Surprisingly funky 1981 Muzak version of "Funkytown," along with reggae, folk, and metal versions

You obviously know what you’re talking about and make some excellent points. I’m not denying the musicianship of people who work with electronic rhythm generators, only saying that I don’t care for it.

The Dylan thing was more about his divergence from folk music (particularly reproduction performances of actual folk music) into rock and roll, I think.