Eager to get them on tape, she booked sessions at a Knoxville studio, called a few of her Nashville band members and recruited pickers who worked at her Dollywood theme park or were otherwise local. The result, Halos & Horns, is eloquent proof that one of the greatest songwriters in the history of country music continues to be an inspiration.

"These songs came straight from my gut, from my soul, from my heart," says Dolly Parton. "And I do believe that people will always accept me, as long as I'm singing something real." Dolly's album,recorded with her own touring band the Blue-Niques! Dolly shines as always with her own stellar songwriting--the result of a recent songwriting binge--such as the clever title track, the attitude-laden "I'm Gone," and the emotive "Dagger Through The Heart," which has all the makings of an instant bluegrass/country masterpiece. And of course, Dolly displays her usual creative and ambitious choice of cover material by recording her own rendition of rock anthem "Stairway To Heaven."