Released 50 years ago
Hard Rain
Bob Dylan · 1976
51 min · 9 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz
A tapestry of introspective lyrics woven with melancholic melodies and reflective storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- melancholic storytelling for reflection
- slow-paced introspection on journeys
- thoughtful lyrics for quiet moments
- emotional depth in every track
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat, fast-paced songs
- prefer standalone, catchy singles
Where this album fits
- Themes
- shelter from storms· personal disillusionment· mid-1970s introspection
- Career context
- Released on September 13, 1976, 'Hard Rain' came during a time when Bob Dylan was experimenting with his sound following the acclaimed 'Desire'. This album captures Dylan's transition into a more subdued and reflective phase, marked by a series of live performances that showcased his evolving artistry in the mid-1970s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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On the Beach by Neil Young — Shares a similar introspective mood with themes of disillusionment and reflective storytelling.Blue by Joni Mitchell — Features deeply personal lyrics and melancholic melodies that resonate with emotional vulnerability.Songs of Love and Hate by Leonard Cohen — Explores profound themes of love and despair with a haunting, reflective atmosphere.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Maggie’s Farm 5:23
- 2 One Too Many Mornings 3:47
- 3 Stuck Inside of Mobile With the Memphis Blues Again 6:01
- 4 Oh, Sister 4:08
- 5 Lay, Lady, Lay 5:47
- 6 Shelter From the Storm 5:29
- 7 You’re a Big Girl Now 7:01
- 8 I Threw It All Away 3:18
- 9 Idiot Wind 10:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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