Bob Dylan

In July 1965, during the Newport Folk Festival, Bob Dylan made a pivotal shift in his career by performing "Like A Rolling Stone" with the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, marking a significant moment in music history as part of what became known as the "Dylan goes electric" controversy. Prior to this performance, Dylan had released his groundbreaking album "Bringing It All Back Home" in March 1965, which showcased his transition from folk to rock and included both electric and acoustic tracks. This performance solidified his departure from traditional folk music, embracing a more electric sound that would shape his future works. The reaction to Dylan's use of electric instruments was mixed, with some purists expressing outrage, but it ultimately paved the way for the rock genre's evolution. Following this concert, he continued to push musical boundaries with subsequent albums, including "Highway 61 Revisited" later that year.

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