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The “thrashy” musician Bob Dylan could listen to forever: “Sincere”
Bob Dylan singled out Neil Young as the musician he could listen to indefinitely, praising his sincerity, distinctive voice and instinct for melody. The article presents the admiration as notable because Dylan is sparing with praise, while the two artists’ mutual respect has endured across decades of influential songwriting careers.
Dylan said Young could make even his “thrashy” material melodic, calling him unmatched in that respect. Their connection included Young joining Dylan on tour in 1988 during a difficult period for Dylan, and Dylan later referencing Young in ‘Highlands’, from his 1997 album Time Out of Mind; Young has also called Dylan “the master”.
In short
- Dylan regards Neil Young as uniquely melodic and sincere.
- Their mutual admiration spans decades of collaboration and influence.
- Young supported Dylan during his 1988 career revival.
Explained simply
Bob Dylan and Neil Young are among rock music's most influential artists, each with a career spanning several decades of prolific songwriting and performance. Both are recognised for their distinctive voices and significant impact on popular music.
The two musicians have maintained a relationship of mutual professional respect over their careers. Young joined Dylan on tour in 1988 during a challenging period for Dylan, and Dylan later referenced Young in his 1997 album Time Out of Mind. Young has previously described Dylan as "the master" when discussing musical influences.
Dylan is known for being selective when offering praise to other artists. The long history between Dylan and Young—including their respective influences on rock music and enduring connection—provides context for understanding why their interactions attract attention from those who follow rock music.