Bob Dylan’s Former Guitarist Addresses His Recent Exit
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Key Points:
- Bob Britt, who played acoustic guitar for Bob Dylan since 2019, confirmed he left Dylan's band voluntarily for private reasons, denying rumors that he was fired.
- Britt posted a farewell message on social media hinting at his departure, which was later deleted but sparked widespread speculation among fans.
- He expressed gratitude toward his bandmates and crew and mentioned plans to focus on session work, leaving future touring possibilities open.
- Dylan's first show without Britt took place on June 29 in Austin, Texas, with Joel Paterson, a jazz and blues guitarist, filling in, though his permanent status is unconfirmed.
- Another guitarist, Doug Lancio, also recently left Dylan's band, with Julian Lage temporarily stepping in before not performing at the latest show.
