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Bob Dylan Performance of A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall in Philadelphia

Venue: Electric Factory Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Date: December 16, 1995

In December 1995, during this live performance at the Electric Factory in Philadelphia, Bob Dylan was deeper into a revitalized phase of his long and storied career. Just a couple of years prior, in 1995, he released his critically acclaimed album 'Time Out of Mind,' which marked a significant comeback for him. This album showcased a raw and reflective side of Dylan, rich with themes of love, loss, and existential musings. By 1995, Dylan was embracing a more stripped-down sound in his live performances, which is evident in 'A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall' as he delivers the iconic song with haunting depth. Interestingly, this era also saw Dylan's ongoing exploration of American folk traditions, evident in his performance style, as he intertwined folk roots with the electric edge that he’s renowned for. This concert encapsulates not just a moment in time but a continuous evolution that defines the legend that is Bob Dylan.

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