Bob Dylan gives cred to Rothbury music fest

Bob Dylan, dudes! He’s coming to Michigan to play the Rothbury festival. And though the lineup is jam-packed with acclaimed artists, his presence jacks up the cred of the young festival.Excerpt:Still, his presence on Rothbury’s bill lends a crucial gravitas to the fledgling fest. Bands such as EOTO and Chromeo may tickle the antennae of fans who live and breathe music, but Dylan brings a broad, built-in credibility that lifts the event’s visibility among more casual onlookers.That said, it would be a mistake to think Rothbury is aiming to fill 2,200 acres with peers of the 67-year-old musician. As last year’s debut festival demonstrated, Rothbury is a commitment — four long days and nights in the elements, on a sprawling site that can leave even the heartiest young souls spent by the end. Tickets are sold only as four-day passes, and while it’s not implausible to buy a weekend pass for an afternoon visit, Rothbury is designed as a live-in camping event.Read the entire article here.