Is Triplicate a good place to start with Bob Dylan?

Yes, Triplicate is recommended as a starting point for new Bob Dylan listeners. A reflective collection of jazz standards imbued with Dylan's unique interpretations, rich in nostalgia and emotional depth. Released on March 31, 2017, 'Triplicate' is Bob Dylan's 38th studio album and marks his third consecutive album of standards, following 'Shadows in the Night' and 'Fallen Angels'. At this stage in his career, Dylan had fully embraced the Great American Songbook, demonstrating his skill in reinterpreting classic material while continuing to evolve as an artist.

Who is Triplicate for?

Triplicate works well if you're into nostalgic reflections on the past, for rainy day listening and intimate moments of quiet contemplation.

How many songs are on Triplicate?

Triplicate has 30 tracks, running approximately 96 minutes.

Triplicate

Bob Dylan · 2017

96 min · 30 tracks · blues

A reflective collection of jazz standards imbued with Dylan's unique interpretations, rich in nostalgia and emotional depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Guess I’ll Have to Change My Plans Start here — This opening track sets a contemplative tone for the album, with Dylan's phrasing delivering a poignant sense of resignation that resonates throughout the collection.
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September of My Years — Dylan's rendition of this classic carries an introspective weight, where his gravelly voice reflects on aging and nostalgia with profound sincerity.
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How Deep Is the Ocean — In this track, the interplay of melancholy lyrics and Dylan's emotive delivery highlights his masterful interpretation of romantic longing within a jazz context.
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Stardust — Dylan's interpretation brings fresh depth to a well-loved standard, showcasing his vocal expression and ability to connect emotionally through phrasing.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

Dylan's interpretations are well-crafted but lack a cohesive narrative across the extensive tracklist.

What we noticed

The album features 30 tracks, each a reinterpretation of classic standards, with many songs extending over four minutes.
Dylan's vocal delivery is often accompanied by lush orchestral arrangements, creating a rich sonic backdrop.
Several tracks incorporate subtle tempo changes and dynamic shifts, enhancing the emotional weight of the interpretations.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

nostalgic reflections on the past
for rainy day listening
intimate moments of quiet contemplation
gentle pacing that invites relaxation
detailed arrangements for close listening

Maybe skip if you

need for fast-paced energy
prefer modern production styles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality with a focus on classic standards in Dylan's later years.
Themes: bittersweet nostalgia· Great American Songbook· aging reflections
Moods: Nostalgic· Introspective
Career context: Released on March 31, 2017, 'Triplicate' is Bob Dylan's 38th studio album and marks his third consecutive album of standards, following 'Shadows in the Night' and 'Fallen Angels'. At this stage in his career, Dylan had fully embraced the Great American Songbook, demonstrating his skill in reinterpreting classic material while continuing to evolve as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors: Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash