Anyone seeking a return to the sumptuous soul of the early '70s will find it on Giveon's new album 'Beloved,' which brings ...

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Why is Sabrina Carpenter’s album cover controversial? The album cover, which was revealed on the singer’s Instagram on Wednesday, shows Carpenter on all fours, grabbing a man’s leg.

The Recording Academy has tweaked some of its rules for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including carving out a stand-alone category for best album cover.

Grammys to split country album into two categories and revive album cover field Next year’s Grammy Awards will include a new country category, among other changes.

A Scottish women’s charity said Carpenter’s new album cover evokes “tired tropes” of women being “possessions,” while fans have defended her cover as satirical commentary on sexism.

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Pop star Sabrina Carpenter is stirring a debate around provocative imagery and what's appropriate for young fans with her new album cover.