Brandi Carlile & Dolly Parton: Unforgettable Collaborations Revealed!
Music fans are buzzing about two incredible artists: Brandi Carlile and Dolly Parton. Carlile recently wrapped up a three-night run at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, delivering a series of memorable performances featuring surprise guests and exciting covers.
Brandi Carlile's Red Rocks Residency: A Night to Remember
Carlile's shows at Red Rocks were packed with highlights. Longtime bandmates Phil Hanseroth (bass) and Tim Hanseroth (guitar) joined her, along with SistaStrings (Monique Ross and Chauntee Ross), drummer Matt Chamberlain, and keyboardist Taylor Mackall. The opening night featured the live debut of her new single, "Returning To Myself," the title track of her upcoming album (October 24 release). Vocalists Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig of Lucius were frequent guests, joining Carlile for "You and Me on the Rock" and a stunning cover of Alanis Morissette’s "Uninvited" each night. Allison Ponthier, who opened the shows, also made appearances during the encores.
Diverse Setlists and Special Guests
Carlile's Red Rocks concerts showcased a diverse range of music, including songs from her collaborative album with Elton John, and covers of Joni Mitchell, Radiohead, The Pretenders, and Tears For Fears. The finale even included members of Carlile's family.
Dolly Parton Teams Up with Zac Brown Band
Meanwhile, Dolly Parton is making waves with a brand-new collaboration. She's teaming up with the Zac Brown Band for a song called "Butterfly," released on September 5th with an accompanying music video. Parton, a legend with over 60 years in the music industry, has collaborated with countless iconic artists.
"Butterfly": A Song to Remember
Zac Brown described Parton's contribution to "Butterfly" as extraordinary. He shared that he sent her several songs, and she immediately connected with "Butterfly." The Zac Brown Band will release a new album, Love & Fear, on December 5th, coinciding with their premiere performance at Sphere in Las Vegas. The album also features a collaboration with Snoop Dogg on the song "Let It Run".
Fans are eagerly anticipating both Brandi Carlile's upcoming album and Dolly Parton's new duet, showcasing the enduring power and versatility of these incredible artists.