Beyonce reportedly vetted producers before working on her upcoming album “Renaissance” after previously being tied to producer Detail, who was arrested back in 2020 on 15 counts of sexual assault. Detail and Beyonce worked together on her 2013 hit single “Drunk In Love,” before a heap of allegations came forward claiming he had raped and abused two artists and assaulted four other women between 2010 to 2018.
At the time, fellow artists such as Jessie Reyez, Bebe Rexha, and Tinashe showed their support for the female accusers, with Tinashe writing she was glad Detail was “being exposed for the f***ing creep that he is.” And now, according to The Sun, Beyonce apparently wasn’t willing to take any risks with her upcoming project, particularly as “Renaissance” is said to be a record all about empowering women. She made sure to screen all producers and rejected any songs that came from those who’ve been accused of sexual assault or harassment, an insider gushed.
Beyoncé has been screening producers, and rejected songs by artists for her upcoming album ‘Renaissance’ if they have faced accusations of sexual abuse or harassment. https://t.co/BcBC8zLi6O pic.twitter.com/lL6jwnPJzw
— Beyoncé Hub (@theyoncehub) July 6, 2022
Sources tell the publication that the “Formation” singer was “devastated” upon hearing about claims made about Detail. “She stopped working with him and her team now run #MeToo checks on any potential collaborators,” the insider continued. “Two songs from high-profile artists have been rejected because of allegations they are facing. Although neither has been found guilty, she’s sending a clear message to the industry in the wake of troubling cases from people like R Kelly and Harvey Weinstein.”
The source continued by saying that people were apparently rubbed the wrong way about the idea, but the mother of three didn’t care because she did not want to be associated with people with such shady pasts. Given that Bey is also a “leader” in her business, she wants to set an example that no abuse should be tolerated of any kind. “This is why her new record is about empowering women,” they concluded.
Ahead of the release of “Renaissance,” Beyonce surprised her fans when she took to her social media last week to share their album cover, which sees her mounting a horse wearing nothing but silver jewelry. It’s assumed that Bey could be releasing two records, seeing that “Renaissance” is being dubbed “Act I,” which will be available on streaming platforms on July 29.
Speaking about the creation of her new music, Beyonce said, “It allowed me to feel free and adventurous in a time when little else was moving. My intention was to create a safe place, a place without judgment. A place to be free of perfectionism and overthinking.”
“A place to scream, release, feel freedom. It was a beautiful journey of exploration. I hope you find joy in this music. I hope it inspires you to release the wiggle. Ha! And to feel as unique, strong, and sexy as you are.’