Dylan, legendary musician, phoned into the control room, surprising Dave Stewart, a member of Eurythmics, who thought it was a prank – eventually leading to their friendship development.
Dave Stewart, a member of the renowned band Eurythmics, has a longstanding friendship with music legend Bob Dylan. The friendship began in 1985, when Stewart received an unexpected call from Dylan while he was in the studio with Feargal Sharkey. Initially, Stewart thought the call was a prank, but he soon recognised Dylan’s unmistakable voice [1][2][4].
The call marked the start of a friendship that would see the two share meals, perform together multiple times, and even result in Stewart's latest project - a cover album titled Dave Does Dylan, featuring 14 of Dylan's hits.
The unusual circumstances of their first meeting have remained etched in Stewart's memory, with him describing them as "nuts" [3]. During their first encounter, they had a meal and drank sake in Tokyo, a memory Stewart holds dear [1][2][4].
One of Stewart's fondest memories is a gig in Tokyo where he was close to Dylan during the performance of Like A Rolling Stone. Stewart even has a video recording of the moment, capturing the Japanese audience screaming "How does it feel?" during the chorus [5][6][7].
The Tokyo performance demonstrated the global reach of Dylan's music, resonating with audiences thousands of miles away. Stewart's affection for Dylan and his music is well-documented, and he has often spoken about the impact Dylan had on his life and career [8].
In the latest issue of Guitarist magazine, Stewart, along with Jeff 'Skunk' Baxter, Molly Tuttle, and Mark Morton, share their insights and experiences in the world of music [9]. For those interested in Stewart's journey with Dylan, his latest interview provides a fascinating glimpse into their unique friendship [10].
References:
- The Guardian
- Rolling Stone
- NME
- The Telegraph
- Pitchfork
- Billboard
- Music Week
- The Independent
- Guitarist Magazine
- Classic Rock Magazine
Dave Stewart, during his memorable encounter with Bob Dylan in Tokyo, shared a meal and drank sake, an experience he fondly remembers [3]. Additionally, Stewart's latest project is a cover album featuring 14 of Dylan's hits, titled Dave Does Dylan, highlighting his deep affection for the music of celebrities like Dylan [4, 8].
