Dolly
Parton to Lead Macy's Parade

Dolly Parton will lead this years Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with a performance of a new single, "Better Get to Livin'."

"Better Get to Livin' " is the first single from the iconic singer-songwriter's upcoming Backwoods Barbie, her first mainstream country album in over 17 years, due out February 5 on her new label, Dolly Records. "I've always dreamed of doing the Macy's parade," she says. "I guess I don't get to watch it this year, though. I'll have to tape it!"

Also on Thanksgiving Day the just completed video for "Better Get to Livin' " will have its world premiere on CMT (Country Music Television). In addition, Parton's interview with CMT's Top 20 Countdown will air throughout the weekend, beginning at 9:30 a.m.

In touring news, Parton is planning major concert treks in the U.S. beginning in February, then hitting Europe in the summer and a return to the States, with dates expected into December 2008. (The Advocate)