Review
Well, let me tell you, Dolly Parton's 'Jolene' is a real humdinger of an album. Released back in '74, it marked a turning point for our beloved Dolly as she spread her wings and flew solo after her time with Porter Wagoner. The title track, 'Jolene,' is a real heartstring-puller, painting a picture of a woman pleading with a beautiful temptress not to steal her man. It's the kind of song that sticks with you, and it's no wonder it shot up to number one on the country charts.
Now, you can't talk about this album without mentioning 'I Will Always Love You.' Dolly penned this beauty as a farewell to Porter Wagoner, and boy, did it make an impact. It's become one of those songs that's larger than life, covered by countless artists over the years. The whole album's got that warm, classic country sound, with Bob Ferguson at the helm and a crew of top-notch musicians backing up Dolly's crystal-clear vocals.
This album's got staying power, I'll tell you that. It's been re-released and re-recorded over the years, proving that good music never goes out of style. 'Jolene' climbed its way to number 6 on the country charts and even snagged a Grammy nomination. It's a real testament to Dolly's talent as a songwriter and performer, weaving stories of love and heartache that folks still connect with today. This album's like a fine wine - it just gets better with age. - Rex
