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54 Years Ago Today, Dolly Parton Released This “Superlative” Ode to Her Favorite Songwriter
Drake Magazine Music Desk · October 2, 2026 · Source: American Songwriter
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“CIRCA 1972: Country singer Dolly Parton poses for a portrait in circa 1972. (Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) Dolly Parton honored her mentor and "favorite songwriter" Porter Wagoner on her 10th solo studio album, released October 2, 1972. The post 54 Years Ago Today, Dolly Parton Released This “Superlative”As reported by American Songwriter
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