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The Complete Trio Collection

Dolly Parton · 2016

146 min · 41 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music

A rich tapestry of harmonies weaving through heartfelt storytelling rooted in bluegrass and country traditions.

Why listen to this

Best for
heartfelt storytelling throughout tracks wave-like pacing with emotional peaks for reflective listening moments
Context
Released in 2016, 'The Complete Trio Collection' encapsulates Dolly Parton's collaborations with Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris, solidifying her legacy as a genre-defining artist. This album followed the trio's earlier acclaimed projects from the late '80s, showcasing not only their iconic vocal harmonies but also previously unreleased tracks that highlight their enduring partnership.
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folk, gospel, bluegrass music

The Complete Trio Collection is an album by Dolly Parton, released in 2016. A rich tapestry of harmonies weaving through heartfelt storytelling rooted in bluegrass and country traditions. This collection celebrates the influential collaboration between Parton, Ronstadt, and Harris, which was pivotal in popularizing female harmonies in country music. It received critical acclaim and introduced previously unreleased material to fans, further cementing the trio's cultural significance in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Complete Trio Collection sound like?

A rich tapestry of harmonies weaving through heartfelt storytelling rooted in bluegrass and country traditions. Rooted in folk and gospel.

What makes The Complete Trio Collection by Dolly Parton notable?

This collection celebrates the influential collaboration between Parton, Ronstadt, and Harris, which was pivotal in popularizing female harmonies in country music. It received critical acclaim and introduced previously unreleased material to fans, further cementing the trio's cultural significance in the genre. Released in 2016, 'The Complete Trio Collection' encapsulates Dolly Parton's collaborations with Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris, solidifying her legacy as a genre-defining artist. This album followed the trio's earlier acclaimed projects from the late '80s, showcasing not only their iconic vocal harmonies but also previously unreleased tracks that highlight their enduring partnership.

Who is The Complete Trio Collection for?

The Complete Trio Collection works well if you're into heartfelt storytelling throughout tracks, wave-like pacing with emotional peaks and for reflective listening moments.

How many songs are on The Complete Trio Collection?

The Complete Trio Collection has 41 tracks, running approximately 146 minutes.

Tracklist

41 tracks·146:47

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Pain of Loving You 2:34
  • 2 Making Plans Standout 3:39
  • 3 To Know Him Is to Love Him Standout 3:47
  • 4 Hobo’s Meditation 3:19
  • 5 Wildflowers Standout 3:37
  • 6 Telling Me Lies 4:25
  • 7 My Dear Companion 2:57
  • 8 Those Memories of You 4:01
  • 9 I’ve Had Enough 3:33
  • 10 Rosewood Casket 3:02
  • 11 Farther Along 4:10

Disc 2

  • 1 Lover’s Return 4:00
  • 2 High Sierra 4:22
  • 3 Do I Ever Cross Your Mind 3:17
  • 4 After the Gold Rush 3:32
  • 5 The Blue Train 4:59
  • 6 I Feel the Blues Movin’ In 4:31
  • 7 You’ll Never Be the Sun 4:44
  • 8 He Rode All the Way to Texas 3:08
  • 9 Feels Like Home 4:50
  • 10 When We’re Gone, Long Gone 4:00

Disc 3

  • 1 Wildflowers (alternate take 1986) 3:28
  • 2 Waltz Across Texas Tonight (unreleased 1994) 3:51
  • 3 Lover’s Return (alternate mix) 4:01
  • 4 Softly and Tenderly (unreleased 1994) 5:23
  • 5 Pleasant as May (unreleased 1986) 2:36
  • 6 My Dear Companion (alternate take 1986) 2:58
  • 7 My Blue Tears (unreleased 1998) 2:43
  • 8 Making Plans (alternate take 1986) 3:38
  • 9 I’ve Had Enough (alternate mix 1986) 3:33
  • 10 Grey Funnel Line (unreleased 1986) 2:09
  • 11 You Don’t Knock (unreleased 1986) 3:26
  • 12 Where Will the Words Come From (unreleased 1985) 2:53
  • 13 Do I Ever Cross Your Mind (Dolly Lead – alternate take 1994) 3:33
  • 14 Are You Tired of Me (unreleased 1986) 2:35
  • 15 Even Cowgirls Get the Blues 3:52
  • 16 Mr. Sandman 2:20
  • 17 Handful of Dust (unreleased 1993) 3:00
  • 18 Calling My Children Home (unreleased a cappella version 1986) 3:11
  • 19 In a Deep Sleep (unreleased 1986) 3:03
  • 20 Farther Along (alternate mix 1986) 4:07

Release Date

September 9, 2016

Genre

bluegrass music

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

146 min 47 sec