Bob Dylan Proves He’s Still Got It in Tel Aviv

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By Ben Shalev June 21, 2011

Crossposted from Haaretz

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Those who cast doubt on Bob Dylan’s ability to perform were forced to eat their words after his excellent performance Monday night.

What hasn’t been said about the old-timer’s performance skills? They said that he was tired, they warned that his voice has gone, they predicted a catastrophe similar to his 1987 performance, but all their warnings were unfounded.

It was not a perfect performance, but it exceeded the expectations of the most optimistic of Dylan’s fans. Whoever left the stadium disappointed arrived initially with unrealistic expectations.

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