Live 1961–2000: Thirty-Nine Years of Great Concert Performances
Bob Dylan · 2001
72 min · 16 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz
An expansive tapestry of Bob Dylan's live energy, blending folk, rock, and gospel across decades of performance.
Why this album works
This album compiles significant live performances that highlight Dylan's impact on American music history and culture. It received critical acclaim for its selection of tracks and showcased his evolving artistry, further solidifying his legacy as one of the most influential songwriters of the 20th century.
- Career context
- By the time 'Live 1961–2000' was released in 2001, Bob Dylan had firmly established himself as a cultural icon with over four decades of music. This collection showcases key performances from his evolution as an artist, marking a period where he transitioned into a more mature phase following the acclaimed 'Time Out of Mind' in 1997.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom Waits· Frank Zappa· Prince· Chicago· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Bette Midler· The Pointer Sisters· Steely Dan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Somebody Touched Me 2:42
- 2 Wade in the Water 3:01
- 3 Handsome Molly 2:48
- 4 To Ramona 4:29
- 5 I Don’t Believe You 6:00
- 6 Grand Coulee Dam 2:57
- 7 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door Standout 3:50
- 8 It Ain’t Me, Babe 5:16
- 9 Shelter From the Storm Standout 5:25
- 10 Dead Man, Dead Man 3:56
- 11 Slow Train 4:59
- 12 Dignity 6:35
- 13 Cold Irons Bound 6:50
- 14 Born in Time 5:21
- 15 Country Pie 2:48
- 16 Things Have Changed Standout 5:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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