The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue
Bob Dylan · 2002
102 min · 22 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz
A vibrant tapestry of folk-rock infused with theatrical flair and dynamic storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- theatrical storytelling with emotional depth late-night reflective listening experience rich narratives for engaged audiences
- Context
- By 2002, Bob Dylan was revisiting his storied past through the Bootleg Series, an ongoing project that began in 1991. This fifth volume captures live performances from the 1975 Rolling Thunder Revue tour, a period marked by artistic renewal following the more subdued years of the early 1970s. The album showcases Dylan's evolving stage presence and storytelling abilities during this celebrated tour.
- If you like
- blues, folk rock, jazz
The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue is an album by Bob Dylan, released in 2002. A vibrant tapestry of folk-rock infused with theatrical flair and dynamic storytelling. The album not only highlights Dylan's iconic live performances but also serves as a cultural artifact of the mid-1970s music scene. Critics praised its release for bringing to light previously unheard recordings from a pivotal time in Dylan's career, leading to renewed interest in his work. It is regarded as a significant documentation of his live performances and the collaborative spirit of the era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of folk-rock infused with theatrical flair and dynamic storytelling. Rooted in blues and folk rock.
What makes The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue by Bob Dylan notable?
The album not only highlights Dylan's iconic live performances but also serves as a cultural artifact of the mid-1970s music scene. Critics praised its release for bringing to light previously unheard recordings from a pivotal time in Dylan's career, leading to renewed interest in his work. It is regarded as a significant documentation of his live performances and the collaborative spirit of the era. By 2002, Bob Dylan was revisiting his storied past through the Bootleg Series, an ongoing project that began in 1991. This fifth volume captures live performances from the 1975 Rolling Thunder Revue tour, a period marked by artistic renewal following the more subdued years of the early 1970s. The album showcases Dylan's evolving stage presence and storytelling abilities during this celebrated tour.
Who is The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue for?
The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue works well if you're into theatrical storytelling with emotional depth, late-night reflective listening experience and rich narratives for engaged audiences.
How many songs are on The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue?
The Bootleg Series Vol. 5: Bob Dylan Live 1975, The Rolling Thunder Revue has 22 tracks, running approximately 102 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Tonight I’ll Be Staying Here With You 3:57
- 2 It Ain’t Me, Babe 5:27
- 3 A Hard Rain’s A‐Gonna Fall 5:18
- 4 The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll 5:28
- 5 Romance in Durango 5:24
- 6 Isis Standout 5:13
- 7 Mr. Tambourine Man 5:41
- 8 Simple Twist of Fate 4:19
- 9 Blowin’ in the Wind 2:45
- 10 Mama, You Been on My Mind 3:13
- 11 I Shall Be Released 4:33
Disc 2
- 1 It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue 4:34
- 2 Love Minus Zero/No Limit 3:13
- 3 Tangled Up in Blue Standout 4:41
- 4 The Water Is Wide 5:16
- 5 It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry 3:12
- 6 Oh, Sister 4:04
- 7 Hurricane Standout 8:15
- 8 One More Cup of Coffee (Valley Below) 4:14
- 9 Sara 4:29
- 10 Just Like a Woman 4:31
- 11 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door 4:22
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