Dolly Parton, the iconic country music legend, has released her rendition of Tom Petty’s classic hit ‘Southern Accents’ as part of the upcoming album ‘Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty.’ This reimagined version, accompanied by a poignant video directed by Trey Fanjoy, pays homage to Petty’s enduring legacy and musical influence.
Reflecting on her friendship with Petty, Parton expressed her gratitude for being a part of this special project, stating, “He’s such an iconic artist and important songwriter.” Parton’s intimate interpretation of ‘Southern Accents’ breathes new life into the beloved song, offering listeners a heartfelt tribute to Petty’s remarkable talent.
The release of ‘Southern Accents’ precedes the highly anticipated album ‘Petty Country,’ curated by some of Petty’s closest friends and collaborators. Executive produced by George Drakoulias, the album features a stellar line up of country music stars, each putting their own personal touch on Petty’s greatest hits.
From Chris Stapleton’s rendition of ‘I Should Have Known It’ to Thomas Rhett’s take on ‘Wildflowers,’ the album promises to be a compelling celebration of Petty’s enduring influence on country music. Other highlights include Dierks Bentley’s interpretation of ‘American Girl’ and Lady A’s rendition of ‘Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around.’
Tom Petty’s deep roots in country music and his enduring collaborations with artists like Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and George Strait have left an indelible mark on the genre. Despite his passing in 2017, Petty’s music continues to resonate with fans worldwide, bridging the gap between rock and country and inspiring generations of musicians.
PETTY COUNTRY—TRACK LIST “
I Should Have Known It by Chris Stapleton
Wildflowers by Thomas Rhett
Runnin’ Down A Dream by Luke Combs
Southern Accents by Dolly Parton
Here Comes My Girl by Justin Moore
American Girl by Dierks Bentley
Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around by Lady A
I Forgive It All by Jamey Johnson
I Won’t Back Down by Brothers Osbourne
Refugee by Wynonna Judd & Lainey Wilson
Angel Dream No.2 by Willie Nelson & Lukas Nelson
Learning To Fly by Eli Young Band
Breakdown by Ryan Hurd feat. Carly Pearce
Yer So Bad by Steve Earle
Ways To Be Wicked by Margo Price feat. Mike Campbell
Mary Jane’s Last Dance by Midland
Free Fallin’ by The Cadillac Three feat. Breland
I Need To Know by Marty Stuart And His The Fabulous Superlatives
Don’t Come Around Here No More by Rhiannon Giddens feat. Silkraod Ensemble and Benmont Tench
You Wreck Me (Live) by George Strait
‘Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty’ is set to be released on June 21 via Big Machine Records in partnership with the Tom Petty Estate. Fans can pre-order the album now to experience a unique tribute to one of music’s greatest iconsDolly .
