The Bootleg Series Vol. 13: Trouble No More 1979–1981
Bob Dylan · 2017
153 min · 30 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz
A spiritual journey through gospel-infused rock, reflecting a transformative period in Bob Dylan's life and music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- spiritual reflections during quiet moments
- long-form meditative listening experience
- thoughtful exploration of personal beliefs
- cathartic engagement with soulful themes
- patient unfolding of lyrical narratives
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking quick, upbeat tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Christian conversion· spiritual struggle· gospel-infused rock
- Career context
- Released in 2017, this collection captures Bob Dylan's transitional phase during the late 1970s and early 1980s, following his religious conversion. It includes tracks from albums like 'Slow Train Coming' and 'Saved', showcasing his exploration of faith through music during a time when he was redefining his artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Various Positions by Leonard Cohen — Explores themes of faith and spirituality through poetic lyrics and a haunting, stripped-back sound.Into the Music by Van Morrison — Merges spiritual introspection with soulful melodies, reflecting a personal journey similar to Dylan's.Northern Lights – Southern Cross by The Band — Blends Americana and gospel influences, capturing a sense of community and spiritual searching.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Slow Train (Nov. 16, 1979) 6:20
- 2 Gotta Serve Somebody (Nov. 15, 1979) 6:29
- 3 I Believe in You (May 16, 1980) 4:51
- 4 When You Gonna Wake Up? (July 9, 1981) 5:28
- 5 When He Returns (Dec. 5, 1979) 5:00
- 6 Man Gave Names to All the Animals (Jan. 16, 1980) 5:45
- 7 Precious Angel (Nov. 16, 1979) 5:40
- 8 Covenant Woman (Nov. 20, 1979) 5:51
- 9 Gonna Change My Way of Thinking (Jan. 31, 1980) 4:47
- 10 Do Right to Me Baby (Do Unto Others) (Jan. 28, 1980) 5:08
- 11 Solid Rock (Nov. 27, 1979) 4:42
- 12 What Can I Do for You? (Nov. 27, 1979) 5:53
- 13 Saved (Jan. 12, 1980) 4:49
- 14 In the Garden (Jan. 27, 1980) 6:33
Disc 2
- 1 Slow Train (June 29, 1981) 4:35
- 2 Ain't Gonna Go to Hell for Anybody (Apr. 24, 1980) 4:30
- 3 Gotta Serve Somebody (June 27, 1981) 3:57
- 4 Ain't No Man Righteous, No Not One (Nov. 16, 1979) 4:35
- 5 Saving Grace (Nov. 6, 1979) 4:25
- 6 Blessed Is the Name (Nov. 20, 1979) 4:18
- 7 Solid Rock (Oct. 23, 1981) 4:20
- 8 Are You Ready? (Apr. 30, 1980) 6:19
- 9 Pressing On (Nov. 6, 1979) 6:52
- 10 Shot of Love (July 25, 1981) 4:45
- 11 Dead Man, Dead Man (June 21, 1981) 4:22
- 12 Watered-Down Love (June 12, 1981) 4:44
- 13 In the Summertime (Oct. 21, 1981) 3:15
- 14 The Groom's Still Waiting at the Altar (Nov. 13, 1980) 6:01
- 15 Caribbean Wind (Nov. 12, 1980) 5:23
- 16 Every Grain of Sand (Nov. 21, 1981) 3:42
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