Liverpool based artist John O’Connell will be taking Simply Dylan – his personal exploration and celebration of the rich and diverse work of Bob Dylan along with band across the U.K. for the very first time and performing at the Epstein Theatre in Liverpool on November 6th.

Simply Dylan is as straightforward as the title suggests; no frills, no gimmicks, no pretense. However this is no ordinary interpretation of Bob Dylan, this is a remarkable and exceptional project which promises to delight Dylan fans young and old and to ignite a new wave of passion for one of the world’s most prodigious songwriters.

John O’ Connell who leads Simply Dylan, is a rare talent who has had his name indelibly written in to the tapestry of Liverpool’s music scene, has collaborated with other highly reputable musicians from the city to form his Dylan Band.

It is their precise playing and high energy renditions of Dylan’s work from the 1970s onwards which has gathered momentum and generated incredible interest. From a modest project recognizing Dylan’s 70th Birthday in 2011 Simply Dylan has gone from selling out the Cavern Club 6 times to receiving fantastic reviews from the Spanish Press after a successful six date tour.

John O’Connell said: ‘Simply Dylan endeavors to focus detail and colour performing some of Dylan’s more challenging songs; bringing his lyrical content and story-telling alive.”

Quotes about Simply Dylan:

“John is a very talented singer songwriter who travelled with me on tour. He captivated audiences with his excellent voice and guitar playing…” Stephen Bishop.

“I went to see Johnny O’Connell playing Simply Dylan at the Cavern Liverpool and it was absolutely stunning. Johnny is one of the most talented musicians I have come across and his Dylan set is effortlessly brilliant.” Peter Hooton, The Farm.

“…Simply Dylan is considered to be the best band version of Bob Dylan.” Antxon Etxeberria, Zarautz, Diario Vasco.

“Simply Dylan … this guy is different, he’s not an impersonator, more an interpreter and an accomplished musician and singer to boot.“ John Baldwin, Desolation Row Information Service.

Simply Dylan tickets are on sale from today and are available to purchase from The Epstein Theatre Box office, online at www.epsteinliverpool.co.uk* or by telephone at 0844 888 4411.*  Tickets are priced at £18.

*Subject to booking fee.