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Miley Cyrus Sings "Jolene"

Georgia — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:30:14 +0000

“Jolene” is, evidently, one of Miley Cyrus’s favorite songs. It’s certainly one of my favorites. Nobody can do it the way Dolly Parton did back in the day, but I actually think Miley does a good job. She filmed this before she went nuts and shaved off all her pretty hair! Watch the full video [...]

Cat Country Poll: What Country Couple Do You Want to Live Next-Door?

Joe Kelly — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 10:02:30 +0000

2013 will bring new opportunities for all of us. Who knows – you may get some new neighbors! What if a famous country music couple moved in next to you. Who would you prefer it be? Tim and Faith are married – as are Blake and Miranda. Brantley Gilbert and Jana Kramer have reportedly just [...]

Dolly Parton to Appear on 'The Bachelorette' Next Week

Megan Pacella — Fri, 25 May 2012 15:00:59 +0000

Country music stars are taking ‘The Bachelorette’ by storm! On this week’s episode of the show, Dolly Parton lends her theme park, Dollywood, to the bachelorette and her date. The country star even makes an appearance in the episode, which will also include Luke Bryan.

Dolly Parton Reflects on the Passing of 'Wonderful Singer' Donna Summer

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:30:00 +0000

With all the outpouring of love and mourning over the death of Donna Summer, no country artist has expressed the true loss of such an iconic artist as eloquently as Dolly Parton. The ‘I Will Always Love You’ singer issued an official statement about the death of her fellow singer and songwriter on Thursday.

Playing With Dolly Parton's Hits

Joe Kelly — Mon, 07 May 2012 11:28:57 +0000

On the Cat Country 107.3 morning show today, I played an old comedy song by Bobby Braddock. The phones rang off the hook, people wanting to know how they could get their hands on “Dolly Parton’s Hits.” So, thanks to YouTube, here it is…. p;

Dolly Parton Sought After in New 'Hollywood to Dollywood' Documentary

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:30:21 +0000

Dolly Parton is the muse in a new documentary that’s set to debut at the 2012 Nashville Film Festival, which runs the week of April 19-26. Though the appropriately titled ‘Hollywood to Dollywood’ might sound like a documentary about the Queen of Country Music herself, it actually chronicles the adventures of two identical twin brothers, Gary and Larry Lane, who are hoping to get Parton to star in their screenplay ‘Full Circle.’

Alison Krauss Reworks 'The Simpsons' Theme Song

Georgia — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:22:32 +0000

Alison Krauss and Union Station are Grammy darlings, but last night they let loose a little bit with a re-working of the theme song for the 500th episode of ‘The Simpsons.’ Listen to the remastered version here. The Emmy winning ‘The Simpsons’ show has been on TV for 23 seasons. That’s quite an accomplishment. Alison [...]

Cat Classics Flashback: "I Will Always Love You" by Dolly Parton [VIDEO]

Chris Coleman — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:50:13 +0000

A song that’s been in the news a lot recently, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy one of the greatest country love songs ever recorded.

Dolly Parton Brought to Tears by Whitney Houston's Death

Brittany Joy Cooper — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:00:40 +0000

In a new statement made Monday (Feb. 13), Dolly Parton emphasized once again just how deeply saddened she is by the tragic and sudden death of pop superstar Whitney Houston, who died Saturday in a Beverly Hills hotel room. Parton seems to have felt a special connection with the soaring songstress, especially since they shared the hit ‘I Will Always Love You,’ a song Parton wrote and performed in 1974. Houston then brought the git to girls across the globe, who sang it into their hairbrushes after 1992, trying to mimic the astounding runs and unbelievable high notes of the talent.

Dolly Parton Mourns Whitney Houston's Death: 'Whitney, I Will Always Love You'

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 16:09:54 +0000

Dolly Parton and the late Whitney Houston are forever connected through one very specific hit ballad. Houston’s version of ‘I Will Always Love You’ — which Parton wrote and first released in 1974 — was a massive hit for Houston in 1992 as part of ‘The Bodyguard’ soundtrack.

Cat Classics Flashback: "Jolene" by Dolly Parton [VIDEO]

Chris Coleman — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:25:07 +0000

38 years ago this week, Dolly Parton was the proud owner of the #1 country song in the nation — “Jolene.” This was her second number one country song; the first being “Joshua” back in 1970. “Jolene” would become a springboard to a string of hit songs that included, “I Will Always Love You,” “Love [...]

Dolly Parton to Help Launch New Water, Snow Park in Nashville

Brittany Joy Cooper — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:01:44 +0000

Two of Nashville’s biggest entertainment moguls announced last week that they will be partnering for a new 114-acre family entertainment zone in Nashville. Dolly Parton‘s Dollywood Company is embarking on this new project with Gaylord Entertainment, the company that owns the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, as well as the Ryman Auditorium, Wildhorse Saloon, WSM-AM and more of Nashville’s main attractions.

Cat Classics Flashback: Happy Birthday, Dolly Parton! [VIDEO]

Chris Coleman — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:15:26 +0000

Dolly Parton is celebrating her 66th birthday today. The Queen of Country Music turns 66 today and what better way to celebrate than with a video of one of her most successful songs. The movie “9 To 5″ was released back in 1980 and is still one of the 20th highest-grossing comedy films of all [...]