The Bootleg Series Vol. 16: Springtime in New York 1980–1985 cover

The Bootleg Series Vol. 16: Springtime in New York 1980–1985

Bob Dylan · 2021

124 min · 25 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz

Unfinished sketches and alternate takes reveal an introspective Bob Dylan navigating personal and artistic crossroads.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective sketches of creativity
  • long-form exploration of ideas
  • captivating storytelling in rehearsal
  • reflective listening for quiet moments
  • patient unfolding of artistic thoughts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer polished studio productions
  • seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
New York introspection· 1980s creative crossroads· personal transformation
Career context
Released in 2021, this collection finds Bob Dylan reflecting on his creative output during the early '80s, a period marked by his 'Shot of Love' and 'Infidels' albums. It follows the acclaimed 'Rough and Rowdy Ways,' showcasing unreleased material that highlights Dylan's evolving sound and lyrical depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Various Positions by Leonard Cohen — Explores introspective themes and personal transformation with a sparse, contemplative sound.
The River by Bruce Springsteen — Captures a similar blend of personal narratives and emotional depth within an evolving Americana framework.
Wild Things Run Fast by Joni Mitchell — Shares an introspective lyricism and sonic experimentation that reflects on personal and artistic growth.
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Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Angelina (Shot of Love outtake) 6:41
  • 2 Need a Woman (rehearsal) 5:11
  • 3 Let’s Keep It Between Us (rehearsal) 5:15
  • 4 Price of Love (Shot of Love outtake) 4:15
  • 5 Don’t Ever Take Yourself Away (Shot of Love outtake) 4:09
  • 6 Fur Slippers (Shot of Love outtake) 2:48
  • 7 Yes Sir, No Sir (Shot of Love outtake) 2:22
  • 8 Jokerman (Infidels alternate take) 6:11
  • 9 Lord Protect My Child (Infidels outtake) 4:17
  • 10 Blind Willie McTell (take 5 – Infidels outtake) 4:26
  • 11 Don’t Fall Apart on Me Tonight (version 2) (Infidels alternate take) 5:28
  • 12 Neighborhood Bully (Infidels alternate take) 4:11
  • 13 Too Late (band version) (Infidels outtake) 6:15

Disc 2

  • 1 Foot of Pride (Infidels outtake) 5:54
  • 2 Sweetheart Like You (Infidels alternate take) 3:41
  • 3 Someone’s Got a Hold of My Heart (Infidels outtake) 4:34
  • 4 I and I (Infidels alternate take) 4:27
  • 5 Tell Me (Infidels outtake) 5:00
  • 6 Enough Is Enough (live from Slane Castle, Ireland) 4:18
  • 7 Tight Connection to My Heart (Has Anyone Seen My Love) (Empire Burlesque alternate mix) 5:13
  • 8 Seeing the Real You at Last (Empire Burlesque alternate take) 4:24
  • 9 Emotionally Yours (Empire Burlesque alternate take) 3:37
  • 10 Clean Cut Kid (Empire Burlesque alternate take) 4:42
  • 11 New Danville Girl (Empire Burlesque outtake) 11:52
  • 12 Dark Eyes (Empire Burlesque alternate take) 4:57

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