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Taylor Swift brings Eras Tour nostalgia with acoustic set

Taylor Swift has delighted fans with a glimpse of her first live performance since marrying Travis Kelce, sharing a short clip from a recent acoustic set on Instagram. On Monday, August 24, the 14-time Grammy winner posted herself singing into a microphone while playing piano. She described it as a “post-Eras Tour acoustic set” and […]

Dolly Parton, a country music icon, has died at the age of 80. According to MyJoyOnline Ghana, she died after a brief battle with cancer.

Tributes have been paid to Parton by several notable artists, including Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Oprah Winfrey. MyJoyOnline Ghana reported that Sir Paul McCartney described Parton as a "magnificent star", while Oprah said she "brought the light". Taylor Swift, who has often praised Parton's influence on artists, described her as a powerful force who constantly evolved.

Other artists, including Sir Elton John, have also paid tribute to Parton. According to MyJoyOnline Ghana, Elton John called Parton a "giant of an artist" who was "irreplaceable". Tributes have also poured in from US presidents and musicians across various genres, remembering Parton for her award-winning career, philanthropy, and humble nature.

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