1966 · USBest editionVinylOriginal pressing
Columbia — C2S 841
0 analog
The original 1966 US stereo pressing is a coveted first issue prized for its analog master.
Blonde on Blonde was recorded primarily at Columbia Records' Studio A in Nashville, Tennessee between February and March 1966, marking Dylan's first album recorded entirely outside of New York. The album was produced by Bob Johnston, with engineer Neil Nelis overseeing the technical aspects of the sessions. Dylan worked with a rotating ensemble of Nashville session musicians, including pianist Charlie McCoy and guitarist Charlie Daniels, who provided the country-rock instrumentation that defined the album's sound. The recording process was notably efficient, with many tracks completed in just one or two takes, reflecting Dylan's spontaneous approach and the musicians' professional experience. Released in May 1966 during a period when Dylan was recovering from a motorcycle accident, the album represented his artistic evolution toward a more countrified, introspective sound.
Tracklist · 14 tracks
- 1Rainy Day Women #12 & 354:37
- 2Pledging My Time3:50
- 3Visions of Johanna7:33
- 4One of Us Must Know (Sooner or Later)4:55
- 5I Want You3:08
- 6Stuck Inside of Mobile With the Memphis Blues Again7:06
- 7Leopard-Skin Pill-Box Hat3:58
- 8Just Like a Woman4:51
- 1Most Likely You Go Your Way and I'll Go Mine3:30
- 2Temporary Like Achilles5:03
- 3Absolutely Sweet Marie4:57
- 44th Time Around4:35
- 5Obviously Five Believers3:36
- 6Sad-Eyed Lady of the Lowlands11:21
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