Originally posted by Bags:
Originally posted by Arlette:
I never "got" him. A crazy admission, I know, from someone who thinks of herself as a music fan. I just never loved loved loved his music.
Hmmm, that's my situation. Seems like I should see this film. [/b]
When I was a kid, some of his songs grated on me (think Kermit on hormones.) Different songs, tones and changes he took, I could take him or leave him.
The book - eh, okay. It's the editing (Dylan's writing) I can't get through. I definitely like the "inside look" to his life back then.
Maybe I need to watch this other video and see "No Direction Home" again. As much as I like some of the footage, etc. I didn't fall in love w/ Dylan by watching.
Couple years ago, a friend told me to get "Blonde On Blonde". Another musician friend has some amazing Dylan covers, so I learned to appreciate the songs/lyrics more.
When I really "got" Dylan was when I saw him live.
So, yeah, he had me at 9:30.