Dolly Parton

During times of unimaginable loss, these country songs can soothe the soul.

The Volunteer State has produced some seriously heavy hitters in country music, and these superstars from Tennessee have done what they do best in Bangor.

Happy birthday, Dolly!

On Jan. 4, 1969, Parton was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

Parton had already been a country star for a number of years by the time she released her 16th studio album, but the crossover success of the album launched the second phase of her career, in pop music, and earned the superstar her first gold album.

On Dec. 19, 1980, Parton made her big-screen debut, appearing in the movie '9 to 5'.

By the way, did you know that Clarksville, Tennessee is often referred to as the 'Queen City' too?

Lots of A-Listers have put out dark country music, but No. 1 on this list is a deep cut you might have never heard before.

Parton's never released an album quite like 'Rockstar,' so it makes sense she's trying something brand new.

The cover will be part of Dolly Parton's upcoming album, 'Rockstar,' due out Nov. 17.