Blonde on Blonde
Considered an unprecedented magnum opus when it arrived on two records in May of 1966 (1997'sTime out of Mindis actually only about a minute shorter),Blonde on Blondefeatured Dylan continuing to demonstrate remarkable powers over the course of 14 new numbers. Working in Nashville with session men and a few conscripted recruits (Al Kooper,Robbie Robertson), Dylan continued to bend minds with his warped lyrics and phrasing. Even dashed-off numbers such as "Obviously 5 Believers" and "Rainy Day Women #12 & 35" contribute to the crazed, fun-house ambiance. Dylan will never be this wild again.--Steven Stolder