NPR Explores How Dolly Parton’s Music Resonated Across Africa

A feature examines why Dolly Parton’s songs about hardship and humble beginnings found a devoted audience among African musicians, who adapted her narratives to reflect their own experiences.

30 Aug, 10:00 — 30 Aug, 10:00

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From Appalachia to Africa: Why Dolly Parton was beloved across the continent

Dolly Parton's songs traveled far beyond Nashville. Across Africa, musicians embraced her stories of hardship, heartbreak and humble beginnings — and made them their own.

By Kate Bartlett

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NPR Explores How Dolly Parton’s Music Resonated Across Africa

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From Appalachia to Africa: Why Dolly Parton was beloved across the continent

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