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Dylan live now

Hi friends,

I saw/heard the latest version of Dylan's tour with Charlie Sexton back in the band Monday evening in Seattle. Having seen him maybe 6 times in the past 4 years, I can say that there is a new energy and excitement in these shows. He and Charlie have a connection that causes the music and performances to go to a higher level. Its as if Charlie is not afraid of Bob, and instead is a friend of his, and moves in on him and challenges him to even higher levels of performance, whether its in his singing, guitar playing, harmonica playing, organ playing, and yes even dancing a bit. Truly a remarkable artist now at the top of his game. I urge all fans to experience this while its out there.
rpeluso
ben_campbell
1,169 posts
 
The Christmas album is real hard work.

And that's me being kind.
hdm
1,062 posts
 
I've heard clips only from the Christmas album. I'm a pretty big fan but probably wouldn't pop for it, but it's just not very close to Christmas yet either! It's pretty cheesey but hey, it's for a good cause and I think Bob was just having a bit of fun.

That being said, I've read recent reviews of shows with Charlie Sexton in the band suggesting exactly what the OP has said. Face it, Dylan is an acquired taste, certainly not one to make everyone happy. I saw him about a year and a half ago and the show was excellent, about 3 years ago just so-so. But I think now is the time to see him and Charlie Sexton is a big part of it.

In terms of voice, Bob has turned into Howlin Wolf lite, which is not a bad thing, and recent reviews suggest there is an energy and passion to his performances that has not been there for awhile. At 68, he could drop dead anytime or simply stop touring, so now is the time to see him. There is only one Bob and there may never be anything again quite like him.

I've got 3rd row centre seats for a Nov. 7th show! I'm hoping it's one of his good nights.
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mapman
22,179 posts
 
Well, I haven't heard the Christmas album.

Dylan does Jingle Bells? Hmmmm...why not?
rpeluso OP
1,048 posts
 
I have 4 copies of the Christmas album-it is a classic.
phaelon
1,049 posts
 

I probably shouldn't have specified Jingle Bells. I don't know if it's on the album. Sorry if I misled anyone.
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