Dolly Parton, the iconic country songstress, is set to embrace her Rockstar persona dazzlingly. An exclusive “first listen event” for her upcoming rock album will be showcased in cinemas worldwide on Nov. 15.
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The Global First Listen Event”, this occasion will grant her admirers an early listening experience of select tracks from her album, “Rockstar”, before its grand release on Nov. 17. To make the event even more memorable, fans will be treated to an intimate conversation with Parton, a peek behind the curtain of the album’s creation, a heartwarming rendition of the festive song “Circle of Love”, and a cherished performance of her timeless hit, “9 to 5”. Reflecting her excitement, Parton expressed, “The anticipation of sharing my Rockstar album first with my global fan base is thrilling. This album holds a special place in my heart, and the collaboration with some phenomenal artists has been an incredible journey. I’m eager for everyone to embark on this musical adventure with me.”
For those eager to be a part of this monumental event, ticket details and theater participation can be gleaned from the film’s official website. Notably, there are encore presentations slated for Nov. 16 in select theaters.
“Rockstar” isn’t just another feather in Parton’s cap – it’s her 49th solo masterpiece. It’s where country meets rock, blending 21 iconic covers with nine fresh originals. Parton pays tribute by partnering with some original maestros like Elton John for “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me”, Debbie Harry on “Heart of Glass”, and even weaving magic with Sting for “Every Breath You Take”. A highlight for Beatles aficionados will be her collaboration with Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr on the evergreen “Let It Be”, also featuring the likes of Peter Frampton and Mick Fleetwood. Other stellar collaborations feature the likes of Stevie Nicks, Miley Cyrus, Chris Stapleton, P! nk, Brandi Carlile, Lizzo, Simon Le Bon, Emmylou Harris, Sheryl Crow, Michael McDonald, and John Fogerty.
Prior to the album’s release, Parton had generously given her fans a taste of what’s to come. Noteworthy are her renditions of “Let It Be”, “Wrecking Ball” alongside Cyrus, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” in collaboration with Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, and “What’s Up?” where she pairs with 4 Non-Blondes’ Linda Perry. Her unique rock originals, such as “World on Fire” and “Bygones”, deserve special mention, particularly with the likes of Rob Halford from Judas Priest and Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx amplifying their magic.
