Parton Tribute to Olivia
NASHVILLE-Flames of controversy of the past may be fanned again with a release of a song by Stella Parton, sister of singer Dolly Parton, called “Ode to Olivia.”
The song, directed toward Olivia Newton-John, is an out and out tribute to her, recorded on Country Soul Records and distributed by International Record Distributing Associates.
Miss Newton-John, who is scheduled for a concert here in the near future, was the subject of some criticism by individuals in country music recently when she swept most country music awards.
Miss Parton takes the other stand: that she is not only welcome, but a refreshing breeze in the country field. She co-wrote the song with Bob Dean, her producer.