Bob Dylan Complete Discography 19592012 320 !exclusive! Official

Half-acoustic, half-electric, featuring "Subterranean Homesick Blues."

From his earliest folk recordings in Minnesota to the late-career renaissance of the 21st century, this guide breaks down the essential eras of Dylan’s studio output during this 53-year span. 1. The Folk Prophet (1959–1964) bob dylan complete discography 19592012 320

In arguably the most famous pivot in music history, Dylan "went electric." While controversial at the time, they are now

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) The Electric Revolution (1965–1966)

A double-album recorded in Nashville that Dylan described as having that "thin, wild mercury sound." 3. Reclusion and Roots (1967–1973)

The Times They Are a-Changin' (1964) solidified his status as a political poet before he began to tire of the "protest singer" label. 2. The Electric Revolution (1965–1966)