Bob Dylan Complete Discography 19592012 320 -

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)

Following a mysterious motorcycle accident in 1966, Dylan retreated from the spotlight. bob dylan complete discography 19592012 320

Marking the end of this specific era, Tempest is a violent, poetic, and sprawling record that proved Dylan remained as sharp-tongued as ever at age 71. Why "320"? John Wesley Harding (1967) and Nashville Skyline (1969)

This era covers his time in Minneapolis and his arrival in New York City. These recordings are raw, featuring covers of Woody Guthrie and traditional blues. Marking the end of this specific era, Tempest

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)

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)