It is nearly sixty years since Bob Dylan first visited England in the fall of 1962, to participate in the BBC production, "Madhouse on Castle Street". Sixty years, sixty banners united over the fields, where the good shepherd grieves. In about thirty of those sixty years, Dylan visited London for one or more shows. London … Continue reading “Such is life, such is happiness” – Bob Dylan at The London Palladium, 19th of October, 2022
“Je est un autre.” – Bob Dylan at Grand Rex, Paris, 13th of October, 2022
I came across one of his letters called "Je est un autre," which translates into "I is someone else." When I read those words the bells went off. It made perfect sense. I wished someone would have mentioned that to me earlier." (Bob Dylan about Rimbaud:"Chronicles, vol 1") Bob Dylan's masks are many, as is … Continue reading “Je est un autre.” – Bob Dylan at Grand Rex, Paris, 13th of October, 2022
“The Times We’ve Known” – Bob Dylan at Grand Rex in Paris, 12th of October, 2022
Bob Dylan was a great fan of Charles Aznavour, the French-Armenian larger-than-life character, actor, singer and songwriter, who worked closely with Piaf in the forties & early fifties, before making an amazing solo career for the rest of his life. He made a lasting impression on Dylan, who once named him one out of two … Continue reading “The Times We’ve Known” – Bob Dylan at Grand Rex in Paris, 12th of October, 2022
“Sous le ciel de Paris” – Bob Dylan at Grand Rex, Paris, 11th of October 2022
I cannot speak French. It's sad, but true. I understand a few words, I will utter a plain "Merci" when I'm in a good mood, but still, though French is a beautiful language, it's one that I really don't understand, I need translation. Still, when I was a little boy and for the first time … Continue reading “Sous le ciel de Paris” – Bob Dylan at Grand Rex, Paris, 11th of October 2022
“Down In The Groove”, Bob Dylan in Gothenburg, 29th of September 2022
I was just a crazy kid at 22 when I first saw Bob Dylan live, 9th of June 1984 in Gothenburg. I knew for certain that it might be my only chance to see him. I'm reminded of this first epic experience every time I see him in Gothenburg since then - listening to "Mr.Tambourine … Continue reading “Down In The Groove”, Bob Dylan in Gothenburg, 29th of September 2022
“That Old Black Magic Called Bob”. Bob Dylan in Oslo, 25th of September 2022.
It's unbelievable, it's strange, but true - but there he is once again, reigning supreme in his Shadow Kingdom. He is back on the job, singing his heart out for us all, in Oslo Spektrum, the chosen venue of the night, returning here for the first time after a fabulous show the summer of 2019, … Continue reading “That Old Black Magic Called Bob”. Bob Dylan in Oslo, 25th of September 2022.
“Frihet, likhet & brorskap!” Om Karpe i Spektrum, 2022
Språk er kraftig oppskrytt, kan man lett tenke, når selveste Soul Sister Emilie Nicolas mot slutten av konserten synger & roper sjelen ut, som en guddommelig harpe, på toppen av riggen til Raggen & hans bror, i skumringslys, smakfullt & inderlig flankert av eksotisk fløyte- og strengeleik. Det er noe som ligger langt bortenfor ordene … Continue reading “Frihet, likhet & brorskap!” Om Karpe i Spektrum, 2022
“Hey Me, Hey Mama”. The Rise of Sierra Ferrell. (Updated May, 2023)
Once in a blue moon you discover this unique, outstanding talent - you listen to her or him and realize that your world never will be the same - there is a before and after. Limited to female country and folk singers I've experienced this in the last thirty years with singers like Iris Dement, … Continue reading “Hey Me, Hey Mama”. The Rise of Sierra Ferrell. (Updated May, 2023)
Happy 81st Birthday, Mister Bob!
Another great year for mr Dylan - at last following his fabulous album "Rough And Rowdy Ways" (2020) with the long awaited return to the stage - great shows in fall 2021, full of eagerly energy and passion, starting the "Rough And Rowdy World Tour" with a show dominated of his newest material - eight … Continue reading Happy 81st Birthday, Mister Bob!
In A State of Becoming – Bob Dylan, Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour, 2021
The greatest artists were never spokesmen for just one generation. That's what makes them classics. Their work speaks to the part of humanity that never changes through the ages - human nature, the human heart. For he or she who listens, they dig deep and beyond words - if they use words or not, if … Continue reading In A State of Becoming – Bob Dylan, Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour, 2021
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