Bad Wolves have released their cover of the Dolly Parton classic “Jolene,” a track which was steeped in controversy before it even dropped. Bad Wolves had been intending to feature Dolly Parton on the cover before her universally mourned passing on August 25th. On Friday, the band announced the impending release of the song, which prompted the guitarist AJ Rebollo to exit the group, accusing the record label of capitalizing on Parton’s passing.
Despite the guitarist’s objections, Parton’s management has given the song its blessing, with the late country superstar’s longtime manager Danny Nozell stating, “Dolly was a champion of artists pushing musical boundaries. She listened to the Bad Wolves arrangement of ‘Jolene’ weeks ago, gave it her full blessing, and was incredibly excited to collaborate on it. Releasing this track on Monday as a tribute – with proceeds directly supporting her beloved Imagination Library – is exactly what Dolly and her team wanted.”
The Cover and Controversy
The cover adds a metal edge to Parton’s country classic, with new Bad Wolves singer Sara “Killboy” Skinner delivering mostly clean vocals over some heavy riffing, with a few guttural screams thrown in. It would have been interesting to hear what Parton’s vocals would have added to the track.
Stream Bad Wolves’ cover of “Jolene” below.
The release of the song has been a topic of discussion, with some fans appreciating the tribute and others feeling that it is too soon or that the band is capitalizing on Parton’s passing. However, with the blessing of Parton’s management and the proceeds going to her Imagination Library, it is clear that the intention behind the release is to honor Parton’s legacy and continue her work in supporting children’s literacy.
In conclusion, the release of Bad Wolves’ cover of “Jolene” is a complex issue, with both positive and negative reactions from fans and critics. However, with the support of Parton’s management and the charitable aspect of the release, it is clear that the song is a tribute to Parton’s enduring legacy and her commitment to supporting the arts and education.
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