It really does matter.....each track of theirs is different. They had a wide range of musical tastes, interests and styles. And frankly, some songs come off better than others. They say so themselves.
Not only one of the best songs ever, but the title is indeed one of the best puns in rock and roll, not that Rolling Stone has a Top 100 list for that or anything, but still.
Drummer John Bonham is arguably considered one of the top two or three drummers in Rock history. Likewise Jimmy Page as lead guitar, and Robert Plant as lead singer. John Paul Jones (JPJ) is an unsung hero in the band. He is a musical genius in his own right, playing piano, keyboard, melatron, base guitar, and mandolin.
The thing that most people don't realize about Zeppelin, and John Bonham, was that they were the first to bring the drums up as a major part of the mix. Other bands wouldn't hire Bonham because he hit the drums so hard, but Jimmy Page embraced it and used it to create the greatest rock band ever assembled. There have been many imitators, but never a band that could equal the sound and originality of the Mighty Zep.
Jimmy is quoted as saying when he was a session player, the drums always sounded like they were in a can. He brought them forward so we could all enjoy. He is often overlooked for the great producer that he is.
I don’t think that any of them would have reached their musical potential without the others. I think that this is a magical moment in musical history when the right people met each other and gave us great music to listen to for decades
This song is amazing live at Knebworth (1979), I hope you guys decide to give it a watch, they always give more in their live performances. Thanks for another great reaction from both of you, & keep going with Led Zeppelin, many more great songs. A nonstop banging songs.
IMHO the greatest rock song ever. It can never be recreated live though which is why any live version doesn't come close to the studio version. It was not only a mastery of the guitar, bass and drums but a mastery of the recording studio as well. It is and always will be my favorite Zeppelin song.
This actually comes from the album "Presence" and has a combination of influences. It basically tells the story of trips Jimmy and Robert took to Morocco and other places. There's a bit of William Blake's poetry when he mentions Albion. "Albion" used to be a poetic way to describe Britain. The "mighty arms of Atlas" refer both to the mythology of Atlas holding the world on his shoulders, as well as the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. This song is intense. I consider it the last of their "Epics" along with Stairway and Kashmir. Jimmy had 6 guitar tracks and managed to assemble and complete the entire song in one night. The album as a whole was completed in 18 days; the fastest they'd worked since their debut album. The staccato drumming sounds like a machine gun and John Paul Jones' galloping bass line imply swift, anxious movement. Ann and Nancy Wilson from Heart readily admit they stole the bass line for their song Barracuda. Robert tells a story about a time he had a friend over to visit and while they chatted, he had music playing. At one point, he stepped out of the room and shortly thereafter, his guest came looking for him and told him they didn't want to be in the room alone anymore because the music playing was too intense. Intrigued, Robert came back to the room and the song playing was Achilles. There were a lot of changes going on during the making of Presence; new musical genres like punk were threatening to overthrow bands like Zeppelin's relevance, Robert was rethinking the band dynamics and his place in it as well as his life's path in general. He didn't want to be away from his family during the accident's aftermath and was angry at both Peter and Jimmy and felt they were unsympathetic. Presence is massively underrated; it's very stripped down and is full of intensity, anxiety, anger, pain, - a lot of difficult emotions.
Hey Henrie, (Ron here) good to catch up with you once again. Couldn’t agree more with your summation of events and Robert’s feelings during this period. Have heard Robert give more clarity to this period than others. (Of course that could simply be my radar not working more frequently at other times) I remember buying this the day it was available and having to play this one over and over for my younger brother. Still his favorite all these yrs later. While lacking in popularity by some, I really loved this project and felt they still knew they had more to give. Be well, and best wishes to you and yours.
@@ronaldelliott4373 hi Ron! Always fantastic to see you 🙂. For all the difficulties within the group at the time of recording, Presence has come to be held close to my heart for its raw vulnerability. I'll never not support it. Take care and see you around the Zep water cooler. 😉
John Bonham was such a Phenomenal drummer Robert Plant vocals are exraordinary John Paul Jones plays bass and keyboards and Jimmy Page is just brilliant his guitar licks
Live at Knebworth 1979 of this song is mind blowing. Bonham is just unhinged. And Jimmy manages to cover multiple guitar layers. By that time, Jimmy was deep into addiction, but still had mastery over his instrument.
Robert has said that he was in awe of the talent of the other three when they were doing this song, calling it magnificent. And it is. His vocals are not as strong but keep in mind he was singing from a wheelchair. The story goes that he was so excited that he got through the song that he stood up in exaltation and promptly fell down. Everyone was horror struck, thinking he might if rebroken his ankle. Thankfully, he was Ok. But that injury dies bother him at times to this day. .
Now you have realised about john Bonham on the drums its the moment to do Moby Dick - the live performance at Earls court 1975 which is essentially a drum solo and vehicle for displaying his techniques . Once you've seen that you will be able to better pick out what he does in other tracks you come onto - masterclass in drumming. Love your reactions to this its so great to see people who really get this and are so enthusiastic. Don't worry you are not going to run out of amazing music and you haven't heard anything until you've done dazed and confused. That is really one you need to do the studio then the live otherwise you will never understand what is going on .
Ironically Plant & his family’s car happened on vacation in Greece, his wife Maureen was driving. Pages daughter was with them, & Roberts son & daughter, thankfully the kids weren’t seriously injured. Maureen had a skull fracture & other injuries, & Robert his leg & other injuries. The band was on a deadline to get their album Presence done, & the whole album was recorded with Plant in a wheelchair. What was really sad, there was some issue with taxes, & they had to record the album in California. While both injured so badly, Robert wasn’t home with his family, like he wanted to be. Yes he was in a wheelchair for about a year, not knowing if he’d walk again. The song Tea For One off the same album, is a slow Blues song, about Robert missing his family & is great.
No Zeppelin reaction is complete without listening to "Going to California", the LIVE VERSION, "Live at Earls Court 1975". Studio album version is great, but the live version is the one!! Cut and paste this ----> Led Zeppelin Going to California Live at Earls Court 1975
I have to agree, however the version from the “how the west was won”, from the forum in LA, 1972… is a very close second 🤔 Also, if you watch the Earl’s Court version stick around and enjoy “that’s the way” another definitive version…
@@JU5TINPDX Yeah, I have that DVD set. Absolutely incredible, and I love the whole acoustic segment. I think that would be a great idea if they react to that. I'm 100% onboard with your recommendation!
Led zeppelin they are the greatest masters of instruments know one. Can match them on planet earth good luck trying it's impossible they are the goats case dismissed
Please check out Kashmir, the live version by Page and Plant. The original version is an absolute classic and one of the best riffs of all time by Led Zeppelin, but the live version by Jimmy Page and Robert Plant showcases the the true intent of what they wanted the original Kashmir song to be, which incorporates many Middle Eastern sounds and highlights the culture. It's truly a masterpiece.
This song always makes me think of galloping horses careening forward with soldiers swinging swords. Relentless. Great vocals by Robert and copious amounts of guitar overdubs by page. Almost impossible to reproduce live. Cheers 🍺
I think this one is about touring. "Oh to laugh aloud, and dance a lot above the crowd". They came to town a year after Presence came out and played for 3 1/2 hours. We'd seen them before but that night we were only 20 feet away at eye level. The goats.
Zep have the most diverse and surprising catalogue of songs you could ever find. There’s no “ typical” Zep style, except that almost all of it is awesome. I know this because I am 70 years old and I bought Led Zepoelin 1 in April 1969 with my birthday money. I was lucky enough to see them live in stage 4 times. They are still regarded as one of the greatest rock bands of all time. There are too many songs to suggest to you guys but maybe “ Dazed and Confused”, from their very first album ( recorded in autumn 1968 ). Great reaction and thank you both. Stay safe stay happy stay you. Best wishes from England 🏴.
Let me preface this by saying Zep is my favorite band: Ween has a more diverse catalogue of songs, and it isn't even close. They put out a country album with legendary Nashville musicians, and another of their albums inspired the creation of Sponge Bob Square Pants. Zep was the best at what they did, and Ween was the best at taking what everyone else did and making it their own.
I vividly remember the British music press slagging this album off , consequently I didn’t but it for a year , until I heard this track by accident in virgin records Bristol
Also if ya dig and enjoyed this video which was cool and I still am a long haired after all these years though with a changed heart and peace in the heart and you can also 😀 you may also enjoy the song " Most of All " By Glenn Kaiser and Where Roses Grow Live by Rez Band Awesome songs check them out. Also I remember hearing the song by Led Zepp " In My Time of Dyin " during my drug years and made me think about death and Jesus. Then a hippy friend that dug Jesus told me more of Jesus love and forgiveness and how I could also know Jesus love. So in 1981 I cried out to Jesus and wow man He came into my life and I had and have so much joy and peace and now know that through Jesus when I die I will be with Him in Heaven. Hey Jesus loves each of you also and yall can know Him if you are at all open. Just cry out to Him and a good question to ask yourself if you were to die today would you go to heaven ? And if yes why ? To find out more please read the Gospel of John in the Bible or check out the movie on RU-vid. 😀
thanks for doing a great reaction...and for accepting my request...i agree with many comments below that live version of this song is absolutely amazing...watching John Bonham play drums is just as incredible as the sound they made thru his incredible talent...the drums on "Dazed and Confused" are also as impressive...i look forward to that reaction as well!! take care and thanks again...
Great reaction to the goats of rock. I wore this album out a little more than all the rest. The goats of prog are a band called YES and a song called Roundabout off the Fragile album is a good first listen. Enjoy your YES journey ✨️🎶✨️
This has always been a masterpiece. I hope you react to 'Kashmir' again. But next time do the Kashmir - Celebration Day; live performance. They are all near 60 years of age for that one; except the drummer, Jason Bonham, who is the son of deceased drummer John Bonham.
this was on the album PRESENCE...it was different...i bought this about 1980 or 79 when it came out...i was living in houston texas...one of the best places i ever lived...best people...wonderful memories...i was out of the military...took an apprentice job as a machinist...back then it was love and peace...made so many great friends...
She is adorable,you lucky guy! Great to see you youngsters enjoying and discovering “our” music,especially from such a different culture. Your English is perfect,greetings from England.
You two are Awesome!! I would like to suggest this live Performance on the LZ RU-vid channel. Led Zeppelin - How Many More Times (Danmarks Radio 1969) Thank You!!
Love you guys. More Zep please. Also, you must also try Joe Bonamassa, with, and without Beth Hart. Joe is amazing by himself. Then you add Beth and wow , the perfect combination !! Hope you guys get around to it. And a secret weapon. The greatest female choice on planet earth. Lara Fabian ! Until next time, stay well, amd poppin for fresh
You got to do this live at Knebworth 1979 AMAZING watching Jimmy trying to recreate the army of guitars on the studio version from just one guitar. Drumming incredible. Poetry
A cool reaction video, how about doing a reaction video to the Irish guitar legend Rory Gallagher - Calling Card live at Hammersmith Odeon 1977. Rory Gallagher is considered one of the greatest guitarist ever and sold over 30 million albums thru the 1970's. Only the coolest people know and listen to Rory Gallagher, thank you.
good reaction. Truly epic drum song. Also an amazing guitar orchestra song. At points, there are like 5-6 guitar tracks all going on, great writing and arranging. One of Page's gifts.
Ok, let's see if I have this straight. You're Lebanese,speak English very well, and you're young. 70's Zeppelin really lights you up. I must say this is an extremely enjoyable thing for old fat fart me to watch. I grew up on this music. Never gets old.
🙋🏼♂️ 🇬🇧 😃 LZ & my two favourite Lebanese reactors just before the footie ⚽️ .. excellent !! 😊 .. actually you guys are the only two Lebanese i " know " 😂 😂 .. hope you are both well & having a good week 🤞🏻 stay safe 🙏🏻✌🏻
@@TheCoupleCrib yep 100% but its you guys that i enjoy watchng & listening to most of all . It is great to watch you both discover music & comedy that i have grown up with . ( 😊 its City & it should be fun . my family have been 💙 since 5 May 1956 🥳 just don't do a Liverpool & i will be OK ! 🤞🏻 😂 ) ⚽️ ENJOY ⚽️ !!! 😉
Ok. As a Zep head for many years, I must reccommend that you review "The Song Remains The Same" and the "Rain Song" from live 1973 Madison Square Garden. Those songs go from one right into the next, yet are totally different. The concert is from the movie 'THE SONG REMAINS THE SAME". Some of the videos you already reviewed are from this movie.
