Glastonbury 2014: Dolly Parton Is Interviewed By Lily Allen Ahead Of Festival Appearance, Says 'I'll Be Wearing My High Heels Even If I'm Knee-Deep In Mud'
When Lily Met Dolly
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Dolly Parton has been talking of her excitement ahead of her debut appearance at this year's Glastonbury Music Festival to none other than Lily Allen, who interviewed the country star for Radio Times magazine.
She told Lily: "What should I expect? Mud? I’ll be wearing my high heels, even if I’m up to my knees in mud.
"I’m a little bit apprehensive. I’m excited, I just want to make sure I do the right show.
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Lily Allen and Dolly Parton
"I’ve heard of Glastonbury because it’s one of the biggest in the world, right? For years, everybody’s asked me why I’ve never done it, and I guess it’s never worked out where I could, and so now I am.
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"I've heard that people from all walks of life come to Glastonbury. I guess they smoke a lot of dope and drink a lot of booze, like most festivals, right?
'But then there's a lot of people that don't, they just come to listen to the music. Who cares, as long as they're having a good time?"
Dolly is due to take to the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury on Sunday afternoon, which will mark her first ever UK festival appearance.
Read the full interview between Lily and Dolly in the latest issue of Radio Times, out now.
Glastonbury 2014: 12 Female Acts To See At The Festival
Dolly Parton(01 of12)
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Despite being in the music business for over 30 years, Dolly has never performed at a UK festival before. With 42 albums to her name, the country legend isn't exactly short of material - expect rhinestones, big hair, more rhinestones and plenty of sing-a-long opportunities. The Pyramid Stage,16.20 on Sunday (credit:Getty Images)
Haim(02 of12)
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The Haim sisters popped up everywhere at last year's event, performing secret gigs and providing backing vocals for Primal Scream. Watch out for Este's famous 'bass face'. The Other Stage at 16.25 on Friday (credit:Getty Images)
Lily Allen(03 of12)
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Lily's love for Glastonbury is well-documented so it's no surprise that her comeback tour includes a stop at Worthy Farm. The Pyramid Stage at 18.30 on Friday (credit:PA)
Chvrches(04 of12)
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Lauren Mayberry fronts Glaswegian trio Chvrches, who are described by the festival organisers as "Depeche Mode in the early '80s, with Dave Gahan replaced by a sweet, Scottish brogue. The John Peel Stage on Friday at 19.45 (credit:Getty Images)
Goldfrapp(05 of12)
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Electro pop duo Goldfrapp have evolved considerably in recent years, leaving fans guessing over what to expect - rock'n'roll stage antics or a laid back folk set? Your guess is as good as ours. West Holts Stage, Saturday at 20.30 (credit:PA)
Blondie(06 of12)
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Blondie will be kicking things off relatively early on Friday, with their first gig at Worthy Farm since 1999. The Other Stage at 12.20 on Friday (credit:Getty Images)
Anna Calvi(07 of12)
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Since first coming to everyone's attention on the BBC Sound of 2011 list, Anna Calvi has scored Brit Award nominations and made it on to the Mercury Prize shortlist. The Park Stage at 20.00 on Saturday (credit:Getty Images)
London Grammar(08 of12)
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London Grammar, led by Hannah Reid, are the perfect alternative if you don't fancy seeing Pyramid Stage headliners Kasabian. John Peel Stage, 22.10 on Sunday (credit:PA)
Lykke Li(09 of12)
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Swedish singer Lykke Li has the interesting task of following on from Chvrches and supporting the Kaiser Chiefs. The John Peel Stage, Friday at 21.15 (credit:Getty Images)
Lana Del Rey(10 of12)
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Lana, who performed at Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's pre-wedding party at Versailles, will be giving her first live performance since her album 'Ultraviolence' stormed straight to the top of the UK chart. The Pyramid Stage at 16.00 on Saturday (credit:Getty Images)
Beth Orton(11 of12)
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Beth Orton's Saturday evening set is the perfect way to chill out before the night's festivities get underway. Avalon Stage at 20.15 on Saturday (credit:PA)
Ellie Goulding(12 of12)
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With performances at the O2 and Wembley Stadium and Coachella Festival already under her belt, Ellie is no stranger to huge crowds and group sing-a-longs. The Other Stage, 20.30 on Sunday (credit:PA)