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Planet Waves

Bob Dylan · 1974

42 min · 11 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz

A warm fusion of folk and rock, where intimate storytelling meets soulful melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate storytelling with warmth
  • reflective moments for quiet evenings
  • short tracks for easy revisiting
  • cathartic sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant high-energy thrills
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Themes
fleeting moments· intimate storytelling· post-hippie reflection
Career context
Released on January 17, 1974, 'Planet Waves' was Bob Dylan's first album after his celebrated work in the early 1970s. This album marked a return to recording after a brief hiatus following the release of 'Dylan' in 1973, showcasing a more personal and reflective songwriting style. It also served as a reunion with The Band, highlighting their collaborative chemistry.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
Sounds like this from elsewhere
On the Beach by Neil Young — Explores themes of introspection and melancholy with a warm, laid-back sound.
Music from Big Pink by The Band — Shares intimate storytelling and a rich blend of Americana and rock vibes.
Court and Spark by Joni Mitchell — Combines personal narratives with a soulful, folk-infused musical palette.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 On a Night Like This 2:59
  • 2 Going, Going, Gone 3:28
  • 3 Tough Mama 4:16
  • 4 Hazel 2:49
  • 5 Something There Is About You 4:43
  • 6 Forever Young 4:57
  • 7 Forever Young 2:48
  • 8 Dirge 5:37
  • 9 You Angel You 2:54
  • 10 Never Say Goodbye 2:53
  • 11 Wedding Song 4:40

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