Bob Dylan Vinyl Records

How Do I Get Started on a Bob Dylan Vinyl Collection?

LPs and vinyl were widely used in the 1960s and 70s. This was also the time that famous folk writer and singer Bob Dylan made his image as an icon of the hippie era. If you're looking to begin your Bob Dylan album collection with some classic Dylan, check out our beginners guide below.

What Do I Need to Know about Bob Dylan Albums?

Bob Dylan is a classic singer and songwriter who brought folk music into the mainstream.

• Bob Dylan, who is still alive today, is known for popularizing folk music in the United States during the 1960s.
• Songs like "All Along the Watchtower," were actually written and performed by Bob Dylan first. "Freight Train Blues" is another one of his hits.
• Albums that are available on vinyl include:
  • "The Times They Are A-Changin'"
  • "Bringing It All Back Home"
  • "Highway 61 Revisited"
  • "Blood on the Tracks"
  • "Blonde on Blonde"
  • "The Freewheelin Bob Dylan"
• Blood on the Tracks is a very popular LP from Dylan. It includes tracks like:
  • "Shelter from the Storm"
  • "Lily, Rosemary, and the Jack of Hearts."
• Another popular LP among Dylan vinyl collectors is the self-titled "The Freewheelin Bob Dylan". It features tracks like:
  • Blowin in the Wind
  • Corrina Corrina
• You can find The Original Mono Recordings box set for your vinyl collection. They were re-released under the guidance of Dylan himself, and feature books and pictures as well as the albums.
  • Most of these albums were created from the original master tapes. But two records, "The Times They Are A-Changin'" and "Highway 61 Revisited" were not.
  • These albums were engineered to be heard in mono sound, rather than stereo. The argument is that mono is how it was originally meant to be heard.

How Do I Pick Out a Good Vintage Dylan LP Record?

When you're searching for a good LP, especially a Bob Dylan record, there are few things you need to keep in mind.

• When you're shopping online for a vintage LP, especially from a songwriter like Bob Dylan who released his music on LPs, look for a grading of VG+.
  • VG+ means that while the record might not be new, it's in good condition with little damage to the record, the sleeve, or the inner sleeve.
• Always look for original pressings when you're looking for vintage albums.
  • This is because the studios don't always have the original track-list, and will re-release the LP with the latest version of the CD record instead.
• Store your vinyl upright, never stacked on top of each other. This will prevent warping.
• Keep your vinyl records in a cool, dry space. This will prevent any damage to the record itself, plus it will protect the sleeve from mold and other issues.

If I Enjoy Bob Dylan, What Other Bands Should I Check Out?

While Bob's music is heavily influenced by folk, it also has elements of blues and rock. He was an anti-war songwriter and wrote about politics, religion, and even sexuality.Because his music was so groundbreaking, there have been many bands and singers who have tried to emulate his musical spirit. If you want to hear more bands like Bob Dylan, check out

• Leonard Cohen, a famous singer and songwriter in his own right, known for his song "Hallelujah."
• Richard Thompson
• Phil Ochs
• Janis Joplin, a famous singer in the 1960s
• If you like the storytelling elements of Bob Dylan songs but are looking for more pop music then check out David Bowie.

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