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Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80
Country music icon and global philanthropist Dolly Parton has died in Nashville at the age of 80 following a brief battle with cancer.
A tribute to Dolly Parton: The voice that bridged worlds and touched hearts forever
Country music icon, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a globally cherished legacy and a special bond with South Africa.
eSwatini’s country music cousins hit the screens in New York
The award-winning country music pair are the subject of a new documentary by filmmaker Jesse Rudoy, which premiered at the New York film festival
‘Old Town Road’ highlights black cowboy culture
Pairing banjo twangs with thumping bass, the country trap tune by unknown artist-turned-industry maverick Lil Nas X appears set to soundtrack summer
The Boss battled the old SA
First it was a hit single and LP. Now it’s the title of Bruce Springsteen’s autobiography. ‘Born to Run’ shows The Boss’s life’s work hasn’t ended.
Norah Jones, Billie Joe’s new take on The Everly Brothers
Greenday’s Billie Joe Armstrong and singer Norah Jones have produced "Foreverly", a retake of the beloved Everly Brothers’ enduring country classics.
LL Cool J and Paisley ‘Accidental Racist’ song stirs up controversy
A song about racial perception has drawn the ire of both the country and urban music worlds after its wide release.
Feelin’ nearly faded as my jeans
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Shaun de Waal reviews <em>Crazy Heart</em>, a rollicking tale about a down-and-out country singer.