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Did Dolly Parton really betray country music by inviting Beyoncé into the fold? A look at the iconic American star's decade long career and the origins of country music in the USA.

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When international superstar Beyoncé wanted some new dance moves for her latest video, she chose little known Mozambique dance trio Tofo Tofo to create the choreography.

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<p>Did Dolly Parton really betray country music by inviting Beyoncé into the fold? A look at the iconic American star's decade long career and the origins of country music in the USA.</p>

Did Dolly Parton really betray country music by inviting Beyoncé into the fold? 

When international superstar Beyoncé wanted some new dance moves for her latest video, she chose little known Mozambique dance trio, Tofo Tofo to create the choreography.

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