At Budokan
Bob Dylan · 1979
102 min · 22 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz
A vibrant live collection showcasing Dylan's narrative prowess amidst a dynamic backing band.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- narrative-driven live performance energy
- sing-along anthems with friends
- cathartic full-volume release
- late-night storytelling sessions
- dynamic crowd interaction moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking polished studio sounds
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Japanese concert culture· narrative storytelling· live performance energy
- Career context
- By 1979, Bob Dylan was in a phase of resurgence following the commercial success of his 1976 album 'Desire'. 'At Budokan' marked his return to the concert spotlight after a lengthy hiatus from live performances, demonstrating his ability to reinterpret his classics with fresh arrangements and energy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Live in London by Leonard Cohen — Captures a similar blend of storytelling and live energy, with rich arrangements and introspective lyrics.At Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash — Features a vibrant live setting that highlights narrative depth and a powerful connection with the audience.It's Too Late to Stop Now by Van Morrison — Showcases dynamic live performances with a focus on lyrical storytelling and soulful instrumentation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Mr. Tambourine Man 5:03
- 2 Shelter From the Storm 4:39
- 3 Love Minus Zero / No Limit 3:57
- 4 Ballad of a Thin Man 4:53
- 5 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right 5:01
- 6 Maggie’s Farm 5:26
- 7 One More Cup of Coffee (Valley Below) 3:30
- 8 Like a Rolling Stone 6:36
- 9 I Shall Be Released 4:23
- 10 Is Your Love in Vain? 4:02
- 11 Going, Going, Gone 4:23
Disc 2
- 1 Blowin’ in the Wind 4:31
- 2 Just Like a Woman 5:06
- 3 Oh, Sister 4:50
- 4 Simple Twist of Fate 4:27
- 5 All Along the Watchtower 3:26
- 6 I Want You 2:39
- 7 All I Really Want to Do 3:45
- 8 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door 4:03
- 9 It’s Alright, Ma (I’m Only Bleeding) 6:08
- 10 Forever Young 6:31
- 11 The Times They Are A‐Changin’ 5:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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