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Shadows in the Night

Bob Dylan · 2015

35 min · 10 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz

A haunting collection of classic standards, infused with Dylan's gravelly voice and poignant reimaginings.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting late-night reflections
  • intimate moments of solitude
  • poignant reimaginings of standards
  • gentle pacing for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party atmosphere
  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
melancholic love stories· nostalgic Americana
Career context
Released in 2015, 'Shadows in the Night' marked Bob Dylan's return to interpreting classic American songs after a long career of original material. This album followed his critically acclaimed 'Tempest' from 2012 and showcased a new direction for Dylan as he embraced the Great American Songbook, focusing on the works of Frank Sinatra.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
Sounds like this from elsewhere
You Want It Darker by Leonard Cohen — Shares a haunting atmosphere and introspective themes of love and mortality.
American IV: The Man Comes Around by Johnny Cash — Features a gravelly vocal style with deep emotional narratives reflecting on life and loss.
Summertime: Willie Nelson Sings Gershwin by Willie Nelson — Explores American standards with a nostalgic vibe and rich storytelling.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I'm a Fool to Want You 4:51
  • 2 The Night We Called It a Day 3:24
  • 3 Stay With Me 2:56
  • 4 Autumn Leaves 3:01
  • 5 Why Try to Change Me Now 3:37
  • 6 Some Enchanted Evening 3:28
  • 7 Full Moon and Empty Arms 3:26
  • 8 Where Are You? 3:37
  • 9 What'll I Do 3:20
  • 10 That Lucky Old Sun 3:36

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