Bringing It All Back Home

Never been a huge Dylan fan.

Mr. Tambourine Man

Bob Dylan the GOAT

Very cool album

Didn’t like it actually Sounds obsolete, nothing attractive for me

Makes me want to sing along - Mr. Tambourine Man. Alright lovely start, upbeat like how I enjoy! Swaying about! Hmm country music is lovely I must say! - Love Minus Zero.

Subterranean homesick blues, outlaw blues et on the road again sont bien Bon album de blues mais j'aime pas trop le côté folk qu'il ya dans pas mal de musiques de l'album

I'm not listening to Dylan

One of Dylan's best albums that is almost a greatest hits

Even though I'm not a Dylan fan, I have to admit that Subterranean Homesick Blues and Maggie's Farm are great songs. Add to the fact that this was the first time Dylan went electric, it was hugely influential. I still can't stand his voice though.

i've listened to a lot of bob dylan in my day. i don't know if i consider myself a huge fan, i've gone majorly hot and majorly cold on him over the years. i have been majorly cold on him for a long while now. this is the first i've listened to an album of his in a bit. back when i was a lot more into him, this was my favorite bob dylan album. and, after listening, i think it still is. this sort of re-awakened my interest in his music. i know it's kind of cheesy, but he really is a terrific songwriter, there was not a lot of people contemporaneously writing songs like him and he was dragging culture forward. that influence is really felt on this one.

An album of great musicians, but as a lot of the songs have that similar chord progression using 1-4-5 it makes you focus on the lyrics. Mr Tambourine Man is a classic! This album has a great mix of acoustic and electric tunes, nicely balanced

3/5 Not my jam.

I'm not really a Bob Dylan fan, but I can't deny this is great.

Finally, a Dylan album I actually enjoyed. He actually sounds happy.

Good Bob album, but far from being Bob's best. His songwriting on this doesn't hit quite as strong as some of his other projects, not as punchy and immediate as Highway 61, but still, I like the instrumentation on this one a lot.

Cool and fun!

I'm starting to think I might actually like Bob Dylan. So many classics here, not quite perfect, but not far from it.

Okay-Good, but sounds very old. A lot of harmonica.

Superlative Dylan

A mixed bag of great songs with some so so ones

Joah ok

very good,not quite a 5

Pretty straightforward album. Nothing complex. Just acoustic guitar with basic simple chord structure and occasionally a harmonica. Bob Dylan's got a unique voice, and I can see why he's popular. But nothing seemed profound. I get the impression he focused more on the lyrics than the music itself. Some of the songs seemed almost like spoken word poetry than singing. I guess that's his brand. Not terrible music, but not particularly exciting either.

i guess i'll have to start distinguishing these bob dylan albums soon enough. but maybe i can start with #3

A great album from a master songwriter. I do think the electric numbers aren’t the strongest: Outlaw Blues and On the Road Again could have easily been left off, She Belongs to Me and Love Minus Zero are a little too similar, and he just isn’t tapping into the bite and drive he’d later access on Highway 61. So it borders on a 4, but some of his greatest solo acoustic numbers are on the second side so gonna give it full marks. Best song: Mr. Tambourine Man

The combination of folk music and rock and roll seems to be perfected on this record. The lyrics are strong and clear. Nothing is overly produced but nothing is simple. What an achievement.

Obviously some solid, classic tracks. Liked BD's 115th Dream a lot too

Favorite Tracks: Subterranean Homesick Blues, Maggie's Farm, Outlaw Blues, Bob Dylan's 115th Dream, Mr. Tambourine Man, Gates of Eden, It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding), It's All Over Now, Baby Blue

Sorry, but it's not my jam. It was quite annoying and bland and got lost in the background, but not in a good way.

Nice lyrics, sound and songwriting, should listen more attentively again

meh 3*

An iconic folk album, and probably my favorite work by Bob Dylan. His vocal style isn't really for me, and the music isn't quite to my taste, but it is undeniable in it's influence, simplicity, and creativity. There's something really intangibly special about this record, even if it isn't my cup of tea.

I’ve discovered I don’t like “early” rock and roll that is more twangy

meh

Epic!

nicht schlecht, aber absolut nich meins

Another classic! I'm on the fence with Dylan. I can not deny the greatness, but man, his musicianship could be better. But it did shaped a generation, so it is hard to fault it. Again, glad I listened, but I don't think it will go into daily rotation.

Too nasal to be enjoyable

Not a fan of dylan I'm afraid.

Heard it before?: No Enjoy it?: it was ok Favourite song: Track 8 - Mr Tambourine Man

Very good. Still a voice I am not a fan of, but the songwriting is undeniable

classic bob - yes please

I like the bluesy vibes. I enjoy the first half for what it is, but the second half is what does it for me.

Best Dylan album still not one I’d make an effort to listen to.

Ei iha mun musaa

Did not really enjoy

Not a super fan, but have to appreciate Dylan's songwriting/musical composition.

I liked Love Minus Zero. Bob Dylan’s 115th Dream. Tambourine.

This album was really enjoyable. I enjoyed the country/folk elements like the rhythmic guitar and the harmonica bits, as well as the constant feeing of yearning.

-FIRST BOB DYLAN ALBUMMMM -i surely do know this artist! -REALLY liking this first song -LOVE a good harmonica -his voice is genuinely beautiful -i understand a lot of the hype behind bob dylan now. this stuff is beauty -mr tambourine man is so cute and funny i love it -he is truly so great like this is slay -last song is so beautifullllll -such a 4 star album. bob dylan you have done it again!

Classic

paskaa

I am definitely not a big Bob Dylan fan and I often find his vocals to be hard to stand. Unfortunately, for him, his vocal delivery is one of music's biggest parodies and to this day hearing Bob Dylan, I can't help but associate annoyance with his vocal nuances. That being said, this album was a lot better than I thought. I don't think I've ever sat through a whole Dylan album before. I do enjoy some of his music. I strongly feel that if it wasn't Bob Dylan's music that hit the right ears, at the right time, it would have been someone else that would have filled those shoes. Mind you, I can't deny his influence on a lot of artists, and to this day, a lot of people are still influenced and inspired by his work. I will give credit where credit is due. The first half of this album is great. I'd give it a good 4/5. But the latter half brings it down to a 3/5. First half is accompanied by a band, and electric guitar which is refreshing from Bob Dylan's singer/song writer and acoustic traditions. The second half is more of what Bob Dylan is known for and it's kind of drab and boring. This album suffers from what songs not ending. It's like Dylan didn't know how to finish a song. Instead of having an end point, he resort's to fade outs.. And often it comes abruptly. Throws the feel of the song(s) off. For the most part, lyrics in this album are really good, and dialed down/focused. But a lot of the songs suffer from his vocal delivery. Unfortunately, I can't overcome that. And I am ok with this. Will I revisit? Maybe the odd song, but not the whole album.

69/100

I feel like I’m going insane.Bob Dylan’s music is perfectly fine but I don’t see the brilliance that so many talk of when they discuss his music or this album.It’s perfectly forgettable folk music.Not really a memorable song in the bunch.

5.5/10 Witty, fast-paced, forgettable Highlights: It's Alright, Ma

I’m sorry Bobby D I can’t seem to vibe with it like everyone else. Not even mushrooms could make this album sound cool.

It’s not my cup of tea but it’s a really good album. I don’t really usually listen to this kind of genre but man some songs got me wiggling my finger.

J'ai pogné son 7ème et me voilà maintenant avec son 5ème. I like this one more than the previous. De bonnes chansons acoustiquyes vers la fin de l'album avec Mr. Tambourine man.

listened to again what a poet

Är inte så familjär med denna musik, men det låter definitivt som nån country-blues. Ger lite Dire Straits-vibes. Varje instrument har oftast sin egna melodi/rytm vilket låter ganska bra när de kombineras, men under en hel låt händer det inte så mycket. Låter lite som om varje låt har sin egna chord-loop som bara repeteras genom hela låten medan Dylan berättar hans lilla historia. Detta kan funka, men det blir lite tråkigt ibland. Vissa av texterna är lite intressanta. Både Maggie's farm och On the Road Again handlar om nån tjejs vrickade familj, och båda var ganska kul. Bob Dylans 115th Dream var galen.

Najs tycker att det var stämningsfullt

Maggie's farm och outlaw blus kanske är skoj. Ganska så tråkigt över lag

some solid tracks

First 5 star review. Bob Dylan hits you in the FACE.

While I see and appreciate the influence of his work, I just didn't enjoy a single song on here. Not that they were poorly made, it's just not my style

This album helped me realize that I am not a fan of the harmonica. Every once in awhile I felt like the harmonica was piercing through my skull and jamming up my brain. I did enjoy Bob Dylans 115th Dream the most since it had a story like feel to it. Very basic but still a journey. Would not listen to it again cause of the damn harmonica

This album was most definitely not my cup of tea. I think that he is a great guitar player and an excellent storyteller but for some reason this album just felt boring I don’t think I would listen to this again.

Initial thoughts: I've always known about Bob Dylan, because who hasn't. I will admit, I've never heard any of his music, so I'm interested to see if this album showcases why he is as famous as he is. Final thoughts: Hmm. Idk about this one. Don't get me wrong, it was good. I've realized that I know Bob Dylan because it seems like everyone and their mother covers his songs. Which is why he's considered a great singer/songwriter, but I guess his style of folk wasn't my cup of tea. Still, it was good so I give it a

He really set the standard for so many of the things he did, didn't he?

Bob Dylan™️

Decent album. Very good story teller.

4-4.5

good. raw. kind of annoying

Classic rock and roll

até que não é o melhor dele, e ainda assim acima da média?

Now here's a Bob Dylan album I actually really enjoy. It's playful and fun in a way that most of his albums aren't, while still being unmistakably Bob Dylan. This one and Highway 61 Revisited are easily my favorites (of what I've heard).

not really my cup of tea, sounded like the backtracking to every 90's action film i've ever seen.

Couple classics but all around too nasley and not my taste.

I dunno man, me and the dyl man continue to struggle

Not my favorite Dylan album, but a few great songs

It's not bad - another middling Bob Dylan for me. I kind of appreciate him, but I'm definitely not a fan outside of a number of songs. Subterranean Homesick Blues is great and the standout track. The rest are kind of just nice. He still has the habit of having waaay too many verses in a lot of his songs, but once again, at least the harmonica doesn't grate here.

Nice catchy tunes

Razočaravujuće kako je krenulo. Intro nažalost najjača traka. Kukuriku instrument jako iritantan.

Another masterpiece from Dylan. Quickly becoming a favorite artist for me, he’s incredible.

Fantastic. I love Bob Dylan. Mr. Tambourine Man is especially beautiful.

This album can be summed up in two words: Bob Dylan And I don't mean that in "all Bob Dylan songs sound the same" nor do I mean that as a sarcastic jerk complaining about Bob Dylan (despite my actual dislike for his singing voice) If you were asked to describe the prototypical Bob Dylan - you would point to this album. It's textbook. When Weird Al went after Dylan, he chose Subterranean Homesick Blues. Definitely recommend a listen to Weird Al's Bob - highly endorse. I am gonna be honest again. I hate Bob Dylan. I think he's a brilliant lyricist (poet is a better word) and songwriter. Dude can't sing and sounds like nails on a chalkboard. But because of how much this album encapsulates Dylan in all his glory, I'm giving it 3 stars instead of 1

It’s a Dylan album, thankfully upbeat and not as much of a slog as some others but still not my thing. Feels like this guy’s entire discography is on this list, and while I know he was an impactful figure in music, weren’t there other folks who deserve some of the spots all of these LPs are taking up?

I hate Bob Dylan

Folk-rock/blues műfaj. 115th dream : wtf kezdés XD Blues: 10/10 Amugy: 7/10

7/10

While it doesn't quite compare to Highway 61, I still enjoyed this as a precursor to the best Bob Dylan album that has some great folk-rock songs in the first half like SHB and Maggie's Farm before returning to long, acoustic, mildly boring, but well-written folk songs for the last 20 minutes. While this is a good album on its own, it's hard not to compare it to its successor because that album is pretty much a fine-tuned and perfected version of this album. It's amazing that Bob got pushback for going in a new direction that ended up being so influential and--in my opinion--vastly superior to his older stuff.

Great music and lyrics

Love a bit of Dylan 😊

2/5

Ikkje så ille som eg frykta

This is really good, especially the end.. Gates of Eden, It’s alright Ma I’m Only Bleeding, It’s All Over Now Baby Blue.. Classic Dylan

Literally could be a 3 but that 7 minute song absolutely killed this record. Dylan is so overrated. I respect his style and audience but at the same time he mumbles nonsense. Shorten the album a little bit and it would have really surprised me.

Need to listen to Bob Dylan more, I now he’s an icon, and especially great singer songwriter. I haven’t been exposed to him much yet.

Excellent.

You were good. I was waiting for you to be great.

Helt ok bob Dylan ikke beste jeg har hørt, likte sangen om moby Dick da

First few tracks are real groovy

CLASSIC DYLAN. GREAT BECAUSE YOU CAN UNDERSTAND THE WORDS THAT ARE COMING OUT OF HIS MOUTH.

decent but not really my vibe

Classic bob dylan sound throughout. When I think bob dylan this album is all that the entire time.wish I LOVED but 3.5/5.

Love it, has such a unique view and sound

You can hear what everyone else at the time was missing and would absorb to elevate the entire genre. Leading straight to the career highlight that was Lucky Wilbury.

Not my favorite Dylan album

This album did not age well. On the other hand, just listened to Desire and it's one of my favorite albums.

I'm not really the biggest fan of folk music but if its done well, It can be something I can quite like. Bringing It All Back Home, unfortunately, is not one of those. The songs kinda just blended together and all and all, weren't very interesting for me to listen to. Its by no means a bad album but its not really as good as I want it to be Best Song: Subterranean Homesick Blues Worst Song: She Belongs to Me

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Classic album. I have been listening to this album for over 30 years. Early electric Dylan at his best.

As somebody who used to roll their eyes at people who'd say things like "Look past the voice, this is the work of a genius," look past the voice, this is the work of genius. Favorite track: Outlaw Blues; It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)

Good folk and good lyrics. Real classy.

boring. story telling is not how I interact with music. b side is way better. A side is 2, B side is 3.5 gates of eden

Great lyrics

My love/hate relationship with Bob Dylan continues. For me he is an acquired taste at the best of times. I generally feel grudging admiration for much of his work, but here it’s different and I mostly enjoyed this. ‘Subterranean Homesick Blues’, ‘Outlaw Blues’, ‘Bob Dylan’s 115th Dream’, ‘Gates Of Eden’ and ‘It’s Alright, Ma (I’m Only Bleeding)’ are the picks here.

Ok

handful of classics which make me think 'ooh i should get into Bob Dylan' then a few more tracks with the same palette pass and it starts to lose immediacy

2.5

This is a great album. It’s got some bops. It’s got some thinkers. It’s got harmonica. I’d never sought out Dylan before this because I didn’t know where to start. I definitely see how he was influenced by his predecessors and how he influenced those during and after his era. This didn’t make me feel like I understand why Dylan is held in such high regard, but I could see myself getting there.

interesting to listen to and i can see why it had such an impact as it was very much not a rock or pop album but the time they have a'changed and it didn't impact me that much.

I think I saw a documentary about "Maggie's Farm". Can't really recall everything about it, though. But I do remember that it was an interesting piece about a song that I had never heard before. The rest of the album is really solid.

This really showcases what an amazing lyricist and songwriter he is. Not only is there an emphasis on interesting storytelling, the accompanying music is catchy and engaging. To me, only Gates of Eden was a bit boring, but the rest are really strong. I was way more impressed by the songs i've never heard before than hearing Mr. Tamborine Man again.

- Only 46 minutes thanks Bob - Some of the songs had good energy ngl, but others were same old Bob - Still better than the other Dylan albums we've had; I'll give it the mildest of 3s

- it can’t be every damn Bob Dylan album - this one was slightly better - the song about his dream was brutal

Incredible

fajn album, ale asi neni to asi uplne pro me libi se mi: love minus zero, mr. tambourine man

Easily the best Dylan I have heard and really dug the blue set backdrop

Bob Dylan really pioneered the harsh noise with his stupid fucking harmonica

This album just sounds like it was fun to make

I overall like Bob Dylan and a couple of his albums are no doubt, 5 star favorites of mine. He can be hit or miss, though. This album is more hit than miss for me, but not one of my favorites of his.

Sometimes, I feel I like Bob Dylan's work much less than I should like. By listening to many of his albums along this list, I'm more and more convinced that I just assumed I should like him for no particular reason, even without actually listening to his songs. Anyway, it's a good album, but maybe it's, in fact, not my cup of tea or maybe I'm not ready for it yet...

I'm not sure I've ever listened to this album before, or any whole Dylan album actually. It's always seemed like music I'd like but a bit distant for me. Subterranean Homesick Blues is obviously a genius tune to kick off the album with, and there's plenty that I enjoyed on here. More importantly, it led me back to the first version of It's All Over Now, Baby Blue that I really got into - Energy Orchard recorded it on Stop the Machine. And I really loved Energy Orchard and their energy and vibe in the early 90s. So this kicked me to listen to that stuff again, which was a fab way to spend the rest of the day. For that alone it can have 4 stars, but it's not a strong 4 as an album by itself (and I *much* prefer the Energy Orchard version of It's All Over Now, Baby Blue fwiw).

It's one of his best albums, there are a lot of songs I like it on it (Subterranean Homesick Blues, Outlaw Blues, Mr. Tambourine Man, Gates of Eden etc.). The songwriting and lyrics are superb, the only weakness is his singing.

Always enjoy Bob

Anybody can sing and play as well as Bob Dylan. The list of people that can write as well is much shorter. Subterranean Homesick Blues sticks out for me on this one and the full scope of the album probably ranks as one of his best.

First half of the album kinda bored me but maybe cos I've heard it so much. Latter half was great

Great album, I've just heard way to much Dylan over the years

Not a country fan

Mr Tambourine Man and Its Alright Ma I'm Only Bleeding are the only highlights on this album.

Finally got my first Dylan. I don't think I've listened to one of his albums in full... ever? Which after listening to Bringing It All Back Home was clearly a mistake. I'm not the first person to ever say that this Dylan fellow was a good songwriter, but boy is he. 5/5

uh too country for me ngl

I respect Bob Dylan don't get me wrong here. But just not my thing, the voice just grates me. I respect you Bob!! But I judt can't do it. So for that we start -1 star. As for the themes of the album, I enjoy. He was a young man here discussing young people concerns in the 60s. He really likes the name Maggie. On The Road Again is lyrically amazing.

This might be my favorite Dylan album so far. I've never been a big fan, but recognize his prolific writing and ability.

lovely

Doesn't tickle my fancy, nothing here was an ear worm for me.

Dylan decided to take a chance with this record. It marked a big change in sound. He decided to make one half of the record electric songs and the other half acoustic songs. It has a real proto punk feel to it.

Enjoyable. 7/10

As someone with a passing interest in Dylan, I was surprised that this album had almost all of my favourite songs by him. Homesick blues, Maggie's farm and baby blue are absolute perfection, and there's several other great tracks. Also lovely to hear the laughter at the start of one of the takes, showing him as an actual person. With that said, the instrumentation is a little repetitive in places, and as good as it is, it falls just short of perfection.

This had a lot of songs I know,plus more I really liked. Surprisingly good.

5/5. A solid collection of songs, Dylan experimenting with electric and acoustic. This album flows so smoothly with the lyrics ranging from angry and silly, to melancholic and important. The messages on just It’s Alright Ma might seem like ramblings but I hear a man who is done with the world he lives in and has something to say. Dylan’s best quality is his voice not because he is a good singer, but because he isn’t. He is not going to let someone else sing what’s on his mind.

Classic jangley, rollicking, light hearted tunes about loveable tramps. Great harmonica, great stuff. 4 stars

I like Bob Dylan, I just don't love him. The album is good for background, a couple of very familiar songs on the album, but not my favorites of his.

I feel like this is the most Bob Dylan Bob Dylan record. He spits fire start to finish but also has some bangers like Mr. Tambourine Man and It's Alright Ma (shout-out AJ Soprano and his gf in season 6 for bumping this one).

it’s pretty standard dylan imho. def not as good as freewheeling

I must be so jaded against Bob Dylan that I can't even tell you why I am, but the whole thing really baffles me. The music sounds awful and the lyrics are crap, no more need be said.

I’ve never loved Dylan but this was fine No desire to revisit it but didn’t grate like some of his other stuff does with me

4th best Dylan album.

Mr. Tambourine Man is great but the rest leaves me cold. The rambling folk-rock delivery and loose songwriting just don’t hit the depth or dynamics I look for. I do not want to revisit this.

Decent

Early Bob Dylan. This only means one thing - I'm about to have my ears blown out by the loudest harmonica known to man, causing life-long tinnitus. ...Okay so this was just more generic Country. I was tricked into listening to Country again. God damn it, Robert Allen Zimmerman.

This was Dylan’s first great full-body of work. To put it simply, it was a sheer artistic breakthrough for him and it would lead him to create (somehow) FAR greater albums.

Synopsis: A terrible singer and mediocre songwriter performs his art project to torture everyone who hears it.

Yeah this is up there with Dylan’s best, love how this album is split down the middle and shows his transformation from folk to rock. His first masterpiece.

Good Dylan at his best.

I'd always imagined Robert D as more boring than this. Turns out this upbeat stuff is quite divisive to the "true fans" but I enjoyed it.

Hey well a rather listenable and engaging Bob Dylan album. I’m guessing it’s a classic - and while normally I shun that harmonica swallowing nasal songster - he’s quite easily likeable here.

Undeniable

Some real classics on this album. On first listen it's a bit repetative though

Nostalgic from my childhood, love this album, especially Maggie’s farm, on relisen I have a few stand outs and the whole album really is relaxing

I've never really listened to Bob. I quite enjoyed this - a lot less grating and long-winded than most of his other songs I have heard. Hearing this I 'get' why he is so lauded. To a degree. There are some good songs here, and a few great lines, and the blending of genres works well. Would I sit down and play this through again though? Probably not.

Bob has always been a brilliant storyteller. This works at best for me with the full band behind him. I can't be doing with the finger in the ear folk shit. BIABH rocks from start to finish. There's still some acoustic strumming to add a light touch to the electric riffs. But over the top of all this, and stealing the show, are the lyrics. Baby Blue is a one of the best ever album closers. What a trooper.

Brought it all back home. Not sure where we'll keep it.

"Next to Lord Buckley on the cover is a glass collage by Dylan called "The Clown" made for Bernard Paturel from colored glass Bernard was about to discard." - truly Dylan's lost masterpiece

Не дурно

Kommentarer känns överflödiga. Mästerligt genomfört, inflytelserikt och banbrytande då Dylan avvek från den akustiska folkmusiken och skapade en elektrisk folkrock. Började skriva "Dylan i sin prime" men kom på mig själv. När var hans prime? Här? 70-talet? 90-talet? Håller den på fortfarande? "Yes, to dance beneath the diamond sky with one hand waving free Silhouetted by the sea Circled by the circus sands With all memory and fate, driven deep beneath the waves Let me forget about today until tomorrow" Bästa låt: Hmm... 'Mr. Tambourine Man'. Eller 'Bob Dylan's 115th Dream'. Eller 'It's Alright Ma'. Eller 'She Belongs to Me'. Eller 'It's All Over Now, Baby Blue'.

Not a fan.

For chrissake, no. Bob Dylan is shit, and I refuse to even contemplate listening to this bilge. === 18 months later, and mopping up the stuff I'm obliged to rate - this will get a 1 on general principle.

Better of the ones so far. Still not my favorite artist

I like this one more than the other one I listened to recently. The music was nice and I didn't find myself bored. Nothing special to me, but good. My favourite song was Mr. Tambourine Man.

meh

Absolutely not.

Some classic Bob on this album. Subterrranean, Maggie's Farm, Mr. Tambourine Man, and It's All Over Now Baby Blue are stand outs. Bob starting to figure out how to be in a rock band.

Side 1 he goes electric, side 2 reminds you he can still do it all acoustic. Subterranean and It’s Alright Ma are two songs that sound nothing like anything else in rock. The love songs on side A are perfect. This one has Mr. Tambourine Man, Bob Dylan’s 115th dream is hilarious, oh and it ends with Baby Blue, possibly his most heart wrenching song, if not his best. I don’t listen to this one all that often, but if this is possibly his *worst* of the upcoming trilogy of 60’s rock albums of his…I’d say he’s doing alright. He’s also 24 when he’s writing these lyrics…

‘Subterranean Homesick Blues’ is the folkiest rap song I’ve ever heard. It’s definitely less protesty than I expected, but you can still tell it’s Dylan from a mile away. As expected, the most harmonica you can possibly hear on an album. ‘Outlaw Blues and ‘On the Road Again’ have an electric backing band, ooh Bob you naughty boy, you trying to alienate your audience (were both very good songs though). Second side (even if we are streaming but it still helps to distinguish) wasn’t as good as the first but ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’ was a catchy song and ‘It’s All Over Now Baby Blue’ was a romantically soft ending to the album.

I liked this more than the previous one. It felt more lively and less serious. 115th dream, lol. Handful of classics supported by a suite of other solid songs.

Tambourine man is great, the rest... ho hum.

It’s great I like how he sing like reading poem. Talking the stories

Enjoyed the album, but probably not something i would listen to again. At least not the whole album, because i did enjoy some of the songs. Mr. Tambourine Man and Love Minus Zero are some of the ones that stood out to me.

4.5

Always 5 stars for this legend.

Another Bob Dylan?! How many albums does he have on this list..? I don't dislike him but his music is not something I would choose to listen to. Also, not sure if this album is worse than the previous ones I got from him or if I'm just tired of listeng to him, but while the others got a 3, this is a 2.

It might be 4th or fifth Bob Dylan's album on the list, but definitely it's the first one that I actually liked from start to finish. I think that this style of music suits him much better than his early folk persona with guitar and harmonica. Maybe that's me, but I could finally focus on the lyrics, which are, as always, amazing. Maggie's Farm is one of my favourite song of his, mainly thanks to the great cover by RATM. Maybe it's a bit too much, but to make up for low rating on other albums I will go with full 5/5 in here.

For now a 3 star album, may change later. Really sounded more like poetry (or slam poetry) in parts, especially on It's Alright, Ma. One of his better albums, I get it now. Chill to listen to. + Maggie's Farm + Bob Dylan's 115th Dream + Mr. Tambourine Man + It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding) + It's All Over Now, Baby Blue

absolutely shagged. bob Dylan drops bars all over this yoke. dream number 115 or whichever is a film god damn. mr tambourine man is a banger hot album.

Of course I like electric Dylan. Cosmic-y

It’s Dylan!

sooooooo......fuck..... I want to get it. I want to like him. his voice isnt my favourite but I don't hate it... it's an acquired taste as we know ... but it something isn't clicking for me. I find this album incredibly boring. second half was aight. first half made me wanna claw my eyes out faveiiiess : mr tambourine man, the last one baby blue whatever least fave : 115th (too fucking long kill me ) will...I...listen....again..... I mean.... perhaps for research purposes like when I finally listen to his discography which I've been planning on doing for a long time but uh....not for FUN that's for sho

I feel like I say the same thing over and over when it comes to Bob Dylan. He is a brilliant lyricist. The songs are classics but they do go on a bit. Never a fan of his voice and I do think that sometimes the covers of his songs are better than his. Case in point - The Byrds version of Tambourine Man! I did prefer the first half - so the electric part - the acoustic part wore a little thin. But there’s no denying he is a damn fine poet.

Bob Dylan is a great songwriter but I struggle listening to him in large doses. Fun guitar and harmonica parts. Cleaver lyrics and interesting stories. Classic folk/blues.

He writes some great songs. It’s All Over… is an all-time favorite. The version by Them and Van Morrison. His voice and harmonica playing are things I dislike.

Wow. Well I just read through my first two Dylan reviews (was there a third?) and the graph is steadily going up. 2 to a 3 to this. Now, the album almost dipped a point when the final track was in full swing — that was one of those "turn the volume down quick!" tunes that was difficult to endure. But "Subterranean Homesick Blues" is great, even with the goofy fade out in the middle of it, and other standouts are on par with that. So, I guess I've found the side of Dylan I most like, a revved up folksman at the top of his game. I'll say it again, "Baby Blue" epitomizes much of what makes me struggle to even listen to Dylan, but the rest of the album is lyrically — even melodically — inspired.

This is the Dylan album I'm most familiar with. It was on constant rotation when I was in college. It's great. I always bemoaned that his other "classics" weren't as good as this one. Side two gets a little long in the tooth for me. I just wish the songs were half as long, especially It's All Right Ma. But the rest of it is just one classic after another.

I know this so well. Such an important album and yet I can’t quite bring myself to give it more than 4 stars. I do like it but wouldn’t want to hear it too often.

Bob Dylan for sure.

not a huge dylan fan but this one was great, gonna relisten to highway 51 and see if I appreciate it a bit more with more context

Formative, for me.

I loved this collection of songs!

This is the third Dylan album for me, but it's the best one. Great melodies, much more focus to his lyrics, good arrangements, more structure to his songs and most of them are a poetic adventure. I can't even pick the best, they're all different and all pretty damn effective. Even the long ones (115th Dream; It's Alright Ma) don't feel long when you're interested, which was not the case on the other albums for me.

Decent

bob dylan is my favorite artist, my role model. about a week ago i bought a harmonica because of dylan and heard this album. and this day 2/6/23 the day i got this aalbum from this project is also the day that dylan's 40th album "shadow kingdom" was released!!

It's another bland Bob Dylan album. I don't really get this guy

it's ok

1. Subterranean homesick blues- good start to the album, very raw inatrumentals and vocals, very upbeat, not keen on the harmonica, love dylans vocals are on key with this one (liked the song) 7/10 2. She belongs to me- not too keen on dylans vocals on this one, but the lyrics are good, again just not too keen on that harmonica and found it quite boring 4/10 3. Maggies farm- loved the instrumental again very raw and upbeat nice vocals (bloody harmonica) did feel a bit repetitive 5/10 4. Love minus zero- love his vocals on this one, very sentimental lyrics, the instrumental goes really well with this one, very soft song that i would play on a date (liked the song) 6/10 5. Outlaw blues- loved the guitar, vocals on point, very upbeat 4/10 6. On the road again- harmonica was a bit much( i really don’t like harmonica lmao) nice guitar and drums though loved the lyrics, 4.5/10 7. Bob dylans 115th dream- loved the laughter and the halt of the song at the beginning, lyrics are almost telling a story that feels so real as you are following alone, really loved that, feels like his personal manifesto i actually didnt mind the harmonica in this one, the song did drag a bit (liked the song) 5.5/10 8. Mr. Tambourine man- liked his vocals, loved the acoustic, 4/10 9. Gates of eden- again nice vocals and brilliant acoustics and amazing lyrics did drag a bit and found it a bit boring- 4/10 10. It’s alright ma(i’m only bleeding)- didnt listen 11. It’s all over now baby blue- didnt listen Dylans vocals were on point and songwriting wise he is very talented however it was not my cup of tea and found that i was quite bored with the album. Fav song: subterranean homesick blues least fav- cant comment Overall album rating: 4/10

"Bringing It All Back Home" is Bob Dylan's best album. Released in 1965, it is "early Dylan", about a decade before his performances and recordings seemed more like a commodification of the artist than the genuine article. Three tracks - "Subterranean Homesick Blues", "Maggie's Farm", and "Mr. Tambourine Man" - count among Dylan's best-known songs. A fourth track, "It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)", should be on that list.

err... no. never could/can get past the nasal twang

I feel that every song of Bob Dylan I like, I like because someone else does it better. They sing it better, they perform it better. I can name on one hand the songs of his I like that Dylan performs where I really like his delivery. And none of them are on this album. Yes, I am well-familiar with a number of the tracks on the album, but his singing is just so... gah. I just can never get past it. I think that goes back to hearing the 30th Anniversary Concert they had for him, and everyone's take on his stuff seemed so damn good. As a lyricist / songwriter, Dylan is above the pale. If only he was a better singer.

I guess this is why rotten tomatoes has critic and regular audience reviews. Because as much as it's nice to know what the raw appeal is for the everyman, sometimes you need to be knowledgeable to truly evaluate something. I don't know the music evolution of the 60's, but I read enough to appreciate how much this album changed things. And I know enough of Dylan to know that his previous albums and this one are vastly different. Or listen to side one for new Dylan and side two for old Dylan. Side one is awesome; his lyrics are as incredible as always and the energy is great. Subterranean Homesick Blues and Maggie's Farm have line after line of great quotes. Outlaw Blues shows how good an electric Dylan can be. Side two is still great; some of his best acoustic work (Tambourine Man and Gates of Eden are massive). I get it, folk was simple and stripped down and rallying against the man. And it's far more fairytale to rally as David with a simple slingshot and rock (acoustic guitar and harmonica) than decked out in Goliath's armor and weapons (electric instruments). But there's beauty no matter what. And Dylan took folk and rock and roll and he smashed them together - and now we have electric (energy and sounds) songs that really have something to say. So to say he can't be David or that he didn't slay Goliath is BS. He completely revolutionized rock music with this album, and for that it's a 5. I would hope that even just going on feel most people would think it a 4.

I think that to fully appreciate Dylan, you have to consider context. If you just listen to his music, you might like it, but you might think the music is kinda basic and you might ask "what's the big deal?" You particularly might not like his voice or you might find the whole thing pretentious. But even if you aren't a fan of his voice or music, this is an album you should hear before you die if you truly want to understand how rock evolved. I'm often annoyed by all the "Bob Dylan alienated his fans by going electric on this album" comments. Like, get over yourselves people! But then I watched a video of Dylan at the Newport Folk Festival in 1964 versus 1965. In 1964, he's a folk troubadour. Acoustic guitar, harmonica holder around his neck. But just one year later he's up there with a full band and he's playing a Strat. I suppose it was a jarring change at the time, as if Taylor Swift suddenly switched to death metal (don't knock it - I'm sure it would be catchy). Most importantly, this evolution was an important part of music history and he influenced countless others - the Rolling Stones and The Beatles among them. I like a lot of the tracks, particularly the classics - Subterranean Homesick Blues, Maggie's Farm, Mr. Tambourine Man (I like this version better than the Byrds' version, which is surprisingly toned down compared to Dylan's original, even though Dylan's original is acoustic and the Byrds had a full electric band), and It's All Over Now, Baby Blue, although in that case I marginally prefer the cover by Them (also, check out Marianne Faithfull's cover). Great lyrics on Baby Blue ("Strike another match, go start anew / And it's all over now, Baby Blue"). Of the less famous tracks, I particularly liked Bob Dylan's 115th dream (great lyrics - same with Outlaw Blues). I also don't mind his voice - he later became a parody of himself, but on songs like Love Minus Zero, I think he sounds great. Also liked Gates of Eden. I found a couple of tracks less interesting, including On the Road Again (pretty basic progression and absurd lyrics) and It's Alright Ma (I like the guitar in that song, but it's just too long and repetitive). Personally, I would rate this a 4 to a 4.5 on its own merits. Add its historic significance, and it's a clear 5.

Another Dylan classic. There are a few songs that tend to meander along with approximately 20 verses, which Dylan is of course known for, which always tends to drag his albums for me. I've always enjoyed Bob Dylan's music and songs like "Gates of Eden" are not bad, but I am not always in the mood for a song like it. Still, this album has classics all over the place. The first four songs and three of the last four songs are classic Dylan tunes with "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue" being one of my favorites.

This album is good, just not overtly memorable for me. I could see putting it on as background music (I just spent 2.5 hours listening to it on repeat while replying to emails). I don’t know what you want me to say Man. It’s an album. Gardens of Eden was a bop though I’ll give it that.

Subterranean Homesick Blues: Digging the wavy harmonica. She belongs to me: Like the electric guitar in the back, gives depth. Maggie's farm: I'm really into the bass doing the "dum dom dum domdumdum". The word sounds are giving a lax/country "blind mealon" feel which I appreciate Love minus zero: Its good, the music doesn't vary much, but its fine, probably wouldn't skip Outlaw blues: Feels like og rock breaking away from swing. Slightly swung high hat with the the guitar strumming straight. A little nostalgic, but doesn't feel too special On the road again: If I was an instrument playing the notes the singer is singing, id be extremely bored. Lacks variety. Its feels like the highlight to these songs is the harmonica but its not enough for me to be entertained Bob Dillan 115th dream: Halfway through the song and I wouldve skipped, only half listening at this point. Basically sums up why I'm not a particular fan of most country music. I skipped it, I was gonna complain about how short most of these songs are but this one was just dragging on for me Mr.Tambourine man: This album has kinda lost my attention at this point, I feel like I'm still listening to the same song. I skipped this one Gates of eden: Skipped Its alright ma: I skipped ahead multiple time and it genuinely sounded like nothing changed. Skipped Its all over now baby blue: Its not getting better for me I started at 3 stars but the long I went the most I disliked the album. One star. Not a song on here id personally miss not hearing and altogether as an album really killed it for me. Im sure the words have value and emotion, but I cant feel the emotion in the sound of his voice. No creativity for me. Yay harmonica but I can think of other songs that just do it better for me.

This album is great, hugely influential, and a big turning point in Dylans career. 1965 marked his first peformance with an electric guitar. This is also his first electric album, and was contreversial among his fans at the time. It demonstrates a shift away from more simple folk songs and covers. Also a shift away from direct protest songs, towards these ridiculous storytelling style lyrics that he became so famous and influential for. Subterranean Homesick Blues: one of my favorite Dylan songs. Great opener, and way ahead of it's time. The rapid fire delivery of the verses makes me think of later songs like "we didn't start the fire" and "it's the end of the world(as we know it)". I also feel like it hints toward rap a bit. She Belongs to Me: Nice, slow, folky love ballad with Dylans signature bizarre storytelling lyrics. I love the interplay of the Memphis soul style guitar with the harmonica. Maggie's Farm: this song slaps. Pretty much an uptempo folky blues/rockabilly song, as usual with lyrics that seem to hold some deeper meaning that is far beyond my reach. Love Minus Zero: more of that sweet soul guitar. I'm liking the sound it lends to this album. Outlaw Blues: I love these straight-ahead blues rock tunes. Something about Dylan's harmonica and that nasaly voice and unusual phrasing makes even a simple song like this feel unique. On the Road Again: Love the harmonica intro. As soon as the rest of the band comes in, I feel like I'm crusing down the highway in an old station wagon on a nice summer day. What the hell are these lyrics. Bob Dylan's 115th dream: I'm starting to hear a lot of similarities to jam bands. The Gratefull Dead to some extent, but to much more extent newer jam bands like the String Cheese Incident, Twiddle, Umphrees Mcgee, etc. I've even heard some lyrics that I believe were referenced in some songs by these groups. I had never thought of Dylan as an influence of Jam bands, but I guess it seems like a pretty obvious connection in retrospect. Mr Tamborine Man: absolutely beautiful classic. A perfect choice to transition into the acoustic side of the record. Gates of Eden: interesting song. I am intentionally not looking further into these songs while writing this review, but I intend to look into the meaning behind the lyrics of this one, and some others. I know Dylan was Jewish and later converted to Christianity. I'm curious if this is a religious song, or if he is using farmiliar religious imagery as a metaphor for something else. It's Alright, Ma: I love Dylans guitar work on this one. On many of his acoustic songs, he leans on his lyrics and/or harmonica to carry the song, playing simple chord patterns with moderately high intensity. I'd guess he meant this track to showcase that he is still a skilled guitar player, as his guitar is either simple or drowned out by other players up until this point on the record. The near complete absence of even his harmonica on the track really allows his unique playing style to shine It's all over now, baby blue: I like the intensity in his voice on this one. The bluesy bass is a nice addition to Dylan on this track. Excellent close to an excellent album.

From what I had time to listen to (busy week) I really enjoyed. I grabbed a guitar and started playing along and before I knew it I was writing again. Inspiring stuff. Repetitive, but I found myself really engaging with it.

Not my favorite genre of music, but didn’t hate it. Good construct of lyrics and instruments. Wouldn’t listen to again by choice.

This is most of the top songs by Dylan on one album. Essential.

I was familiar with two of the tracks from Bringing It All Back Home just by the titles, but most of the album was new to me. I like a lot of work from Bob Dylan in general. I have some favorite tracks from other albums that I will probably always come back to. I enjoyed this listening experience. Even though Dylan's singing ability is limited, his lyrics help to keep the music interesting. Unfortunately by the last few tracks, the tracks began to feel like they were getting stuck in a rut of long lists of ideas without much melody from the vocals. I did like this album, but may not come back for a complete re-listen in one sitting.

Too much Dylan, y’all

Screech

Wow, it's like that Weird Al Palindrome song. Over and over and over. Don't hate it, but the reedy goofy voice kinda grates after a while.

What a powerful album. Dillon was the voice of the 60s in a lot of ways. This actually was my first time listening to the album all the way through and not just to individual songs. I could see myself listening to it again in the right mood, but it’s not one I’d have on repeat like some others.

I loved this so much it made me ashamed I haven’t listened to Dylan cover to cover.

I think this Bob Dylan guy might be pretty good.

does not dig Dylan but ok

Just cannot get into Bob Dylan. 2/5

I'm tired of the album

In my opinion, the best combination on a studio album of everything Bob's got. Gates of Eden almost pulls it to a 4.5, but It's Alright Ma makes up for it.

Books have been published on why this is classic, and I agree with them.

More like Bof Dylan ^^

fidèle à lui même

Never been a fan of his weasley voice and thin sounding recordings. I do respect his song writing which is evident on this album. 3/5 for me.

I am no fan of Bob but maybe I can palate his earlier stuff. I do love the opening track and the rest seemed less harsh on the ears to what I’m used to. A lot of rambling nonsense in there though and it is a bit long. Much closer to a 4 than I’d have expected.

This is a GOAT album. Every track is amazing, as a whole its fucking transcendent. 5/5

Some Dylan classics - "Subterranean Homesick Blues", "Mr. Tambourine Man", and "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue". I also quite liked "It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)" which I'd nevert heard before.

Great Bob Dylan album

Bob Dylan at his most Bob Dylanness. Love it.

When “Mr Tambourine Man” started, I thought, hey, they’re playing this cover pretty straight and then I remembered. Same happened with “It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue”. A classic I never got round to. Of the records from the list I’ve heard so far, maybe only this and ‘Rubber Soul’ have that spookiness peculiar to the best recordings: immersed, the old is new, with the sensation of witnessing something entirely novel coming into being. Not my usual stuff, but obviously brilliant. I’ll get myself a copy.

Wow, one of the best albums of this period. Must have sounded like nothing else at the time. The Rubber Soul to Highway 61's Revolver. Great from start to finish

Classic Dylan record, but not my favorite. Varied and interesting. 4.5

Way too folky for me.

Correct, je ne crois pas que ce soit le meilleur de Dylan.

It was fine

Dylan goes electric. Timeless.

Ja det er vel meget godt, 60’er Dylan, folkrock, lidt akustisk, lidt rock, helt ok

Avevo basse aspettative, ma mi sta piacendo.

I did recognize some of the songs, still a good listen

While listening to this, I thought to myself that I don’t listen to Bob Dylan; I endure him. Nevertheless, this was alright. It had a good pace throughout. I still didn’t really like it overall, though.

fine

I’m just not a fan of Dylan. It’s hard for me to listen to him. This was almost tolerable so I’ll slide through as a 2. No playlist adds.

Dylan. Fine. Nothing unexpected. Samey. Some nice chord sequences and satisfying melodies but other songs quite long and indulgent.

Culturally significant .

That's what I'm talkin' bout

A truly classic album.

blä

America’s unofficial Poet Laureate of the 1960s continues to up his lyrical game. Drawing from the Bible, classic literature, and the absurdity of modern life, Dylan delves into labyrinthine metaphors and casts a critical eye on a rapidly changing country.

боб дилан обыкновенный

Not as good as other Dylan albums but a worthwhile, a bit too bluesy listen.

One of the best records I own. I love both parts

It turns out I don't really like Bob Dylan.

I never considered myself a Bob Dylan fan, but I gotta admit the more this album went on the more I enjoyed it. It’s a blend of folk and ‘rock and roll’ and bunch of other things I’m not able to name. It’s goood! Saved tracks: Maggie’s Farm, Outlaw Blues, Bob Dylan’s 115th Dream, It’s Alright Ma (I’m Only Bleeding), It’s All Over Now Baby Blue

This is the first VinylI stole out of the Basement. Still the only Dylan album I like. Throws me back to a scnee i didd in drama where I was taking excedrin and listening to bowie so that s cool.

A sign of what's to come for Bob Dylan.

Now, Dylan is a very marmite kinda artist. You either love or hate him in my experience. You either GET him or you don’t get him. This album is a great entry level for him. The dude knew his stuff, and this proves it. Excellent album but as with all Dylan stuff, I can take it or leave it.

As familiar as I am with Bob Dylan, there is a lot of music I haven't heard. I know very few albums all the way through. I like his music, and some of his songs are among the best I've ever heard. That said, this album wasn't particularly exciting to me. I may be a Bob Dylan greatest hits fan, and not as much of an all-in Bob Dylan fan. I suspect there will be many opportunities through this list to find out. 1 - bad 2 - average 3 - good 4 - great 5 - outstanding

Dylan at the peak of his powers. Absolutely must-have, must-listen record.

didn't blow me out of the water; not my personal taste but I can appreciate the lyric writing and musical elements of this album.

I know a fair few of Dylan's classics, but have never really taken the time to sit down and listen to any of his full albums, so I was pretty keen when this came up and boy did it deliver. Really not a bad track on here, with a few absolute classics, just a fun and lively album from start to finish.

He is an amazing storyteller, and the instrumentals sound great. Close to 5 stars tbh.

Lots of bangers on this one.

Fun listen and a good revisit. Can’t say it blew my mind but it’s fun.

Tellement de classique sur cet album. Un des meilleurs album de sa generation. Un chef d,oeuvre. 5

Good storytelling but wtf is Bob talking about????

Goede tekst, te ouderwetse muziek.

I understand music can often be made for specific occasions and in the case of rock n' roll its most often for dance. This album was more a collection of hit songs than a cohesive album. The stories, lyrics and delivery are sly and enjoyable in each song, but most of the songs share the same cadence and get repetitive in succession. Overall I don't think this album matches my tastes.

Very rock oriented. Enjoyable. Outlaw Blues is a standout track. Bob Dylan's 115th Dream is also good. Mr. Tambourine Man is a classic for good reason.

Très country, très Bob Dylan. Beaucoup d’harmonica, sans doute très orienté « textes ». Bonne musique d’ambiance.

masterpiece, nothing else. Can I vote six?

Average chill

I just love the electric first half of this album so much, I for one loved the transition. The first 3 songs are some of my favorite Dylan tunes. Few songs seem like leftovers but great album.

It feels like heresy, but I’m just not a big Dylan fan. Subterranean Homesick Blues is good of course. Love Minus Zero is good. No denying Mr. Tambourine Man is a great tune. It’s Alright, Ma and It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue are good, but by the time I get here I’m having trouble listening to his voice.

I liked this better then some of his others. Subterranean Homesick Blues is just great and video for it is iconic.

I really enjoyed this album. Some great songs on here. Not sure why, but it doesn't quite raise up to a 5 star for me. 4.5 if it was a thing?

Fine

Meh

Ah, another Bob Dylan album. I get the acclaim for him as an artist but even though this album contains some classics like Mr Tambourine Man, it really lacks variety - it's all strumming, strange stories told through lyrics, harmonica solos and, what I found unreasonably frustrating, outros that just fade out. The latter as I say really irritated me for some reason, it felt incredibly lazy. Just finish a song with a flourish once in a while!

I like Bob Dylan overall, but through listening to this I've discovered I like him better in small doses. This album definitely dragged a bit as a whole, although most of the songs were solid individually. Best tracks: She Belongs to Me, Outlaw Blues, On the Road Again, It's Alright Ma.

Classic Dylan. Enjoyed it.