“Blackmore Shaped My Guitar Playing in a Liberating Way”: Bob Dylan Pays Rare Tribute to Deep Purple’s Ritchie Blackmore in Candid Reflection….“Blackmore has influenced my guitar-playing – just in a liberating way,” Dylan said. “I wouldn’t dare try to copy him. That would be pointless. But watching him, hearing him, it opened a door for me. He made you feel like…Read More⬇️
Bob Dylan has expressed admiration for Ritchie Blackmore, the legendary guitarist known for his work with Deep Purple and Rainbow. Dylan acknowledged Blackmore’s influence on his guitar playing, describing it as “liberating” and noting that watching and hearing Blackmore opened a new perspective for him. Dylan emphasized that he wouldn’t attempt to copy Blackmore’s style, as that would be pointless, but instead, he appreciated the freedom and innovation Blackmore brought to his music.
This sentiment is echoed by Blackmore, who has also praised Dylan. In a 1996 interview, Blackmore expressed a desire to collaborate with Dylan, stating, “I would love to play with Bob Dylan. I mean it sounds kind of funny in a way, but he is the only person I admire in the business.” He further elaborated on his admiration, highlighting Dylan’s creativity and the enduring mystery surrounding him, referring to him as “truly monumental” .
Both musicians have recognized each other’s contributions to music, with Dylan appreciating Blackmore’s impact on his guitar playing and Blackmore admiring Dylan’s songwriting and creative spirit. Their mutual respect underscores the profound influence they’ve had on each other’s work and the broader musical landscape.