Bob Dylan is one of the most important songwriters in history. Born and raised in Minnesota, he moved to New York City in 1961 and became a huge part of the Greenwich Village scene. It's no surprise to say that Dylan's best days came long before I started buying records, but he has had great records in my lifetime as well.
This one here is a truly brilliant album by Dylan. Unfortunately, it arrived at a time when rock radio was dying which meant many of these songs went unheard instead of praised for adding to his incredible legacy.
My favorites include "Most of the Time", "Man in the Long Black Coat", "Ring Them Bells", and "Shooting Star".
Bob Dylan was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988.
Here is a look at shows taking place from February 17-23, 2026 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Legendary rock band Kansas is bringing their iconic sound to the Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena on Saturday, February 21, 2026. With a career spanning five decades, Kansas has defined classic rock with unforgettable hits like Carry On Wayward Son and Dust in the Wind. Their powerful live performances showcase soaring vocals, masterful musicianship, and a catalog of songs that have stood the test of time.
Alex Dawson is full-time faculty at Rutgers University, where he teaches creative writing with a focus on folklore, fantasy, and horror; hosts Inside the Writers House, a video chat with acclaimed authors from all over the world; and leads fable-fueled Study Abroad programs to some of the planet's most mythical places.
