In 1971, Led Zeppelin released “Stairway to Heaven,” an eight-minute epic that became one of the defining songs of rock radio. Decades later, in the hills of Tennessee, Dolly Parton chose to reinterpret it—not cautiously, but confidently. She didn’t treat the song as something too sacred to touch. Instead, she reshaped it. Swapping electric mystique … Read more
Something extraordinary happened last night—something that went far beyond music. As the lights dimmed and the energy in the venue softened, Ella Langley stepped forward without her guitar. Instead of beginning another song, she chose vulnerability. What followed was a spoken-word piece set against delicate piano and subtle strings, written especially for that evening. It … Read more
When Dolly Parton speaks, the music industry pays attention. But when she talks about faith, love, and human dignity, the resonance extends far beyond Nashville. In a candid and widely circulated statement, she addressed those who invoke religion to justify discrimination against LGBTQ+ people, saying in essence that true faith cannot coexist with judgment or … Read more
Dolly Parton is known to the world for warmth, wit, and glittering charm. But beneath the rhinestones lies something quieter and far more powerful: discipline. It’s that steady discipline that has fueled one of the longest-lasting careers—and business empires—in American entertainment. For decades, she has openly shared that she begins her day around 3 a.m.Not … Read more
Ella Langley is stepping into the fashion world, teaming up with American Eagle for the brand’s Spring 2026 campaign. The “Choosin’ Texas” hitmaker handpicked standout pieces from the latest collection, blending her country roots with modern style. American Eagle teased the collaboration with a cinematic clip of the Alabama native dancing inside a rustic barn, … Read more
Dylan Marlowe has a milestone year ahead. The country singer-songwriter is preparing to welcome identical twin boys, due any day now. At the same time, he’s gearing up for one of the biggest tours of his career, joining Ella Langley as support on her first-ever headlining run, The Dandelion Tour. Marlowe and Langley share deep … Read more
Everyone has had that moment of looking at someone else’s life and thinking, why can’t that be me? On her new single, Ella Langley dives into that universal feeling. In “Be Her,” she openly admits the thought most people keep to themselves, while painting a vivid picture of the woman she aspires to become. Released … Read more
For more than sixty years, Dolly Parton has embodied warmth, humor, and hard-won resilience. Her songwriting has long transformed struggle into hope and memory into melody. Yet tucked deep within her catalog is a piece so emotionally heavy that she has largely stepped away from performing it — not because it failed to connect, but … Read more
Late-night host Stephen Colbert is celebrated for his razor-sharp humor, political satire, and ability to steer conversations with poise. Yet during a memorable interview with the legendary Dolly Parton, that polished composure gave way to an unexpectedly tender moment — sparked by a simple folk song sung without accompaniment. An Unplanned, Powerful Performance The moment … Read more
When Illness Met Iron Will: Dolly Parton’s Legendary CMA Moment At the 1989 ceremony hosted by the Country Music Association, few in the audience knew how close Dolly Parton came to canceling her performance. Battling a severe flu, high fever, and inflamed vocal cords, she reportedly told people backstage that she barely had a voice … Read more