Bob Dylan - Slow Train Coming [Black Vinyl LP]

Released in 1979, Slow Train Coming is one of Bob Dylan’s most controversial and captivating works, marking the start of his brief but passionate gospel period. This black vinyl reissue presents Dylan at a spiritual and artistic crossroads, trading protest anthems and surreal poetry for fire-and-brimstone sermons, delivered with soulful conviction and polished musicianship. Produced by Jerry Wexler and featuring legendary session players like Mark Knopfler, the album merges Dylan’s songwriting with a Southern-inflected studio sheen.

Musically, Slow Train Coming blends gospel rock with bluesy undertones and tight studio arrangements. “Gotta Serve Somebody,” the album’s Grammy-winning opener, sets the tone with its moral urgency and slinky groove. “Precious Angel” and the title track “Slow Train” dive deep into themes of salvation, judgment, and spiritual rebirth, all propelled by Dylan’s impassioned vocal delivery and a backing band steeped in soul and rhythm. The result is a bold artistic statement that polarized fans and critics alike, but remains one of his most distinctive recordings.

This standard-weight black vinyl pressing delivers strong audio clarity, preserving the warmth and texture of the original analog recording. Packaged in a faithful replica of the original cover art, it retains the iconic feel of the original 1979 release. A perfect addition to any Dylan vinyl shelf, this pressing highlights a fiercely committed and musically rich chapter of his storied career.

The album was generally well-reviewed in the secular press, and the single 'Gotta Serve Somebody' became his first hit in three years, winning Dylan the Grammy Award for best rock vocal performance by a male in 1980. The album peaked at #2 on the charts in the UK and went platinum in the US, where it reached #3.

• Format: Black Vinyl LP
• Standout tracks: “Gotta Serve Somebody,” “Precious Angel,” “Slow Train”
• Pressing details: Standard-weight black vinyl, original jacket reproduction, analog-sourced audio
• Genre/style: Gospel Rock, Rock, Blues Rock, Contemporary Christian
• UPC: 889854492311

This isn’t just another Dylan record, it’s a revelation. Slow Train Coming still rumbles with conviction and timeless urgency.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. Gotta Serve Somebody
2. Precious Angel
3. I Believe In You
4. Slow Train

Side B:

1. Gonna Change My Way Of Thinking
2. Do Right To Me Baby (Do Unto Others)
3. When You Gonna Wake Up
4. Man Give Names To All The Animals
5. When He Returns