The

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is the popular name for

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's endless touring schedule since June 7, 1988.

Information

The tour began with three shows at the

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before performing in Latin America and South America. Dylan performed three shows in Brazil, including one at the

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and two shows at Via Funchal in

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. After completing the South of the South Tour Dylan went on a brief tour to the United States and Canada. After touring North America Dylan and the band travelled to Europe to perform 30 shows including an appearance at Rock In Rio Lisbon and

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. Dylan then returned to the United States to start a summer tour starting in

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on August 8 and coming to an end on September in Santa Barbara. Dylan and the band continued to tour North America throughout the fall of 2008 where the tour finally came to a close on November 21, 2008 at the

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in New York City after 98 concerts.

Tour dates

Notes

References

External links

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