Bob Dylan's unexpected phone call to the control room led to a unique friendship between the caller and legendary Eurythmics musician Dave Stewart - a remarkable turn of events that Stewart initially mistook for a prank call.
In 1985, a phone call from an unexpected source would change the course of Dave Stewart's musical journey. While working in a recording studio in Los Angeles, Stewart received a call from none other than Bob Dylan. Initially thinking it was a prank, Stewart soon realised it was the legendary musician himself, marking the beginning of a longstanding friendship and multiple collaborations between them [1][5].
Stewart, a member of the popular band Eurythmics, had grown up listening to Dylan's music. The unexpected call led to a personal meeting in 1985, where they shared a meal and drank sake, setting the stage for a deep and lasting connection [2]. This connection extended into creative collaborations, with Stewart releasing a cover album titled Dave Does Dylan this month, featuring 14 of Dylan's most beloved hits [3].
Their relationship developed into a close friendship, with meetings becoming more common and informal, such as sitting around Stewart’s kitchen table in England. This artistic bond was showcased in a performance in Tokyo, where the audience's reaction was nothing short of amazing for Stewart. He even captured their enthusiasm on a tiny video camera, with the Japanese audience screaming "How does it feel?" during the chorus of Like A Rolling Stone [4].
Over the years, Stewart and Dylan performed together multiple times, demonstrating the global reach of Dylan's music. The experience in Tokyo was particularly memorable for Stewart, as he was approximately 12 inches away from Dylan's face during the performance [6].
The latest issue of Guitarist magazine features interviews with Stewart and other musicians, delving deeper into this unique musical partnership [7]. For Stewart, his connection to Dylan extends beyond a surface-level appreciation for the music. It's a testament to the power of unexpected connections and the enduring impact of great art.
[1] Dave Stewart on His Bob Dylan Collaborations [2] Dave Stewart on His Friendship with Bob Dylan [3] Dave Stewart's Tribute to Bob Dylan [4] Dave Stewart's Tokyo Performance with Bob Dylan [5] The Unexpected Call that Changed Dave Stewart's Life [6] Dave Stewart's Tokyo Experience with Bob Dylan [7] Guitarist Magazine Interviews Dave Stewart
- Dave Stewart's musical journey took an unusual turn in 1985 when he received an unexpected call from Bob Dylan, marking the beginning of a longstanding friendship and multiple collaborations.
- Stewart, a guitarist, was particularly moved by the personal meeting with Dylan, where they shared a meal and connected on a deep level, setting the stage for their creative collaborations.
- The entertainment industry and pop-culture have been captivated by the unique musical partnership between Stewart and Dylan, as witnessed in their Tokyo performance that left the audience in awe.
- Stewart's appreciation for Dylan's music has extended beyond simple admiration, becoming a testament to the power of unexpected connections and the enduring impact of great art, as showcased in the latest issue of Guitarist magazine.
