According to Metalinjection, after much anticipation and speculation, Dolly Parton has finally made an announcement that has left her fans thrilled beyond measure. Her new album, “Rockstar,” will feature some of the biggest names in the music industry, with whom she has collaborated to bring her fans a musical masterpiece that is sure to set the charts on fire.
The list of stars who have lent their talents to this album is nothing short of impressive. Rockstar features the likes of Rob Halford, the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Judas Priest, Nikki Sixx, the bassist of the legendary rock band Mötley Crüe, and John 5, the acclaimed guitarist, to name a few. Other iconic musicians who have contributed to this album include Kid Rock, Aerosmith vocalist Steven Tyler, Sting, Ann Wilson, Howard Leese, John Fogerty, Warren Haynes, Stevie Nicks, Waddy Wachtel, Peter Frampton, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Chris Stapleton, Miley Cyrus, P!nk, Brandi Carlile, Kevin Cronin, Debbie Harry, Elton John, Melissa Etheridge, Lizzo, Sasha Flute, Emmylou Harris, Sheryl Crow, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Michael McDonald, Ronnie McDowell, The Jordanaires, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Gary Rossington, Artimus Pyle, and The Artimus Pyle Band.
The album boasts of a stunning collection of nine original tracks and 21 covers that have been reimagined with Dolly’s signature style. When asked about her experience working on the album, Dolly exclaimed, “I’m so excited to finally present my first rock and roll album, ‘Rockstar’! I am very honored and privileged to have worked with some of the greatest iconic singers and musicians of all time, and to be able to sing all the iconic songs throughout the album was a joy beyond measure.”
The tracklist of “Rockstar” is a perfect blend of classic and contemporary music, with something for everyone. It kicks off with the title track “Rockstar,” which features the iconic guitarist Richie Sambora. The album also features reworked versions of popular tracks such as “Every Breath You Take” with Sting, “Open Arms” with Steve Perry, “Magic Man” with Ann Wilson and Howard Leese, and “Either Or” with Kid Rock. It also features memorable renditions of timeless classics such as “Purple Rain,” “Heart of Glass,” “Stairway to Heaven,” and “Free Bird,” among others.
Dolly is proud of this album, and it shows in her words. “I hope everybody enjoys the album as much as I’ve enjoyed putting it together,” she says. “Rockstar” is set to release on November 17th and is expected to be one of the biggest musical events of the year. Fans of Dolly Parton, rock and roll, and music, in general, are in for a treat that they will cherish for years to come.
