM IN: Shaboozey, a

country-rap performer from Fairfax, appears on the songs "Sweet Honey Buckiin" and "Spaghetti." BONUS CONNECTION: Celebrated Virginia Beach son Pharrell Williams is

credited as a producer on the album. He also co-wrote and performs on "Sweet Honey Buckiin."