Great piece for Easter, thank you Don. I’ve always liked Dark Eyes, and I can totally picture you and Bob in high school working on all the songs. Do American Pie next!
Thanks Julia. I’ve never taken the time to piece that song together, but I know many others have. There’s Buddy Holly, the Stones, the bloody concert at Altamont, and so much more. I’m more a fan of Starry Night. That’s on my short list of most beautiful contemporary songs ever.
Great perspective on your history with Bob Dylan. I first saw him in concert in 1966 and many times since then. He is one of the most iconic songwriter and wordsmith of all time. He was so impactful during the protest movement of the Sixties. And while his nasal sounding voice and appearance are not for everyone, to dismiss him because of those is to lose life's multifaceted collage of experiences set to music for one interpret and expand. Bob Dylan's genius is also expressed in his breathtaking beautiful and often sublime paintings. Again, it is the images upon images, the flashbacks of one's life striking a cord within us when least expected that ties us to his works. Who can not be moved by the lyrics in: "The Times They Are A-Changing", "Everything Is Broken", "Gotta Serve Somebody", "Hurricane","Shelter From The Storm", "Positively 4th Street", "Like A Rolling Stone" and even "Subterranean Homesick Blues".
Those with bright eyes and ears can capture the intent of his contribution to our lives that dark eyes struggle to appreciate.
Excellent comment Joe! You are the second person I've met in our community who appreciates the great musician! It's good to know there are more of us out there. So I've now seen Dylan live four times and still play a number of his songs when I pick up my guitar. You obviously have a fondness for his early work, as do I, though I find most of what he's done over the decades to be interesting.
Really interesting analysts, Don, of one of the great songs by one of my favorite songwriters who I have been fortunate to see in concert several times. I think Dylan has touched upon religious or spiritual beliefs and imagery in his music for many, many years. For me the question has been whether the references were his or ours and, if his, in what spirit is he offering it to us? In any event, thanks very much for yet another great piece and I hope you had a wonderful Easter. Pat
Great piece for Easter, thank you Don. I’ve always liked Dark Eyes, and I can totally picture you and Bob in high school working on all the songs. Do American Pie next!
Thanks Julia. I’ve never taken the time to piece that song together, but I know many others have. There’s Buddy Holly, the Stones, the bloody concert at Altamont, and so much more. I’m more a fan of Starry Night. That’s on my short list of most beautiful contemporary songs ever.
Beautiful memories so well spoken thank you for your insight ❤️God bless you
Thank you Bonnie! God bless you too.
Great perspective on your history with Bob Dylan. I first saw him in concert in 1966 and many times since then. He is one of the most iconic songwriter and wordsmith of all time. He was so impactful during the protest movement of the Sixties. And while his nasal sounding voice and appearance are not for everyone, to dismiss him because of those is to lose life's multifaceted collage of experiences set to music for one interpret and expand. Bob Dylan's genius is also expressed in his breathtaking beautiful and often sublime paintings. Again, it is the images upon images, the flashbacks of one's life striking a cord within us when least expected that ties us to his works. Who can not be moved by the lyrics in: "The Times They Are A-Changing", "Everything Is Broken", "Gotta Serve Somebody", "Hurricane","Shelter From The Storm", "Positively 4th Street", "Like A Rolling Stone" and even "Subterranean Homesick Blues".
Those with bright eyes and ears can capture the intent of his contribution to our lives that dark eyes struggle to appreciate.
Excellent comment Joe! You are the second person I've met in our community who appreciates the great musician! It's good to know there are more of us out there. So I've now seen Dylan live four times and still play a number of his songs when I pick up my guitar. You obviously have a fondness for his early work, as do I, though I find most of what he's done over the decades to be interesting.
Really interesting analysts, Don, of one of the great songs by one of my favorite songwriters who I have been fortunate to see in concert several times. I think Dylan has touched upon religious or spiritual beliefs and imagery in his music for many, many years. For me the question has been whether the references were his or ours and, if his, in what spirit is he offering it to us? In any event, thanks very much for yet another great piece and I hope you had a wonderful Easter. Pat
Thanks Pat! It's great to hear from you and to know you're a Dylan fan too.