Bob Dylan – Desire (1976) [SACD 2003] [SACD / Columbia – CH 90318]

Title: Bob Dylan – Desire (1976) [SACD 2003]
Genre: Rock
Format: SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

Desire, Bob Dylan’s seventeenth studio album, released on January 5, 1976, by Columbia Records, is a collaborative masterpiece featuring musicians from the Rolling Thunder Revue, later documented in The Bootleg Series Vol. 5. Co-written largely with Jacques Levy, the album’s lengthy story-songs include backing vocals by Emmylou Harris and Ronee Blakley. Notable tracks like the 11-minute “Joey,” criticized for glorifying gangster Joey Gallo, and “Hurricane,” a passionate defense of boxer Rubin Carter’s wrongful murder conviction, sparked controversy. Following the acclaimed Blood on the Tracks, Desire topped the Billboard Pop Albums chart for five weeks, reached #3 in the UK, and earned double-platinum status in the U.S. It was named NME’s Album of the Year and ranked #174 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums list. The album blends folk, rock, and narrative-driven lyrics, showcasing Dylan’s storytelling prowess. The SACD reissue enhances its rich, communal sound, making it essential for Dylan fans and folk-rock enthusiasts. Desire remains a high point in Dylan’s catalog for its bold narratives and collaborative energy.

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Tracklist:

01. Hurricane
02. Isis
03. Mozambique
04. One More Cup Of Coffee
05. Oh, Sister
06. Joey
07. Romance In Durango
08. Black Diamond Bay
09. Sara

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