Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: FRIDAY, April 12, 1991 TAG: 9104120339
SECTION: EXTRA PAGE: 7 EDITION: METRO
SOURCE: Tracie Fellers
DATELINE: LENGTH: Short
Over his career of about 30 years, Dylan has become a legend. His songs of social conscience - including "The Times They Are A-Changin' " - and political concern broke ground by incorporating folk, rock, country, blues and a slew of other musical styles.
Though he continued to explore new idioms and themes in the '70s and '80s, he may have had the most impact as a young singer, songwriter and guitarist in the '60s. Dylan expressed both the hope and disillusion of the turbulent decade with a poignancy achieved by few other artists.
Dylan's contributions to American music have not gone unnoticed. He's been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades, most recently a lifetime achievement award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.
But while no one could deny Dylan a lofty spot in rock 'n' roll history, at 49, he's far from retired. He's on tour - and making a stop in Southwest Virginia.
Dylan will perform at the Salem Civic Center May 2 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $19.50 and go on sale 10 a.m. Saturday at the civic center and all Ticketron outlets. Tickets also may be purchased by calling 375-3004 or (800) 543-3041.
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