Dylan 8/1/11 Show Review

Dylan is a national treasure. America's poet laureate. I must state the obvious before saying the following: if you've NEVER seen him, go just to say you did. Otherwise, it is not worth the exorbitant ticket price. I wish I had my money back - or at least half it.
 
This was my third Dylan show, the first two times were in 2001. Those shows were unforgettable, especially the Nashville one. He is truly appreciated by this very discerning audience, often full of artists/musicians/writers. But there is a BIG difference between a 60 year old man and a 70 year man. He just cannot pull it off vocally anymore. He cannot carry a melody. Not only is it bad, it is distracting. The band sounded great, especially Charlie Sexton. Dylan played well, was in good spirits and was engaging - engaging by Dylan standards. People seemed genuinely thrilled to be "in his presence." I mean, so was I!!! And I feel bad saying anything negative about the man! He's a GOD! But he cannot sing anymore. He cannot deliver the genius in those lyrics. And, bless his heart, he should probably stop trying.

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