Bob Dylan – Infidels (1983) [SACD 2003] [SACD / Columbia – CH 90317]

Title: Bob Dylan – Infidels (1983) [SACD 2003]
Genre: Rock
Format: SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

Infidels, Bob Dylan’s 22nd studio album, released in October 1983 by Columbia Records, marks his return to secular music after three evangelical gospel albums following his conversion to Christianity. Co-produced by Dylan and Mark Knopfler, the album shifts focus to personal themes of love and loss, alongside commentary on environmental and geopolitical issues, while retaining subtle religious imagery. Critics, including Christopher Connelly of Rolling Stone, praised it as Dylan’s strongest work since Blood on the Tracks, revitalizing his career with its poetic lyrics and melodic strength. The album features standout performances, backed by a band including Knopfler on guitar and Sly Dunbar on drums. It reached #20 in the U.S., earning gold certification, and #9 in the UK, reflecting strong commercial success. However, fans and critics lamented the exclusion of tracks like “Blind Willie McTell,” a career highlight later released on The Bootleg Series Volume III in 1991. The SACD reissue enhances the album’s crisp production, highlighting its nuanced sound. Infidels is essential for Dylan fans, blending introspective songwriting with social commentary. It stands as a pivotal moment in his career, balancing personal and political themes. The album’s critical acclaim and lasting impact make it a cornerstone of his 1980s output.

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Tracklist:

01. Jokerman
02. Sweetheart Like You
03. Neighborhood Bully
04. License To Kill
05. Man Of Peace
06. Union Sundown
07. I And I
08. Don’t Fall Apart On Me Tonight

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