Prior to 1977, Dolly Parton’s highest pop placement was “Jolene” at No. 60. With New Harvest…First Gathering, however, the “Queen of Country Music” was aiming squarely at the pop charts. Parton meant ...
But, well, what would you expect from Dolly Parton’s 47 th studio album, and first Christmas record in 30 years, released at the age of 74 having truly achieved Global Treasure status? A Holly Dolly ...
As ever, Parton’s voice of silver rain – all perfect pitch and (in contrast to her celebrated image) understatement – is instantly beguiling. Hers is the most natural of talents, her straight-from-the ...