⭐ Dolly and Dollywood to open a hotel in Nashville ⭐

May 7 2024 update at the bottom!

December 7, 2023

Dolly and Dollywood are opening a hotel in Nashville.  Details are scarce at this time, but they have purchased an office building at 211 Commerce Street - it's at the corner of Commerce and 3rd Avenue South, just feet away from the hustle and bustle of Nashville's tourist district.  The unconfirmed plans are to convert this office space into a hotel.

Here is the office building that's been purchased.   Their neighbor is the ''batman'' building, also known as the AT&T Building.

This is really interesting news because it brings up to me all of the potential possibilities of how they will tie into creating trips to this new hotel, and with Dollywood, which is about 200 miles east of Nashville.

It's really too early for any of that speculation, but no doubt that is in their plans.  If you're not up to speed with all of Dolly's and Dollywood's business adventures, back in 2012 on Dolly's birthday, she and Gaylord Opryland Hotel had agreed to partner to open a Water & Snow Park on the other side of Briley Parkway, near the Opryland Hotel property.  Ultimately, those plans fell through for various reasons and at the time Dolly announced the cancelled plans, She said I will have something for Nashville soon!  So, 11 years later here we are.

Oh, and I nearly forgot Trinkets & Treasures.  Dolly opened up a gift boutique on 2nd Avenue called Trinkets & Treasures.  It opened in 2010, several weeks before the horrible floods that affected Nashville in unprecedented ways.  T&T was destroyed in the floods.  So, right now Dolly is 0-2 in Nashville business adventures, but let's focus on the positive.

According to this article from American Songwriter, 

The office building was bought up by Parton and The Dollywood Co. for a whopping $75 million. The enterprise is an effort by the “I Will Always Love You” singer to invest in the future of Nashville–a cause near and dear to her heart.

I'll keep an eye on this and report back when I hear updates.  Watch this space. 

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May 7, 2024 Update

Still no official word from Dollywood regarding this project, however, some savvy internet sleuths found a trademark application from Dollywood for "Dolly Parton's Songteller Hotel''.  

Do note how Dollywood has named the on-site resorts at the park.  They are named "Dollywood's DreamMore Resort" and Dollywood's HeartSong Resort", no mention of Dolly in the name.  But this trademark is "Dolly Parton's Songteller Hotel''.  So, while I'm not positive that the trademark is for the Nashville hotel, I'm leaning towards that being true for this simple difference in names.  I do want to caution however, that Dolly and Dollywood keep info pretty tight, so I could be way off base.  Maybe they're opening a new hotel in Pensacola, Florida, where they also own property??  You just never know with them and so, this is just my feeling based on the information we have so far.

this is what was flying around, causing lots of speculation.

The investigation Begins! 🔎

I did some sleuthing of my own and found a bit more info.  In the online file attached to the 984... number above, there are three sets of goods and services that Dollywood notes in the application, that would occur at this property.  That gives an idea or two of what they're planning in Nashville - or wherever the SongTeller hotel may be.  😉😉😉

By the way, this is all on the internet and is publicly available information!  Check it out here, if you like.  If you're able to shed more knowledge about this trademark application process, please do in the comments!!!

• Gift Shop
• Resort Services
• Hotel Accommodation
• Restaurants - plural
• Catering Services
• Offering Conference Rooms and services
• Offering Exhibition space, as a service
• Offering Meeting facilities, as a service
• Banquet rental services for weddings, social functions and special events.
• Health spa services
• mani/pedi
• facials
• massage
• beauty salon services
• hair cutting
• nail care
• skin care
• makeup application
• body and facial waxing

All of this sounds like they're planning on a nice property, not unlike what you will find at DreamMore and HeartSong resorts at Dollywood.  They're staying in their hospitality lane!

Watch this space as more information becomes known!

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🎵 ☃️ Dollywood's DreamMore Resort - Winter Concert Series 2024 Announcements ☃️🎵

Hi Everyone,

Escape the winter chill and immerse yourself in the warmth of country music with Dollywood's DreamMore Resort's Winter Concert Series. From January to early March, cozy up in an intimate setting and experience live performances by renowned country music artists. Whether you're a seasoned music enthusiast or simply seeking a delightful winter getaway, Dollywood's Winter Concert Series offers an unforgettable experience. Choose from individual concert tickets or a convenient room package that includes two tickets to the performance of your choice. Embrace the soothing melodies, revel in the vibrant atmosphere, and create cherished memories at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort's Winter Concert Series.

This year we have two options for ticketing. One for resort guests who buy a package, and one for non-resort guests.

Tickets and more information can be found at THIS LINK at the Dollywood website.

Featured Artists for 2024

Ronnie McDowell - On Dolly's Rockstar album, her song "I dreamed about Elvis", she recorded it years ago with The Jordanaires and Ronnie McDowell.  You just need to listen to the 2-3 minute interview she did in support of Rockstar - below.

Here's a LINK to the Cued Up Video I'm referring to:  Click Here

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If you'd prefer to jump to 3:30:00 in the video, you can do that below.

I recommend watching the whole video, above, if you are a Dolly Fan/ Rockstar fan.

Here is I Dreamed About Elvis, from Rockstar

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Check out my blog for all types of Dolly Parton news and videos.  I have a show on youtube called What's Up At Dollywood and I have tons of Dollywood videos!

⭐⭐ Dolly's Full Performance at the Dallas Cowboys' halftime show⭐⭐

Hi Everyone,

I hope that you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving break and hopefully too, you were able to enjoy Dolly's performance during the halftime show.  

I cannot remember a Thanksgiving without watching the Cowboys, so I already knew my family would be tuned in.   When Dolly appeared in the itty-bittiest outfit I've ever seen her wear, we all giggled a bit, but we also loved her show!  I'm glad she did it and I was excited to see her sing a new song from Rockstar.  She has commented recently that she wasn't going to tour with it citing 'getting all of that talent together' would be impossible.  She chose 'We Are The Champions', which she did as a solo on Rockstar, so that was do-able for live tv.

I recognized her three seasoned backup singers, but the accompanying band was unfamiliar, suggesting she had assembled a new ensemble to support her performance.

I read a lot of news about Dolly, and of course, some folks were ''shocked'' by her outfit.  Whatever.  Dolly does many things well, one of which is knowing how to read a room.  So, pfft to those folks!

I was hoping to embed the video into this blog post, but no, that is seemingly impossible to do with all of the legal restrictions with the NFL, CBS and everyone else involved, so, here's a link to youtube to watch it there.

⭐⭐CLICK HERE TO SEE DOLLY'S HALFTIME SHOW⭐⭐

   

🦃Happy Thanksgiving!🦃

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I hope everyone has a fantastic Thanksgiving.  Don't forget that Dolly will be performing during the Dallas Cowboys football game today on CBS.

😍 Rockstar - Released! 😍 and UPDATED with Deluxe Edition Tracks

1. Rockstar

2. World on Fire

3. Every Breath You Take (feat. Sting)

4. Open Arms (feat. Steve Perry)

5. Magic Man (feat. Ann Wilson with Howard Leese)

6. Long As I Can See The Light (feat. John Fogerty)

7. Either Or (feat. Kid Rock)

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8. I Want You Back (Feat. Steven Tyler & Warren Hayes)

9. What Has Rock And Roll Ever Done For You (Feat. Stevie Nicks with Waddy Wachtel)

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10.  Purple Rain

11.  Baby, I Love Your Way (feat. Peter Frampton)

12.  I Hate Myself For Loving You (feat. Joan Jett & The Blackhearts)

13.  Night Moves (feat. Chris Stapleton)

14. Wrecking Ball (feat. Miley Cyrus)

15. (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction (feat. P!nk & Brandi Carlile)

16. Keep On Loving You (feat. Kevin Cronin)

17. Heart Of Glass (feat. Debbie Harry) 

18. Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (feat. Elton John)

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19. Tried To Rock And Roll Me (feat. Melissa Etheridge)

20. Stairway To Heaven (feat. Lizzo & Sasha Flute)

21. We Are The Champions

22. Bygones (feat. Rob Halford with Nikki Sixx & John 5)

23. My Blue Tears (feat. Simon Le Bon)

24. What's Up? (feat. Linda Perry)

25.  You're No Good (feat. Emmylou Harris & Sheryl Crow)

26. Heartbreaker (feat. Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo)

27. Bittersweet (feat. Michael McDonald)

28. I Dreamed About Elvis (feat. Ronnie McDowell w/ The Jordanaires)

29. Let It Be (feat. Paul McCartney & Ringo Starr with Peter Frampton & Mick Fleetwood)

30.  Free Bird (feat. Ronnie Van Zant with Gary Rossington, Artimus Pyle and the Artimus Pyle Band)

Bonus Tracks from the Deluxe Edition.  On Dolly's birthday, January 19, 2024, she released all the bonus tracks from Rockstar - Deluxe Edition.

Rockstar had 30 songs, so 31 to 39 are the newly released Deluxe songs.

• 31 - Rockin' It (Live)...youtube link
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• 32 - Hit Me With Your Best Shot...youtube link
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• 33 - Mama Never Said...youtube link
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• 34 - Two Tickets to Paradise...youtube link
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• 35 - Jolene by Maneskin (Ft. Dolly Parton)...youtube link
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• 36 - Stay Out Of My Bedroom... youtube link
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• 37 - Bridge Over Troubled Water...youtube link
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• 38 - The Entertainer...youtube link
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• 39 - Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)... youtube link
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🤩 Dolly Parton interview round-up 🤩

Hi Everyone,

Here is a round-up of recent Dolly interviews.   Dolly has been on a blitz lately, giving interviews left and right in anticipation of the release of her rock album, Rock Star, out Friday, November 17th, 2023.

Dolly Parton Interviews

During the grand opening of the HeartSong Lodge and Resort, Dolly Parton sat down for a series of interviews with various media outlets.

United Kingdom Promotional Trip

As part of her recent promotional trip to the United Kingdom, Dolly Parton conducted an interview with BBC reporter, Zoe Ball.

CBS and ABC Interviews

Dolly Parton has also been featured in recent interviews with CBS and ABC.

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Nashville's Talk of the Town - a 30-minute episode dedicated to Dollywood, HeartSong, their Dolly interview and a nice look at Nashville's Lipscomb University's exhibit on Dolly's style team gurus who make Dolly's clothes for all her various events, performances, engagements, etc.  Its a peek behind the curtain, so to speak, or Behind The Seams, as Dolly puts it in her new book, which is the basis for the exhibit.  Watch that HERE.

Fox 5 Atlanta - Read more and Watch that HERE.

WGN-TV Morning News in Chicago - Great interview, watch below...

WBTV-News Charlotte, NC - Watch below...

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This recent BBC interview can be watched, below...

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Norah O'Donnell and CBS

ABC News with Robin Roberts Full Interview

Unfortunately, this video for the full interview was pulled down.  If you have HULU, you can watch the full interview there.

However, here is a teaser video from GMA....watch that below.

🍊🍊🦋🏈 Dolly to make an appearance at Saturday's College Football game University of Tennessee vs. #1 Georgia, at Neyland Stadium 🏈 🦋🍊🍊

Excited to welcome the one and only @DollyParton to Neyland Stadium this Saturday 🧡#GBO 🍊 pic.twitter.com/sYzCFhKQrc

— Tennessee Football (@Vol_Football) November 13, 2023

Dolly is releasing her Rock Star album this Friday the 17th, which I can't stop talking about. One of the many editions of Rock Star is a UT version of the album in CD form. 

here's the link above - click here.

UT Football is not predicted to win this game, but WHO KNOWS!  A divine miracle, like Dolly Parton showing up, might be the motivation the Vols need to get this critical Win.  I will go ahead and predict a last-second "HAIL DOLLY'' will be thrown and the Vols receiver will be wide open in the end zone, and catches it, and holds on to it just long enough to be a T, and if there truly ever was a miracle, a holding call will not be flagged.

🤩✨ Rockstar Movie Screenings At Dollywood for Gold and Diamond Season Pass Holders! ✨🤩

Hi Everyone,

We have finally reached release week for Dolly's rock album, Rock Star!  She has teased the heck out of this album for over a year now, and we'll get to hear it in its entirety.   The musical movie will premiere around the country on Wednesday November 15th and some select encore performances on Thursday the 16th.  

I just learned that Dollywood will be showing the Rock Star movie in the Dreamsong Theater (next to former Chasing Rainbows museum) on Friday the 17th IF YOU ARE A GOLD OR DIAMOND PASS HOLDER, so if you happen to be at Dollywood, or are willing to make that trip on Friday, then you can really maximize your Dolly Parton exposure by watching it at Dollywood.  How many other artists can you really connect to like that??  NONE, the answer is NONE.  

CLICK HERE to see all of this important information, and to make Reservations, at dollywood.com's website.

https://www.dollywood.com/

https://www.dollywood.com

🔴🟢 Dollywood's Tasting Pass and Celebration Hall Buffet Info for 2023 🟢🔴

Hi Everyone,

I have a couple of updates about the Smoky Mountain Christmas food options for you today.

🔵 First, The Celebration Hall Buffet (Country Fair Area) is continuing from the previous festival into the Smoky Mtn Christmas Festival.

 🔹 One great way to access the Celebration Hall is to use the Handicapable pathway behind Dogs N Taters, that runs alongside the rampage ride, under the train and then boom, you're right there.  As opposed to going up the hill towards the Village, crossing the tracks, and down the hill into Country Fair.

Click Here to Buy Tickets at least 24 hours in advance, if you like, and you can read more details as well.

https://www.dollywood.com/themepark/dining/christmas-festival-buffet/

Here are the menu offerings - subject to change, it says!  Click image to Enlarge.

Here's a recent picture of the Celebration Hall.  I took this b/c they razed a little building, you can see how the pavement is different, but now there's plenty of space to linger!

🔵 Second, Dollywood has released information about its popular Tasting Pass for Smoky Mountain Christmas, so let's dig into it.  All this info comes from Dollywood.com/themepark/dinding/christmas-tasting pass - LINK HERE.

Menu Offerings for 2023, Click to Enlarge

Here's the link to the "BUY NOW" button above, click here.

What do you think about either of these options?  Will you and your guests use the tasting pass?  If so, what are your thoughts about it all?  Tell me in the comments!

Dollywood's Sensory-Sensitive Day for 2023

Hi Everyone,

Dollywood just announced its event for Sensory-Sensitive Day.  It is on Saturday, November 18th, 2023 from 8:30 am to noon.  The park opens at 10am, but will continue with this program until noon.

Go to FB via this link, for more info and to Register - here.

Join us at Dollywood on Saturday, Nov. 18 for Sensory-Sensitive Day. This event provides a welcoming space to enjoy some of Dollywood's world-class attractions with limited sound and light interruptions. This event begins at 9 a.m. before the park opens at 10 a.m. and will continue through noon. Event space is limited and only available for pre-registered event participants. For a full schedule and more information, click here: https://www.dollywood.com/.../sensory-sensitive-hours/