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Dolly Parton streams skyrocket after her death, making her the most streamed artist globally
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Maria Sherman | The Associated Press , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· August 28, 2026
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Key points The number of streams rose substantially, with a large jump in the United States and worldwide. A notable surge in music streaming has occurred following the passing of a renowned artist.
A notable surge in music streaming has occurred following the passing of a renowned artist. Her songs are being played at an unprecedented rate, with a significant increase in both audio and video streams. The number of streams rose substantially, with a large jump in the United States and worldwide.
Further details about this trend are available, including specific data on the increase in streams. The artist's legacy is being remembered through her music, with many people around the world playing her songs.
The data on music streams shows a considerable spike, with the number of streams increasing dramatically in a short period.
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Category: parks Published: August 28, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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