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Every great Bob Dylan song has been done better by someone else. That's a testament to both Dylan's incredible songwriting and his absolute dogshit performance abilities. I saw Bob Dylan live once, it's been 15 years and I still want my money back. 8/10 thoughtful boomer music.
How come nobody ever asks Bob Dylan, "Why you sound so much like Dewey Cox?”
Document of a musician in transition. Starts as strong as a record can, meanders for a bit, and then ends as strong as a record can.
I'm not all that familiar with Dylan's albums, so I initially wondered if somehow a greatest hits album got thrown into this collection, but it's clearly not, so I guess this is more of a testament to how strong this album was relatively early in Bob Dylan's career. (I also didn't realize until I read about the album that this was the album that heralded his turn from protest folk songs to electric sounds and what I think of as classic Dylan lyrics, and apparently the birth of folk rock.) It's impressive how solid so much of the album is; the only song that seemed out of place was "Outlaw Blues". I really enjoyed "Bob Dylan's 115th Dream", "Gates of Eden" and "It's alright Ma", in part because I'd never heard them before. I'm also struck with how many of his great songs are (to me at least) even better when they're covered by other bands (and in the case of "Maggie's Farm" the song acquired a new and even more pointed meaning post-Thatcher). But they all point back to what a songwriting prodigy Bob Dylan was and is. And I'm glad I finally took the time to learn more about the pre-music-video "promotional film clip" for "Subterranean Homesick Blues", as I'd always wondered where that was filmed (in the alley of the Savoy Hotel in London), and who those people were slightly off-camera (Allen Ginsberg and Bob Neuwirth, who apparently helped write the cards in the video along with Donovan and Bob Dylan).
what a great record
Iconic singer-song writer
Bob Dylan at his best
Was never a really big Bob Dylan fan, but I have to say I really enjoyed this album with my favorite song being Bob Dylan’s 115th dream definitely showcases his talent as a storyteller and a songwriter.
Maybe a 4.5!
Dylan goes electric. Sure he might've received blowback, but the results can't be beat. Folk rock allowed Dylan to inject a new sense of energy into his songs that really grabbed you. I do feel that there is too much Dylan on this list, but I can deal with this one.
ja leuk album, ik heb de versie op lp die Subtereanean homesick blues heet volgesmij, maar goed album hoor alleen moet je maar net zi hebben in Bob
Love it!! There are some lovely songs on this album ontop of the big hitters I love She belongs to me, Maggies farm and Its alright Ma. Favourite song: subterranean homesick blues is a great opener and Mr Tambourine man Least favourite: 115th dream Album artwork: Great cover
lots of classics here
Classic for a reason. Great story telling and fun vibes.
This album is honestly quite good. Bob Dylan is a really strong songwriter and knows how to make music catchy and striking. The harmonica rules.
A riveting piece of music from so long ago that honestly reminds me why Dylan was so ahead of his time. Not always my cup of tea, but incredible nonetheless.
Bob Dylan at his most Punk. I like this a lot! I just got done watching "Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid" and was definitely Dylan'ed out by all of that, but this was honestly a tonic to that!
115th fever dream lol Overall, exactly what I thought this would be, but I liked it more than I normally do Dylan. Not my style, but I’ll give it 4 stars
Pretty good album, before Dylan became to self-important to impress.
Very solid. 4.2
Some of Dylan's finest songs are on this album, but there are a couple of weaker ones which detract slightly from the record as a whole.
Very good album. Tough to decide between 4 and 5 stars. I think maybe 4 stars but definitely B+ letter grade.
First time listening. Top three tracks: 1. Subterranean Homesick Blues 2. Maggies Farm 3. Gates of Eden
Favorite Track: It's alright ma, Mr.Tambourine Man Other picks: Subterranean Homesick Blues, She Belongs to me, Outlaw Blues
4.5
I'm not the biggest Bob Dylan fan, but I quite enjoyed this album! Loved the harmonica. Most of the songs were upbeat which surprised me 4 ⭐️
Although I like the early Dylan, this album that marks the transition to a more electric sound is really nice too. It's cleaverly added to the spine of the songs that still keep a folk base.
Not hung up about the instrumentation but the two earlier albums I know seem to have vocal production I prefer and the songs were more focused than these. Still quality.
Brilliant lyrics. Will listen to more Bob Dylan in the future
Okay. Okay, okay. When I had Dylan's 'Blonde On Blonde' earlier (#56, ★☆☆☆☆), I had typed a whole paragraph as an introduction to my perception of his music and saved it to a file to reuse it on the other albums. This is not the time to pull it out. If I were to eventually get into his stuff - I'm still not sure I want to - this album here would be an actual good start, it seems. The musical background to his recitals is still far from being able to hold my interest but it's effective in its simplicity; his voice, while still annoying, doesn't yet sound like a caricature taking the piss. It's got the bangers so I don't have to look for them elsewhere and it's a neat service to split this between "I got an electric guitar now!" and "Remember when I didn't?" 'Bringing It All Back Home' doesn't aggravate me. Huh. I might even kinda like this. Who would have thought!?
Political lyrics, recognizable voice. Fun album.
One of Dylan's best; great songwriting and engaging all the way through.
I'm a sucker for Bobby D
God I love Dylan. And this album has some absolute classics on it.
Not in love with Dylan's voice, but he's a hell of a songwriter.
The songs on this are great wither amazing writing, but bob’s voice can be a bit much at times. Other than that, great album!
Classic bob dylan greatness
i will never seek out bob dylan really. the words are great tho. this is pretty good could i write poetry to this? n
Bob Dylan’s records are so hard to rate bro. They are all so amazing, and each hits a different string inside of me. This album brings a bunch of country elements into classic rock and his usual spoken word poetry, and it works amazing. She Belongs to me, Outlaw Blues, on the road again are my favs
I enjoyed listening to this album. His voice sounded different in the beginning and then sounded more like the Bob Dylan I was used to by the end.
I’m previously had this rated 4
I mean, it's Dylan. Even when the songs get repetitive, the lyrics are still pretty amazing. And there are a couple of bangers here. He was born to play this stuff and nobody else was, I think.
There's a recording of me playing Outlaw Blues floating around online somewhere. I recommend that you don't seek it out.
As if to ask... ."When is too much DYLAN BARELY ENOUGH?" As it turns out this album is recognisably uniquely wildly (weirdly) Dylan to the core. Perhaps breakthrough different, shaping stuff. Yes. And some lyricism come through and i noted some occasional soothing lilting beats - you can let this album wash on through. He doesnt do a 5 for me, but his is better material. Ever notice he sings like a madman? as its there is a haunted quiver of death warbling in there too. I need to read the words apparently.
Niin tämähän oli tämä joka on julkaistu eri nimellä euroopassa kun jenkeissä. Hyvä platta. Rokkaa. 4/5
Dylan ei liene huonoja levyjä tehnyt ja tasaisen varma on tämäkin platta. 4/5
While I am not a great Bob Dylan fan I liked this. Knew a lot of the tracks and all of it was nice to listen to. Not nice enough for 5 stars but an easy 4.
Þetta fannst mér rosalega góð plata. Gott soundið og textarnir hans Bobba skáka nottla flest.
I can't really properly score it having listened to it only once if I'm being honest. I feel like I'm missing so much..
Opens with a nice Bob Dylan rap which elicits thoughts of Beck. I feel like Dylan was trying to figure out why he was popular and just started throwing random stuff at the wall. Then it all stuck...
This is Dylan the Beatnik Poet. You either get Dylan or you don’t. I do.
Gran clásico del tío Bob.
I hate sounding like a basic-ass boomer, but Dylan really is that good. I usually consider this an average-ish album between two game-changers, but no this is ace. Some of hus best work. A-
Nice one Bob
Pretty classic Bob. Great song writing and lyrics. So-so singing.
Primo folk
Great Dylan album should be in every vinyl fans collection.
I want to dedicate this review in memory to my 12th Grade English Professor. He's not gone I just like remembering his class. I bring this up as he would always say that Bob Dylan was one of the greatest American Poets in existence. While I wouldn't go to that extent, I can really see where he was coming from with it. Each of the songs has something to come back to that counters my general aversion to folk (more so a thrash kind of guy) and has me trying to process what not just what Bob Dylan said but also what Bob Dylan meant for each song. While I generally don't connect with the songs instrumentally, I cannot deny the general quality of everything surrounding it.
This is a pretty fun album. I'm new to Bob Dylan's music, so I had no clue what to expect going into this album. I was pleasantly surprised. 8.5/10 Would I listen to it again? Yes
meglio dell'altro, tra il 3 e il 4 perché obbiettivamente un buon album, ma rimango non un grande fan
- First Dylan album I have listened to in-full. - The lyricism is everything. The music behind it is often comforting and unobstrusive without ever being monotonous, but Dylan's lyrics are what makes this music stand out. - Is Dylan my thing? No, not really. But I have to admire the words he weaves, even if I do not understand where 50% of it is going. - "Mr. Tambourine Man" is definitely the standout.
Good Bob Dylan album but not the best.
classic. little grating. roadtrip
enjoyable! i liked it!
another good album. there's a lot of bob dylan on this list but it's all pretty fun and enjoyable. this might be my favorite of his that I've listened to so far. favorites: subterranean homesick blues, maggie's farm, bob dylan's 115th dream, mr. tambourine man
01) Subterranean Homesick Blues - 8,0 02) She Belongs To Me - 9,0 03) Maggie's Farm - 8,5 04) Love Minus Zero - 8,5 05) Outlaw Blues - 8,0 06) On The Road Again - 8,0 07) Bob Dylan's 115th Dream - 8,5 08) Mr. Tambourine Man - 10,0 09) Gates Of Eden - 8,0 10) It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding) - 9,0 11) It's All Over Now, Baby Blue - 10,0 TOTAL: 8,68 (87/100) Another good one from Bob.
I quite liked this. I feel like #1001Albuns is conspiring to get me into Bob Dylan.
Some classics on this, as an album just falls short of some of his other masterpieces in my humble not very well informed opinion….
Best song: Subterranean homesick blues Vibes: roughneck reflective rock/folk Themes: working class blues and consequences
My first time sitting to listen to Bob Dylan. I enjoyed this way more than I had expected. I see why Tom Petty sounds as he did - Dylan must have been a huge influence. Didn’t realize Dylan wrote Tambourine Man. More overall melody than I expected, great lyrics. Good stuff here.
me gustó. 7/10 xoxo
Cool
I'm not sure I really like this? I did like the song "On the Road Again" sooo plus one for that. Ya know what, its actually not that bad now that I've listened to the whole thing.
Great mix of "rock songs" and folk. Bob Dylan is an excellent poet and it shows. Great Album.4 stars
subterranean homesick blues isch irgendwie en titel woni scho ghört ha aber nonie glost. goht no los. she belongs to me tönt suuper schön. love minus zero au mega schös instrumental, gitarre huere nice on the road again isch sehr funny. napoleon bonaparte mask het min paper ah seiter. gates of eden isch classic dylan aber find huere geil. chords cool. singt cool. boah it's alright ma isch huuuere guete text mega powerful aaah. ich check dylaaaaaan huuuuere guet. it's all over now. do ischer chli meh am umegröle aber finds immerno nice. s het en bass.
okee tönt schomal chli meh nach mim gusto entweder hani love minus zero schomal ghört oder es tönt ähnlich wienes anders lied, uf jede fall hani das uhuere es schöns lied gfunde JÖÖ DE AHFANG VO BOB DYLAN'S 115TH DREAM ICH LIEBS mr. tambourine man isch ja glaub recht beliebt, es isch zwar sehr cute gsi aber chli sehr repetitiv? aso viiiill besser als blonde on blonde
I like it. For me, the first side is more compelling than the second. The jangly, bluesy honkey tonk keeps the songs driving forward. Certainly, his lyrics are the primary driver, and yes, they’re inspired. Mr Tambourine Man paints vivid images. But truthfully, I could have lived with fewer verses on some of the songs. 3.9
Wow…spitting fire for 45 min straight!!!!
Started out really good but got annoying towards the end. Still enjoyed the listen
Not a big Dylan fan. Standouts: Subterranean Homesick Blues, Mr. Tambourine Man Others: Maggie's Farm, She Belongs to Me, Gates of Eden 4/5
is it good? hey, sure, but when I'm getting this a few days after blood on the tracks i gotta make some kind of differentiation to indicate how great blood on the tracks is
A 5 L 4
I knew more songs off this album than I thought I would. Not for my daily listening rotation but I can appreciate the importance of this album and Bob Dylan in general. This does inspire me to sift through his music and find which of his genre expeditions speaks most to me.
His Bobness fungerer bedre for mig når han bliver elektrificerer og der er fart på sangene. Det setup passer simpelthen bedre til hans stemme. Så får hans finurlige lyd mere bid. Subterranean Homesick Blues, Maggies Farm og Outlaw Blues fungere mega godt. Desværre går der for meget singer/songwriter Dylan i den på nogle numre. Særligt Mr. Tambourine Man og Gates of Eden kunne jeg godt undvære. Men den slutter med et par stærke værker i I’m Alright, Ma og It’s all over now, Baby Blue PS: Det er næsten komisk så mange Dylan sange der lige skal fade ud med en mundharmonika.
I thoroughly enjoyed exploring this album, as it proved to be quite a challenge to find a song that didn't resonate with me. It seemed that every track was right up my alley. Although there were a couple of songs that I want the biggest fan of, the overall quality of the album far outweighed any minor shortcomings. The enjoyable incorporation of the harmonica and Dylan's unmistakably unique voice truly struck a chord with me. Without a doubt, this album has claimed the top spot in in the list thus far.
I enjoyed this more than I thought I would - I don't know why but the thought of Bob Dylan fills me with dread. The reality was more enjoyable though.
dylan slaying again, flexing his writing skills, he'd be even better later
Good album, I like the style. Lyrics always remind me of the "Walk Hard" parody.
it was really good, i liked it
Initial impression is 4 out of 5, but has potential to be grow over time to 5 out of 5.
Dylans bästa.
my sister recommend a few songs from this album, I enjoyed his unique vibe
It's not really my speed, but it is a classic.
It’s Dylan and all about the words.
So many hits. But a clear definition of a style that defines how you remember Dylan in his prime.
It’s all over now baby blue never gets old…..
Never listened to a Dylan album that I can remember and had to check this one wasn't a compilation as it contains so many well known songs. He can't sing, he simply can't, everyone knows he has a nasal yowling voice and is simply tone deaf, but he is still just about getting away with it here, later in his career I find him unlistenable. The harmonica though just lives up to all the stereotypes, what is he doing? I swear you could wave a mouth organ under a hand dryer and it would sound better than Bob's attempts. But the songs are great and influenced even people who don't think they've been influenced. The electric tracks sound a bit samey and the acoustc tracks sound a bit samey. It's just great though. It does sound like an artist who is really in their prime and having a great time. 'Maggies Farm' is my favourite, snarky funny lyrics about sociual injustice with a catchy jangly backing that would set the tone for so many bands to follow.
No one makes me stop and listen to the lyrics as much as bob dylan does.
During the day I had to listen to this album, there was only one thing I wanted to figure out about how I felt about it: which side would I enjoy more? The acoustic half, or the electric half that prompted cries of "Judas?" That question puts aside how I feel about the album as a whole, by the way. To speak on that briefly, generally I think it's pretty good. This isn't my first Bob Dylan album (that would be BLOOD ON THE TRACKS), but it's been so long since I've heard any of his stuff that I might as well treat it as such. Under that light, and given that this record ends up being a transitional period for Dylan, I think it's a good introduction to his two most iconic styles: his acoustic protest songs and his electric folk. Of course, you could debate on how much protest there really IS in this album's acoustic songs, but that's besides the point. Though that actually does end up tying into which side I enjoyed more. 'Cuz y'gotta understand one thing about me, and that's that I'm ultimately more a fan of melodies than meaning. Not a bad thing, of course; you don't need to be a poetry scholar to enjoy music "correctly"–as if a "correct method" could exist. But you gotta look at how Dylan's lyrics are backed up on both sides. On the first side, the electric one, Dylan's words are scored by an electric band. As a result, I don't feel like I need to focus AS HARD on them. Naturally, I still do; they're not any less important here just because there's a drum kit. But if I find myself spacing out of the words and focusing on the music, then it's not as much of an issue. Compare with the second side, where the sole instrument a lot of the time is an acoustic guitar. With such sparse backing, the lyrics are the main focal point. That's all you have to focus on, aside from a harmonica line every now and then. If you're into dissecting all of Dylan's weird metaphors and obscure references, this side's way more of a treat, I imagine. And, yeah, the words are interesting as hell; please continue to not get me wrong here. It's just as a result of the presentation, it's not the first side I would reach for casually. This might be an esoteric comparison, but I like to think about it like this: Weird Al and the film WALK HARD: THE DEWEY COX STORY have both done Bob Dylan parodies. Hell, WALK HARD did two. Between them, I've listened to Weird Al's "Bob" way more than I have WALK HARD's "Royal Jelly". Or, to put it another way: consider me a Judas, too, I guess. So yeah. Now I've heard this Robert Zimmerman. And although I don't suppose I've taken in enough to fully agree with the hype, taking this as a cross-section... Yeah, I can begin to see it. I just hope I can get a little more out of his earlier, fully acoustic records whenever they show up.
Bob Dylan is a master of folk, whether that be acoustic or electric (Judas!).
3.5/5
Plus j’écoute Bob Dylan, plus j’apprécie son travail. Les paroles sont excellentes, l’interprétation convaincue
You can tell it's a product of its time with something like half the songs feeling like protest songs, but I like that vibe. I love the way the album sounds overall, with the exception that the harmonica was sometimes a bit much for me. The line "You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows" has been in my head all day Favorite songs: Subterranean Homesick Blues and Love Minus Zero
My first time listening to a Bob Dylan album. Based on other reviews, it seems his voice is polarizing. I think it fits the jangly sound of this album perfectly. Love the lyricism and the way he flows over these tracks. 4.5/5
Not as affecting as Dylan's previous albums but still obviously great. Highlight is last track.
This album was a lot more “playful” than the other album of his I’ve heard. Lots of harmonica, pretty folky. I definitely heard a “hometown” theme among many of the songs.
This has come up twice for me. Much better this time around. Already knew every other song but the rest are growing too.
самый гармошечный дилан. Кайфеец А вообще тут есть мр тамбурин, так что за это лишний балл алкоальбом: светлое нефильтрованное
Classic Dylan
Solider Folk Rock mit dem Highlight und wohl bekanntesten Song "Mr. Tambourine Man".
Favorites: Subterranean Homesick Blues, On the Road Again, Me. Tambourine Man, It’s All Over Now Baby Blue. Great sotry teller.
Lively. Mr. Tamborine Man is a classic for the ages.
Subterranean homesick blues låter red deadig och är bra. Hört någonstans innan Tamburinmannen är bäst på albumet. Sån otrolig banger Gates of Eden var mysig Bra album overall. Verkligen min typ av country/folk. Gungar på stadigt med gitarr o munspel. Han sjunger speciellt men ändå bra. Vill vara ute i en skog o äta kött
I've never been a fan of Bob Dylan; don't know why. The songs were fine just not something I'd ever buy.
yeah nice
much better than the one i heard before
Pretty good singer songwriter album! Bob Dylan tells his stories and plays his harmonics, and some of the songs are even a little catchy
Favorite Tracks: Subterranean Homelessness Blues Maggie’s Farm Bob Dylan’s 115th Dream
Wenn es maximal 10 Punkte gegeben hätte, hätte ich hier 9 gegeben. Vor allem deshalb, weil es 1965 ein wegweisendes und einflussreiches Album war.
Really enjoyed it. A couple were a bit slow for my taste but overall a good time. 4.6
More twang than I anticipated
OK. A couple of good songs. Many songs that were just random lyrics
It might seem like I'm a huge Bob Dylan fan, because I've already given 5 stars to four previous Dylan records. For the most part, I like Dylan, but he's released so much material I wouldn't consider essential and a lot of what I would even call unlistenable music. Those four albums are essential listens not only for Bob Dylan fans, but for popular music as a whole. Bringing It All Back Home is close, it includes some outright Dylan classics, Subterranean Homesick Blues and Mr. Tambourine Man and side one is recorded with an electric band, which was a game changer to his career. Most of the album is terrific, but it doesn't quite reach what I would consider, "epic status" as Blonde On Blonde, Highway 61 Revisited or even Blood On The Tracks. Still, this stands as one of his best.
Great stuff, that harmonica never gets old. Mr. Tambourine Man is such a bop.
great songs, so-so execution
Not sure I've ever listened to a Dylan record start to finish before. Of course I knew many more songs on here than I realized I would (never been good with song titles). And given today's sensibilities, I can't see what all the hubbub was about over the 'electric' side - maybe if I'd been a diehard folkie back in the day... But honestly people, this was his fifth album. Let the man breathe!
A blend of all time classics and S few lesser make weights
I feel like I understand Tom Petty's musical influences more now. I had actually never listened to Bob Dylan before this, this is my first time. Gotta say, I understand the hype now. This is a great acoustic vibe. Just sit back and listen to everything flow together. I'll add this to my normal listening rotation for sure. It's making me super passionate about not working on Maggie's farm anymore. I've never worked on her farm before, but I'm definitely gonna start. The laughing at the beginning of Bob Dylan's 115th Dream? UGH. So good. I love stuff like that, where that veil goes away and you get a peak into a person just playing music and enjoying what they do. Only reason I'm not giving a full 5 stars is because I do think some of it drags just a tad - some of the cadence/tonality stays too similar for just a bit too long. Not enough to turn me off from the music, but enough for me to not give a whole 5 stars.
Can something be joyful and also be the perfect album for a rainy day? If so, this might be it.
First song. Guitar! After yesterday's mess, this is a pleasant surprise. I'm no musical historian, but the style of this song reminds me of some newer (than 1965) stuff - that INXS song from the 80s. Song 2. [nod to Blur]. Guitar and singing. This is stuff I can get on board with. I do have a little experience with Dylan, so this isn't unfamiliar territory, but I haven't previously listened to this album front to back. Harmonica is nice too. Third song. He does not seem to like Maggie or her family. I like the driving beat, like a train. Similar to Cash. Plus harmonica. Fuck Maggie. Fourth song. I'm enjoying this album so far. Pleasant song. Fifth song. I think I might prefer these driving songs to the more passive ones. But I've enjoyed every song up to this point. Historically, I don't know where this rates in his catalogue, but so far so good on this one. Maybe this one's a little racist-y. But I suppose things were different in the 60s. Sixth song. More harmonica. Lovin it. Might be my favorite so far. Seventh song. Odd start. But then back to it. Still digging the driving beat. This is definitely the longest song so far. I'm afraid I don't pick up all the stories with just one listen. But I'm still interested so far. Eighth song. I think this is the only one that I had heard previously, or at least recognize that I've heard it before. Plus I knew the Byrds version better. My mom probably had that record. No Dylan in the house tho. Ninth song. Noting here that no drums or driving beat on this one or the previous. Seems to be just Bob (say it like Kevin Kline did in French Kiss) and his guitar. Tenth song. Again, just guitar. I may just have to Google this. I will say that I liked the earlier stuff on the album better. This isn't bad, but just not as good. Eleventh song. This acoustic set song lengths are much longer than the earlier songs. Definitely feeling meh about this stuff. I'll get set to googling a bit once this song is over. ~~ Some review: apparently this album was controversial as it was a departure from his traditional folk approach. The record (!) had rock approach on side 1 and folk approach on side 2. Many did not like it. ~~ In summary, I was the opposite of those who were put off by Bob's departure from his normal. I welcomed our new rock overlords on side 1. Those songs had the advantage of being a little shorter and tighter than the acoustic side 2 "ramblings". Maybe my short attention span couldn't hang. Or maybe it just sucked more than the rock. Either way, I would listen to this album again, especially side 1. Just not today.
It took at least two complete play throughs before i could get used to his voice. He's not the most skilled singer, "if sandpaper could sing" is how one person is quoted in Dylan's wiki article. However, once I got used to it I really started to enjoy the songs and the lyrics. Great turn of phrase and imagery. The more I listen the more I like it, 4 stars for now but could edge up into 5 down the road
Turns out I'm a Dylan fan and never new, discovering his albums has been a highlight of this project
Yeah, I can see why John Hughes said that he listened to this on Thursday and woke up a different person on Friday. The lack of folksy whine and the addition of electric guitar made the first half of this album hum for me, but it’s the comic break at the start of 115th Dream that makes me see the humanity behind Dylan. That makes it my second-favourite disc of his.
Nice
Great instrumentals
Classic Dylan. Half of the album easily deserves 5 stars but some weaker songs dragged it down to 4.
You know, I'm kind of surprised it took this long to get a Bob Dylan album given how highly praised he is. Oh well, I got one now and I thought "Bringing It All Back Home" was pretty good. You know an album's iconic when all of its songs have wikipedia articles. I'll start by talking about Dylan as a singer. Sometimes he's good, other times he's not. It kind of fluctuates for me. I didn't like his singing in the opening track, but it was alright for the rest of the album. Where Bob Dylan really shines though is not in his status as a singer, but as a songwriter. This is a man that knows how to write a song. The writing is fairly abstract, but it gets its point across quite well. I definitely think he makes for a better folk artist than a rock artist. I feel that the second half of this album, which focused more on folk than rock, is more consistent in its quality than the first, more rock-focused, half. Overall, while I'm not the biggest Bob Dylan fan in the world, I definitely see the value in his music, and am not opposed to listening to more of his albums in the future. Light 4/5.
I think this is probably Bob's second best album but it's still light years behind his best
I got out of the 5th grade spelling bee because i misspelled Subterranean. Shoulda been a Dylan fan earlier. I'd probably be ok never hearing Mr. Tambourine man again, but Subterranean, Love Minus Zero/No Limit, Maggie's Farm, and Baby Blue are classics. It's Alright Ma is an absolute masterpiece (Philharmonic Hall '64 being a prime version). Much more surrealism, vivid imagery, and literary lyrics (and electric guitars) on this album than his previous folky protest songs, marking the beginning of an unparalleled 3 album run culminating in Blonde on Blonde.
Classic Dylan
what a cool dude. still fresh
Really good album. Strong collection of songs, electric first side and acoustic second side. One of Dylan's best albums.
Finally got to listen to this. There's a reason Bob Dylan is considered one of the grants. I will be listening again someday.
i have enjoyed the casual bob dylan song but this album makes me wanna try more
Really relaxing to listen to. Great length. Maybe not a specific song i I like but everything works as a whole.
Enjoyed it more than I thought. Some songs are annoying, but most are pretty good. 3.9.
good
Subterranean Homesick Blues // She Belongs To Me // Mr. Tambourine Man //
Pretty solid
Whole album was a nice smooth ride. 4.5
It feels very contradictory to call myself a music lover while having never dived into Bob Dylan's work before - it's all very intimidating and his work comes on a pedestal that makes it hard for me to be unbiased. The bluesy first half this record is a hard listen for me, the folksy back half is certainly more of my cup of tea. The harmonica feels less harsh in the acoustic setting for some reason. I wonder what I'm not seeing - none of these songs are familiar to me so while there is no nostalgic cloud of vision, there is also a missing historical context that reading a wikipedia article just doesn't fill. I'm not sure I'd reach for this album again, but I sure appreciate it's existence. Best track: It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)
HOW DO YA DO
Very good album. Highlight is the opener, what a great track.
I don’t listen to folk normally but I really enjoyed this album. I prefer the first half with the electric guitar but did not dislike any of the acoustic songs. Subterranean Homesick Blues and Outlaw Blues were my favorites from this album and I added those songs to my favorites list.
Bob Dylan I actually like his singing and think these recordings have a cool vibe. Favorite songs are: It’s all over now baby Blue It’s all right ma I’m only bleeding Subterranean home sick blues. Tough one to rate 3.5
It's great Bob. It's not the absolute best Bob, partly because there is a little dip in the middle of the album (Outlaw Blues and On the Road Again in particular). But it's still ruddy great Bob, and the last two songs are up there with the best closers I can think of.
Personal highlights - "Maggie's Farm", "Love At Minus Zero", "Mr Tambourine Man" **3rd sighting of Bob Dylan on this list... Getting sick of artist repetition and the gender skew of the list. 13/156 female artists on the list.
overraskende god, synes normalt ikke jeg er en Dylan fan
Har aldrig hørt så meget Bobby, men kan virkelig godt lide folk! Lidt sjovt hvordan man opdager inspirationskilden for kunstnere som The Tallest Man On Earth og The Walkmen.
Várias música daora. A voz do Bob Dylan dá outro ar ao blues tradicional no qual elas são inspiradas
Bob Dylan the GOAT
Very cool album
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.
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
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.
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.
very good,not quite a 5
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
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.
Epic!
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.
Very good. Still a voice I am not a fan of, but the songwriting is undeniable
classic bob - yes please
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!
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.
listened to again what a poet
some solid tracks
4-4.5
Classic rock and roll
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 my favorite Dylan album, but a few great songs
Nice catchy tunes
Folk-rock/blues műfaj. 115th dream : wtf kezdés XD Blues: 10/10 Amugy: 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.
Love a bit of Dylan 😊
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.
Helt ok bob Dylan ikke beste jeg har hørt, likte sangen om moby Dick da
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.
Good folk and good lyrics. Real classy.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
This album just sounds like it was fun to make
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.
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.
This might be my favorite Dylan album so far. I've never been a big fan, but recognize his prolific writing and ability.
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.
Classic jangley, rollicking, light hearted tunes about loveable tramps. Great harmonica, great stuff. 4 stars
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).
4th best Dylan album.
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.
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.
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
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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.
‘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.
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
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
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.
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
"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.
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.
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.
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
Classic Dylan record, but not my favorite. Varied and interesting. 4.5
Avevo basse aspettative, ma mi sta piacendo.
fine
Dylan. Fine. Nothing unexpected. Samey. Some nice chord sequences and satisfying melodies but other songs quite long and indulgent.
A sign of what's to come for Bob Dylan.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Meh
Classic Dylan. Enjoyed it.
Fab album. Mid sixties Dylan at his best, with some of his classics here.
Probably the only album with songs later covered by both The Byrds and Rage Against The Machine. One of Dylan's better ones, with lots of good songs, but he never was a good singer so they get a bit lost. Enjoyable enough, but far from the masterpiece I would perhaps have expected.
Brilliant iconic album. Classic Dylan. Every track is great. A mix of electric (yeah) then acoustic. The more underlooked (by me) album that comes before the giants of Highway and Blonde. iconic album. Classic Dylan. Every track is great/good
This is a really good album and if I was a bit older or grew up in a time when this was more influential this may have gotten 5 stars. However, this being released in 65 is pretty amazing. This album has some good rock songs, sad rock songs, folk songs and is really well written. In a time when the Beatles were growing the pop stage Bob Dylan held down the contemporary sound and giving a path to a lot of older alternative style of rock or folk. This album is a great predecessor to so many other bands and it still sounds good. 8.3/10
Is it cliché for a white man nearing middle age to love Bob Dylan? Probably, and yet here we are. Stand out tracks for me are Maggie’s Farm and It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue. Star deducted for mispronunciation of guillotine during an unjustified 7 and a half minute track, but otherwise stellar work from old Bobby D. I can’t believe I don’t already own this one on vinyl.
Ik heb een zwak voor Bobje. Waar veel mensen zijn nummers liever door anderen uitgevoerd zijn worden, vind ik juist zijn nasale gezongen liedjes prachtig.
Wow, turns out I might actually be a Bob Dylan fan. Really enjoyed this one especailly Outlaw Blues (I might be a bit biased) and Bob Dylan's 115th Dream is a crackup at the start. Definitely keen to get into some more.
Subterranean Homesick Blues
Loved the "Subterranean Homesick Blues" opening track and the other tracks hold really strong too. I think it might be Bob Dylan at his finest. 3.5/5
This is the most Bob-Dylany Bob Dylan album I think. It's probably his best (in my opinion). Not sure what else to say.
One of Dylan’s classics with songs that trascended decades and generations.
Showing my age and ignorance but I didn't know Dylan was making music in the 60s. Then again hendrix covered him and hendrix was playing in the 60s so it makes sense. First couple songs were a lil weak but he brought it in the 2nd half
Chill, feels like campfire music
Classic Album, though out of the Electric Trilogy I prefer “Highway 61 Revisited” more.
Bob Dylan est très important pour ses textes. Je suis personnellement plus attiré par la musique dans un album, donc par défaut, les auteurs à textes ne sont pas toujours gagnants pour moi. Ici, on est dans la période Dylan qui me parle. Mon préféré étant Highway 61, on poursuit dans cette voie. Les pièces Subterranean Homesick Blues, Maggie's Farm et Mr. Tambourine Man sont des pièces incontournables de cet album.
Wonderful. We'll played, written, and sung all around. I have never listened to a full Bob Dylan album before and I will now listen to more.
Rating: 7/10 Best songs: Subterranean homesick blues
It took a while to decide whether this is a 4 or a 5 for me. I do like the majority of the songs on it and some of those are some of the best ever written. But there are quite a few I don't care for much. It also has to be seen in context, Highway 61 Revisited came out later in the same year is a better album for sure. However maybe if Dylan hadn't released that at all this would be a 5 for me. As it stands I think I'll stick with a 4. One of my favourite things about this album is referencing it in arguments about hip hop. I'll often be like, "how can you say you don't like hip hop if you love Subterranean Homesick Blues?". The dude's definitely rapping, don't lie to yourself!
4.5 stars - clearly a terrific album
One of the truly seismic moments in music history. The man is not just a poet, he is a muse, or language itself. Things would get even better, though , and in a very short time.
Kind of a hybrid/fusion of his folk style with The Beatles/Rolling Stones. Contains some classics. Overall excellent listen, though I still prefer the more overtly political songs of his earlier career.
I didn't know Bob Dylan had a sense of humor.
Have to admit its got a few classics on it
I enjoyed the first half of this album a bit more than the second half. Dylan tends to go long whenever it's just him and a guitar, plus he sounds so much livelier when he's backed up by a band. Still, all solid. Favorite tracks: "Bob Dylan's 115th Dream", "Outlaw Blues", "Maggie's Farm"
First time listening to this album and I liked it. Will have to give it another listen
Highlights: Mr. Tambourine Man, It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)
Best Dylan album so far
I dunno what to say about this album. I always enjoy listening to Dylan, but I'm not passionate about him. Great record!
Not bad, bob dylan is a good composer and its a specific vibe but idk if i will revisit it soon. With all due respect 4 stars mainly for mr tambourine man
Good album by Dylan
Silly little album
Pretty good
mies saanut nobelin ihan HYVÄSTÄ syystä... lyriikat on kun jeesus itse puhuisi oppipojilleeen viisauksia... ja laulut on laiskoja, suupielessä ei lihakset kouristu: MUTTA SENKIN VOI TEHDÄ VÄÄRIN...dylan ei väärin tee... ja kun tulee vähän railakkaampaa bluessia vastaaan niin sekin hyvin tehty... mahtava levy.... paras kappale its alright ma, VAIKKAKIN ON MONTA MAHTAVAA LAULUNPOIKASTA.
Bob Dylan is Bob Dylan. There is in this album the song "Mr. Tambourine Man".
Enjoyed: yeah Listens: 3 Pretty solid album tbf
Classic! I need to be in the right mood, but it's great when I am
classic. bobby D. too folksy too furious.
This was a Dylan album alright. Will listen again multiple times to read up on the lyrics better.
The lyrics are all over the place, exemplified by the first (and probably most famous) track on this album. It's kind of a jumbled mess, but in a charming way--but not the powerful snapshots of Dylan's genius brain like on "A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall". For me, the most powerful statement on this album isn't the call to follow the Tambourine Man but rather Dylan's scathing criticism of the materialistic, war-mongering, hypocritical society he saw all around him expressed on "It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)". This is where his lyricism shines, the intense, monotone vocal delivery matching the grim imagery. Is anything sacred anymore? Nothing was back then. What about now?
LOVE THIS
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Never understood the hype behind Dylan until I heard this album. Just awesome blues with interesting songwriting
The ur-Bob talking blues record.
Songs saved: 3 Songs skipped: 3
Loses a star for the harmonica work
I haven't listened alot to Bob Dylan in the past tbh.. although I like his style alot. I just never 'get tot it'. So I was happy I got to listen to this album! The first couple of songs are somewhat faster than his previous works with songs like Subterranean Homesick Blues and One the Road Again. The second half of the album tends to be more like his protest folk songs and is more acoustic than the first half of the album. My favorite song of the album is It's Alright, Ma. It contains some lyrics which are still relevant today! Overall a real nice album which takes my mind back to a time the world was a lot more simple and smaller. Eventhough I didn't exist back then.
At this point Dylan was getting better with every new album.