Best Led Zeppelin song?

@jbanderson5331

Жыл бұрын

NOT stairway to heaven

@Wherespy

Жыл бұрын

immigrant song

@thomaspurvis8047

Жыл бұрын

Achilles' Last Stand

@kdbutter23

Жыл бұрын

its hard to choose just one.

@shaunhansbrough3049

Жыл бұрын

No Quarter

There can never be a true reunion Bonham is gone. You cannot replace greatness. What Led Zeppelin did between 1969 and 1979 can never be duplicated again. Their music will forever be timeless.

@svdd10

Жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@michellefranklin3479

Жыл бұрын

Agree

@gruvdrums

Жыл бұрын

They did play shows without Bonham and hats off to Jason for even attempting. They sounded really good as Page & Plant back in the 90s, but they were right to call it Page and Plant and not Led Zep.

@eatassonthefirstdate

Жыл бұрын

I thought John died in like 81 or 82?

@eatassonthefirstdate

Жыл бұрын

Ahhhh Sept 25 1980..... My mom had tix to go see them at Richfield Colosseum (where big bands played the concerts for Cleveland, that's where the Cavs used to play it was either there, Cleveland Browns Stadium or an outdoor venue called Blossom Music Center. Bonham died like a month or so before the show happened

He cannot do it at that level...hello! The fact he pulled it off in 2007 is miraculous. Leave this legend alone. He's making music that he's comfortable with. Be happy he's alive and performing.

@kungpao-wp2sq

Жыл бұрын

I don’t think so. I think Zep owes the fans more. It’s not at all fair to all the people that demand to see them live. I still think they will do another album in the next year or so. Page has already mentioned it.

@squatch570

Жыл бұрын

​@@kungpao-wp2sq They don't owe anything to anyone. They gave their heart, soul, great work and the loss of a friend and band mate for over a decade and left behind an unmatched archive of musical legacy that will likely live on for years and years. What else do they need to give? Let them move on from what they already gave us.

@kungpao-wp2sq

Жыл бұрын

@@squatch570 completely disagree. Led Zep are the greatest rock and roll band of all time and the reason is their fans. Without the fans they wouldn’t be where they are today. The fans deserve a new album and another tour, period!

@johnvonachen1672

Жыл бұрын

Part of the success of LZ was the incredible high strong voice he had, as an almost teenager that is. I'm a singer myself and I know that there is always a note you can sing instead of the one on the recording, which is a perfectly good. It may not be as impressive but it will be good enough. Don't kill yourself with singing.

@nonprogrediestregredi1711

Жыл бұрын

@@kungpao-wp2sq The reason is not their fans. The reason is the music. The fans are a byproduct of the music. They don't owe anything to anyone.

That's why he's the GOAT. He's not clinging to past glory, he's still making great music and he's living life on his own terms. Led Zeppelin is immortal, but Robert Plant is an aging musician who wants to enjoy the time he has left. I agree with him entirely.

Robert has nothing left to prove. Led Zeppelin has made their mark on history as one of the greatest rock 'n' roll bands to ever exist.

@TranceSFX

6 ай бұрын

Yeah it's an unfortunate lose-lose scenario. He has nothin to prove, but in an attempt to appease their dedicated fans, purely outta love even, they run the risk of being sloppy, old, tarnish their legacy etc. Can't win.

I can understand where Plant is coming from. He feels no need to be stuck in the band's past. No matter what he's still raking in the money from those glory years and has nothing to worry about.

@daviddunkin7454

Жыл бұрын

Agreed…

@kenlittle7181

Жыл бұрын

it's very sad to see him becoming so arrogant

@jameshuckvale7685

Жыл бұрын

Money equals shit. Lemmy said you can’t eat it. Everyone says money doesn’t buy happiness but every one is a hypocrite and that’s all they do. Money equals slavery. Slavethink. Fuck money.

@jayannakelley9051

Жыл бұрын

@@kenlittle7181 - I don’t think he’s being a bit ‘arrogant’. He’s just being honest.

@paranormaladventurer4922

Жыл бұрын

@@kenlittle7181 How is it arrogant? I think it's arrogant that some of the over-the-hill legacy bands are charging hundreds of dollars for shows when they can't even hit the notes anymore.

The 2007 Reunion show was a legendary performance by all and a perfect ribbon to end a distinguished and undeniable career. I respect him for knowing when to say when. The songs he continues to play today reflect the man he's become, not the man he was. I admire his restraint and independence.

@Grodd70

8 ай бұрын

100% agree. The performance was magnificent, it was recorded both for musical and visual enjoyment and it was the perfect ending, every one was still able to "bring it". Far too often bands stay at the party for too long. I was a teen in the 80's (who listened to all hard rock and metal) and I have seen some of those 80's bands go way past their prime. Singers you can't sing anymore I won't mention names but there are far more who can't than those that can. Plus seeing a 65 year old metal grandpa in leathers and makeup is just weird. To quote Jack Black at the Kennedy Center show "Best band EVER" and they ended it with class, that did the their fans and history proud.

@lucone2937

7 ай бұрын

Yeah, I think the 2007 Concert Live London at the 02 Arena was a good closure to Led Zeppelin. After that Led Zeppelin released remastered deluxe editions of all original studio albums with bonus material in 2014-2015. Otherwise I like the way Robert Plant has built his career with good solo albums since 1982, and occasionally with Jimmy Page and Alison Krauss. I think Plant doesn't want to follow the examples like Ian Gillan of Deep Purple, Ozzy Osbourne of Black Sabbath, or David Coverdale of Whitesnake, but he wants be free to do whatever music he finds interesting as a solo artist.

@Stevedrums741

7 ай бұрын

@@lucone2937: He became very similar to Peter Gabriel in that sense. Never wanted to be tied down to his past. And Gabriel has always been more militant about it never playing old genesis tunes in his shows

@BreckKitts

6 ай бұрын

AMEN

@paulhems4048

6 ай бұрын

I'm glad he's more varied, makes him a better artist. I've got one of the albums he did with Alison Krauss and it's superb, maybe I'll buy some more.

I totally respect Robert Plant for not living through his past. He is exactly right about a lot of old guys acting more as cover bands of their former selves. Robert Plant says relevant by playing music he loves to play, not music he is forced to play. Kudos to Robert Plant.

@markusaurelius777

7 ай бұрын

Plant said he stopped doing stuff with Page because it is "dinosaur music"...but he plays Zep tunes with other musicians. He's a hypocrite.

@terrymckenzie8786

5 ай бұрын

@@markusaurelius777all the zep ,songs he plays are rearranged and played differently. As well as new tunes. As well as the band and people he plays with. He said years ago he’s tired of being the cock jock and dozen,t want to be prancing on the stage with an open shirt.

The 2007 concert was not only filmed for all to see, it was a better performance than fans could have ever asked for. The surviving members walked away on that high note. I, for one, do not want to see them hang on to the glory days and watch them deteriorate. It’s better to burn out than fade away!

I just saw him last week with Allison Kraus. He was fantastic as was the whole band! I love where he's gone with his career and completely agree with his choice. Led Zeppelin gave us a high quality reunion in 2007. That's quite enough for me. I rather see him doing something that suits his age rather than trying (and failing) to recapture his youth.

@Amandazg8

Жыл бұрын

i saw the show on Sunday night, it was pretty awesome. after the encore he was like don’t forget you saw jefferson airplane tonight, lol.

@KS-lw9jd

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. 2007 was a nice period at the end of Zep’s run. His recent music is great. I’ll b there Sept 10th. Thrilled

@bradcrosier1332

Жыл бұрын

It’s his career, he can do what he wants - he certainly doesn’t need the money. That said, to me his best work was with Zepplin. His solo work and duets with his part-time squeeze just bore the shit out of me - but that’s just me. I passed on a $20 ticket at a venue 15 minutes from home because I have zero interest in that stuff. On the other hand, I’ll pay $100 and drive an hour plus to hear Jason Bonham’s Led Zepplin Evening any day and twice on Sundays. But again, that’s just me - to each their own.

@KS-lw9jd

Жыл бұрын

Actually a lot of zeppelin just bores me now I find their live stuff unlistenable at 60 I just enjoy something different

@KS-lw9jd

Жыл бұрын

Ps next time I’ll take the ticket for 40

Can’t blame the guy, what more do you want from him lmao

@somewhatsomething4882

Жыл бұрын

Nothing

@stephanieann6622

Жыл бұрын

Exactly. He needs to live his life normally. He had his time. As someone who's 23 I never got to see them live and would love to but I would never expect someone that's that old to get on stage and play. People gotta let the old man live his life

@robert.m4676

Жыл бұрын

@@stephanieann6622 what are you talking about? If you paid attention to the message he still sings and tours. He just doesn’t want to do it with anything related to Led Zeppelin. If you knew the history of Led Zeppelin they were the biggest band in the world by far. But a ton of history with the band like losing his son while on tour. Then losing his best friend ( which ended Led Zeppelin) took a heavy toll on Robert Plant. He can still sing. He just doesn’t want to be part of something that ended in such a manner.

@KarklinPumpkin

Жыл бұрын

Right? The fans have wrung every drop out of this man, let's let him relax and be old.

@paolocoletti1574

Жыл бұрын

@@robert.m4676 his contention, rightly, has been that he just can't be into singing the lyrical contents at his age of such young lion lyrics, for example "squeeze my lemon and let the juice run down my leg". Those or the fairy "Stairway to Heaven" ones

I admire Plant. Creatively speaking the man is doing what makes him happy (and I like the musical direction he has taken). And yeah, I kind of agree with him; many "classic rock" bands have reduced themselves to little more than nostalgia acts trying to squeeze whatever cash they can out of audiences that look like they'd be just as home in a reverse mortgage commercial. I mean I look at a guy like Phil Collins and...well...there are just those times when it would be far more appropriate to simply ride off into the sunset with dignity intact. I also lump acts like the Stones into that category; as much as I love the mid-period (1968 through 1974) material the band cranked out, they're kind of sad to watch now. Sure, some die-hard fans may vehemently disagree with me and that's fine, but I find it kind of ironic (and not in the best sense of the word) watching a bunch of elderly guys trying to prance around playing tunes about youthful rebellion. So I can completely understand where Plant is coming from and I respect how he has sort of embraced his age and is growing old with style.

@scottwaszak698

Жыл бұрын

Perfectly said. I applaud Plant, LOUDLY.

@bryanwithat6763

Жыл бұрын

Without Led Zeppelin you would have never heard his name.

@jimbo6413

Жыл бұрын

@@bryanwithat6763 True, but Zeppelin is in the rear view mirror now and Plant has grown into other musical pursuits. Just because his tenure in Zeppelin established Plant as a rock star doesn't mean he's obliged to roll out a nostalgia act constantly paying homage to what *was* - Plant is obviously more interested in what *is* and has embraced his age with style and grace.

@bryanwithat6763

Жыл бұрын

@@jimbo6413 He is still "resting on his laurels" That's my only point. You would NEVER have even heard of him or any of his music (now) if he were not in Zeppelin. His music (now) sucks. IMAO. Luckily, he can afford to bop along pretending to be an "artist not living in the past" because of his past.

@jimbo6413

Жыл бұрын

@@bryanwithat6763 Let's cut to the chase. These nostalgia (pardon me, "Classic Rock") acts are *all* resting on their laurels. Most haven't cranked out any new material in years (or decades). What I admire about Plant is that he's at least trying something new. While you may hate the recent material Plant is producing (and that's your choice which you're entitled to), I tend to suspect that he couldn't care less because the guy is doing what he likes and wants to perform now. Sure, his time fronting Zeppelin bought him that prerogative, but he's not wallowing in the past trying to recreate a long gone image. The guy has embraced his age and is growing old with some style and dignity, kind of a rare commodity nowadays.

I'm happy to watch the DVD of their 2007 reunion. It was magnificent. They proved how great they are as musicians, and as a band. I particularly liked Jimmy Page's work. This performance stands as a monument. It doesn't need "a repeat".

I wholeheartedly respect his desire to put that part of his life behind him and spend his time doing new things. He is a smart man, he knows what it would mean for the fans if he were to perform, especially the younger fans, however, he also knows that he isn't THAT Robert Plant anymore.

@MahlonEdwards

Жыл бұрын

Huge point right there. None of us actually are who we used to be.

Nothing but respect for Plant on this. I'm in my 60s and they're my favorite group of all time, but he's right about "decrepit" legacy acts. He's being true to himself doing what he does and owes nobody anything, especially clamoring fans who want to recreate what's gone forever.

@jeffreyhowell3982

Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@robbierobinson6839

Жыл бұрын

Then why does he keep performing Zeppelin songs in his solo act? Honestly he seems like an a music snob now, ashamed of his roots.

@NT-fo3me

Жыл бұрын

@@robbierobinson6839 Because they're HIS songs? Because he can play anything he wants to in concert? He's done new arrangements for all of those songs anyway. You complain that he still plays those songs in concerts, but also accuse him of being "ashamed of his roots" by doing so. Pick a lane son.

@GlennErikMathisen

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree! We still have the records they gave us so we can listen to their songs. Zeppelin gave the fans ten years of their lives. Some legacy bands stay together for several decades, others quit and move on to other other artistic pursutes. Bands like the Beatles and The Police are also good examples. I only respect them for the choice they made to try new things

@malphunkson

Жыл бұрын

I am 49. Dad had the records and the Live song remains vhs in 1985 when I started listening and still love Kashmir and that live performance to this day as one of the best releases in music history.

Every one of us has a Zeplin song playing somewhere in the soundtrack of our life. They were rock gods and lived a dream that Jimmy Page cooked up. You can play or sing or perform only as long as the music is in you---once that feeling is gone, you would only be doing it for the bread and obviously Plant doesn't want to go there. I know I speak for a lot of people when I say thanks to Jimmy and Robert and JPG and Bonzo on drums for some of the finest moments I've ever experienced...

There is no such thing as a reunion unless one wakes up Bonham. I give Robert a ton of credit. He always looks forward. Every album he has recorded has been new music, new styles, and teams up with Allison Krauss to name a few. He is a legend and was "once" the lead singer for Zeppelin. Having him sing with Zeppelin again is like asking a great painter to paint his masterpiece again, exactly the same 50 years later.

@RicPhlare

Жыл бұрын

Bingo. Plant is preserving Led Zeppelin's legacy by leaving it alone.

@themakerstoolbox9688

Жыл бұрын

See that's the thing. What made Zeppelin great was that they were always changing. Changing their styles, changing their own music, everything. Even when they were in their prime they never played a song the same way twice. I couldn't see them feeling comfortable and happy just rehashing the past. I like that he is doing something different. It has always been what Zep was about.

@StreetTruckinTitan

Жыл бұрын

He's done with Zeppelin but sings Zep songs in his own bands albiet poorly. I just feel bad for Page, JPJ and possibly Jason Bonham they never had the chance over the years to perform in front of record breaking crowds who still want to see the greatest rock band in history.

@kurtistrent4772

10 ай бұрын

And every one of them was total crap. Esp as compared to what he did with LZ. An unfathomable step down and back.

@realledbetter5015

4 ай бұрын

@@StreetTruckinTitanthe crowds were fairly large in 1995 & 1998 when Plant/Page reunited. Page played brilliantly & Plant could still sing. They played many Zeppelin classics live. For unknown reasons they couldn’t find JPJ phone number. JPJ produces music & was in Them Crooked Vultures. Jason also doing alright for himself. Must have seen fairly large crowds when he was in Foreigner & now he is with Black Country Communion as well as a Zeppelin cover band. Believe me they are all doing just fine.

His a classy man and one who knows when to call it quits. It's a shame other artists don't follow his lead.

@bdubberz

Жыл бұрын

Cough cough.. Motley Crue

@SD-unlimited

Жыл бұрын

It would be nice if he just said it plainly though. Rather than trying to be avant-garde or cryptic but he’s always been like that. “…back to the font…” ?

@bdubberz

Жыл бұрын

@@SD-unlimited Well they are English lol

@MrBeard-ig5zc

Жыл бұрын

It's better to burn out, then it is to rust

@kskip4242

Жыл бұрын

Cough cough Metallica..

Honestly, you gotta respect Robert Plant for being one of the only rock stars of his generation to call it quits and not keep singing the same old songs in the same band til there all old and decrepit. He’s moved on to other things instead of staying a nostalgia act like many other bands.

@embracerodusk2537

Жыл бұрын

As you did when you moved on from Star Wars, Mr Lucas

@georgelucas2571

Жыл бұрын

@@embracerodusk2537 yup

@TypicalKid100

Жыл бұрын

Totally! Like Keith Richards looks pretty sorry on the last few tours. No doubt that’s who Plant was referring to.

@thebluesrockers

Жыл бұрын

There's more to it than that. There's a lot of water under that bridge. "Has anyone seen the bridge? Where is that confounded bridge?"

@js4187

Жыл бұрын

But he does sing Zeppelin songs in his act these days .

He was one of the greatest front man, to the greatest hard rock band in the world and he knows it. Nothing else to prove, the standard has been set. Regardless, it's just not the same without Bonzo. IMO, I don't think he has completely gotten over the loss of his friend.

@witeskyn7

10 ай бұрын

I agree. Not many outsiders from the entertainment industry know or understand that point. He has not only moved on but, has created some mighty majestic solo works as well, thing is....The mighty LZ overshadows most all of his achievements. He's done very well living in that constant shadow, imho. Very Well, Indeed.

@Nigel-Webb

9 ай бұрын

“hard rock” band??? 🤔… listen again, they were so much more.

@larrym2434

6 ай бұрын

@@Nigel-Webb firm rock? squishy rock?

@Nigel-Webb

6 ай бұрын

@@larrym2434 Ha ha! Actually a molten brew of blues, folk, soul, motown, classical, world music etc, whilst undeniably leading to the birth of “rock”, it certainly doesn’t define Zeppelin, hard firm or squishy.

@user-fu2mi1nd5l

3 ай бұрын

and one pop tune, "Good Times Bad times"@@Nigel-Webb

It's better to bow out when you feel you accomplished what you need to. And he's right.

Last performance he did with them It was clear they had to down tune a half step or more for him to hit even some of the semi-upper register notes. I think he knows it's not in his physical make up to weather it and it come off with the same power and emphasis. No dishonor there, you can still make beautiful stuff happen and he does. But Zeppelin died with Bonzo.

@gizzy2403

Жыл бұрын

Yes, & he admitted that too. He openly said back before he & Page toured th last time that there was Zep songs he couldn't sing anymore & some they'd have to rework for him to perform. Which is all very understandable & classy that he admitted it, unlike certain artists who can't sing @ all , but don't mind taking people's $$

@jimmyb4728

Жыл бұрын

Yes ZEPPELIN did end when BONZO died. I will never say ZEPPELIN died cause their music will OBVIOUSLY live forever. Here we are 50 years later and really good musicians still discuss and argue about how Jimmy or Bonzo played some particular lead or fill or the timing or tuning. LED ZEPPELIN IS TRULY THE G.O.A.T.

@williamsherman1089

Жыл бұрын

👍

@bertcresta6685

Жыл бұрын

…right on the money, Frank. And nothing wrong with admitting to one self that you just can’t do what you use to when you were in your twenties or whatever. 👏👏👏

@GregorRenkoMusic

Жыл бұрын

Tuning down just made it heavier. Lol

He was in a pub up my way years ago and someone asked "Can I buy you a pint so that I can say I bought Robert Plant a pint? And he replied with - "How about I buy you one, then you can say Robert Plant bought YOU a pint" Classy chap 👌

I was lucky enough to have seen them live in 1979 at Knebworth.. They were brilliant live

@volpeverde6441

4 ай бұрын

I saw that.... I can still smell the bonfires/dope/patchouli oil/bogs and hot dog vans....

@robertalford2257

4 ай бұрын

Yes, I remember Knebworth (8th) but I absolutely love remembering the show they did in Cardiff Capitol Monday December 1972. It was 8 years earlier, on the same stage that I saw a young Page with Beck in the Yardbirds. They were supporting another band that night, - The Rolling Stones with Brian Jones. Also, Marriane Faithful and Peter Jay. I think Long John Baldry was there as well. But I remember Page that night, as something stood out about him. Even as a young teenager I saw something that was going to come out. And it did,.....

@petejones879

4 ай бұрын

@@robertalford2257 I'm envious

@volpeverde6441

4 ай бұрын

@@robertalford2257 love to have seen ZEP at their best....1969-73.... but too young for that.... my sister saw them at earls court in '75....

There are some special moments in time that can never be fully replicated. That goes for rock bands as well as movies, TV shows, etc.

@terrycihat4136

4 ай бұрын

Nothing is the same anymore. If you had Woostock now people would die. The golden years are gone. The situation we are in requires different art applications !

I heard an interview with Roger Daltrey (The Who). He said Plant told him he just can’t sing at that volume and hit those high notes anymore. Roger said he understood exactly what he was talking about. That’s why with Krauss, Robert sings Zeppelin songs but “reworked.”

He still has a good solid career, and has a new group of fans. We all have the albums, live performances, music videos, and movie to give us what we need. Nothing wrong with putting the past behind you and moving forward.

He lost his son when with Zep, his best friend talked him into staying with it, and then also tragically died. If you look and listen, you can see that the grief overwhelms him. This is why he always looks forwards and never back. I don't blame him, and I hope he finds peace and comfort for the loss he has suffered.

You are loved Robert. Thank you for sharing your gift , your hopes and dreams with us. Take care.

Led Zeppelin 1969 - 1980. They came, they played and conquered. That's why they're a National Treasure not a cabaret act. They are the rule book of how to do it!

@jt1929

Жыл бұрын

I love them but watching a band member self destruct before their very eyes will most likely haunt all of them forever.

@allencollins6031

Жыл бұрын

@@jt1929 yes there was no getting over bonham.

@erichramone7812

Жыл бұрын

What about the Stones?

He doesn't have the voice he had in his 20's, and he's got the integrity to not sell that legacy and deliver a poor performance. Great guy. He makes music for his more mature voice, and that's exactly what he should be doing.

I'm was a huge Zeppelin fan, and I still enjoy their music when I hear it. I'm also a huge Robert Plant fan, and I would go to see him perform live anytime, anywhere. Music is a living, breathing entity; it has to move and evolve. Robert Plant is simply aware of that. Respect.

I respect Robert. It was a magical experience. Let it be.

He’s old and have less time in this world than he used to, maybe he just wanted to spend those remaining years doing those things that brings him joy and meaning

@ginnydominguez5493

Жыл бұрын

Yes like his family. He knows how great he is. Dosen't need to please anyone anymore just himself

Legendary and fantastically insightful. An innovator and a realist. Love that for him ♡

I watched Plant play at Glastonbury this year with Alison Kraus. It was brilliant. And also a totally appropriate and dignified performance for an artist in their 70s . Coverdale, Tyler, Stanley, et al……should all take note !

Plant is making relevant music that is closer in line with what he's always loved right now. He was always a rockabilly and folk guy and he makes records that reflect that. There's no need for a cash grab when you're happy and loaded.

@RumbleFish69

Жыл бұрын

Respectfully, I believe that the comments that talk about where he is today, musically, just don't make it for me. No one is saying he should stop doing any of that. In fact, I love his current music myself. It just feels as if he is divorcing himself from the fans who there for him and the band all those years ago. When a decision like that is made, that is the message that is being sent.

When he does any Zep tunes now, it's like he peeling back layers of time, and revealing things that influenced the song itself or fed into the arrangement as we know it. Zeppelin was often a modernized, turbocharged blues combo. When he does those songs today, they can seem ancient. Not dated. Closer to their pre-zep source, and a revelation. The bands he's recorded and toured with since Raising Sand have been excellent partners in that process.

Can't blame him: Plant accepts and lives in the moment artistically of stage of his life he's in; always has. He's always been too wise to try to make things in his 20s/30s that are best appreciated for the time it happened. He's always been a music journeyman.

Robert Plant doing it the right way.. leaving on top and leaving everyone wanting more. That’s much better than hanging around past your shelf date.. also Zeppelin vocals are hard to pull off - even for younger singers.. More bands should follow his lead, then again, I’m sure many bands/ musicians don’t have that luxury.

I hate that he's right. Robert is truly an artist first; he keeps moving forward 🎶

God bless Robert Plant for not looking backward. He also realizes that, his 75 year old voice simply cannot hold up singing those Zeppelin songs night in and night out. Another artist who has taken the same tac is Ritchie Blackmore, who has been quietly content to make the Renaissance music that he loves, with his wife Candace Night, instead of cashing in with Deep Purple or Rainbow reunions. Such respect for their choice to leave the past behind.

The music he’s making right now is fabulous. I don’t blame him at all for not wanting to redo Zeppelin and it makes me respect him even more so.

Robert Plant is actually just being honest. We can only respect him for his decision. period.

It’s cool, they had 3 reunions. Seriously if they got back together you know plenty of people would bash them for it for some reason or another. It’s great that he does what he wants.

I wish more old timers felt like Plant does, from the Rolling Stones in stadiums, on down to the Nuge, and whatever hair band from the 80's that's opening for him, at whatever county fair they're playing this week.

"Well there`s a light in your eyes that keeps shinin` like a star that can`t wait for the night..."

There could Never be a Led Zeppelin Reunion. Led Zeppelin was 4 People and 1 of those 4 is no longer with us. I Love that Robert Plant has continued to move forward. He's not afraid to try something New BTW Happy Birthday Robert Plant.🎂 Still Making it New, Still Absolutely Gorgeous. ✌️💞🎶🙏

I don't think it's sad. I think it just reflects how life is for someone who doesn't want to be stagnant and trying to hold onto to a moment that is impossible really. Led Zeppelin was just a chapter in the story of his life and to get stuck in one chapter of the past doesn't make much sense. I think it would be hard way to stay inspired and creative to constantly beat a dead horse

I would give my life to see Led Zeppelin perform live in person as that would be the ultimate experience for me. Truly the greatest band of all time and such a huge inspiration to many over the years.

Robert Plant, and the remaining Beatles seem to be the only people in the music business with integrity. I know Jimmy Page and JPJ wanted to do a full scale reunion tour. They were rumored to have been auditioning singers

My fave all time band, I still play their albums regularly. RP has every right to his choices. He has been working with his amazing talent throughout the years, producing new art all the way. I greatly respect him. Of course I, like millions more would have loved the chance to see them live. The 2007 gig was outstanding! They sounded as good as ever. I watch that concert often. Not many of we ordinary folk could afford to go anyway 🤔 even the chance to get a ticket would be difficult🤔🙄😊 all the guys from led Zeppelin have been working on their own thing! They are all master musicians 😃 but still, there is no hard feelings for RP To do his own thing, he is still great in everything he does. Cheers to all of them and thanks for the memories🌹 I can't imagine the world without their incredible music. Love it!!!🌏🪐🍀🌕🙏👣🦋🌻🌸🌹🇦🇺🦉🏡🌴❤️❤️❤️

@ginnydominguez5493

Жыл бұрын

Me too! Still play there music all the time. 50 yes listening

@mikethebike7372

Жыл бұрын

The '07 one off show in honor of Ahmet Ertegun who had passed away , the promotor who discovered just about everyone , The Zep , The Stones , Aretha Franklin , etc .had 2 million ticket requests so they decided to have a raffle. The day after the show , the ticket stubs were going on e-Bay for 10 grand. They practiced for 6 weeks or more for it and were as always just great.

@jayannakelley9051

Жыл бұрын

@@mikethebike7372 - Actually it was only about 6 weeks. That’s according to all 3 remaining members.

@jayannakelley9051

Жыл бұрын

@@mikethebike7372 - I’m just going by interviews I’ve heard from Jimmy, Robert & John Paul… I just was finally old enough to see them live when the devastating news of Bonzo came out. Sigh.. I just love Led Zeppelin ❣️

@mikethebike7372

Жыл бұрын

@@jayannakelley9051 O.K. you are right then , I never heard that interview and somebody got what they said mixed up. There is a utube of a practice concert before the actual one that's pretty good with Robert saving his voice. We saw them twice in the 70's , best damn live R&R band ever.

There’s a deeper reason I suspect… which I completely understand having lost a son of my own. Leave Mr. Plant alone in peace… his life has been painful enough. He owes you nothing. God Bless

Robert is being true to what makes him comfortable. He likes to sing Led Zeppelin songs on his sets but nothing like the power to play them with Led Zeppelin . Fans should stop looking for a reunion and enjoy the fact he and Jimmy and John Paul are still with us to enjoy their lives. And thanks for the music they created together and that we still enjoy .. ✌️❤️

Usually best to remember things when they were at their best. I can't do most things as great in my 70's than I could in my 30's.

I have been obsessed with Led Zeppelin from day one! But I completely understand and relate to what Robert Plant is saying and I agree. I am so happy that he is doing what he's doing and following his path and his journey and his passion. That is how it should be. 🥰❤

@LoneLee2022

Жыл бұрын

Plant has room to grow................

As much as I'd love to see them together again, I understand what he's saying, you can't grow if you stay in the past.

@LoneLee2022

Жыл бұрын

Plant has room to grow................................

@markusaurelius777

Жыл бұрын

@@LoneLee2022 ...And it always grows!

@LoneLee2022

Жыл бұрын

@@markusaurelius777 Good one!

I saw Plant & Page every show they did in the 90s in Detroit. Every time they announced shows I bought tickets. Even buying my dad a ticket. I would love to see them again. But I've I was Robert Plant I wouldn't want to be playing songs I wrote when I was 25. I would have grown so much as an artist by then.

I completely understand where Robert is at. It makes perfect sense really. Artists need to know when and clearly Robert does.

I just saw him. OMG so great that he’s actually continuing the Zep legacy by breaking new ground and making great music at his age and station. He could easily buy an island and sip pina colada, but he’s not. He’s actually making great music and moving forward and making great new memories for legions of fans.

I think the man has certainly earned the right to do what makes home feel good. I thank him for his contribution to the world of art and look forward to what he does next.

@loungydoc

Жыл бұрын

No bro he must sing the led out again !! Haha yeah let him be

I remember an interview where he talked about how it was a painful time: his 5yr old son died, they lost their band mate, rampant drug use. Plus I get not wanting to be “stuck in the past”.

They went out on top in 2007. Best to keep it that way.

"If Led Zeppelin announced a concert, would you go see it?" is possibly the least required question ever. There would be riots. I would travel overseas for it. But I totally respect Robert Plant's integrity on the matter.

I totally agree with Robert Plant on this. It would sully the magic.

If remotely in my area I would definitely go see them. My own personal wish would be to see them reunite in the studio and release an album or two, even if it wasn't supported with live shows.

Robert & Bonzo were so close too. My guess is that impacts his feelings about it. Still, Led Zeppelins music is still so timeless and awesome it will go on and on and on. There's noone that can get that kind of sound anymore.

The man has made grammy winning music since the last Zepp reunion in 2007. Us fans have the amazing recording and film of that event. He has more than justified his reasons and wish to keep doing what he’s doing. Ive been a huge Zeppelin fan all my life and am happy with thir legacy. Good for you Robert, you must be bored stiff of being asked to reunite.

I saw him live in Oklahoma a few years ago. He’s an amazing performer. I’m going to see Jason Bonhams Led Zeppelin experience in Oct. I’ve seen him 2x already. He puts on a great show. It’s as close to a Led Zeppelin concert I’ll get to see. Regardless of Robert playing with Led Zeppelin again, the music lives on.

I'm a cuban man 50 now I remember the day I saw led zeppelin in tv..I'm a teenager at that time and my father say to me l..ook the tv look that band..and I'm falling in love with Led zeppelin and rock music until today ..the they are playing was whole Lotta love...black and white tv..in my country Cuba..forgive my little English please thanks

A human is born, grows, matures and gets old gracefully. He doesn’t stop living because he’s old. He just does things to the best of his abilities while trying to be productive. This is the same with a band. I don’t expect to in their 70s to perform like their in their 20s. Anyone who expects that is a fool. Still I don’t mind going to see my favourite bands who are well passed their prime. I just think of it as a night out with musicians I grew up with and admired.

I think the 2007 performance at the O2 arena in London with Jason Bonham on drums said everything that needs to be said! Enjoy the dvd/cd set because it’s spectacular and obviously Plant knew that! WELL DONE TO THE CELEBRATION DAY OF DECEMBER 2007!

Zeppelin have always protected their brand and image. Let's just appreciate what they brought us and move on. Robert is still making inspired music.

@LoneLee2022

Жыл бұрын

His solo stuff is just incredible.

It was a magical time and place, with four of the most talented musicians coming together in that place to create something timeless. I applaud Robert Plant for what he has done post-Led Zeppelin. Would be amazing to see Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones create new work of their own, maybe even together. They are both unequaled talents, and so I think a lot of us miss them too!

He is so articulate and thoughtful. I totally agree.

As a RUSH fanatic, I can gladly say that the way they did it was the best. They knew things were coming to an end. Their fans knew it was coming to an end. They did one farewell tour , while all three of them were still at the top of their game. The fans gave all their love to them. And, then Neil passed away. That was it. All Rush fans knew there was no replacing anyone in that band. And we're fine with that, we don't want Rush without one of them. I don't want to see the three remaining guys in LZ trying to create the magic that just isn't there anymore.

@SeptemberChild1835

9 ай бұрын

No comparing the two bands. Zep was way better than Rush.

@jasonlacroix6083

9 ай бұрын

@@SeptemberChild1835 I didn't compare them. Just stated that once the band is done, leave it done. Both bands were great. A great thing about LZ is they left us a treasure trove of live bootleg recordings. Which is rare from bands in that time period.

@user-fu2mi1nd5l

3 ай бұрын

Peart lyrics better than Plant@@SeptemberChild1835

I think that we have to remember that after so many years we hold a memory of how these guys used to be and sound etc. The ability to reach some of those vocal ranges can diminish, the instrumental techniques can decline, it's most unlikely to sound the same as the memories etc and just maybe better to leave the memories intact rather than compromise them today!!!

Let it go (the hope of a reunion). We and they are well past the time to ramble on. Play the recordings/videos and make the best of memories.

Agree with Plant. Although there are bands like KISS or ACDC who keep on giving almost the same experience to the audience, is something that doesn't happen in most bands. 2007 reunion, although fantastic, wasn't the same experience they had in the 70s. It worked more like a Led Zeppelin tribute to Led Zeppelin legacy, but that's it, and it really showed that Led Zep is something that should rest in memory and records

I respect his integrity in this. Too many bands don't know when to call it quits when their time is long past.

@nealm6764

Жыл бұрын

The Genesis Phil Collins attempt at the money grab was just sad, and borderline elder abuse.

@user-ws6rt2vm2k

8 ай бұрын

I agree. Like the poor old Rolling Bones!😖

@Thomasmemoryscentral

8 ай бұрын

​@@nealm6764you mean their final 2022 show where Phil wheezed out one last performance of Land Of Confusion to start their send off show? A rather sad sight plus they had to lower the keys to suit his degrading voice and just holding up the microphone appeared hard for Collins

@nealm6764

8 ай бұрын

@@Thomasmemoryscentral They had a whole tour planned and were trying to go ahead with it, with Phil in some gizmo motorized high chair, and him just warbling sounds. Very pitiful. I know people will say as long as people buy tickets, but have some respect for your art at least.

I saw Page & Plant live in the 90's. It was great but Plant had to strain even then on some songs. They played a lot of their better acoustic songs and "non-hits" with a small orchestra in the second set and no "Stairway" for example, which was just fine with me because I usually skip those tracks anyway.

@MJEvermore853

Жыл бұрын

I saw them in '95 too, in Minneapolis. Jimmy was on fire, but Robert's voice was tough to listen to.

Hell yea! I would love to see them even if they played at a coffee house for one song. I grew up in the seventies and eighties, but I have never seen them live so I would take anything even just an opportunity to just thank them personally for their work even if they didn’t play live.

I respect Robert Plant for rambling on. Its about the energy. I trust he has his artistic instincts in place. That is what brought in fans in the first place.

You have to keep challenging yourself to grow. In art and life. Plant is one of the few R&R stars who's gotten a viable second act. And he's worked to get there. His duets with Allison Kraus are magic. They have CHEMISTRY! The kind you can't buy. Kudos for not resting on (or revisiting) your laurels. Keep on rockin' dude.

I think Robert is displaying considerable integrity. The shows he does now, on occasions , are nothing like a Led Zeppelin show. But it keeps him involved. Look at the footage from those 2007 shows. Robert handled his age & vocal duty quite well, but damn, the thing that struck me, was how hard physically it was for Jimmy Page. Jimmy started off the shows looking great but as you see videos of songs much later in the gigs (I think they did a few shows in London?), his coat & vest is off, his shirt is soaked and he's puffing big time. I think those close to Jimmy would caution him against trying that again.

@MrChopsticktech

Жыл бұрын

I sweat a lot myself. I have hyperhydrosis, and if l have tp wear a suit jacket l take it off as soon as l can, and haven't worn any winter coats or hats in years.

@davidburns6681

Жыл бұрын

I was at Knebworth both weeks right at the front, and boy was he sweating

@paulwelch1992

Жыл бұрын

@@davidburns6681 Jimmy wasn't in good shape at Knebworth he was doing too much heroin at the time, he later put on a lot of weight but thankfully in recent years he looks really well so he's obviousy looking after himself.

@MJEvermore853

Жыл бұрын

@@MrChopsticktech...yep, Page has the same condition that you do, and has had it for a very long time.

Why did they play 1 concert in London circa 2007? Was it spontaneous,commemoration of a special time,or something else?

So what does page say never hear any comments from him.

You definitely have to commend him for this. There are so many bands who go back in on the road who have no business being there and end up leaving fans with distorted memories of what once was. Mötley Crüe and Bon Jovi come to mind. where the singers cant do what they used to vocally and it ends up not only ripping off the fans, because they charge such exorbitant amounts of money to see them again.… But, it ends up destroying the legacy by showing cracks in the foundation. Perceived perfection replaced with the current woes due to age and being out of shape and practice. Nobody wants to hear the hits they remember 2 to 4 steps down in key. they want to hear them, as they were on the album. something that can only be accomplished with a singer who has kept their voice in tiptop shape and even then it’s not a given. As very few singers, especially those who have that extended range, actually do. So God bless Robert Plant for making that conscious decision and leaving fans with the memory intact, instead of warped.

@trfatman

Жыл бұрын

Jon Bon Jovi said the key change in "Living On A Prayer" was not clearly thought out. "My young self thought, 'yeah, I can hit that A', not thinking that I would have to sing that 30 years later." One caveat to this was Ronnie James Dio. Listen to the original recording of Black Sabbath's "Children of The Sea" and then listen to one of Dio's last performances of the song in his group Heaven and Hell. The lower key in the latter performance in my opinion makes the song even darker and distopian.

@MakeLifeExtraordinary

Жыл бұрын

@@trfatman exactly. The song is hard enough to sing in the actual key, not to mention taking it up even higher towards the end when your vocals are already being maxed out. LoL. just insane how they thought they were going to pull that off on a nightly basis on a worldwide tour for more than a few years. which is why you hear them do many other higher songs down a few keys. Not only them, but many bands. Especially if you want any longevity.

His albums with Alison Kraus were superb 👏

@rossmusic25

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely and the both of them absolutely can sing live. I was at the Chicago date this year

@BidensTaint

Жыл бұрын

@@rossmusic25 Think, if the man was tied up in Zep reunions, we probably wouldn't have those 2 albums or those shows with her 🤔

@rossmusic25

Жыл бұрын

@@BidensTaint Right and I really like the two of them working together

@vladimirmihajlovic2485

Жыл бұрын

Yes, and his last few solo records are all amazing

@charlesbronson4282

Жыл бұрын

We might have had 2 Zep reunion albums instead. But he took the hillbilly route

There’s nobody alive that could hold a voice like that for 50 years. His voice was incredible, his tones still are but there’s no human in history that could sustain that power for him her 54 years

@theboat2328

Жыл бұрын

One of the great voices still

@markhill9275

Жыл бұрын

Go listen to Dame Shirley Bassey, still belting magnificently in her mid 80s!

@markhill9275

Жыл бұрын

Judith Durham did, her voice still the absolute greatest ever till she died last year!

@SeptemberChild1835

9 ай бұрын

Nonsense! Mick is still going! Stop the excuses!

Integrity? Honesty? Introspective? Complete.

I’m happy I won’t be disappointed with $800+ tickets.

@enriquepastor3626

Жыл бұрын

Yeah haha

I have a lot of respect for Robert Plant. I think trying to recreate the magic that ended when he was 32 years old as a now 74 year old would be impossible. I also think he misses John Bonham greatly, both as a friend and a drummer; I'm sure he loves Jason, but John was one of his best friends and I'm sure it just wouldn't be the same. But if tickets when on sale tomorrow would I attempt to buy a couple? Absolutely.

@KS-lw9jd

Жыл бұрын

I think the loss of John Bonham is a huge factor in his decisions ..especially in the 80’s or 90’s. Irreplaceable

@garyblanchard1084

Жыл бұрын

John Henry Bonham is irreplaceable. He could have had two sons and neither would be equal or superior to him.

Robert Plant, you should do like : Ooh Baby baby or so many others n not give up on the oldies...❤❤❤ Christy Horn

I held out with genuine hope it would happen up until about 5 or 6 years after the last reunion in 2007 (so about 10 years ago) It’s quite sad as the rest of the band with Johns son Jason on Drums all wanted it and tried to make it happen (even auditioning other singers, Myles Kennedy & Steven Tyler) trying to get Plant on board but In the end he doesn’t want to do it. Such a shame. I think he could have done it justice up until a few years ago but the time has passed now. Very sad

Planty probably has the most integrity of any musician I know. He has turned down massive offers, that other bands would sell their souls for, just to keep respect for his old band and for the memory of Bonzo. He isn’t interested in being a jukebox turning out the hits night after night. We will not see his kind again. Rock on 🤟🏽

You can't blame Robert! He gave us his soul in music! And now the time is over..... Celebration day was his greatest performance.

I saw Led Zepplin before Bonzo died. I saw Page/Plant 4 times and I have seen Plant 10 times. If he's not into it I guess that's the way it going to be and the way it's going to stay.

I saw them live in 1969 ("Whole Lotta Love was high on the charts). In 1970 ("Immigrant Song" was their new single and again in 1971 where they introduced "Stairway to Heaven" as their brand new single. They had never performed it live (we were the first audience)! Wonderful memories, I don't need to see them in concert again.

@MJEvermore853

Жыл бұрын

Belfast, 1971? Got it on a bootleg. Damn, what a show. 🔥🔥🔥

The last thing I want to see the mighty Led Zeppelin go onstage in 2022 and crash and burn. Gotta get real people. They have never been the same since 9/25/80. They are my favorite band but time and mother nature wait for no one.