July 24-26, 1964 Dylan is the major performer at the Newport Folk Festival, where he presents a new image to an audience of over fifteen thousand. His set contains no topical songs but does include new compositions like “All I Really Want To Do,” “To Ramona,” “Mr. Tambourine Man,” and “Chimes Of Freedom.” | Bob Dylan

March 22, 1965: Release of Bringing It All Back Home, first of three records that changed the perception of Dylan as a folk and protest artist, and shook popular music to its core. “Subterranean Homesick Blues” kicks off Dylan’s return to his rock ‘n’ roll roots and signals yet another sea change for his artistry. | Bob Dylan