New Bob Dylan single posted online

"Listen to that Duquesne whistle blowing," Dylan sings on his single "Duquesne Whistle," posted by NPR Monday. "Blowing like it's gonna sweep my world away." Dylan's new album "Tempest" is scheduled for a release Sept. 11.
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NPR has posted a single from Bob Dylan's new album "Tempest," due Sept. 11.

His voice sounds a lot like Louis Armstrong on the tune, NPR notes. The verses, co-written with old friend Robert Hunter, are typically mysterious and playful, NPR says.

Dylan will be on tour, and performing at the Xcel Energy Center on Nov. 7.

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