John Wesley Harding (1967) and Nashville Skyline (1969) saw Dylan adopt a smoother croon and simpler lyrical themes, baffling fans who expected more psychedelia. 4. The Mid-70s Masterpieces (1974–1978)
Dylan’s conversion to Christianity led to a trilogy of spiritual albums: Slow Train Coming , Saved , and Shot of Love . While controversial at the time, they are now praised for their musicianship. The rest of the 80s was a hit-or-miss decade, though Oh Mercy (1989) proved he still had the magic. 6. The Late-Career Renaissance (1997–2012)
After a brief slump, Dylan returned with some of his most emotionally raw work. bob dylan complete discography 19592012 320
Widely considered the ultimate "divorce album," it is a masterclass in non-linear storytelling.
His self-titled debut (1962) was mostly covers, but The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan (1963) changed everything. With songs like "Blowin' in the Wind" and "A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall," Dylan became the voice of a generation. John Wesley Harding (1967) and Nashville Skyline (1969)
Half-acoustic, half-electric, featuring "Subterranean Homesick Blues."
In arguably the most famous pivot in music history, Dylan "went electric." While controversial at the time, they are now
Before he was a global icon, Dylan was a sponge for American roots music.