Stella Parton Albums (6)
What The Critics Say
Stella Parton returns to recording with this no-frills collection of mostly traditional material. Things here are rousing, tasteful, and thoroughly in line with the country gospel tradition (especially the robust medleys "Power in the Blood" and "Somebody Touched Me"), but there are also some nice folk touches and twinges of adventurous arrangement. A medley featuring "This Little Light of Mine" takes some interesting turns with its harmonies, while "Precious Memories" is pleasantly understated, with mandolin and warm acoustic guitar supporting Parton's prominent vocals. Occasionally she's a little too prominent, bursting forth with faith and good cheer. However, that same vigorous reverence is also what makes Appalachian Gospel such a pleasant listen. Like the best country gospel, it's plainspoken both in word and music. ~ Johnny Loftus, All Music Guide
What The Critics Say
Stella Parton will always be known as the younger sister of Dolly Parton, but she has songwriting talent and a voice that is similar to, but distinct from, her more famous sibling. Country Sweet, one of a few albums she released on Elektra in the mid-'70s, contains two of her biggest hits: "Standard Lie Number One" and the slick Shel Silverstein co-composition "The Danger of a Stranger," which verges on country-disco. Parton's own songs are more down to earth, with the best of the bunch being the haunting "The More the Change." A handful of good songs by name songwriters and a cover of the old Burl Ives classic "A Little Bitty Tear" round out an appealing album that is, in places, even better than the hit singles it generated. ~ Greg Adams, All Music Guide
'I Want to Hold You in My Dreams Tonight'
Release Date 1/1/1976
Tracks 10
Label Mint
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