Joan Baez reflects on America under Trump, her ongoing activism, and her life as a singer-songwriter, emphasizing the torn fabric of the nation and the importance of civil disobedience and resilience in challenging times.
In a new documentary, "I Am A Noise," folk icon Joan Baez opens up about her heartbreak over her breakup with Bob Dylan in 1965. Baez reveals that she has finally shed her resentment towards Dylan, thanks in part to painting a portrait of him that helped her let go of the past. The documentary also delves into Baez's personal journey, including her family's dark secret of alleged abuse and her own struggles with relationships. Despite the hardships, Baez is now content living with her dog and singing in the comfort of her own home.
Folk singer Joan Baez admits in the trailer for her upcoming documentary that Bob Dylan broke her heart in 1965, but she has found "total forgiveness" for him after painting a portrait of him. The documentary explores Baez's career, personal life, and activism, featuring never-before-seen footage and recordings. Baez reflects on her relationship with Dylan, her addiction to activism, and her struggles with intimacy. The documentary will be released in limited US theaters, and Baez will attend a screening in Nashville for a discussion and Q&A session.
Folk singer Joan Baez, known for her activism and powerful voice, reflects on her career and personal life in a new documentary called "Joan Baez I Am a Noise." Baez discusses her last tour, her artistic endeavors including drawing and painting, and her decision to open up about her complicated relationship with her parents and allegations of childhood abuse. At 82, Baez has found peace and a new voice, embracing a quieter life and focusing on her own well-being.
In the documentary "Joan Baez I Am a Noise," folk singer Joan Baez shares personal insights from her 60-year career and her involvement in social activism, discussing surprising secrets, her heartbreak caused by Bob Dylan, and her lighter side.
The Guardian asked six female artists to discuss Bob Dylan's work, highlighting the range of female characters in his music. Female artists such as Cher, Joan Baez, Marianne Faithfull, Nico, Bettye LaVette, Mavis Staples, Emmylou Harris, PJ Harvey, and Nina Simone have covered Dylan's songs, bringing their own interpretations and unique styles to his music. The playlist includes songs like "All I Really Want to Do," "Simple Twist of Fate," "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue," "I'll Keep It With Mine," "Ain't Talkin'," "Gotta Serve Somebody," "Visions of Johanna," "Every Grain of Sand," "Highway 61 Revisited," and "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues."
Monica Barbaro is in final negotiations to join Timothée Chalamet in the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, directed by James Mangold for Searchlight Pictures. Barbaro will play Joan Baez, the folk singer and activist who performed at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965, where Dylan shook up the folk music scene by going electric. Production is set to begin this summer in New York. Barbaro's next project is starring opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger in Netflix's global spy action comedy series FUBAR.