Fans Defend Bob Dylan After He Defies Concert Standard During Performance
Bob Dylan never does what you want him to. He's made a career out of defying expectation and going against the grain, whether that's going electric, switching to gospel music, or exclusively performing at a piano, Bob Dylan is gonna do what he wants.
Many opinions sit on either side about the ways in which Dylan conducts his concerts, with some just appreciating the artist for who he is, and others wishing he would give them the concert they want.
It's clear that Dylan has never been a man of fulfilling desires, and that is no exception at a recent concert where Dylan decided to forego the use of screens.
The decision to not use the screens led to a larger conversation around the artist and the way he chooses to perform now, leaving fans on different sides.
"That's Bob. Bob gonna Bob, just to Bob. Over the years of seeing him, he's been great. Sometimes out front, sometimes hidden behind some "keys." It's all just pieces in his puzzle. American treasure. Bobby Zimmerman."
"Not many people get Bob. I do. He never disappoints me because I completely connect to him. Many people have opinions of his performances.""Saw him in 2014/15, and he wore a white leisure suit thing and grinded like Elvis. In 201,7 he was on keys only and hid in the shadows. You never know with Bob."
"Say what you want, but he's always raw and real."
In my opinion, it's not that big of a deal. If you're going to be disappointed in Bob Dylan for defying your expectations, you probably shouldn't be going to one of his shows.
That's practically his brand, and it's one of the things that make him the icon he is. Dylan is just gonna do his thing, and that's what we love about him.🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬
Fans Defend Bob Dylan After He Defies Concert Standard During Performance first appeared on Parade on Jul 7, 2025
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