Dave Stewart Talks Dylan, DIY, and Decades of Music – 2 New Video Interviews and a USA Today Interview gives us a deep dive into “Dave Does Dylan”

With Dave Does Dylan now streaming and the limited Sky Blue vinyl edition on the way, fans are getting a closer look at the heart behind the album through a trio of new interviews and features.

USA Today Interview: A Friendship Turned Album
In a recent USA Today feature, Dave Stewart reflects on his 40-year friendship with Bob Dylan and how the album came together almost by accident. What started as casual iPhone recordings for Instagram turned into a 14-track acoustic tribute. Stewart shares how Dylan’s music kept him company through life’s highs and lows, and how their connection began with a surprise phone call in the 1980s. The piece also touches on Stewart’s early days singing Dylan songs in Sunderland folk clubs and his continued love for the vinyl format.

Produce Like A Pro: The Spirit of DIY
In a wide-ranging interview with Warren Huart on Produce Like A Pro, Stewart opens up about his creative process—from building a DIY studio in a picture-framing factory to co-writing with Tom Petty in hotel rooms. He talks about the raw, one-take nature of Dave Does Dylan, and how spontaneity and intuition have guided his career. The interview is a masterclass in trusting your instincts and letting music happen naturally, whether it’s looping tape echoes or filming Dylan with an 8mm camera.

Marty Music Feature: Vinyl, Blues, and Legends
On Marty Music, Stewart shares stories from his musical journey: discovering blues records as a teenager, experimenting with synths, and collaborating with icons like Dylan, George Harrison, and Stevie Nicks. It’s a relaxed, insightful look at how his influences shaped Dave Does Dylan, and why the album feels like a return to his roots.

These interviews reveal the soul of Dave Does Dylan—not just as a tribute, but as a reflection of Stewart’s lifelong relationship with music, storytelling, and friendship. Whether you’re spinning the record or streaming the tracks, these conversations add depth to every listen.

The 2 video interviews are below along with a link to the USA today interview.