The rousing Dolly Parton tribute during last night’s 61 st Annual Grammy Awards wasn’t just about the familiar hits like “Jolene” and “9 to 5.” With some help from Miley Cyrus and Kacey Musgraves, the Queen of Country also debuted a brand-new song.
The brother of country legend, Dolly Parton, passed away last week. Floyd Estel Parton died Thursday, Dec. 6 at 61 years old. Called Parton 'a renaissance man' with many talents, including songwriting. Two of his most famous songs were Rockin’ Years, recorded by Dolly Parton and Ricky Van Shelton and Nickels and Dimes, recorded by Dolly Parton and later by George Burns. Floyd is survived by his siblings and their spouses, Willadeene Parton, David and Kay Parton, Denver and Carolyn Parton, Dolly and Carl Dean, Bobby and Angie Parton, Stella Parton, Cassie and Greg Griffith, Randy and Deb Parton, Freida Parton, Rachel and Eric George; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
The family held a private service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to Dolly's My People Senior Activity Center in Sevierville.
My People Senior Activity Center 1220 W. Main Street Sevierville, TN 37862 Online condolences may be left at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com.
Country music's most-honored female performer of all-time, is about to add a very prestigious achievement to her list: 2019 Person Of The Year. Recording Academy and MusiCares President/CEO Neil Portnow announced today that Parton will be the honoree at 29th annual benefit gala. Proceeds from the event will provide essential support for MusiCares, a charity founded by the Recording Academy that ensures music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical, and personal need.
The tribute will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Feb. 8, 2019, two nights prior to the. 'Dolly Parton has always been and continues to be a courageous trailblazer and indomitable inspiration for creators and artists—so for us to have the opportunity to honor her at our annual MusiCares Person of the Year gala is to pay tribute to a true pillar of strength and someone who we all look up to and cherish,' said Portnow. ' Dolly also knows the power of philanthropy and she has used her stardom to contribute to a wide range of causes from natural disasters to education and literacy programs.' 'I am so excited and humbled to be honored as MusiCares Person of the Year,' said Parton. 'It's even more special knowing the gala benefits music people in need. I can't wait to hear all of the great artists singing my music.' We're thrilled to announce that eight-time GRAMMY winner will be honored as our 2019 MusiCares Person of the Year on Feb.
— MusiCares (@MusiCares) Parton was recognized by the Recording Academy in 2011 with the. With this latest honor, the country music icon earns the distinction of becoming the first artist from the Nashville music community to be honored at the annual GRAMMY Week gala benefiting music people in need. 'I couldn't think of anyone more deserving to be the first MusiCares Person of the Year representing the Nashville music community,' says Parton's manager, Danny Nozell, CEO, CTK Management. 'It's been a privilege to witness her generous heart firsthand for the last 14 years.' The MusiCares Person Of The Year tribute ceremony is one of the most prestigious events held during GRAMMY Week and includes a reception and silent auction offering an exclusive selection of one-of-a-kind items for bidding guests followed by a dinner and tribute concert featuring renowned musicians and other artists paying tribute to Parton's music and legacy. Parton joins a prestigious list of recent MusiCares Person Of The Year honorees including,. And last year's honorees,. Vince Gill , Don Henley, and have been added as performers paying tribute to at Person of the Year on February 8!
For ticket info contact: [email protected] — MusiCares (@MusiCares) Brooks, Yearwood, Cyrus and Perry are the latest additions to an already stacked lineup of previously announced artists who will be performing songs from Parton's impressive musical catalog. Previously announced performers include GRAMMY winners, and, GRAMMY nominees, and and multi-platinum singer/songwriter. To the delight of fans and artists alike, the honoree will be closing out the program with a special performance as well, with GRAMMY-nominated musician serving as the musical director for the evening. Parton is being recognized as the, marking the first member of the Nashville music community to receive the honor. She was chosen for her unparalleled contributions to country music and a multitude of charitable causes, including the children's literacy organization she started in 1995, with which she has donated over to kids around the world. 'Dolly Parton has always been and continues to be a courageous trailblazer and indomitable inspiration for creators and artists—so for us to have the opportunity to honor her at our annual MusiCares Person of the Year gala is to pay tribute to a true pillar of strength and someone who we all look up to and cherish,' Recording Academy President and CEO Neil Portnow said.
'Dolly also knows the power of philanthropy and she has used her stardom to contribute to a wide range of causes from natural disasters to education and literacy programs.' MusiCares provides a vital safety net of health and human services programs, and the proceeds from MusiCares annual Person of the Year gala go directly to the charitable organization to continue their much-needed work, which includes helping music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need. The 29th annual gala will open with a reception and silent auction sponsored by Delta Airlines offering an exclusive and unparalleled selection of luxury items, VIP experiences and one-of-a-kind celebrity memorabilia for bidding guests followed by a gala dinner sponsored by AEG complete with a live auction, the tribute concert and the award presentation. For ticket and table information, please contact. As the excitement continues to build for the in February, the Recording Academy is hard at work preparing another stellar lineup of events for GRAMMY Week. The latest announcement sees several more all-star performers added to the already star-studded lineup for the 2019 Person of the Year event honoring GRAMMY-winning country icon.
29 MusiCares announced GRAMMY winners, and, along with GRAMMY nominee will be joining the tribute concert to honor Parton's astonishing musical legacy.:, and will be performing in honor of at Person of the Year February 8! — Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) Gill, Henley, Musgraves, Nelson, Staples and Perry will join the lineup of previously announced artists in performing songs from Parton's impressive musical catalog; they are GRAMMY winners, and, GRAMMY nominees and, and singer/songwriter, with even more artists to be announced leading up to the exciting event. The honoree will be closing out the program with a special performance as well, with GRAMMY-nominated musician serving as the musical director for the evening. More GRAMMY Week: Dolly was announced as the back in September, chosen for her unparalleled contributions to country music and a multitude of charitable causes, including the children's literacy organization she started in 1995, with which she has donated over to kids around the world. 'Dolly Parton has always been and continues to be a courageous trailblazer and indomitable inspiration for creators and artists—so for us to have the opportunity to honor her at our annual MusiCares Person of the Year gala is to pay tribute to a true pillar of strength and someone who we all look up to and cherish,' Recording Academy President and CEO Neil Portnow said. 'Dolly also knows the power of philanthropy and she has used her stardom to contribute to a wide range of causes from natural disasters to education and literacy programs.' The proceeds from MusiCares annual Person of the Year gala, which will mark its 29th year in February, go directly to the charitable organization to continue their much-needed work helping music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need.
Their work helps musicians in need receive access to health programs, including addiction recovery support, emergency financial assistance, educational workshops and more. During the last fiscal year, MusiCares provided more than $6.5 million dollars to approximately 8,600 members of the music industry—the largest number of clients served and dollars distributed in a year by the organization. The annual event not only celebrates outstanding musicians like Parton, but allows the charity to continue its work to help keep the music community healthy and thriving. For ticket and table information, please contact. Mar 28, 2018 – 4:27 pm Dave Navarro's Powerful Message Of Hope According to a from Turn The Tide Rx, 'Opioids are drugs that work by reducing the intensity of pain signals that reach your brain. These drugs can be helpful for a short time but they have serious risks.
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With its mission to provide health and human services to those working in the music community, MusiCares has a long track record of providing and resources to promote hearing protection. Throughout the year, the organization presents at music festivals, conventions and live music events across the country. 'I really believe in what you are doing and that custom fitted ear devices are actually the future of hearing protection.' Backstage at Ultra this weekend, MusiCares set up shop to capture custom ear molds from artists and crew members to provide free hearing protection.
Dozens of people took advantage of the services, with clients expressing their gratitude and excitement. 'I really believe in what you are doing and that custom fitted ear devices are actually the future of hearing protection,' said one music pro. 'I thought the experience was seamless and easy,' said another. 'Actually, it felt refreshingly cool in the ear to get the measurement, and I can't wait to have my own custom in-ears.'
With all of the festival sets, club shows and after parties in Miami this weekend, the need for hearing protection awareness and supplies is as crucial as ever. Through partnerships such as these, MusiCares hopes to help more people create and enjoy the music for longer.