05/11/2025
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People CROSS THE LINE - They Forget I'm a Real Person | 'Modern Dolly' Tribute Act | EP29
Welcome to Episode 29 of our Local Music Podcast, where we sit down with Yazzmin Devoy, better known as Modern Dolly — one of the North West’s most exciting and authentic Dolly Parton tribute acts. Fully dressed as Dolly and performing with all the charm and wit of the country icon herself, Yazzmin kicks off the show in character, singing an incredible a ca****la version of “Jolene.”
In this episode, hosts Luke & Lee dive deep into the world of tribute acts — asking Yazzmin the big questions:
🎤 Why did she choose to become a Dolly Parton tribute artist?
🎭 What does it take to fully embody a music legend?
💄 How does she prepare to get into character and perform live?
🎶 What’s the difference between tribute act gigs and cover gigs — and how do prices compare?
Since launching Modern Dolly, Yazzmin has become one of the most in-demand Dolly Parton tributes in the UK, performing across the North West music scene and beyond. She even caught the attention of Susan Price (wife of Slade’s Noddy Holder) and appeared on TV at a book launch for “What Would Dolly Do?”, earning praise from Eamonn Holmes himself.
Yazzmin also shares her dreams of taking Modern Dolly to the next level — with full band performances, bigger lighting, live guitar shows, and even international gigs on cruise ships and high-profile weddings.
If you love local music, cover singers, creative performers, or the magic of Dolly Parton, this episode is a must-watch for all aspiring musicians and tribute artists.
