Overview
In 1975 as Bob Dylan emerged from eight years of seclusion, he dreamed of putting together a traveling music show that would trek across the country like a psychedelic carnival. The dream became reality, and On the Road with Bob Dylan is the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at what happened when Dylan and the Rolling Thunder Revue took to the streets of America. With the intimate detail of a diary, Larry Ratso Sloman's mesmerizing description of the legendary tour both transports listeners to a celebrated period in rock history and provides them with a vivid snapshot of Dylan during this extraordinary time. This reissue of the 1978 classic resonates more than ever as it chronicles one of the most glittering rock circuses ever assembled, with a cast that includes Joan Baez, Robbie Robertson, Joni Mitchell, Allen Ginsberg, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, and a wild entourage of groupies, misfits, sinners, and saints who trailed along for the ride. Sloman candidly captures the all-night revelry and musical prowess-from the backstage antics to impromptu jams-that made the tour a nearly mystical experience. Complete with an introduction by renowned Texas musician, mystery writer, and Revue member Kinky Friedman, this is an unparalleled treat for Dylan fans old and new. Without question, On the Road with Bob Dylan is a remarkable, revealing piece of writing and a rare up-close and personal view of Dylan on tour.
Full Product Details
Author: "Larry ""Ratso"" Sloman" ,
Kinky Friedman ,
Ramiz Monsef
Publisher: Blackstone Audiobooks
Imprint: Blackstone Audiobooks
Dimensions:
Width: 17.50cm
, Height: 5.10cm
, Length: 15.50cm
Weight: 0.440kg
ISBN: 9781482913996
ISBN 10: 1482913992
Publication Date: 15 August 2013
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Audio
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
A brisk and funny (if somewhat over the top) prose stylist, [Sloman] records some interesting moments. -- Publishers Weekly An all-access pass to hang with the greatest singer-songwriter of our time. On the Road with Bob Dylan remains a true gonzo rock journalism classic and a revealing study of music's greatest genius/enigma. -- David Wild, contributing editor to Rolling Stone and host of Bravo's Musicians An invaluable insider's look at a legendary tour. -- Village Voice The War and Peace of rock and roll. -- Bob Dylan
A brisk and funny (if somewhat over the top) prose stylist, [Sloman] records some interesting moments. -- Publishers Weekly An invaluable insider's look at a legendary tour. -- Village Voice An all-access pass to hang with the greatest singer-songwriter of our time. On the Road with Bob Dylan remains a true gonzo rock journalism classic and a revealing study of music's greatest genius/enigma. -- David Wild, contributing editor to Rolling Stone and host of Bravo's Musicians The War and Peace of rock and roll. -- Bob Dylan
Author Information
Larry Sloman collaborated with Howard Stern on Private Parts and Miss America and is the author of the Abbie Hoffman biography, Steal This Dream. A former executive editor of National Lampoon magazine, he lives in New York City. Kinky Friedman is an author, musician, defender of strays, cigar smoker, and the governor of the heart of Texas. Ramiz Monsef has spent several seasons as a member of Oregon Shakespeare Festival's acting company, and he is the playwright of OSF's 2013 production The Unfortunates. He has also appeared onstage in New York and in numerous regional productions.
