Blood On The Tracks

Not the biggest bob dylan fan, but his music (and this album) remind me of home, driving through the blue ridge parkway on a crisp autumn morning, so it gets a pass for me.

After my 1 star review of Blonde on Blonde, I was absolutely not happy about getting another Dylan album so soon after suffering through that terrible, terrible experience. But you know what? I didn't HATE this album! It's clear that after 10 years even Bob himself got sick of his stupid OooOoooO voice. The songs I already knew on this record were a welcomed high-note, and overall I feel like the songwriting conventions of the 70s helped shape this into a much more listenable piece of music from my modern perspective - again, unlike that trash that was Blonde on Blonde. I'm pleasantly surprised, but also can't help but think that listening to basically back to back Dylan albums is going to convince my Spotify I'm the biggest Dylan fan and start recommending me live versions of these songs from geriatric 2023 Bob.

55 Based on this scale: 1 - 0 to 19 2 - 20 to 39 3 - 40 to 59 4 - 60 to 79 5 - 80 to 100 If I were rating these based on lyrics and general songwriting, it would have a much higher score. However, I also have to evaluate its delivery, which is why this cannot get more than three stars. Bob Dylan is a great songwriter and composer, but in order for me to realize he's a great composer, I had to listen to other musicians cover his work.

Bob Dylan gonna Bob Dylan. This was a fun enough listen, but I can't imagine putting this on to listen to of my own volition very often. The folksy harmonica is the most charming thing about these songs in my opinion, and it borders on irritating sometimes haha.

Okay for background music, wouldn’t be a go to if I was paying attention to the music

This album is WHACK! It kind of fit the morning work vibe though. “Idiot Wind” was especially whack. Crazy vibes all around. Felt like I was in some old classic novel.

I can appreciate the lyricism and storytelling but some of it was a little slow for me. I liked the guitar and his voice is always great. 2.5-3

It's kind of a vibe. The vocals weren't my favorite. Overall I'm glad I experienced it.

Zzzzz

Not bad, never listened much to Dylan but I plan on diving deeper.

Classic Dylan -- driving, stripped back, groovy.

Pretty nifty, some songs in the first half of the album were reminiscent of David Bowie which I thought was nice

Nice.

meh.

Don't love Dylan's voice. Enjoyed guitar and harmonica.

Jako że w piosenkach szukam melodii, to ciężko mi docenić kolesia który jest jakimś lirycznym bogiem, bo melodycznie średnio idzie tego słuchać. Ale spróbuję.

A masterpiece.

I still don’t love Bob’s voice or style, but don’t begrudge those who do. The lyrics thing though, I get it.

Great album. Need much more than a day to listen. For me the tracks got better and better later in the album, with my favorite being the last track

Not bad

It’s aight. 4/10

I like the overall vibe of this music. It feels good to listen to. Makes your mornings nice and relaxing. Makes me want to grow corn. I could be going 20 in 45 to this music because I’m towing a trailer. Sometimes it felt Bob was singing off key or not with the melody of the song. “Idiot Wind” he doesn’t hold back… “you’re an idiot babe”. The harmonica/guitar has a special place in my heart. No one song was notable, but not a bad choice of music to play just to switch things up. Imagine if Jimmy Buffet grew up on a farm and not in Key West. That’s Bob Dylan. I really want to crack a beer and watch my corn grow now. 6/10

One of the better song writers in music history and it shows with how each song tells a story. Not every song is catchy and sometimes can sound kinda similar. Overall pretty good 6/10

The Bob Dylan song structure: Bob sing talks two sentences at a time. They always rhyme. Background music that really doesn’t matter. You are distracted by his chitter chatter. The lyrics do not repeat. He is telling a story, very neat. Sometimes he yells out. Sometimes it’s a shout. Harmonica solo to end the song. Thanks for listening along. Next song starts. Bob Dylan farts. 3/10

Good songs. I wish vocals were better not really my style of music

as bob goes this was fairly decent. you really have to be in the mood for him though.

The train derails and crashes into the wide open pussy of Charlie. She flinches a little, but carries on sucking my cock like a trooper. Bob Dylan sticks his head out the window and licks his chops. He's got a boner that won't quit and is eyeing up my tasty thighs. I can smell his fear. I withdraw my index finger from Charlie's wonderful anus and call Bob over. He wipes his curly brow and sheepishly shimmies towards me. Some debris from the train grazes his penis and he stops. I remove my throbbing dick from Charlie's jizz-filled mouth and piss all over Bob. I drench him. He's drowning and I'm bloody loving it.

Blob

Another really cool Bob Dylan album. I probably prefer Bringing it all back home still, because I feel like this album drops off a tiny bit in the second half, but its still really good.

No harmonica 😄

I like the first syllable rhymes he does with LACES of my shoes, and FREIGHT train. "Twist of Fate" I never heard before, great song. Jeff Buckley does a better "If you see her, say hello" but Bob wrote it, I guess.

Feels so intimist. Dylan lyrics at its best. 3 stars

It was fine. Nothing really stayed with me afterwards. It was just something that was on while I worked for a bit.

Ok

Very enjoyable

Welp, it happened. This is the 5th Bab Dylan album I've gotten, and for whatever reason, he must be growing on me. This was my favorite of his yet. Enjoyed it. Didn't feel attacked by a harmonica.

Love Dylan. Good album. Some great songs on it

I am no longer a Bob Dylan denier.

Standard Bob, good songwriting. Are all 200 of his albums gonna make this list??

I hate him idk why but i do

Great album! Each album I dive into by the man, makes me appreciate his output more and more. It's incredible what he put out in his lifetime, and this is a high mark. Backed by an incredible band and writing poignant songs with beautiful stories! 9 out of 10

1. Songwriting: The heart of "Blood on the Tracks" lies in its exceptional songwriting. The album's lyrics are confessional and introspective, reflecting themes of love, loss, regret, and longing. The songs are rich in narrative and emotional depth, showcasing Dylan's poetic prowess. The album captures a sense of raw, unfiltered emotion that's both intimate and relatable. 2. Music and Production: The album primarily features acoustic instrumentation, with Dylan's expressive guitar work and harmonica, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere. The production, overseen by Dylan himself, is minimalistic, allowing the focus to remain on the lyrics and Dylan's emotive delivery. The simplicity of the arrangements enhances the emotional impact of the songs, with standout tracks like "Tangled Up in Blue" and "Simple Twist of Fate" exemplifying this. 3. Emotional Depth: "Blood on the Tracks" is often seen as a reflection of Dylan's personal life, particularly his separation from his wife Sara Lownds. The emotional intensity and vulnerability in these songs are palpable. Whether it's the heartbreak in "You're a Big Girl Now" or the yearning in "Shelter from the Storm," Dylan captures a wide range of emotions with incredible authenticity. 4. Timeless Quality: Despite its very personal nature, the album's themes are universal, making it relatable to listeners of all backgrounds. The songs deal with human emotions and experiences that transcend time and place, which is a testament to the album's lasting appeal. 5. Impact and Influence: "Blood on the Tracks" had a profound impact on both Dylan's career and the music industry. It marked a return to critical acclaim after a period of mixed reviews for his previous work. This album also had a significant influence on the singer-songwriter genre, inspiring countless artists to write more introspective and emotionally honest songs. 6. Standout Tracks: While the entire album is a masterpiece, some standout tracks include "Tangled Up in Blue," "Simple Twist of Fate," "Idiot Wind," and "Shelter from the Storm." These songs showcase the range of Dylan's songwriting and emotional depth. In conclusion, "Blood on the Tracks" is a crowning achievement in Bob Dylan's illustrious career. It's a deeply personal and emotionally charged album that resonates with listeners on a profound level. The combination of exceptional songwriting, raw emotion, and minimalistic production makes it a timeless classic that continues to captivate and move audiences, solidifying its place as one of the most significant albums in the history of popular music.

quality album, I don’t like his voice, lyrics are good

Better than I thought it would be

Na to, ze Dylana zase tolik neposloucham, bylo tohle příjemným objevem

Too slow

I get Bob Dylan- just not my cuppa most days.

I feel like every Bob Dyaln song is done better by a different artist

Comparado con los leñazos que suelen poner, a éste hay que darle 5 estrellas.

One of my all time favorite albums. Beautiful lyrics

that's some dylan

I have always had the assumption that Bob Dylan makes boring Music, has a flat Voice and in general is just unbearable listening to. This album proved to me that i was right, and the Music is heavily overrated by boomers.

I think this is Dylan's best album.

This is a very well crafted album with amazing songwriting and great instrumentation! I really dig a lot of the songs here on both a compositional and lyrical level. Bravo Bobby

I genuinely liked the first two songs a lot, and "Shelter from the Storm" (second to last song). Other than those, the album is what I've always known Dylan for, the great lyrics and songwriting inside a folk style I don't particularly care for, personally. I can definitely see why this is a pivotal album and one to experience, at least once, but it's not one I'm going to return to myself.

stand out track - Simple Twist of Fate

it was pretty good, I generally value musicianship over lyricism so it didn't hit the right spot for me

Thought this was a fine album. When I listen to music lyricism comes second to composition so thats why I gave this album a 2. There are a few standout tracks, but overall the songs are very repetitive in their style * Tangled up in blue - meh kind of long, a little too repetitive * Simple Twist of Fate - liked, simple yet sweet * Youre a big girl now - nice very sweet - little similar to the track before Album has a very uniform style, but it is getting a little tedious * Idiot Wind - not super distinct from prev two songs. very easy listening * You’re gonna make me lonesome - a little distinct, kind of meh * Meet Me in the Morning - blues track, like it * Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts - jaunty, upbeat story is kind of fun * If You See her, Say Hello - meh

way better than expected.

I discovered I do not like bob Dylan, or at least this album. Bonus: my headphones disconnected while I was in the bathroom, so my office heard a track or two and died of second hand embarassment

Great Album 5*

classic bob dylan. Tangled up in blue is one of my favs for a long time.

Most Dylan songs sound the same to me. Not bad, but not great either.

snore

I love story telling in music, and Bob Dylan does this. His music is easy to listen to and enjoyable. I find it endearing that he knows his style of music and loves creating within his style. You can also tell that he takes his creations seriously.

A little slow in some parts, but the singing, guitar and harmonica were great. Didn't feel too dated even though this was from the 70's.

Listened to before. Classic 70's Dylan. More acoustic with some classic songs (Tangled Up in Blue, Shelter from the storm).

1. Tangled Up in Blue - i did enjoy the story of this one, and it definitely is keeping my attention. 2. Simple Twist of Fate - i kinda like the theme of this song. 3. You’re a Big Girl Now - this one was a little more boring, the lyrics didn't capture me 4. Idiot Wind - this one is ok, it's a bit more upbeat but the way he says idiot is annoying me lol. PS 7 minute song, it's a bit much. 5. You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go - 6. Meet Me in the Morning - this one is a little repetitive. 7. Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts - almost 9 mins! I don't mind the melody of this one, and appreciate trying to tell a long-running story but it's a little too long to keep my attention. 8. If You See Her, Say Hello - nice theme, very slow to me. 9. Shelter from the Storm - this one was ok, pretty similar to the others. 10. Buckets of Rain - this one is a little different style more acoustic guitar rather than harmonica. Overall the songs had really interesting structure to me since a lot of the songs did not have choruses and were all verses. Seems to have a very strong emphasis on lyrics. He also has an interesting vocal style to me, I think it works for his style but it is very distinct. Honestly a lot of the songs on this album sound very similar, so it's cohesive I guess, but it gets a little samey same.

Upon listening to this album for the first time, I felt like I was listening to an album by Zap Brannigan from Futurama dedicating an album to his heartbeak from Leela. I can now see where the team at Futurama got their inspiration from. But geez for a 15th (!!) album its not half bad, is it? Not my usual fare, however does have some kind of a nostalgia attached to it, perhaps from the musings of Zap. Best: Lily Rosemary & Jack of Hearts Worst: Buckets of Rain

5-Star album with some of Dylan's best songs. All Killer / No Filler

Bob Dylan’s voice is an acquired taste and baby I have ACQUIRED it. This album rules.

Bob Dylan was one of the best songwriters of all time, and this is some of his best work. Idiot Wind is a work of lyrical genius. I love his trademark unconventional vocal delivery; to me it makes the songs more memorable than having a Michael Bublé type singing them. This album is going on repeat and straight to my personal collection.

Loved it!

Some good tracks. Classic Dylan, but Im not a huge fan really.

Some really great songs here - Simple Twist of Fate added to permanent rotation

No. Did not enjoy

good

I'm sure it's very good, but I just can't stand his *heyeeeaaahdiot wind* voice

2nd Bob Dylan album so far. I like it, but... I don't really "get" Dylan yet (In my 30s now lol). This is fine and all, but I expect lyrically dense music to jump to the forefront of my mind. This turns itself into background music very quickly for me (basically everything after Tangled Up In Blue). Not sure why necessarily, but here we are. Solid 3.5 rounded down per protocol.

Fun!!! He’s feeling it! Bob Dylan’s dance record 😂 Okay that was the opening track. Now Simple Twist of Fate. Beautiful!! I could see it as a trance disco banger. WHY AM I SAYING THAT!!!

I'll preface this with the comment that I hate Bob Dylan. His music is atrocious and I don't understand why people give him money to make it, let alone why they continue to do so or how anyone could like the music he comes out with. We'll see if this album changes my mind. I think I've figured it out. Bob Dylan lets people who are tone deaf and can't carry a note believe that they too might be able to get paid to make music. I can't make it through this album. This is torture.

un super classique., J'adore les mélodies et la poésie de Bob Dylan, cet album est vraiment un incontournable de sa discographie

Just can’t get on with Dylan

Only one track in and I’m already lovingggg this little folk vibe we have going on. This little yeehaw music I can handle like it’s giving my deep new americana shit and it’s slaying. “You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go” is really nice. His style and voice are very reminiscent of another artist I really enjoy but I can’t figure out their nameeee. “If You See Her, Say Hello” is so sad hello. Wait because I love “Buckets of Rain”. W albummmm.

Best break-up album of all time

3.5/5 Simple Twist of Fate Shelter from the Storm

I like the opener - Tangled up in Blue Like most of it, for good vibes

good country but pretty boring, did not finish

Jack of Hearts Shelter from the Storm Good songs

Hard to hear all the lyrics - this is my first full Bob Dylan album. Harmonica is great and there’s more instruments than I anticipated. Lots of country-esque guitar strumming.

The sheer number of songs he has written and the stories they tell are just mind-blowing.

I take a lot of comfort in the fact that Bob Dylan has proven decisively that one does not have to have a good voice in order to sing. I guess it helps if you just happen to be one of the most gifted songwriters to ever lift a pen.

Bob Dylan is a fantastic songwriter. The biggest issue is I think his songs typically sound better when sung by other people. Great album by a great artist but only 4/5 because it did start to feel a little “samesy” as I was listening.

Very good album. my boyfriend really likes the song called shelter in the storm

amazing album, tangled up in blue en shelter for the storm

Great

catchy.

Very strong contender for the best Bob Dylan album. More mature and cynical. Incisive lyrics, keen, mean and tight. Generally confessional, intimate, introspective swings between the stupid and the mysterious. Musically, it has good pace and a light jangle. An album I just listen to all the time and I suspect I always will.

Ok

I liked the story telling. 3.7/5

I think this is probably as good as Dylan gets. The other Dylan album that I got earlier (Highway 61), I was probably too generous with. This album is way way better, both in terms of the songs and also the production. It was no surprise to see Phil Ramone was involved as he rarely disappoints. This was no different. I could list loads of songs, but they are all decent, although Tangled Up In Blue is one of my favourite Dylan song, and If You See Her Say Hello is utterly beautiful. I'm gonna go 5/5

Quintessential dylan

Enjoy this Dylan album more than most!

My first Bob Dylan album, and another folk rock album! I’m not complaining though. Shelter From The Storm is an amazing song. Amazing album front to back! Bob writes great lyrics and his voice is soothing. Instrumentation is top notch here. This album isn’t for everybody, but if you give it a chance I’ll guarantee you’ll love it!

4.5

Really appreciated the craftsmanship on this album. The recording quality is excellent. The band itself sounds great. I think people often make fun of Bob Dylan voice for sounding strange, but I find it really beautiful here. Maybe the people that make fun of it find it beautiful too. But it’s truly unique, and his lyrics are unmatched. The only trouble I have is when my mind drifts, and I find myself not understanding the story of the song I have to re-listen. Definitely going in the library.

i feel like im listening to history. chillin in the time machine

Dylan definitely isn't my favorite. I can see why people love him, and I can see why people can't stand him. That being said, I did enjoy this album. I feel like it was hard to appreciate the lyrics on first listen, but the melodies were excellent and the singing was...mostly decent. There were definitely points where Dylan's inflections and flourishes detracted a lot from the music.

Like most of the songs and would listen again

This one's just great. Probably my favorite Dylan album that I've listened to so far. It also features my favorite Dylan song, A Simple Twist of Fate. Easy 5 stars for me!

Great folk album. Dylan’s mature voice really adds to the music. Definitely need to listen when I’m looking for something more low key and bare

3.5

Another Dylan record that I've never had the chance to listen to all the way through until now. Man is so good at what he does, genius songwriting that will speak to you in such a strange and profound way.

Another classic I’ve happened to listen to ftb before. What a treat.

A goodie

Lovely driving music through rural PA. 4/5

o maior

I'm far more familiar with Dylan in the 60s than this, even though I know most people consider it his biggest masterpiece outside of that era. I'm giving it a 3 now just from my first listen in a long while, but I can tell it's going to be one i'll enjoy a lot in the future. Dylan just always takes some getting used to and some time is needed to really dive into the album. Especially when there's a couple of songs on here pushing 8/9 minutes with almost no break in the lyrics. Another hit from Dylan.

My second favorite Dylan album. That's enough for a 5 star rating

Idiot wind - Dylan diss track. Everything on here is great!

Amazing album. Some songs a bit repetitive but altogether extremely solid.

Good album.

Probably the best break-up album ever. The lyrics are filled with such sharp witted phrases and metaphors, I’d have given him the Nobel prize based on this album alone. The lyrics are so good Hootie even bit a whole line and made it into a hit. But even lyrics aside, this is one of Dylan’s strongest and most enjoyable albums cover to cover, it’s a stone cold classic.

This is one of Dylan’s 10s, you really have to sit down and just get immersed in the poetry and songwriting, Your a big girl now and Simple twist of fate are some of the best written folk songs ever

God were all the “great” songwriters mediocre fucking hacks? I swear to god, every one of the “great” albums on this list are tedious, mind numbing exercises in unmusical repetition. What the actual fuck am I supposed to take away from this album? Does ol’ bob know that there are more instruments than just the guitar? His Spotify calls him “One of the greatest figures of the 20th Century”. I wanna vomit. Stalin, Mao, Roosevelt, step outta the way! This nasally overrated fuck is here to spew pretentious nothing at you for an hour. Fuck rock & roll, fuck folk music, and fuck the baby boomers who ate that shit up, consequently forcing me to listen to all of it due to its “historical significance”. “Greatest songwriter of all time” my ass. The music is utterly unremarkable. And I’m not listening to the lyrics, you have to bribe me with good tunes first. Schumann was a real first rate songwriter, and you actually want to listen to his music even though it’s all in German. God this entire culture of ranking fucking albums based on historical significance is so goddam tedious, a way for musically illiterate tools to learn what they’re supposed to like and what they aren’t. AGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I FUCKING HATE BOB DYLAN

Very bob dylan

The first time I heard this record was a shocking, exciting, revelatory, coming-of-age experience. I was just a kid, and I knew Dylan, but I had no idea of the significance and history surrounding the album, I had never heard of it in fact. It became one of my favourite records from the very first time I heard it. A few hundred times later it is still a fantastic, astonishing, breathtaking listen. There's an enduring magic about these songs that never makes them sound dated; on the contrary, it makes them eternal, somehow

Arguably Bobby D’s best album front to back and for good reason.

Excellent album. Toujours aussi fan de Tangled Up in Blue, Shelter from the storm, Lily Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts et Simple Twist of fate

Je suis un grothacker ! oooh moi aussi bande d'idiots

The production on some songs is kind of weird to me, Thin? Echoey? But I really like the flow of these songs, Tangled up in Blue to Simple Twist of Fate is a great start to the album, ends beautifully with Shelter from the Storm and Bucket’s of Rain. Will definitely revisit. 4.5

A lot of great songs on this which really grab. This feels very concise and thought out to the point where you may not realize how lengthy some of these songs become. I want to spend more time coming back to this album to look closer over the lyrics and let it saturate further.

Bob Dylan has been one of those artists where I’ve always known of his popular material, but have never taken the time to sit down with his music and really feel it. This album proved to me that he is a rewarding listen when time is put in. The emotion and feel of these songs is apparent, and the lyricism is of course top notch. Even the instrumentation, which was considered mediocre at the time of release, perfectly matches the themes and style Dylan was creating at the time. This album has inspired me to experience more of Dylan’s output, as it is deserved.

Possibly my most controversial rating yet... I enjoyed the melancholy sound of Blood on the Tracks. It is sad, gentle, soothing and moving in places. On a first listen, I found many of the songs disposably and samey. However, others stood out. "You're gonna make me lonesome when you're gone" was a real highlight. Simple, sad and beautiful. Also really enjoyed 'Tangled up in Blue'. I'm no huge Dylan fan, more of a Dylan skeptic really, but I (vaguely) understand the love for this album. It's got something to it, but it didn't resonate enough with me to give it anything higher than 3 stars. Not bad bobby, might give this another spin.

Great work here, no weak songs and all have something to say. Favorite: Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts

Second Bob Dylan album, with classics such as "Tangled up in Blue" and "Shelter from the Storm". Easy listening.

Meh

I know Bob Dylan is supposed to be the best songwriter ever or something but to be honest I really just can't stand his singing.

Better than i thought s bob dylan album would be

This guy writes a lot of long songs.

Best Bob Dylan album imo. It was my grandpa's favorite too, so the album is very special to me.

Might be the best Dylan album

Great Dylan album. THE great Dylan album. Tangled up in Blue sets the tone and he just keeps it there.

I'm going to do it, it's a 5. Familiarity bias. But god, this album on a Sunday morning. Don't really know why, I just like the heartbreak, the storytelling and the chance to go full Bob on the singalong. Definitely his best .

I can understand Bob Dylan's appeal, being such an influential figure to so many artists is a great feat, but I can not understand why. Dylan's strong point is definitely his poetry, but having good songwriting is not going to save any of these songs from being decent. A lot of these tunes do drag on as such you can get the gist of the song by listening to it for 5 seconds, as its like that in its entirety. I am under the impression that good instrumentals and a great voice can save mediocre lyricism, but not the other way around. If Dylan experimented more on different sounds or at least switched it up a couple of times I would really really love this record, as I do like the genre of folk. There are some really good songs here, and his level of songwriting puts me in a fantasy where I am living through his songs. I also found his voice to be somewhat decent which is contrary to a lot of opinions. Most of the tracks here are quite good, the storytelling really puts you in a certain narrative like no other, this album is very good. Favourites: Tangled up in Blue / Simple Twist of Fate / You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go / Meet Me in the Morning / Buckets of Rain

I think I have listened to this album 6 times now. As a professed hater of anything Dylan, I feel like each time I listened, I found something I liked or enjoyed. I still find his voice to be very annoying, but somehow, it seemed to work for quite a few songs off this album. At times, I felt like I was listening to some of my southern fried rock bands, but their mellow stuff. Either the way, the pure dislike of Dylan went away with this album. I found the very first song and the very last song to be my favorites, with a couple more in the middle that were solid. Really enjoyed Tangled Up In Blue and Buckets Of Rain. Tangled because it was just a solid song and Buckets Of Rain because it made me think of my wife. Anytime you can get me to think of Mindy, your song will scored high. A couple of others like include Meet Me in The Morning and If You See Her Say Hello. Kinda felt his heartbreak on that one. Just looking and seeing Dylan, I already had a 1 score and shitty review pre-written in my mind. This album changed my mind. Not that I'll become a big Dylan fan, but this album changed some feelings about his music. 3

This was okay. Easily the most listenable of Dylan’s albums I’ve heard thus far. Kinda bored by the end though. There are definitely songs I’ll listen to again. 2

4 Sad Dylan is best Dylan - his claims that this album is in no way autobiographical is such BS. Like, you expect us to believe that, while separating from his wife, the guy just so happens to go from writing about politics to writing about failed relationships and that there’s no connection? Look man, there’s no shame in needing an outlet. Anyway, as is the case with most anguished musicians, Dylan’s hardship ended up being a blessing for the musical world. Really, really good album - one in which its charm is still growing on me four listens later. And yes, I listened to this four times. At first I told myself it was just because I hadn’t given it a proper listen, but sitting here now I realize that I was really just trying to embrace everything it has to offer - something I’m still in the process of doing even now. I still have no idea what exactly is going on in a couple songs, like Lily, Rosemary, and the Jack of Hearts in particular, but they all still managed to speak to me in some manner or another. Far and away the best song on the album is Tangled Up in Blue, which may not only be the best song Dylan ever wrote, but “We always did feel the same/We just saw it from a different point of view” may also be one of his greatest lyrics. As someone who has never been in a relationship with a redheaded topless dancer, lyrics like that one still allow the song to resonate with me in a way that makes me reflect on my own personal failed relationships. And that’s really the magic of this album - just about every song here has that ability. Admittedly, some spoke to me more than others, but as a whole, this a really well-written and well-structured album, and I can see why it’s held in such high regard. I’ll definitely be giving it another listen.

It was okay. I don't think I'm a huge fan of Bob Dylan.

bob dylan i would drink ur bath water...#random good ol bob at his most emotionally vulnerable. love to see it. fav songs: simple twist of fate, idiot wind, you're gonna make me lonesome when you go, meet me in the morning, shelter from the storm, buckets of rain.

5/5. Arguably the best Dylan album. Every song stands on its own yet creates a full story of Dylan working through his own problems. It's a breakup album at the end of it and although not as powerful as his earlier stuff, it is a lot more personal and his voice representing the every day man, it makes it that much more relatable, especially if you've gone through a breakup. Plus Idiot Wind is hilarious and Tangled, Twist, Lonesome, Lily, and Shelter are perfect songs.

Well I guess I'm on Bob Dylan's hypetrain now. 4,5/5

I'm drawn more to this album than most of his others. Just so many great tracks on this one. I hear a different type of depth in these songs, a maturity of sorts, but it's not overly self-referential or ponderous. I'm still very much engaged and entertained. Superb.

Just can't stand his vocals.

His best

CHEGA!!!

Greatest breakup album ever made

This was the fourth or fifth time listening to this album from start to finish. In general, Bob Dylan's singing style can be wearing at times, but I continue to thoroughly enjoy his music despite this. This is one of my favorite albums of his.

Good album. Sounds like Bob. We’ve done a lot of Bob at this point.

Dylan does not disappoint, but there are better works of his.

Tangled Up In Blues // Simple Twist of Fate // You’re A Big Girl Now // Idiot Wind // You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go // 3.5/5

I like a lot of contemporary bands with folk influences and I always found it embarrassing that I never listened to a whole album by Bob Dylan for that reason. But unfortunately this is a no for me :/

I know people hate to hear it but I love Dylan's songwriting I just wish someone else sang the songs. In spite of this it was still an enjoyable listen.

I have to state outright I dislike Bob Dylan music. But, I was cautiously optimistic with the first two songs as they were quite reasonable. Then the full Dylan whine kicked in and now I’m in music hell trying to make it through this album 1.5/10

At first glance it seems like I love Bob Dylan since I've already given out three 5 star albums for Bob so far. With such a massive catalogue of albums he has a lot more misses than hits, so sifting through his work can either be rewarding or you could be left wondering if he's the most overrated artist of all time. Those five stars were for essential recordings from the 60's and though he released at least 10 albums in the 70's only a couple are essential Dylan. Blood On The Tracks released in 1975 might just be his last "great" record with only Desire, (released the following year) close in quality. Not only is Blood On the Tracks a beautiful, personal and well produced record, it's one of his most consistent with several memorable songs. Yup, another classic, but sadly his last.

You're a Big Girl Now and Idiot Wind were standouts. His voice became grating towards the end of the project but overall it was a solid listen. Thankfully Bob Dylan got better albums than this otherwise it would be clipped

Liked it fine

The best album, I had this one, and I would play it over and over! Bob Dylan rocks 5 stars!

Fantastic album. A lot of vibe here, and then storytelling lyrics. Dylan when he is best.

2.5

Good Album

I just don't like Bob Dylan.

This was really good. Some songs I knew but lots I hadn't heard before. The man can sure put together an album, no doubt about that.

classic

Favourites: • Tangled Up in Blue • Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts

Not available on Spotify.

listened b4, gr8 for when ur emo but im not rn.

A masterpiece. This has long been my favourite Bob Dylan album.

This my first time listening to Bob Dylan. I hear his name all the time, but never gave it a shot lol. Definitely a cool listen. Love the flow-y airy type sound paired with his poetry. Can’t say I like folk music, but I can get down with this.

Love Bob Dylan. This was a good album. highlights were Tangled up in Blue, Simple Twist of Fate, You're Gonna Make me Lonesome When You Leave, and Shelter from the Storm.

Favourite song: Tangled up in Blue

Has some of his best songs ever. Including my BD favorite "Simple Twist of Fate".

Classic break-up album. Dylan the poet spinning stories with ambiguous lyrics for us to interpret. Timeless stuff. And casual, laid back melodies that sound good even if you aren’t listening to the lyrics.

One of my all time favourites and one of the best albums of all time

Another solid Bob Dylan album. "Tangled Up in Blue" and "Idiot Wind" are great tracks.

Fave Bob D album

This has always been my favourite Bob Dylan album.

Awesome. Beautiful words, beautiful melodies and the sound of a man who is an expert in his craft. Almost overwhelmingly beautiful.

Classic 70s Dylan. And probably his last 5 star album. A joyous album of tales with tunes to match.

A return to form for Bobby xxxx

Prime Dylan and Shelter from the Storm is a classic

dylan’s songwriting is incredible, otherworldly. his sound is literally unlistenable for me. he’s either yelling over a grating harmonica or just tonelessly speak singing through every track. i couldn’t actually listen to this album. i’m just gonna sit down and read it someday. no one should’ve ever given this man a guitar, stick to poetry sweetie.

There's something in this album that keeps me from enjoying it to what I presume is the intended effect. Dylan's songwriting and storytelling are magnificent, it's just that, well, his voice is so goddamn goofy that it takes me out of all the sorrow and moroseness that I was expecting to hear coming in. It sounds like he's smiling on every track-- and it's hard for me to not just smile along when I pick that up. It's still a stroke of genius, though... even with the false advertising I received. A different 4/5 than I expected to give.

Eh, not my thing

Stellar storytelling all over this album, but much different from the Freewheelin Bob Dylan I listened to earlier (which was my first Dylan album ever). While that one was full of storytelling and commentary on the social and political climate at the time, this one felt more personal, directly pulling from the problems with the relationship with his then wife, and the heartbreak, desperation, and unease leading to their divorce. It's immensely well done in that regard, with songs like Simple Twist of Fate and You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go. The instrumentation mirrors the album mentioned previously, which honestly is a strength in simplicity and lets the storytelling shine. This is something I can see myself listening to again to appreciate things I may have missed, there's so much going on in the lyrics that I feel like one listen doesn't do it justice. But it was very much enjoyable.

i always start sceptical but then its just superb songwriting and i have to admit its nice

This is a nice album with some great songwriting and storytelling. Not sure if it's my favourite Bob Dylan album but think I was in the wrong situation to appreciate this folk album to its fullest. Still very good though and I might come back to it when I need some emotional folk music. Favourite: Meet Me in the Morning

I still don’t get it completely, after many listens

4.25

I wanted to like it but…

I had never heard a Bob Dylan album from start to finish. I really enjoyed it!

Really awesome and classic songwriting in this one

"Bob Dylan...he plays the guitar. Then he plays the harmonica around his neck. The man's considered a genius by everyone. In and out of music. Beyond music. He's a poet. So anyways, he plays the guitar, then he plays the harmonica, and that's a really talented man. But if some guy puts cymbals between his legs and he's a one man band, people say "wow what a re*ard". I mean that's way more talented." Norm MacDonald This is a pretty solid album. Dylan's a great songwriter.

Some great stuff, a few forgettable ones

For the love of god, why do people love Dylan? I really don't understand it. I really really don't understand it.

Dylan certainly is not the greatest vocalist of all time but his words and songs always feel timeless and comforting.

I always like a little Bob Dylan. He has that tone in his voice that you need to be in the mood for like Willie Nelson or Tom Waits. Tangled up in Blue and Shelter from the Storm are great. Really enjoyed Lily, Rosemary, and the Jack of Hearts.

I've always said that Dylan's songs are better when someone else sings them. But there are some great songs on here, my favorite is Tangled Up in Blue (though I like The Whitlams version better)

Tangled Up in Blue (probably the best song he ever made), Idiot Wind, You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go, Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts and Shelter from the Storm. Obviously great lyrics and story telling. A little slow in places. Dylan is almost too advanced for me.

I have no nostalgia for this. Every song sounds the same except for lyrics. Idiot Wind

Fantastic story telling. The instrumentation is a little too country sounding for my taste but despite that it's a great album. FS: Tangled, Idiot

Brilliant.

I thought I didn't like Bob Dylan but this actually decent: I have realised that I am a sucker for finger style guitar and how it sounds so satisfying to listen to. This album definitely catered to this need BUT it did tail off at the end. Started strong with the second song actually hitting but after that it all seemed to merge into one and sound the same. I wouldn't listen to the whole thing again but maybe individual songs from the album.

Bob Dylan is one of the greatest story-tellers/poets, but melodies, and mostly his voice, do not add that much to his performance. Nonetheless I get that the melodies have to be simple to easily tell the tale. But still... I think we are judging execution as a whole.

A tuneful album by Bob standards. Great lyrics.

Lily Rosemary has that magic combo of being an earworm and being kinda really ass. Other than that, basically a perfect album.

Un disco impresionante de Folk, donde vemos un lado más sensible y desnudo de Bob Dylan. Retomando sus raíces más acústicas, el legendario músico realizó una colección de canciones impresionantes, con letras sacadas de libros de poesía.

Good songs are great but he still can’t sing for shit

The 🐐 doing 🐐 things

His finest work imo

Бардовская песня... занудные, затянутые песни.

Great song writer -- cannot love his voice.

The songwriting on this album is fantastic and I would consider this to be one of those albums where Bob Dylan is at his best. The only knock I can give it is the instrumentation is not very cohesive/polished at times, but maybe that is intentional. Favorite Song - Shelter From the Storm Least Favorite Song - Meet Me in the Morning No Skip Album? - Yes

It's Bob Dylan, what else is there to say? You probably love his lyrics, and it's a coin flip whether or not you can tolerate his vocals. It's a solid album for Dylan, but not something I'd find myself listening to regularly.

I'm back from the dead! Apropos of nothing I just wanna say that I think Bob gets way too much hate for his singing voice. He's on pitch, say what you will about his tone. I don't go looking for flaws in masterworks.

Maybe not my favorite Dylan album but excellent. Idiot Wind, You’re Gonna Make Me Lonely, and Rosemary are my favorites - just classic Dylan spitting bars.

Let's not debate whether this is Dylan's best (it may be). It is, however, a classic and highlights what an awesome music year 1975 was.

This is really an excellent album. I was initially going to give it a 4 but reconsidered as my favorite Dylan song (Tangled up in Blue) is on it. Other obvious standouts are Simple Twist of Fate, Idiot Wind and Shelter form the Storm. Actually, probably should have been a 5 all along!

One of the best albums of all time. What a great group of songs! My favorites are Simple Twist of Fate, and You’re a Big Girl Now, but really every song on here is good. What a relief after the last 2 days, though I do wish we got this on a day where I could truly soak it in.

lot of harmonica; made me think of billy joel’s ‘The Stranger’. Fave Track; tangled up in blue

Some lyrics are better without the music...

just not my jam really, didn't leave me thinking anything at all, but wasn't unbearable or smn either

didn't like his voice at the start but it grew on me as the record progressed, paired with lyrical content i can see the appeal! though it's still not the kind of music i personally enjoy. once again maybe it's a right mood thing

Fav idiot wind Least fav simple twist of fate, idk man it’s hard to pick Glad this was my first Bob Dylan Album

J'ai besoin d'écouter souvent un album avant de même commencer à appréhender les paroles (que ce soit en anglais ou en français). Et donc, je connecte difficilement à Dylan. Voix distinctive, compositions efficaces; entre les chansons, peu de démarcations dans mon esprit

Is Dylan over-rated? We shall see I guess - first album im listening too of his ever!

3.4 A surprising lack of harmonica, not sure how I feel about it... Fave tracks: Tangled up in blue, simple twist of fate, shelter from the storm

This has been climbing the ranks towards becoming my favorite Dylan album. His songwriting is probably at its peak here, conjuring images with every story he tells. His band here are certainly no slouches either. Beautiful all around.

Musically, I would say this one is lacking a bit but the strength of these songs is in the storytelling and that’s enough to carry this album to 4 stars

Firstly, I will note this is my 7th Dylan album here. I, for one, think that's too much. That said, this particular album is probably on the better side of those 7.

I, like many amateur music listeners, have heard a handful of dylan tracks. ‘Like a Rolling Stone’ and ‘Knocking on Heavens Door’ are just two that immediately come to me. Blood on the Tracks is the first dylan album i have listened to entirely and what a treat it was. dylan is famed for his poetry and narrative writing in the lyrics and this album shines that skill brightly. each track contains its own story, all with sentiment, heartbreak and loneliness, and even then that doesn’t contain the range of emotions. these themes pair neatly with his vocals; raspy and nasally and perfectly fits the mystical and whimsical nature of the stories in the tracks, much like the decision to go back to folk rock. one day i will grow to enjoy folk music more, which does impact my overall enjoyment of the album, but that doesn’t mean a gal can’t change, nor does it change how brilliant this album is.

First and I think only Bob Dylan on the list that I actually properly enjoyed, rather than tolerated

Best Dylan album I've listened to. Normally hate his voice, but one of the more bearable albums

One of my all time favorite songs ‘Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts’ is on this. And the other songs are top notch.

I thought I was good. I don’t typically listen to Bon Dylan. I recognized a good bit of the songs.

I actually liked this Bob Dylan album. Nothing i would come back to though. Idiot Wind is great though.

Not my favourite Bob Dylan album and I am not the biggest fan of this era either. Solid album though.

Jeg er nok ikke den største Bob Dylan fan.

3.5/5

I was expecting not to like this album going in, because I'm not a fan of Bob Dylan's voice. And after listening, I'm STILL not. But I liked these songs way more than I thought I would, especially "You're a Big Girl Now" and "If You See Her, Say Hello". I definitely would have rated this higher if someone with a better voice sang this album though...

This is the second Dylan album in 30 records that have come out so far and that's enough. The songs are typical of the author, telling a story based on a melody and rhythmic structure that is repeated in each verse, in a long and boring 8-minute song with an unpleasant harmonica at the end. If the lyrics are important, better read a book than listen to a record

I love the track, Shelter from the Storm. Tangled Up in Blue is good as well.

Its so good.

Some classic tunes

Pretty good, although I am not surprised.

Au bout d'un moment qu'est-ce que vous voulez que je vous dise sur Dylan à part que ses textes à la con, son harmonica de mes couilles et son nez par lequel passe tout l'air se tirent la bourre pour savoir lequel de ces éléments est le plus insupportable de l'album. Tous ex-aequo.

Nouveau naufrage pour Bob Dylan, qui vient nous casser les couilles avec son harmonica de merde.

Just one of my all time favorite albums.

"Blood on the Tracks" is the 15th studio album by American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan. This album was initially recorded at A&R Recording in NYC; Dylan decided to then re-record in Minnesota. Songs from each recording ended up on the album and are mostly acoustic. Many attrbute the lyrics to tensions in his personal life including estrangement from his then wife although Dylan maintains the songs to be inspired by Anton Chekhov short stories. Yes, most these songs are about relationships and appear very personal. Over time, many critics consider this best. It was also a commercial success reaching #1 in the US and #4 in the UK. The only single "Tangled Up In Blue" opens the album simply with acoustic guitar, bass and drums. It's about a relationship, maybe, his then-wife Sara. Classic Dylan. Just guitar, harmonica and bass on "Simple Twist of Fate" about a romance destined not work out. A melancholy guitar and more forward bass highlight "You're a Big Girl Now." Two lovers breaking up....a favorite of mine. "Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts" is the only kind of epic narrative ballad for Dylan on this album. The story involves a bank robber, a wife, a mistress ending in a of couple deaths. "Shelter from the Storm" tells the story of a guy trying to find salvation through love. Harmonica. Slow bass. Acoustic guitar. The album ends optimistically with "Buckets of Rain." Subdued. Happier. A slide guitar and a love song. This is a very focused album. Lyrically, Dylan may not have a better album as the words flow like poems. The music is simple yet to point. Not a weak track. I don't think I could pick a favorite Dylan but this is near the top.

Aghhh one of the best of all time!! Wonderful story telling, that signature gravelly voice but still with enough melody squeezed in there to show off the incredible song-writing skills and catchy tunes of his songs. An absolute highlight is If You See Her, Say Hello, I have such a major connection with this song and it makes me really emotional without me really knowing why, and that folks, is the power of the Bobbles!

This is definitely a great era of Dylan! Upbeat, fun story telling, great humour and some heartfelt ones thrown in there. I wasn't overly familiar with the album as a whole but really glad that I've heard it.

well it's one of his best

Not bad

Goddamn this list for making me appreciate Bob Dylan. Ok, 5 songs in and I’m back to being annoyed by him. I think Dylan is just one of those musicians I can take in small doses, but more than 15 minutes and it starts to become excruciating.

no lo volvería a escuchar, quizás una o dos canciones si pero no es mi estilo.

Great

Nice and folky

Just a lovely collection of songs with a really interesting lyrical tension from song to song. It’s really a fascinating album. There are very light and beautiful melodies juxtaposed against some pretty dark and even bitter lyrics. It’s as good as Dylan gets.

3.5

Dylan is a great lyrical storyteller. The raspy voice along with the folk rock sound just really works together well.

Seems to be Dylan at his best. Very engaging and enjoyable.

An unbelievable 6th Dylan album in my first 200 reviews. I do actually like this one and have it on vinyl. The songs are all melodic without cranking up the "Dylan voice" too hard.

I feel like I was supposed to like this more than I did. Maybe it was just the day or something. Then again I've been through this record before and again didn't /love/ love it. Def there is lots of classic stuff in here but I think Dylan specifically has better and hopefully more consistent. Giving a 3 but it's more like a 3.5

Some tracks are amazing, others less so.

I think I get it now. While I dislike folk rock in general, I'll enjoy one with a good, intimate instrumental works and a nice voice. Dylan has none of them here.

Bello, ha un che di malinconico.

My first experience of listening to Dylan and I liked it

Personally I like 'Desire' better but I like this phase of Dylan. He's a real storyteller- I won't say he doesn't regurgitate the same songs, subject matter or style but he does do it well.....

Despite my well-established hatred of the harmonica, I'm a casual Dylan fan. I like most of the songs from Freewheelin' Bob Dylan through the Blonde on Blonde record. From that era onward it's maybe just a song or two here and there but without exploring his catalogue at all. What does this mean? Why do we care? It means that I've never heard this record as a record. I haven't paid it that kind of attention and I don't know what I'll have to say about it after I give it a listen. The first three songs: Tangled up in Blue, Simple Twist of Fate, & You're a Big Girl Now make me wonder "Is this the sound of easy listening Bob Dylan?" At least, Idiot Wind sounds like Dylan woke up for it. He might not be as angry as he was elsewhere, but it has some grit. Truth be told, I lost interest around the song Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts — song number 7 of 10. Actively started to dislike If You See Her, Say Hello on repeat listen. But Shelter from the Storm is alright. I am friends with a Bob Dylan scholar, please don't tell him about my rating here: two stars.

- Nice bluegrassy vibes - Could be a camping sountrack - Better than yesterday's Bob Dylan - Favorite songs: If You See Her Say Hello, Tangled up in Blue

- Preferred this Bob Dylan over other albums by him - Still a great storyteller - More enjoyable

It's Bob Dylan:))

I like Tangled Up in Blue

Not much to say beyond what has already been said. Classic Bob, the best of his surreal imagery, solid backing band and vivid storytelling. 🂻🂻🂻🂻

Really interesting and thought provoking album.

Honestly, a pretty good showing from Dylan here. He still indulges his worst tendencies to have songs run on endlessly, only to fade out after seventeen verses of tiresome references. Less would genuinely be so much more. The fact that he sounds like that is honestly what I mind the least about Bob Dylan. At least he tells some alright stories on this one. But please. Some radio cuts, please.

2nd BD album in 3 days. I can't take this anymore

This Bob Dylan makes some good music

4/5

I think, objectively, this is a good album. The songs all have some passion and energy to them, they're well crafted, and the melodies are nice. I'm generally not a fan of Bob Dylan, but I did have quite a nice time with this one. He needs to give his harmonica a fucking rest sometimes though.

The first lp in this ist i couldnt listen to the end - his whining makes me sick

One of my favorite albums of all time. The source of a few long running family remarks (SLOWLY DWADDLES) and fights (Is the Jack of Hearts alive at the end of the song???), and many fond memories of singing this in the backseat as early as I can remember. It's also one of the best examples of the Bob Dylan's deservingness of the title "Poet Laureate of a Generation." A deeply emotional and complicated album that has stood the test of time and changed with me as I've grown

I enjoyed Meet me in the Morning but the rest kinda fell flat. Didn’t like them, didn’t dislike them, just mhe.

Despite the incredible songwriting, a lot of this album just sounded far too similar. Likely to require more than just the one listen to really appreciate it. Standout tracks: Tangled up in Blue You’re a Big Girl Now If You See Her, Say Hello

Dylan was one of those artists that passed me by for years. I was in my late thirties before I listened to any of his albums. This was the first and it’s my favourite by miles.

Not my favorite Dylan album but also not a bad one.

Dylan’s fantastic record about the break up of his marriage. Well constructed, heartbreaking songs. Dylan’s most personal record.

Every one of them words rang true and glowed like burning coal. Pouring off of every page like it was written in my soul.

i somehow has avoided this album entirely before this, and i was a bit worried about that. i shouldn’t’ve been. it’s excellent

what is there to say? consistently unique and astonishing, a carelessly masterful poet