The Bob Dylan Concert for Just One Person
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- Fredrik Wikingsson, a Swedish TV host, attended a unique Bob Dylan concert where he was the only audience member.
- The concert was part of a series called 'Experiment Ensam' (Experiment Alone), exploring solo experiences typically done in groups.
- Dylan performed four 1950s covers, including songs by Buddy Holly and Fats Domino, which he rarely or never played before or since.
- Wikingsson, a huge Dylan fan, negotiated to be the sole attendee, even offering to pay his own expenses for the experience.
- The performance took place in an empty theater in Philadelphia, chosen for its aesthetic appeal on camera.
- Wikingsson felt a mix of excitement and apprehension, worrying Dylan might dislike the unusual setup.
- Dylan and his band treated the performance seriously, delivering a high-quality show despite the odd circumstances.
- Wikingsson cherished the moment Dylan laughed at the absurdity of the situation, making him feel part of the experience.
- A humorous yet tragic post-concert moment involved Wikingsson's failed attempt to get Dylan to sign Sinatra albums.
- Wikingsson reflects on the concert as a surreal and cherished memory, often reminiscing about it years later.