Bob Dylan last released a book in 2004 with his 'Chronicles Vol. 1' Now Dylan is back with a book on the songwriting process
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 12: Bob Dylan performs as part of a double bill with Neil Young at Hyde Park on July 12, 2019 in London, England. , coming November 8, 2022. According to a release, Dylan has been writing the book since 2010.
It offers an in-depth view of how Dylan views the songwriting process. From artists such as Nina Simone, Elvis Costello, Hank Williams, and Stephen Foster, Dylan breaks down the essentials of songwriting by analyzing the works of other artists in over 60 essays. The book covers a wide array of genres and promises to be laugh-out-loud funny., published in 2004. it also received a Nobel Prize for literature in 2016.
When asked about the book, Jonathan Karp says: “The publication of Bob Dylan’s kaleidoscopically brilliant work will be an international celebration of songs by one of the greatest artists of our time.could only have been written by Bob Dylan. His voice is unique, and his work conveys his deep appreciation and understanding of songs, the people who bring those songs to life, and what songs mean to all of us.”. He’s currently on tour in support of that release.