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Bob Dylan's Rough & Rowdy Ways: Unexpected Setlist Surprises
22 Mar
Summary
- Dylan played six Rough and Rowdy Ways songs, deviating from the usual nine.
- He swapped his grand piano for a small keyboard and used acoustic guitars.
- Eddie Cochran's 'Nervous Breakdown' was performed live for the first time.
Bob Dylan initiated the 2026 leg of his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour in Omaha, Nebraska, with notable changes to his performance. He reduced the focus on his latest album, playing fewer songs than usual and switching from a grand piano to a compact keyboard positioned center stage. Guitarists Bob Britt and Doug Lancio performed acoustically, a departure from their typical electric setup.
The setlist included infrequent performances of older tracks like 'The Man in the Long Black Coat' and 'I Can Tell.' A historic moment occurred when Dylan played Eddie Cochran's 'Nervous Breakdown' live for the very first time. Fans were able to see Dylan clearly throughout the concert, unlike some recent shows where he obscured his face.
Despite some technical difficulties with microphone placement that occasionally affected sound quality, Dylan's voice was reportedly strong when he was comfortable. The tour is scheduled to continue through May with stops in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and Abilene, Texas, followed by summer dates in Washington and Oklahoma.
