It is Official -Bob Dylan Resumes Touring in November and Will Perform at the Beacon Theater

 

The 2021 Tour from November 2 - December 2 was officially announced on BobDylan.com .  He will appear at the Beacon Theater from November 19-21.  This is only three concerts compared to 10 in 2019, so it may be difficult to get tickets that will be available on October 1  I assume that proof of vaccination will be required.

It is titled Rough and Rowdy Ways World Wide Tour 2021-2024.  The title "Never Ending Tour" was given by rock journalists including tour dates from 1988 to the present.  It is obvious that he will play many songs from Rough and Rowdy Ways.  In 2024 Dylan will be 83 years old so it is very possible that this is a "farewell tour".

Hot Rumor - Bob Dylan Will Play at the Beacon Theater in November/December

 

These Dates are Not Confirmed - It is a rumor as of 9/25/2021

Bill Pagel is an avid Dylan fan and collector. He has more than 15,000 photos, 4,000 concert posters. and 18 four-drawer file cabinets filled with manuscripts and ephemera. He owns the Minnesota native’s childhood homes in Duluth and Hibbing, not to mention little Bobby’s highchair.  He maintains a website called Boblinks dedicated to providing information about concerts and links to other Bob Dylan websites.  The image above was taken from that site.

Dylan is now 80 years old.  Does he have the stamina to do 10 concerts over a two-week period?  I'll just have to wait to see if this actually happens.

Disadvantageous of Having a Good Memory

 

In 2010 I wrote an entry about autobiographical memories after 60 minutes aired a story about it.  I have always had a good memory of people, places, and events of the past.  It seems that bad memories always predominate.  It is easy to remember conflicts I had with people many years ago even if they were minor.  Traumatic events often come to mind. Is this normal or is it just me?  Some of the bad experiences were:

• Being let go from a job
• A relationship that didn't work out
• Arguments with colleagues
• Rejection, both socially and professionally
• Being bashed by the boss

I guess it is better than the other extreme of being very forgetful.

Go 'Way Little Boy - A Dylan Rarity Not Included on The Latest Bootleg Series

 

Last night I had a lengthy conversation with Dylan enthusiast Steve Joyce.  He brought to my attention this Dylan recording that was not included in the recently released  Bootleg Series Volume #16.

Bob Dylan - Don't Fall Apart on Me Tonight (Version 2) (Official Video) - Sample from Bootleg Series #16

 

As of now, I have listened to CDs 1, 2, and 3 of the 5 CD set.  I will listen to #4 tonight and #5 tomorrow.

Springtime in New York - Bob Dylan Bootleg Series Vol 16 is Out

 

When my doorbell rang at 5:45 PM last evening I knew it was the delivery man from Amazon.com with my special package.  As a serious Dylan collector, I have all the bootleg series with close to all of the legally released albums on vinyl, cassette, or CD.  I have the deluxe edition that includes 5 CDs and a book.  If my friend Roy is reading this it costs $116.20.  I must thank Amazon for being prompt in delivering the set on the day of release.

It is obviously aimed at serious Dylanolgist since it includes numerous outtakes and alternative versions of Dylan songs released from 1980-85 which most critics feel does not contain Dylan's best works.  I am sure the Dylan scholars will have a "field day" critiquing this set.  I expect to become aware of several podcasts within a few days.  Will I have time to listen to them?  As of 12 noon on Saturday the 18th I have only listened to CD #1.  Am I spending too much time with baseball and this blog?

I just don't understand the title Springtime in New York.  Were the sessions recorded in NYC during the spring?  I am sure that my scholarly friends will know the answer.

There is a review in The Telegraph, but a subscription is required.  The subtitle of the article states:

These bootleg sessions remind us that Dylan’s worst period is still more interesting than most artists’ purple patches

I do not consider the 80s to be Dylan's worst period.  To me, it is a toss-up between the born again Christian period and the adult standards he recorded earlier this century.

With advanced degrees in Chemistry and Library Science, I am not a Dylan scholar.

The Latest on the Jeopardy Host Situation with My Speculation and Suggestions

 This is an exact quote from the official Jeopardy website: 

Beginning Monday, September 20, Bialik will serve as the host for several weeks of episodes, which will air through November 5. After that, Bialik and Jennings will split hosting duties as their schedules allow through the end of the calendar year.

My speculation - in 2022 Mayim will become the permanent host of Jeopardy.  Her previous commitments precluded her from getting the gig now.

My suggestions - rotating hosts should do the tournaments and specialty shows as everyone had their favorite guest host.  This would include Buzzy Cohen, Ken Jennings, and Levar Burton.  It appears that the "powers that be" at Sony Pictures Television did not want anyone with previous game show hosting experience to be considered.  I disagree with that and suggest Meredith Viera and Brooke Burns be invited to host tournaments.