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Bob Dylan Announces 'Americanarama' Tour with Wilco and My Morning Jacket

Jeff Giles — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:18:19 +0000

Bob Dylan has been a semi-permanent fixture on the road for so long that he really has to do something special to remind us that he’s still on tour — and that’s exactly what he’s done with his just-announced ‘Americanarama Festival of Music.’ A name like that promises ridiculous amounts of music, and the lineup [...]

Bob Dylan Reveals New U.S. Spring Tour Dates

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 16:19:11 +0000

After the release of his thirty-fifth studio album ‘Tempest’ last September, Bob Dylan spent several months out on tour bringing his critically acclaimed live show to the masses. He must have enjoyed his time spent on the road because the icon has just revealed a handful of new dates spanning throughout the U.S.

Previously Unreleased Bob Dylan Songs Coming for Record Store Day

Jeff Giles — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:09:09 +0000

With Record Store Day 2013 a couple of months away, we’re starting to get a look at what’s on tap for music fans — and this year, that will include a pair of previously unreleased Bob Dylan tracks. According to Dylan’s official site, Columbia Records will be putting out a 7″ vinyl single led by [...]

20 Years Ago: Bob Dylan Plays at President-Elect Clinton's Inaugural Concert

Stephen Lewis — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:27:06 +0000

While often the focus of critics who ruminate about his lyrics, exaggerate his love interests, or question his political affiliation, Bob Dylan continuously keeps friends and foes guessing. However, in a rare move on Jan. 16, 1993 at President-Elect Bill Clinton's 1993 Inaugural Concert, Dylan outwardly and musically expressed his feelings at a political gathering.

100 Copies of Bob Dylan Outtakes Record Released to Circumvent Copyright Laws

Dave Lifton — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 13:08:51 +0000

A set of 86 Bob Dylan outtakes from 1962 was discovered on shelves in European record stores last year. But while albums of unreleased Dylan are nothing new -- 1969's 'The Great White Wonder' is considered to be the start of the bootleg industry -- this is actually an official release, albeit in a limited edition, rare for an artist of Dylan's stature.

Famed Rolling Stones + Bob Dylan Photographer Ken Regan Dies

Billy Dukes — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:44:32 +0000

Ken Regan was on the sidelines to watch some of the most iconic sporting and rock 'n' roll events of the last 40 years. In addition to extensive coverage of the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, Regan covered several Olympics and Super Bowls before his death on Sunday (Nov. 25). His daughter Suzanne Regan says the cause of death was cancer.

AC/DC, Bob Dylan, Wings Recordings + More Amongst 2013 Grammy Hall of Fame Inductees

Billy Dukes — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 22:03:33 +0000

A list of 2013 Grammy Hall of Fame inductees includes plenty of songs and albums familiar to classic rock fans. Hits by AC/DC, Billy Joel, Paul McCartney & Wings, Bob Dylan and Elton John are amongst the 27 recordings chosen to be honored at the Grammy Museum. The Recording Academy made the announcement today (Nov. 21).

Listen To Some Songs I Have On My Phone, Like Bob Dylan, Ramones, And More

Rayman — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:21:30 +0000

You can tell a lot about a person by the type of music they listen to, so I thought I'd let you get inside the Rayman's head. I'll share with you some of the songs I've listened to on my phone this past week with Spotify. If you don't have Spotify, no worries, You can download it here for free..I have twenty songs in my playlist, I'll just mention a few and why I like them.

Bob Dylan Labels Detractors 'Wussies and Pussies' in New Interview

Jeff Giles — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 16:10:23 +0000

With his new album, 'Tempest,' reaping a fresh whirlwind of critical hosannas, you'd think Bob Dylan would be in a pretty good mood these days -- but if a newly posted clip from his recent Rolling Stone interview is anything to go by, he's just as cantankerous as ever.

Bob Dylan 'Strikes' Again With Second 'Tempest' Song Snippet

Chad Childers — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 12:00:50 +0000

Bob Dylan has found a home with Cinemax, and in particular the cable network’s original series ‘Strike Back.’ As the singer leads up to his ‘Tempest‘ album next month, he’s been using the show as a sounding board for some of his new tracks.

New DVD Examines the History of Bob Dylan and the Band

Dave Lifton — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:40:16 +0000

On Sept. 25, MVD will released ‘Down in the Flood,’ a documentary that looks at the storied history of Bob Dylan and the Band. Looking for a touring band to make the move from folk into rock, Dylan called upon a group from Canada then known as the Hawks. Following a tumultuous 1966 U.S. and [...]

Neil Young Honors Bob Dylan + Other Classic Rockers With New Song, 'Twisted Road'

Dave Lifton — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 15:44:30 +0000

Neil Young remains one of the most unpredictable men in rock music. At the opening show of his new tour with Crazy Horse in Albuquerque, N.M. on Friday (Aug. 3), he debuted six songs, yet only one of them was from his most recent album, ‘Americana.’ In addition, he also chose to leave ‘Albuquerque,’ from 1975′s ‘Tonight’s the Night’ off the evening’s agenda. That has to violate some unwritten setlist-making rule, right?

Bob Dylan Previews New Song 'Early Roman Kings'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 16:49:46 +0000

Bob Dylan will release his 35th studio album, ‘Tempest,’ in September, but fans don’t have to wait that long to hear some of the new music. The legendary singer-songwriter has released a preview of one new track, ‘Early Roman Kings,’ in a trailer for the upcoming second season of the Cinemax original series ‘Strike Back.’

Bob Dylan Teams Up With Mark Knopfler for Fall 2012 Tour

Chad Childers — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:19:05 +0000

Whoever said the best things take time might have had a premonition about the fall concert tour pairing of Bob Dylan and Mark Knopfler. Vintage Vinyl News reports that after early reports about the pair teaming up for a summer run proved unfounded, the two acts have now worked out their schedules to play together [...]

Bob Dylan Reveals Release Date, Cover Art for New Album 'Tempest'

Matthew Wilkening — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:40:45 +0000

Bob Dylan will mark his 50th anniversary as a recording artist by releasing a new studio album, ‘Tempest,’ on Sept. 11. The record will feature 10 original songs from the legendary musician. The press release announcing this news didn’t feature a tracklist or any notes on who played on the record, Dylan’s 35th overall and [...]

Bob Dylan Announces Late Summer 2012 North American Tour

Chad Childers — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 18:49:26 +0000

If Bob Dylan is indeed planning a September release for his 35th studio album, then the fact that he’s returning to North America in August is a good sign.

Bob Dylan, Rolling Stones Among Most Collectible Records of All Time

Dave Lifton — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 16:51:56 +0000

Who knows what rare and valuable records could be sitting on your shelves. A list on New York radio station WCBS-FM’s website uncovers some classic albums and singles that may look like they are run-of-the-mill, but are actually worth a good chunk of change.

Bob Dylan Receives Presidential Medal of Freedom

Dave Lifton — Wed, 30 May 2012 12:30:02 +0000

This afternoon (May 29), Bob Dylan was given the highest honor an American civilian can receive when President Obama awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The ceremony took place in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C. Dylan and the 12 other honorees were given the award because, as President Obama [...]

Northland Native Bob Dylan to get Presidential Medal of Honor

Tony Hart — Wed, 23 May 2012 16:45:09 +0000

On Tuesday, May 29, President Barack Obama will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 13 individuals, including our very own Bob Dylan. The Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor, presented to people who have made especially deserving contributions to the security or national interests of the US, to world peace, or to [...]

Bob Dylan's Debut Album Turns 50 Years Old

Dave Swanson — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:30:36 +0000

Fifty years ago this week (yesterday, March 19, 1962 to be exact), the self-titled debut album from Bob Dylan was released. The world was certainly a very different place in 1962 than it is in 2012. The humble rumble of of one man with one guitar and one harmonica was not standard fair for pop [...]