What makes Dylanesque by Bryan Ferry notable?

Dylanesque received favorable reviews upon release, noted for its artistic approach to covering Dylan’s work. It peaked at number 8 on the UK Albums Chart and was praised for breathing new life into well-known classics, influencing subsequent artists to explore similar interpretations of established works. Released in 2007, Dylanesque marked Bryan Ferry's return to the music scene after a six-year hiatus following his album Frantic in 2002. This collection of Bob Dylan covers came during a period of reflection in Ferry's career, showcasing his ability to reinterpret iconic songs while maintaining his distinctive aesthetic.

Who is Dylanesque for?

Dylanesque works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, smoky vocals for intimate settings and thoughtful covers with emotional depth.

How many songs are on Dylanesque?

Dylanesque has 11 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Dylanesque

Bryan Ferry · 2007

42 min · 11 tracks · new wave

Bryan Ferry reinterprets classic Bob Dylan songs with lush arrangements and his signature suave vocal style.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Just Like Tom Thumb’s Blues — Ferry's interpretation transforms this Dylan classic into a sultry lounge piece, emphasizing his unique vocal delivery and stylistic flair.
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Make You Feel My Love — This track highlights Ferry's emotional depth, presenting a poignant rendition that showcases the vulnerability in his voice amidst a lush instrumental backdrop.
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All Along the Watchtower — Ferry's version stands out with its haunting arrangement, offering a fresh perspective that complements the song's urgency while retaining its classic essence.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

Ferry's reinterpretations breathe new life into Dylan's work with lush arrangements and consistent vocal style.

What we noticed

Each track features lush orchestral arrangements that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, differing from Dylan's original sparse instrumentation.
Ferry's vocal delivery is consistently suave and smooth, maintaining a similar tone across all tracks, which creates a cohesive sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo reflective moments
smoky vocals for intimate settings
thoughtful covers with emotional depth
for late-night listening

Maybe skip if you

seekers of high-energy tracks
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2007, Dylanesque marked Bryan Ferry's return to the music scene after a six-year hiatus following his album Frantic in 2002. This collection of Bob Dylan covers came during a period of reflection in Ferry's career, showcasing his ability to reinterpret iconic songs while maintaining his distinctive aesthetic.
Stylistic neighbors: Roxy Music· David Bowie· Kate Bush