I put together this compilation of Bob Dylan stories from interviews I've done over the years. I'm hoping this will help people find these stories. If you watch all the way through, press the like button and leave your favorite emoji in the comments, it will help more people find this video in the future. Have you ever seen Bob live? Do you have a favorite era, album or song?
I didn’t see Bob until a couple or three years ago…the Rough and Rowdy Ways tour, but it was a magical feeling just being in the same zip code with him. No classics played of course. The closest to that was Gotta Serve Somebody with a rocked up rhythm. I envy people who saw him play It’s Alright Ma or similar tunes. My favorite album? Hard to say, but I think the one that means the most to me is Blood on the Tracks because by that time I was of an age where I could really appreciate a new Dylan release.
Thank you, Otis, for filling my evening with great Dylan stories. After the drama that took place earlier this week, I needed to focus on my first love-music. This was the perfect salve. Much gratitude.
You mean DT winning? Yeah, you're right, that was pretty traumatizing. I wonder who old boy voted for, eh? I hope he's still got his mind right. Don't forget where you came from, Bob Dylan.
Bob was always one of those heroes I wanted to meet but never did. So of course I got to meet his longtime girlfriend Joan Baez. It was in 1974 at the old Chaplin/A&M studios in California. I went there to accompany a guy who was interviewing her for the alternative press. I kept super polite, babysat her son, and never mentioned Bob. Joan was wonderful.
To Kenny's yarn about seeing Van Morrison with Georgie Fame : A bass player friend of mine was supposed to do a European tour with Van . The band rehearsed for several weeks with the MD , but no actual physical presence of Van , because apparently Mr Morrison doesn't like rehearsal rooms ( or bands for that matter ) Anyhoo , shortly before they are supposed to head off , Van goes out to see Georgie Fame and the Blue Flames , sits in for the encore , has the time of his life , then hires the entire ensemble for his tour . My pal got paid for the rehearsals , but never once got to be in the same room as ' The Man ' .
"Don't Look Back?" I was giddy as school girl watching that whole film. Donovan, Baez and all the supporting actors made it happen. We are all actors on the stage of life!❤ "Gimmie grace in all my deeds. " Invocation to Tahuti.
What a fantastic compilation. I’ve had to watch it in bits due to time constraints, but sooo enjoyable. Otis, could you do a similar video of Jerry Lee Lewis?
A longtime keys player in Nashville was on a couple of Van Morrisons albums. When we were talking I asked him what Van was like. “Honestly, Van Morrison is the single most miserable person I have known in a long career in the music industry. I dont think he has had a happy day in his whole life. He looks for things to be upset and depressed about”
Awesome! Thanks for putting this together & to all else involved with the interviews. ... Looking forward to checking it on out. ... Even if I've probably already heard most of em 😂🤣😂. Thanks again Mr. Otis, and best wishes to you & yours
I would like hear “Infidels” produced by a young Daniel Lanois. One thing I would not change would be Mick Taylor’s beautiful guitar solo during the outro of “Sweetheart Like You.”
This Is Your Longest Vid for Bob Dylan or any other Music Artist in Your Pod Cast Otis….. for Me I Bought Highway 61 in the Late 60’s and One of The Reasons I’m still rehearsing and trying to get to The Grammys! But That Is A Great Compilation, Sir! “Keep The Music Pure”
Dylan drove past me on San Vincente blvd in Hollywood in a really pathetically dented and rusted VW beetle, our eyes met for an instant like people do---i remember thinking wow, that was Bob Dylan in that crappy car!
“Cousin” Kenny Vaughan mentions playing with Sweethearts of the Rodeo (the first time he met Dylan). I saw Sweethearts at the Lone Star Roadhouse in midtown Manhattan, and the opening act was Garth Brooks - his first NYC appearance!
Ive seen Bob Dylan a lot over the years 88 90 92 2009 and this summer with outlaw festival in st Louis seeing him on a double bill with Merle Haggard was probably my favorite time a hippie lady came up to me before the show and said I had an oura around my head she kinda tripped me out she had written a book about Bob signed by her not Bob I not sure what happened to book I probably put it away somewhere his rolling thunder tour era was another favorite thanks for posting otis
oh wow, I always assumed that the cue card/subterranean homesick blues was shot in NY, USA. i can;t understand why it's not as popular 'kodak moment' as abbey road zebra crossing.
I’m convinced he came over to sign Chronicles in Lafayette, IN after a show because my then 14 year old son called him over. He was as sweet as he could be! I kissed his cheek with permission
In the mid 1980s i was going to university in Calgary Canada and had a part time job working at a movie theatre...it was a rainy cold night on a Tuesday and we had let in the few people for the final shows that had shown up and i went back to studying in the front kiosk with my back turned to the ticket window when this voice that i had heard a million times come out from nowhere - " hey mister sir can we get 3 tickets for Top Gun, yeah. Top Gun thats what you girls wanted to see right?"...I turn around and there is Bob with two black girls - his backup singers - looking at me...all i could muster was a "oh okay sure" and slide the 3 tickets out thru glass and one of the black chicks took them and then they went in...i dont think they even paid haha- so I waited for them to come out after the movie to say good night and be more on the ball this time...but they never came out, i looked inside, nobody there - how Bob and his girls got out of that theatre w/o me seeing them - one way in one way out - is still a mystery to me.
Otis , could you or anybody in here tell me who the singer songwriter is at about half way though. The gentlemen with the long hair hat , awesome Dylan impression and use to live with Jewel is ?
Hardest guy in music business to work for. Bob fired almost everyone who worked for him including his long time bodyguard Baron. Genius at song writing but toxic to employees.
I believe I commented on the first story when it was originally posted, but I believe it was Van Morrison who very rudely told Bob, right in earshot of Winston and the entire band, “I like your band Bob, except you should replace that drummer”. I lost some respect for Van with that. Winston is an excellent drummer
Man ,he wrote most of those classic songs in 15 minutes on the typewriter ...many times without the luxury of quiet surroundings in which to work ...children playing in the house ...music blaring in the background ...visitors talking and laughing in the house . Not the ideal environment in which to compose works of art ! He must have perfect concentration ,amongst other gifts ?
As a songwriter who would I have picked as a producer? Certainly not a performer. It would have to be someone whose life strictly revolves around record production and using the right engineers.
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I put together this compilation of Bob Dylan stories from interviews I've done over the years. I'm hoping this will help people find these stories. If you watch all the way through, press the like button and leave your favorite emoji in the comments, it will help more people find this video in the future.
Have you ever seen Bob live?
Do you have a favorite era, album or song?
Saw him at the Hulman Center in '78 or '79 ? while attending ISU. I like his early stuff the best like "Talkin' WWIII Blues" ,etc.
Definitely watching all the way through. These are some of the best sections of people's interviews.
I didn’t see Bob until a couple or three years ago…the Rough and Rowdy Ways tour, but it was a magical feeling just being in the same zip code with him. No classics played of course. The closest to that was Gotta Serve Somebody with a rocked up rhythm. I envy people who saw him play It’s Alright Ma or similar tunes. My favorite album? Hard to say, but I think the one that means the most to me is Blood on the Tracks because by that time I was of an age where I could really appreciate a new Dylan release.
Awesome. Seeing Dylan on Tuesday for the third time in a decade. Can't wait!
Two hours of Bob Dylan stories? This might be your RUclips Magnum Opus Otis! 👍😊☮
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Magnum Otis !!! 😊
Thank you, Otis, for filling my evening with great Dylan stories. After the drama that took place earlier this week, I needed to focus on my first love-music. This was the perfect salve. Much gratitude.
Thanks for posting this. I need a distraction from the event of two days ago. I need another Otis Gibbs Coffee Talk soon.
You mean DT winning? Yeah, you're right, that was pretty traumatizing. I wonder who old boy voted for, eh? I hope he's still got his mind right. Don't forget where you came from, Bob Dylan.
@@Joeyjojoshabbadoo Yeah my heart is broken.
We all took one on the chin this week. Rest up, watch more Otis videos, then get strong.
Bob was always one of those heroes I wanted to meet but never did. So of course I got to meet his longtime girlfriend Joan Baez. It was in 1974 at the old Chaplin/A&M studios in California. I went there to accompany a guy who was interviewing her for the alternative press. I kept super polite, babysat her son, and never mentioned Bob. Joan was wonderful.
Thanks Otis..!! This is great..! ❤
Thank you my friend.
Thank you for putting these all together,
To Kenny's yarn about seeing Van Morrison with Georgie Fame : A bass player friend of mine was supposed to do a European tour with Van . The band rehearsed for several weeks with the MD , but no actual physical presence of Van , because apparently Mr Morrison doesn't like rehearsal rooms ( or bands for that matter ) Anyhoo , shortly before they are supposed to head off , Van goes out to see Georgie Fame and the Blue Flames , sits in for the encore , has the time of his life , then hires the entire ensemble for his tour . My pal got paid for the rehearsals , but never once got to be in the same room as ' The Man ' .
I love listening to Peter Case and Kenny Vaughn for different reasons, they are both so interesting.
Thank you. I am far away in SE Asia. Feeling a bit confused about your country. But the music , particularly Bob's, gives me hope.
"Don't Look Back?" I was giddy as school girl watching that whole film. Donovan, Baez and all the supporting actors made it happen. We are all actors on the stage of life!❤ "Gimmie grace in all my deeds. " Invocation to Tahuti.
Thanks!
Great mega Dylan post, Otis! I like the different personalities and their divergent, memorable impressions. Very cool. 😎
I saw Lucinda Williams' band up in Ninilchik Alaska in '14 - what a great performance!
Very much appreciated sir.
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Hope you’re well.
I am reading this book now- it's so good. Long live Bob Dylan!
Thank You, Happy Birthday!
What a fantastic compilation. I’ve had to watch it in bits due to time constraints, but sooo enjoyable.
Otis, could you do a similar video of Jerry Lee Lewis?
Getting me through my work day, brother. Tha ks!
I’m going to see Bob on Friday in Nottingham. Brilliant Bob. Cheers for this🏴🇬🇧
Priceless! Wonderful stuff, thank you Otis
A longtime keys player in Nashville was on a couple of Van Morrisons albums. When we were talking I asked him what Van was like. “Honestly, Van Morrison is the single most miserable person I have known in a long career in the music industry. I dont think he has had a happy day in his whole life. He looks for things to be upset and depressed about”
Awesome! Thanks for putting this together & to all else involved with the interviews. ... Looking forward to checking it on out. ... Even if I've probably already heard most of em 😂🤣😂.
Thanks again Mr. Otis, and best wishes to you & yours
Hey there, Otis. Thanks for all of your videos! Fantastic collection of stories. Quick question for you. You ever come into contact with Bo Ramsey?
Great compilation. Seen before, glad to see them together. Also, forehead-slap reminder to get the book!
this is really good stuff
Thank you Otis, this defines a 'good round up' that could put a smile on a buckeroo with good roping skills ⾺
Thanx for some great stories ❤
I would like hear “Infidels” produced by a young Daniel Lanois. One thing I would not change would be Mick Taylor’s beautiful guitar solo during the outro of “Sweetheart Like You.”
Thank you Otis
This Is Your Longest Vid for Bob Dylan or any other Music Artist in Your Pod Cast Otis….. for Me I Bought Highway 61 in the Late 60’s and One of The Reasons I’m still rehearsing and trying to get to The Grammys! But That Is A Great Compilation, Sir! “Keep The Music Pure”
Long Live Bob Dylan
Dylan drove past me on San Vincente blvd in Hollywood in a really pathetically dented and rusted VW beetle, our eyes met for an instant like people do---i remember thinking wow, that was Bob Dylan in that crappy car!
Wow. Was this recently
Lol , awesome !
“Cousin” Kenny Vaughan mentions playing with Sweethearts of the Rodeo (the first time he met Dylan). I saw Sweethearts at the Lone Star Roadhouse in midtown Manhattan, and the opening act was Garth Brooks - his first NYC appearance!
Ive seen Bob Dylan a lot over the years 88 90 92 2009 and this summer with outlaw festival in st Louis seeing him on a double bill with Merle Haggard was probably my favorite time a hippie lady came up to me before the show and said I had an oura around my head she kinda tripped me out she had written a book about Bob signed by her not Bob I not sure what happened to book I probably put it away somewhere his rolling thunder tour era was another favorite thanks for posting otis
oh wow, I always assumed that the cue card/subterranean homesick blues was shot in NY, USA. i can;t understand why it's not as popular 'kodak moment' as abbey road zebra crossing.
i had always thought Homesick was filmed on Elizabeth or some street in west village--cool!
💙💙💙💙💙💙
Kenny Vaughan!
I’m convinced he came over to sign Chronicles in Lafayette, IN after a show because my then 14 year old son called him over. He was as sweet as he could be! I kissed his cheek with permission
That's tremendous, Carol! ❤
Awesome!
Loved it
In the mid 1980s i was going to university in Calgary Canada and had a part time job working at a movie theatre...it was a rainy cold night on a Tuesday and we had let in the few people for the final shows that had shown up and i went back to studying in the front kiosk with my back turned to the ticket window when this voice that i had heard a million times come out from nowhere - " hey mister sir can we get 3 tickets for Top Gun, yeah. Top Gun thats what you girls wanted to see right?"...I turn around and there is Bob with two black girls - his backup singers - looking at me...all i could muster was a "oh okay sure" and slide the 3 tickets out thru glass and one of the black chicks took them and then they went in...i dont think they even paid haha- so I waited for them to come out after the movie to say good night and be more on the ball this time...but they never came out, i looked inside, nobody there - how Bob and his girls got out of that theatre w/o me seeing them - one way in one way out - is still a mystery to me.
Enjoyed this very much. Who told the story about Bob Dylan being found casing his old house? That was an interesting story.
Otis , could you or anybody in here tell me who the singer songwriter is at about half way though. The gentlemen with the long hair hat , awesome Dylan impression and use to live with Jewel is ?
Omg hearing that gurf story Jesus
47:08……c’mon man. I love Lou Reed’s voice.
Ditto
A big fan of Bob’s and Zappa. So enjoyed those anecdotes.
Frank would have done a great job producing Infidels.
Hardest guy in music business to work for. Bob fired almost everyone who worked for him including his long time bodyguard Baron. Genius at song writing but toxic to employees.
Thanks Otis. I dig dylan
I believe I commented on the first story when it was originally posted, but I believe it was Van Morrison who very rudely told Bob, right in earshot of Winston and the entire band, “I like your band Bob, except you should replace that drummer”. I lost some respect for Van with that. Winston is an excellent drummer
Johnny’s in the basement…
Man ,he wrote most of those classic songs in 15 minutes on the typewriter ...many times without the luxury of quiet surroundings in which to work ...children playing in the house ...music blaring in the background ...visitors talking and laughing in the house . Not the ideal environment in which to compose works of art ! He must have perfect concentration ,amongst other gifts ?
As a songwriter who would I have picked as a producer? Certainly not a performer. It would have to be someone whose life strictly revolves around record production and using the right engineers.
He needs safety!
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Hi Otis! Thanks for putting this all together. Peace man. (Dan from camp whatthefolk)