Bob Dylan Surprises at Outlaw Music Festival 2025

At the opening night of the 2025 Outlaw Music Festival in Phoenix, Bob Dylan co-headlined with Willie Nelson and delivered a set featuring several surprises, including his first-ever live performance of The Pogues’ 'A Rainy Night in Soho.' Dylan also played 'Mr. Tambourine Man' live for the first time since 2010, responding to renewed interest from the recent Dylan biopic 'A Complete Unknown.' The setlist included rare renditions of 'Forgetful Heart,' 'To Ramona,' and covers such as '(Get Your Kicks On) Route 66' and 'I'll Make It All Up To You.' Songs from Dylan’s 2020 album 'Rough and Rowdy Ways' and classics from the 1960s and 1970s were also featured. The Outlaw Music Festival is scheduled for 36 dates with a rotating lineup and promises more surprises as Dylan is known for changing his setlists. The festival highlights the enduring influence and evolving artistry of both Dylan and Nelson.