Remembering Art Dudley
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ส.ค. 2024
- Very sad news, Stereophile writer and Deputy Editor Art Dudley passed away on Tuesday, April 14. His wife Janet and daughter Julia are in my thoughts.
Thanks to Ken Micallef for wonderful Art Dudley photos.
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I still find it unbelievable that Art has died. I never knew him in person but have "read" him for 30 years. Listener was my favorite mag by far. My heart goes out to his wife and daughter.
I enjoyed the style of Art Dudley when I was a reader of Stereophile. Thanks for letting us know and for a nice tribute.
I can't believe he is gone........ my heart is broken ..... the world is a smaller place without him........
- The Best Audio writer EVER!! -- And a great human being truthful , warm , funny , and he Loved Audio!!!
I met Art at the 2014 Munich High-end show while talking to John DeVore in the Sibatone/Western Electric/GIP room. He came across as a really nice guy, not all full of himself like some audio reviewers, but warm and friendly. He will be greatly missed at Stereophile magazine and by all who met him, and all those who enjoyed his articles. Thanks Steve for making this video. We can all see how hard it must have been to do...
Thank you for sharing your memories of Art. I always appreciated his reviews, his style and his love for music, the greatest art form of all, transcending time and space.
Thanks, Steve
RIP. God bless his soul. I have enjoyed his writings.
Sad. Listener was my fav audio magazine... beautiful tribute.
RIP... sorry about your buddy. This is a fitting tribute. I bet he would've liked it.
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A dear man who loved guitars (which is how we connected, through his work at The Fretboard Journal) and music. I agree with you; the best writer on audio that I have experienced. RIP, Art.
Art’s erudition about all things musical was an inspiration-I was continually in awe with the depth of his knowledge about bluegrass and classical
and whilst I wasn’t a fan of flea powered amps and high sensitivity speakers, the wry way he went about his business was unique-bless you Mr Dudley
Oh dear! I had no idea until I saw your video Steve. May Art rest in piece. He was a true legend in this industry (way overused word by fitting in his case). I always loved his no nonsense approach to hifi, respected his vast knowledge, enjoyed his jokes and easy writing style. I thought he was a very safe pair of hands when it came to reviewing hifi gear. I am actually quite upset by his passing even though I never knew him or met him. I guess it happen when you hear that someone you look up to is no longer here.
I am sorry for your loss. I can see from your video that how much he meant to you. I feel for Art’s friends and family. Thank you for sharing some of your experiences with Art and stay safe Steve. We need you to live until you are 100.
I only know of Art through his work. Art's written work was superb in my opinion. His intellect and wit simply meshed well with my sensibilities.
Then, with the ever rising popularity of TH-cam, immediately upon viewing video content that included Art, one gets a sense of his gentle sweetness and grace that he imparts upon every topic of discussion.
Steve I'm sorry for your loss.
From the Listener to Stereophile, a man with special gifts, and a unique world view. He will be terribly missed. Have a bunny, Art. My condolences.
Very sad to lose Art. I always loved his work. We would email each other but never met. Much love to his family and memory.
So sorry, Steve, for your loss. I loved your collaborations at Listener - and I have every copy. You took me along on this musical journey with you and that is irreplaceable, as is Art. RIP.
Love his writing. Loved his hifi. He didn’t need the latest gear. He didn’t use the stuff he reviewed. He used the gear that he loved. Great in a reviewer.
You have done a great thing,sharing your feelings and experiences about your friend,Mr .Dudley...
I never knew Art but have been a fan of his writing and sense of humor since Listener. I was also happy when he joined Stereophile. I completely agree that he was the best audio writer. RIP Art
I know it's been 3 years now but I still miss art thanks to you Steve I got to know art Dudley's work and after his passing I was lucky enough to win some auctions on eBay I cherish those albums and CD procol harum signed by Gary Booker and Reid!! Thanks
Very sad news
He was absolutely a wonderful presence, condolences to Art's family. He will be greatly missed.
An audiophile legend
Art seamed like a cool dude, and your endearing segment on him was touching proof of it. Deep felt sympathy too anyone effected by his loss. Really appreciate you Steve and your contribution to enthusiasts of great sound. Praying peace for Mr.Dudley’s family and friends during this difficult time. ✌️🎼
Art will be missed. I got great enjoyment over the years from reading his many reviews wisdom humor and ramblings. I need a bunny.
Art you are missed by our entire HiFi community!!! You enriched all of us with your wisdom, your leadership and your writing!!! You were a true gentleman at any occasion I had a privilege to talk to you!!!
I first met Art through a pennysaver ad in the late 1970’s.
As all musicians did back then, he was looking to fill in membership for a pop/dance/folk/ type band.
I showed up with my bass and we jammed hard…..so hard in fact that then and there he switched to power pop with a punk attitude. I didn’t join but we were great friends for life.
He put together a tight trio he called The Norm, a very special mostly originals band with a fantastic audience rapport and dozens of dancing maniacs every gig. The fan base was darn good for the clubs and The Norm was quite busy doing good business through the 1980’s.
I worked in another band at the time and we crossed paths often. Many nights after gigs we’d get breakfast with our close knit coterie of pals and band-wives. Art Dudley, for those who don’t know, was an unlikely but very real small time rock star but a sweet souled two-feet-on-the-ground type of presence on and off stage.
He was clearly more than clever. He was more than brilliant. I know deep down he was a genius with a massive heart, lots of patience, wit and humor. He wrote such exiting and wonderful songs. I did have the pleasure of recording many of these in a couple of studios back when, with Art producing. The cherished cassette recordings still sound pretty good still.
I can’t believe he’s gone.
All my love to Janet and “Mousy”.
Steve great tribute to Art! I was just revisiting Art's Audiophile TH-cam videos a few days ago, so was shocked to hear about his passing. He was giving a tour of his "new" house from a couple years ago. He seemed so vibrant. He will be missed!
Just learned this evening. Very sad. Thanks for the narrative.
I didn't know Art, but this is so sad. RIP good sir. Thanks for sharing your memories Steve.
Hello, Steve. You have truly captured the spirit of Art Dudley.
I first met "Artie" about 1976 when he was a copywriter and I was an on-air announcer at two small radio stations in the college town we both lived. We immediately became very close friends and lived together in a household shared by members of a short-lived folk-rock band known as "Witness." He became the Best Man at my wedding in 1980. Later, still, I designed the original "Listener" magazine masthead and loved reading every issue, especially the quirky cover photos. I still own and love the towering Magnapan MG speakers that were once Art's and, like your story Steve, he insisted on coming to my home to set them up for me. He truly loved music, audio, writing songs, and telling stories. He was a true intellect without excuse and became such a good friend to so many. So many more stories to tell. Thanks, Steve, for such a wonderful recount. Cheers.
I'm replying to my own post to underscore Steve's statement, "Art Dudley is the best audio writer of all time." - I totally agree. There is no equal and probably never will be.
I had to come back and watch this again. I have read many articles from Art in the roughly 30 years I’ve been an audiophile. He was unique and you always knew you’d been in for some tongue in cheek reading while being educated. Just sad to think he’s gone......
Art was the best...thanks for making this tribute to him. Unfortunately, the best among us seem to leave too soon.
My favorite audio writer. He will be missed.
RIP Art Dudley. I never bought any of the magazines but I have read a number of his reviews online. Perhaps most memorable to me was Ken Micallef's VERY recent two-part video he did with Art where Art talked about his favourite jazz lps and took us on a tour through his system. That's really worth checking out for anyone who is interested. Sorry for your loss, Steve.
I had a few private message chats with Art on FB and it was always such a joy to chat. Such a lovely, deep, warm Gentle Man.
Original , real, authentic, passionate , excellent audio writer, a sad lost!
RIP Art. Sad loss. I used to enjoy his articles, TH-cam videos etc. He was a real valve/vintage fan as am I ☹️
Nice job Steve. I used to read Listener and was hooked on Art. One of the few audio guys where I could read any of his work and be entertained.
Art was one of my FB friends and I didn’t really know him, but he took the time to leave a warm comment on my mother’s passing a few years ago. I was very moved by that. You are spot on about his articles, I really enjoyed each and every one of them. Very sad news indeed.
So sorry for the loss of such a fine gentleman. RIP
his articles in stereophile were always the first ones i would read.
Steve, my sincere condolences. Your grief is visible and understandable and I’m sorry for your loss.
I took some time today to watch some of this great man’s videos and I caught a glimpse of what a unique legend of a person he was. That one where he has recently moved into his new house a few years back, what a brilliant video. Such a warm, intelligent and interesting guy with a great sense of humor.
Really sad news. Rest In Peace Sir and stay safe and well to all his friends and family.
A lovely tribute and great memories shared.
I didn`t know him. But in every video he was in , he seem to have been a very warm and kind person.
He always made me intrested in the music or the products he was talking about.
Must be a great loss for all of you who knew him. Greetings from Sweden.
I used to always buy Listener Magazine. It was Art's review of the Meadowlark Kestrals that caused me to purchase those wonderful speakers. He was spot on in his assessments. This is sad to lose him but he brought music to so many. So sad to hear of his passing.
Sounds like a great guy, and a loss to the industry, thanks for sharing this sad news.
Steve.. you are right about Art being a storyteller, he seemed to be able to weave every day life into his columns.Such a great loss for the audio community and so sorry you lost a friend.
Great Memories Steve , a very interesting man was Art much like yourself. I have read articles from him as well as you. I wish I had his talent or yours. I just watched the ken series on Dudley and Fremer before this unfortunate circumstance. Very sad day. Be well all.
My sincerest condolences to you Steve and to Art's family as you both deal with the loss of a loved one. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding cover you and Art's family.
Thanks for posting. RIP AD.
I always looked forward to his reviews in Stereophile. Sad. 😢
Thanks for your sincere tribute
Only saw Art in a few TH-cam videos but instantly loved his personality. Condolences to his family and friends.
i really enjoy the stereophile video he made showing his gear
my condolences Steve
Sorry for the loss of your friend, he sounds like a great guy. I never came across Listener but I wish I would have, it looks like a really cool magazine.
Really sad to hear this. Loved his writing and his understated humour. R.I.P. Art.
Stereophile won't be the same without his contribution..
Such a loss for all audiophiles, anywhere in the world.
Heartfelt sympathy to his family. RIP Art!
Art and a Post-it.....I saw a copy of "Listener" in a local Hi-Fi Shop and was immediately hooked, I sent a check for a subscription and for back issues. In return I received one of Art's (in)famous post it-notes stating he was closing up shop and going home for the day because of my generous order. A class act and an exceptional writer, I waited with baited breath and instantly devoured each issue of "Listener".
Thank you so much for your work.
The news truly shook me. Art had a special gift. A calming spirituality hung over his writing. I’ve been following Art since Listener days. A major influence over my audiophile and music life. So sad...but he’s listening to greater musics now. RIP Art.
Wow.....what a great loss....I remember seeing his first issues on the news stand....after that I had issues mail to my home in Brooklyn....love them all which I still have...I know we loved idler wheel turntables which I have a
TD 124....and a Nottingham Hyperspace.....but so sorry to hear of Arts passing my he Rest in peace and prayers to his family 🙏🏻😔😢
I only met Art once a very long time ago. I think he was working for Harry Pearson at the time as his "set-up" guy. We only had a brief conversation but I still have a vivid memory of the impression he made on me as being a really decent person. Reading him over the years I also came to appreciate his wry somewhat iconoclastic sense of humor. Art followed his muse, he was an individual, and a poet. For some reason audio produces some great writers, and Art was certainly one of them.
Love that you are a Procol harum fan.Their Blu ray Live at Union chapel has one of best concert sound qualities I ever heard.
Sorry for your loss Guttie. Love your channel by the way. Look forward to it every week.
😢😢😢 sad news, no doubt. We’ll all miss Art and his contributions to the world of audio and the enjoyment of music in the home. So long Art.
Sorry you lost your friend. I am glad you have some happy memories to outweigh the sadness. Hopefully we will have some story’s to share in Denver, the next time the show comes around. Stay safe...
I’m very sad and sorry for your loss of your friend. I enjoyed his writing and will miss it.
Agree with you Steve, he was the best writer. I loved Listener magazine, and still own every issue. I was sad when it ceased, and I still remember pretty well my happiness when I heard he would be writing for Stereophile. He is leaving a pair of shoes no one can fill.
A proper heartfelt send off to a friend - sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear about Art. Friendships like that don't come often, and you have my condolences. I've been a Procolholic since 1970, and was really surprised at their mention in your video. You'll be thinking of Art every time you spin a Procol disc...bittersweet but memories of great times can't be beat.
This is such sad news, a real loss of a truly gifted man.. I can see this loss has effected you deeply Steve & I wish I could say something to make it better but sadly I know that isn't possible. I can honestly say I know how you're feeling. AJ Conti of Basis was a close friend of mine & I spoke to him a couple of weeks before his sudden death making plans to have coffee before the audio show here in California, I still can't believe he's gone. Life is a funny thing as we make plans & God laughs. Sadly time is our most precious commodity that we can't buy at any cost. Even though he is gone he will always be with you & I'm sure you are a better person because of it, all the best.
Sorry to hear about your friend Steve. Listening music will be a way to honor his life and passion and also to heal.
So sorry for your loss Steve. I’m sure he was lucky to have called you a friend.
Truly shocking and terribly sad news when I read about it yesterday and a huge loss. I am happy that he did not suffer for a prolonged period. I was a subscriber to Listener. Loved it. Art was an Altec guy - my kind of guy. Three greatest audio writers of all time (whether you agreed with them or not at times)....Art, Herb, Dr. Gizmo (Harvey Rosenberg). Love/loved their use of language.
Deeply sorry about his passing! His writing kept me coming to Stereophile.
I'm not an original english speaker so it was very hard to get to the point of reading specialized magazine with eloquent wiriters who are using wide range of words to describe music mostly. But when I got close to enough, I always liked Art's reviews because he had never lost his sight from what is important and he did it so smoothly. He was my favourite writer along with you Steve. Two of you always kept things simple and fun! Take care!
I enjoyed his writing. He talked me into entry level Naim, no regrets. Nice tribute, Steve.
He was the best Hi-Fi gear reviewer I've ever read. May he Rest in Peace.
Nice tribute to your friend and co-worker Steve. I liked his writing and I liked that he liked bluegrass. It fit his personality.
OMG. RIP, and love to his family
A very nice remembrance, Steve. And I'm with you on Procol Harum, too.
I was a Listener subscriber for several years before it went under. Really enjoyed that magazine. Art was an excellent writer and I always enjoyed reading his stuff even when I was sometimes shaking my head in disagreement. R.I.P. Art.
So very sad. Art was a classy writer, an example of clarity and style. Reading his contributions for Stereophile, it always felt like he was writing specifically for me. I will miss him. Vale Art, RIP.
You are absolutely right: «He took it to another level». Very sad news indeed.
So sorry for you for the loss of a friend. So sorry for the audio community for the loss of an icon. Condolences to all of his friends and family.
I only know Art from his more recent writing and his profile video on Stereophile's TH-cam channel. The video is hilarious, but his passion for vintage gear and his love for listening to music shines through. Definitely a loss for the Audiophile community, and certainly for you too Steve. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Having just lost my father to the pestilence of covid19, this comes as another sad shock.
I read the stereophile staff farewells in disbelief last night.
Art loved music. He was a gifted musician. He knew what he liked to hear. An anachrophile: He boldly carried on using ancient Altec speakers with carved wood lattice grilles firmly ON! Garrard turntables! "Modern" Shindo valve electronics? Art was unafraid to let his "Freak flag fly". He showed us how to enjoy the great gift of Music instead of follow high tech trends in pursuit of the impossible.
We got to know Arts family and home through his writing. Our condolences. And hope you draw some comfort knowing that God knew him well. He will rise again: John 5:28
Another thread supporting my stereophile subscription is severed....two remain: JA & His Herbness.
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. The loss of Art at this time is hitting me especially hard. Peace to you and your family.
Dang ! Sorry to hear:(
I wished I had a place to store all of those Listener issues. I got on the wagon about two years before it was bought by that publisher. Art had a way with words that you could compare with other well written journals. RIP.
That was a wonderful homage and acknowledgement to Art Dudley! His writing was the reason I started my subscription to Stereophile magazine. Well done!
I spent a great day with Art in Paris where I live about 7 years ago. I had lunch with Art his wife and daughter. We spent the afternoon being tourists walking in the Marais. Shocked he has died so young.
...this year just keeps getting worse !!! thanks for this Steve...Art has,by far, been my most favourite writer for Stereophile over the past several years...for the storytelling and sharing of his own life experience...poss because we're in the same age-group,even on topics i didn't follow,his voice kept me interested and reading...i was so sad when not too terribly long ago he wrote of moving, and acquiring a new,smaller house and down-sizing his collection somewhat, and i felt a personal loss of those records...lol...the covers of SP are currently the worst examples of "piles of equipment and brand/buzz headlines"...the Listener covers are brilliant,sophisticated and very,very cool...this is going to hurt for awhile...
So sorry to hear about your friend and colleague. Nice video to commemorate his work. Cheers to Art! 🍻
How fitting that his first name was Art. May his art, like great music, live on forever for others to cherish. My condolences to all his family and friends. Rest in peace.
I got a sub to Listener which introduced me to Art. Finally someone could mix humor with the hobby and do it quite uniquely. I think you did Art a great memoriam with mentioning the covers. I've held on to a few of them and, yes, it includes the record cleaning cover which should go down as the best audio mag cover bar none. I remember Steve very fondly too from my Listener reading days and I'm totally enjoying your video channel, it's varied nicely and always interesting. When we lose a great audio/music writer it seems very hard to fill the void. The only "story tellers" I personally connected to were Sam Tellig and Art. Art became more important in many ways to Stereophile after Sam retired. I feel he rose up and filled the void. Now that he's no longer with us I wonder who will rise up to fill these shoes? There's some shoes that just are nigh impossible to fill I guess which brings to mind another name Art introduced me to in Listener. A very select "in-crowd" know where I'm going. Art gave a column to a man whose work was likely deemed "not printable" to likely all other publications. And Art obviously gave him a short leash if one at all. That would be Dr. Harvey "Gizmo" Rosenberg of OTL fame and various other infamous ones. Art was a real treasure we will sorely miss.
Thanks for sharing. I’m sure he was a great person and friend. Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss Steve, and the loss to us all.
A touching tribute Steve to a great writer and a kind person. I treasure my Listeners and the few times I got to ask Arts advice always a gentleman, he will be missed..
Man, that sucks. I wanted to meet him. He was like the Mr. Rogers of audio. I was just watching videos of his earlier today, and then I came upon this one. I liked his style. Dang. RIP.
I only met Art once, many years ago. At the time I was only one issue short of a complete set of Listener magazine, and he very generously gave me, a fellow he had never met before and didn't know from Adam, the one I needed. He was that kind of man.
I still have the complete Listener run.
Our condolences from the South Steve . Sounds like he was a good buddy of yours .
I enjoyed reading his reviews. He will be missed.