Don Henley reflects on collaborating with Dolly Parton

Don Henley has reflected on his experience collaborating with Dolly Parton for his 2015 country album, Cass County. Henley described the duet on the track ‘When I Stop Dreaming’ as one of the high points of the album's production.

Henley noted that Parton was the only artist he felt could make the song work. He recalled her professionalism in the Nashville studio, noting that even when the song's key was higher than her preference, she adjusted her vocal delivery to match the recording. Henley praised her authenticity, calling her a ‘national treasure’ and one of the last truly authentic country music singers.