Description
Empire Burlesque finds Bob Dylan navigating the sonic landscape of the mid-1980s with a bold, synth-laced production style that blends rock, pop, and gospel influences. Self-produced and recorded with a rotating cast of top-tier session musicians—including members of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers—the album showcases Dylan’s lyrical sharpness amid a polished, contemporary sound. From the yearning vulnerability of “Emotionally Yours” to the biting commentary of “Clean Cut Kid,” this release captures a restless artist experimenting with form while staying true to his storytelling roots. A fascinating chapter in Dylan’s ever-evolving catalog, Empire Burlesque is both a product of its time and a testament to his enduring creative spirit.
Track List:
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Tight Connection to My Heart (Has Anybody Seen My Love?)
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Seeing the Real You at Last
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I'll Remember You
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Clean Cut Kid
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Never Gonna Be the Same Again
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Trust Yourself
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Emotionally Yours
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When the Night Comes Falling from the Sky
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Something's Burning, Baby
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Dark Eyes
