A quick SxSW update for ya. Dolly Parton, yes, Dolly Parton, has been confirmed as a performer for the annual music business fest. She joins a bill that already boasts REM, Dizzee Rascal, NERD, Black Mountain, The Raveonettes, Yeasayer, Does It Offend You, Yeah?, Jens Lekman, The Cribs, The Black Crowes, Nada Surf, The Black Keys. and Tapes 'n Tapes.
Talking of Parton, she's just announced some UK tour dates too, as follows...
27+29 Jun: Glasgow SECC
28 Jun: Manchester MEN Arena
1 Jul: Nottingham Arena
2 Jul: Birmingham NEC
4 Jul: Cardiff Arena
5+6 Jul: London O2