Following on from from breaking news release of her new self-titled fifth studio album, Beyonce has unveiled a ‘behind-the-scenes’ making-of of the new record.

Facebook exclusively premieres the first part of Self-Titled, a mini documentary feature that gives a glimpse into the entire project. It details her mind-set and artistic vision throughout the making of BEYONCÉ. By embracing an ever-evolving digital landscape, she creates an innovative, fully immersive, multiplatform experience for the first visual album of her career, completely changing the way her fans will consume music.

Not one to stand on past achievements, this is an artist who thrives on evolving, challenging herself and raising the bar. This creative process gave Beyoncé power over her music and provided an opportunity to control how the music is heard. She is not playing by the rules and breaking what is expected, preferring to put music out as an entire body of work.

The unveiling of the new album comes mere days after Beyonce announced her intention to tour the UK again in the early part of next year. Check the full dates below; tickets will be available on Monday (16th) December, direct from Ticketmaster UK. Click here for more info, and check the full dates below:

20th February 2014 – SSE Hydro Arena, Glasgow
23rd February 2014 – LG Arena, Birmingham
25th February 2014 – Phones 4 U Arena, Manchester
28th February 2014 – London’s O2 Arena
1st March 2014 – London’s O2 Arena
2nd March 2014 – London’s O2 Arena
4th March 2014 – London’s O2 Arena
8th March 2014 – Dublin, The O2
Monday, March 9 – Dublin, The O2
Wednesday, March 11 – Dublin, The O2

Watch the full visual below and hit the iTunes link to buy Beyonce’s new album, now: