Local music notes from the week of August 27-31

Bob Dylan’s Never Ending Tour has taken four years to steer its way back into his home state, and Minnesota’s most famous expat seemed pleased to be back last night as he played for 7,000 fans in Rochester. These days, when a fan goes to see Dylan they mostly know what to expect — the…

Bob Dylan found his country croon voice when he made this record.

Dylan Hicks has been in the midst of a long-term hiatus. We saw the release of his last record in 2001 after a string of prolific efforts starting all the way back in 1990. Maybe he was tired and maybe he needed something new, but we can at least partially chalk up his absence as the result of his most recent endeavor: "Boarded Windows," Hicks' new book.

Jacquie Fuller discusses the local singer's take on themes of music, memory and family

Other recipients include Madeleine Albright, Toni Morrison

The Local Show wants to hear your memories and questions about one of Minnesota's most famous musicians

It's nice to see Bob continuing to deliver the goods late in the game. "Together Through Life" is a worthy addition to his already monumental body of work.