Led Zeppelin, Since I’ve Been Loving You - A Classical Musician’s First Listen and Reaction
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What a great blend of instruments and voice! It’s hard to decide whether to compliment the drums, guitar, voice, or other instruments more! Altogether it’s a wonderfully impactful piece of music.
Here’s the link to the original song by Led Zeppelin:
• Led Zeppelin - Since I...
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One of the few good things about being in my seventies is that I had the privilege of seeing Led Zeppelin live in 1972. The best £1 (yes, really!) I ever spent.
Saw them in '73 🙂
When they toured Fourth Album? Opened with "Immigrant Song", closed with "Stairway"? Saw it. Even better than paying one pound, snuck in.
Lucky bastard, i was born in 1997, so i only got to enjoy the studio albums
Lucky! I was born too late. Same year the band was born. I never got to see them live. I’ve seen Robert Plant a couple of times. Amazing vocalist. I’m still hoping to see Jonesy and Page at some point.
Saw them twice at The Marquée in Wardour Street, the first time before they went to America. I have the photos, red eye and all!
Amy is starting to see why John Bonham is considered one of rock's greatest drummers. And like Jimmy Page's guitar it is all about the soul and feel of the music rather than technical precision. I'm glad Amy recognizes this distinction. It bugs me when some fans of highly technical guitar players, who play lightning fast with mathematical precision to a click track, criticize Page for being sloppy. He plays with soul, which like Plant and the other members, ebbs and flows with what they are feeling in the moment. Many guitarists can learn to play his guitar parts, but getting the tone and feel takes skill. Most importantly, it took a true artistic genius to come up with them and the overall composition in the first place.
@@markc1579 Thanks Mark
Spot on, Lee…as usual. Love your thoughtful Comments!
@@helenespaulding7562 Thanks Helene. You are very kind .
Exactly! Well said.
I have always been a Zep fan, but in my older age I have come to appreciate the musicianship of Page, Bonham as well as Jones. Page can be a little sloppy if you are obsessed by click track, but his feel, tone and composition far outweigh this. I am a huge fan. Of course, Plant is the great voice.
Led Zeppedin. The greatest band in the rock history.
Not even close
@@letsgomets002 Go on, who's better?
And that was up against very stiff opposition back in the day!
quite easily.
No way
John Paul Jones is Zeppelin's Swiss army knife. His contribution throughout this is so seamless yet perfect in note selections and where they're placed. I 2nd you watching this live from MSG in 1973 as well!
i was commenting the same , he is just balance . 🔥
...and the amazing work he does with the bass pedals on the organ, so he could replicate it live...just mind-blowing.
And Amy will appreciate his work in transcribing the scores for their songs, especially “Kashmir”, which she has already reacted to.
JPJ fails to switch to the organ in the '73 version.
The ..." Swiss Army " knife comment is stellar for JPJ.
Absolutely.
You definitely need to see the live version. If you love the delivery and expression, it is an epic performance
I was thinking the same, its another level above the studio version
THIS 100%
Totally agree Robert in his finest voice. It just brings chills.
Yep. The live version of this is one of the few where the performance matches or exceeds the original studio version.
disagree. The studio is better.
Wow! As a drummer, I never thought I would cross a classical musician who would understand and apriciate the drumming in a rock song. Again, you sensitise me with your analysis. Thank you, and thanks to Led Zeppelin.
Please play That's The Way it's on Zeppelin 3
The drums on this are almost supernatural...So behind the beat and never missing a beat. Incredible
Ain't no denying!! But then again, you're talking about the beyond great, John Henry Bonham.
I don't recall whether that concept (behind the beat) was part of Amy's drum lesson. I'm not sure it's a common concept in classical music (part of rubato, perhaps?) But could be worth explaining to her (and others) just in case. (I'm not sure I'm up to the task.) You are referring to the slight offsetting that increases tension and expectation in the listeners, yes?
@@mikes9305 behind the beat playing is definitely a thing in professional orchestras but it's not really the same thing as generally it's the whole orchestra is behind the beat of the conductor but in time with each other (well, as in time as classical musicians ever are...)
When remastering these LPs for the original box set, JP spoke about removing the "squeak" in the foot-pedal on the kick drum, but he thought better of it...
That's the greatest feature of JB for me. He swings almost everything. The space and pull it creates is so magical.
The solo by Page is just epic and one of his best in a career defined by great performances.
You know it's Zeppelin when you hear them even though no two songs sound the same.
~ "Tea For One" sounds like "Since I've Been Loving You."
@@5jerry1 I disagree. They are both minor Blues songs, they are quite different from each other. Especially the intro to Tea For One.
Not only that, but I know of no other band that was able to successfully imitate their style.
@@mikes9305 Because they were so eclectic. They were able to put their spin on many different genres. Their passion for the music they loved and respected made them fearless. I say fearless, but not reckless.
Yes @@nellgwenn. I do like the mixup Joe Bonamassa does of the two songs since they are both in the same key.
You’ve started to develop what we rock fans call “Stank Face”….the acknowledgment of undeniable greatness through facial expressions in the moment. So happy to see ( and not at all surprised) that it’s Zeppelin that has brought it out. 😊
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Pensé exactamente lo mismo ,nunca la había visto gesticular asi . Le doy dos canciones más y sale con una t shirt de LED ZEPPELIN
Ha!😆. It's so true. I noticed that too.
Give it a year or two and she'll be head banging to Pantera🤣🤣🤣
I love watching her, it's mesmerizing . Her voice is so calming.
John Paul Jones playing those delightful organ parts, all while playing the bass parts with his feet, never ceases to amaze me!
jimmy and robert often had conversations, jimmy played guitar like it was a voice and robert used his voice like an instrument. they did call and response ALOT. the whole band improvised MASSIVELY both live and in the studio
Jimmy Page really shines in this one! One of my top 5 Led Zeppelin songs
Led Zeppelin can launch you into the stratosphere only to gently catch and cradle you in their arms all in one song.
I think "The Rain Song" should be your next Led Zeppelin reaction. Many say that Stairway to Heaven was their crowning achievement but I disagree. "The Rain Song" has always been my favorite.
My thoughts exactly. As much as I like Stairway, it’s not The Rain Song
The build in The Rain Song makes it one of my favourites of theirs and I prefer it to Stairway.
It’s been so enlightening for me to see how you have grown an appreciation for rock music. You’re a wonderful teacher Amy.
Agreed! It has been an extraordinary journey watching Amy go from not having any exposure to rock, to someone who now teaches some of us old time music lovers and musicians a thing or two about what makes our music great. It brings another level of appreciation to the music. And now she is taking us into deep dives into guitar solos.😉
@@LeeKennison it defies description for me. I love it.
Exactly, Amy also comes with a different point of view than most of us. She can not only recognize the quality of the music, like we did, but can define it to us with words and concepts that make it understandable. This makes her a great teacher. This ability is not possible or easy to many of us who are untrained as musicians.
@@steveullrich7737 Well said Steve.
This is 100% blues...copied from the black man😢😢😢
This really could have been multiple episodes. The first 8 notes were much deeper than I imagined. I knew I liked it. She makes the song almost sacred.
In my opinion the first few notes are probably the greatest intro to a blues song in rock history! It is iconic and sets the tone for the whole journey.
Reading all these comments and watching this video brings back my faith in humanity. Thank you everyone, it means a lot. I need this.
The guitar solo is absolutely unbelievable. It’s perfect.
Something to think about: with amplified instruments it's not only about the notes played. There's a whole new vista of what timbre and tone the musician chooses to use -or to create from scratch! Rock pioneered and excelled in that field, one rich in nuances, groundbreaking risks, artistic expression. How to distort the natural sound produced by an instrument or a voice, for what reason, to what extent, was a whole new game for musicians. In this game, technical prowess, virtuosity and musicality lies in places not found on sheet music transcripts and cannot be shown on paper. There are whole documentaries about specific pedal effects, how they were used, and their influence on music!
It's called sound design in the EDM world, and is something contemporary music does better than classical/traditional music.
The EDM world has taken it to new places. I heard a classical conductor call it texture, which I think sums it up nicely. You feel it.
@@therabbits168 I'd call sound design all that extra layering and texturing that goes even beyond the main choices concerning the instruments used. But you're right overall. There's this whole world of artistic magic that can be appreciated, one that was absent in older forms of music.
@@noother964 Look for Mr Bill - Phantasmogoria. A masterpiece of sound design and production.
that may be true but the problem with edm is they don't really understand music that well. What i mean is, at one point in this vid she noticed how he repeats a riff with a slight rhythmic variation. This is such a standard and important aspect of music. edm pretty much doesn't have the same nuanced understanding of music and to me it makes it kind of dull. it's more centered on the grid repetition because you're meant to dance to it so it requires a lot more expectation. the variations in edm is more transitional around sections. but even this variation is expected and is called 'the drop' after a build up or whatever @@therabbits168
Timbre and tone is something that stands out about Page’s guitar later in the song…almost like the tone is moaning the pain of Plant’s lyrics and passion that is being expressed.
Fantastic reaction to a track that I've loved for Decades!
This Lady is absolutely amazing!
Bless her, she's tripping without the Acid that I used to have back in the Day!!!
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Amy!! Watching you respond to the incredible artistry and emotion of Led Zeppelin, seeing your facial expressions as you (very nearly) get completely lost in the music, was just priceless. What a joy it has been following you on your journey this weekend. Thank you!
I cant thank enough, these videos are priceless.
Amy's face, especially at the end, really told the story, didn't it? 😊
Particularly the absolute joy in her face listening at 36:00 to about 36:38. That's the same look I get when I listen to this tune.
You can tell that this is one of those performances for the recording that the whole band was in the zone and having a real live raw performance that you may not hear a band ever do again with the way bands are recorded anymore
To be fair, it would have been recorded separately and multiple versions and then Page pasted together the best of each and in sections as well. He was at the leading edge of mixing and studio work.
I was kind of hoping for Ramble On, but the blues played like this will be a whole new experience for her!
... and I had hoped for No Quarter but there us hardly a bad Led Zeppelin piece
Really good choice! One of Plants best vocal performances IMO 👍
This is my favorite Led Zeppelin song of all time.
I cannot tell you how happy it makes me to see you appreciating so much my favorite classic band! It just makes me grin from ear to ear! 😁. And you really GET Zeppelin, Amy! You are articulating exactly what the members of the band have always said; the importance of dynamics; leaving space for the music to breathe; the interplay of voice and guitar; the use of the voice as another instrument; the cohesiveness of the four musicians and how they play off of each other….the matching of the drums and the guitar; the emotive power of all four members with their instruments; the importance of Bonham to the group: All these things made Zeppelin what they were. It thrills me to see you come to that realization completely on your own.
She's gonna be a HUGE Led Head,,,,,,💥💥💥👍🤪
@@LordEagleI’m hoping!!!😁
Glad you noticed how the band really gives Plant space to perform, and responds based on his performance. This really becomes apparent in the live performances where Plant improvises in the moment and the band locks in accordingly. He might decide to pause in the moment, which would throw any musician that was trying to play to a click track off (which most musicians these days do). I'm sure for you it would be like the orchestra watching the conductor. The "Led Zeppelin - Since I've Been Loving You (Live at Madison Square Garden 1973) [Official Video]" performance is great at illustrating this, since Plant is at his improvisational best here.
Plant only improvised so much on that and other later live performances of the song because he couldn’t sing any of the big powerful high notes any more. So he needed to do more things to captivate the audience.
John Bonham is far and away my favorite rock drummer, the expression he gets from his playing amazes me even after listening for almost 50 years. Keith Moon is a close second.
Hell yeah ❤
I always feel the expression of pain and despair in Plant's voice at 11:54 so strongly - he's painted this sad vocal picture so clearly. Such great art.
Your impressions and elucidations on this classic Led Zeppelin song are remarkably apt and in touch with what makes their music more than the sum of their amazing parts. Wonderful, thank you!
She is amazing,,,,💥💥💥👍
Yeah, most people need to smoke a lot of pot to really understand the complexities of Led Zeppelin's music at this level.
I've never heard it explained this way before.
I think that the influences in the beginning that a lot of people take for blues are actually more developed jazz influences within a song that is built on a blues format. If you listen to the introduction once the bass pedal joins in there are influences of Gershwin and Ellington in the music. Zeppelin’s genius as a group was limitless and immeasurable. They were the progressive rock group that achieved artistic excellence without pretensions.
Wow...when I thought a song could not get any better...you come along...and it does!
Never seen someone so in love with a simple blues beginning
she is picking up on something though, that first guitar part almost doesn't fit the song, it sounds optimistic and out of key to the rest of the song because of the lack of harmony giving it any context. when the drum part hits, and then the harmony is revealed it's suddenly a crushing tonal change.That combined with how it slowly progresses to seemingly losing his mind, i can see how there is meaning to how it begins
PLEASE watch this live at MSG ‘73. Adds another dimension. Zeppelin are also a very visual band. To watch how they all play off of each other is such a treat.
this is the best link to the I most incredible version of the Led Zeppelin song, “Since I’ve Been Loving You” - this Live HD version especially. It includes some great audience reaction and also Plant belting it out up close rather than from a long distance. th-cam.com/video/1gHlbHtdVLU/w-d-xo.html
Everyone in the band had so much to contribute, without doing too much. That's what made them so good... When the song called for more, they each individually, or collectively, provided something to make that moment in the song better. When the song called for less, they would tone it down and let the song itself do the talking for them. They knew when "less is more, " but they also knew when "more is more." No one did that better, to my ears.
Well put,,,,💥💥💥👍
There is a live version of this from 1973 at Madison Square Gardens that will knock your socks AND shoes off. It is simply, perfection.
this is the best link to the I most incredible version of the Led Zeppelin song, “Since I’ve Been Loving You” - this Live HD version especially. It includes some great audience reaction and also Plant belting it out up close rather than from a long distance. th-cam.com/video/1gHlbHtdVLU/w-d-xo.html
I have listened to a lot of different people break down a lot of different songs but this is the first time that I actually enjoyed the analysis more than hearing the actual song, lol. (and I do love this song)
The best breakdown of ANY song's first ten seconds EVER, lol! SO glad you shared our wonder at this creation. Your appreciation of John Bonham's drumming allows me to springboard off into saying that EACH member had, I would say, exquisite TASTE. When to go louder, softer, fuller, faster, gentler, etc. They EACH had this to uncanny degrees, and the sum effect of such intuitive brilliance is plain to hear. Really liked seeing your eyebrows especially show us you were carried off, lol!
I've enjoyed this music for many decades. It might be my favorite by Led Zeppelin. The truth is they were able to recreate this emotion and feeling in many of their songs across many variations and styles of music. It's remarkable now that I think about it. As always I've enjoyed your experience of hearing it for the first time and now I have a better understanding of what I have loved listening to for many years.
It's fascinating that in ONE listen Amy can pick up more than I have in hundreds of listens over 30 years. I'll never hear this song again in the same way. What an incredible explanation of this powerful song.
I was thinking the same thing. I got turned on to Zep in high school (38 years ago - yikes). Listened to LZ IV with a friend and was hooked. Purchased all of the cassettes and started listening from the beginning. From the time I heard the 1st 5 notes of this song it became (and still is) my favorite. After all this time I am now hearing some things a little different after this analysis. Never would have thunk it :-)
You must do "No Quarter" its truly a remarkable peace of art
Yes, the live TSRTS No Quarter version is truly amazing as they improvise.
Jimmy Page is my favourite guitarist. He puts so much feel into what he plays on this track. One of my top performances by him.
Passionate people really understand each other... i got shivers down my spine
Such a masterpiece. Thank you for your insight in that song. This is my favorite music of all time.
YES! Several episodes on this song would be AWESOME!
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That was probably the best analysis of this song that I've watched. Yes, if Zeppelin has four great songs then they must have more, and they sure do.
jimmy did this improv solo 1st go in 1 take! he just plugged his guitar into an amp hed never seen, didnt touch ANYTHING and did THIS!! the engineer who recorded it still rates it as the best solo he ever heard in his life
"The drums were just so perfect for that moment..." Ah yes, that's the incredible John Henry Bonham; that's just what he does, every time. The world lost such a light in 1980, RIP.
You can focus on any member of this band be impressed. This band was crazy good, and is why they remain big to this day.
Fantastic reactions. As a huge Led Zeppelin fan, I would recommend The Song Remains the Same and The Rain Song back to back. In The Light, In My Time of Dying, Achilles Last Stand, or No Quarter are other excellent choices. Keep Led Zep coming.😊
*just do them ALL,,,,🤪
Incredible songs, all of them. I'd only add "Ten Years Gone" to this elite list
TSRTS and Rain Song-especially RS-probably my favourite Led Zeppelin moments.
So Awesome! I was one of your first subscribers, and I've been waiting a long time to witness your analysis of this masterpiece by Led Zeppelin. I am so glad that you finally had the opportunity to do it.
Peace
It is SOOOO wonderful to hear your reactions for the first time to this band: each a virtuoso in their specific trade, but they also fully connect and appreciate how their work together generates "lighning in a bottle". The Led Zeppelin "sound" could not be recreated with just a collection of great individuals. Were they telepathic? You decide.
I would really suggest The Rain Song as your next Led Zeppelin song ( possibly live version) 😊
Nope wimpy and not great at all...one of their big duds
The Rain Song is kind of the next step from this song and also features some of John Paul Jones' string arrangements.
Ten Years Gone would another fine choice (I figured today's songs was one of these two).
@@DENVEROUTDOORMAN Each to his own of course, and more power to you, but i disagree so strongly with that that i decided to reply and say so...
I love the live version too, but I think she might enjoy or find richer the studio version, with JPJ's amazing string arrangements and piano really available to the ear!
@@DENVEROUTDOORMANI love your use of sarcasm. I got you man.
Rain Song 🎵 💕
You just won my favorite reaction award yesterday, and now you already challenge it, with this one now taking the top spot.😉 Here you selected my recommended song from when they won the monthly poll last year, so I obviously love this song (I also love Kashmir which ultimately won, along with dozens of their other songs). Many great observations throughout on the drums, guitar, organ and vocals. Loved your breakdown of the guitar solo (including your "bendy stuff" remark 😉). A great description of Plant's vocals as "Dynamic Multidimensional Singing." Good Ren comparison on the rhythmic aspect of Plant's more spoken word parts. I'm looking forward to when you return to Zeppelin in the future (perhaps another Weekend of).
I’m hoping for a treatment like that of Queen….with perhaps 20 songs….
@@w.geoffreyspaulding6588 Yeah for sure. If I had to pick one band to get the special multi-song treatment it would be Zep, but I also love the Queen and Wall series. And Zep has an advantage over the Beatles in not having the ridiculous copyright issues. On the other hand, I think these "Special Weekends of..." are an awesome way of doing multiple songs from a band, without the pressure and expectation of the dedicated series. Just look at all the expectations in the comments, "where's the Wall?", "what happened to the Queen series?", even though Amy announced they were taking a break for these Special Weekends. The other advantage is Vlad doesn't have to try and come up with a large list of songs in advance, and can be more responsive to what people are asking for.
@@LeeKennisonall legit points. It’s just that I want mooooore Zep!
@@LeeKennisondid I tell you I went to see Jason Bonham Zep Tribute last night. It was AWESOME! 😁🤘🤘
@@helenespaulding7562 I agree, and if they did a dedicated LZ series I would probably be one of the ones in the comments saying, "what happened to the Led Zeppelin series?" if they happened to miss a weekend.😉 But ultimately, I think the Special Weekend idea allows them to cover several more influential artists in detail, while still being able to return to the popular ones (or the ones Amy is interested in) as many times as they want. So based on how much Amy and her community seem to enjoy LZ we would probably still get several weekends dedicated to them over the next year.
What a Zep weekend. Babe I'm Gonna Leave You and Since I've Been Loving You. WOW. AND, great reactions by Amy. No one plays the guitar like Page; no one drums like Bonham, and no one sings like Plant. AND, Jones is amazing. Amy you are at the VERY beginning of experiencing some of the greatest music ever performed. 4 down and about 50 or 60 to go.
Amy I have a question for you. What do you think now about never experiencing this music until you're in your 30s? Can you imagine what it would be like as a teenager going to the store and buying an album, returning home and hearing music like this?
53:45 I love when the Sensei says ¨I like this here¨ That phrase came from her heart!!!
Your closing remarks are the reason why Led Zeppelin's music has endured. It was always about the music. Solos could be simplicity itself but always ideal for that song. Often the brilliance is hidden in the arrangement, something that brings pleasure to ears of the non-musical among us without us knowing why. Which is why we enjoy your videos and those of others with true understanding. The other aspect of Led Zeppelin was their live performances. Rearranged for the three musicians and a singer and awash with improvisations that saw songs evolve far from the original studio recordings. Lot more virtuosity and dazzle on display live but necessary to keep audiences engaged for three hours. For most of those who saw the band live they would never hear that exact performance again.
What a wonderful and enjoyable experience was to hear your review. This incredible rich Led Zeppelin bluesy & lyric composition... I enjoyed every second ...the best review I have seen (by far)...THANK YOU!!
I'm glad you highlighted Bonhams precision. So nice to see see you develop your taste for rock music and really fun for me to hear you talk about the music through your classical "filter"
You can’t hurt anyone listening to Led Zeppelin
Ha! there was a time in my life that I didn't care for the blue's. I got better. I'm really glad you went with the studio version. I think it's the best.
I always liked the blues!
Im really happy you pointed out the Drums in this masterpiece besides the abviously awesome guitar solo. I play Guitar myself but for me, the "main Charakter" in this song is the Drums!.
The Drummer, John Bonham is such a Legend and invented a whole style and feel in drumming, influencing generations of musicians / drummers. He kinda truely became immortal.
I love the way you listen to the whole track first and then examine it in detail 👌👏👏
This was not just reaction/analysis it was poetic. Great!
Loved your analysis, & appreciation of the subtlety within this song's intro, including drummer John Bonham's skill & relenting/yielding to match Page's guitar softness, & emotion. As with most Blues songs there's the common theme of Pain, Frustration, etc. Robert Plant imo expressed this with his short, sudden vocal "outburst" which you were intrigued with.
Cheers! 😎👍
Led Zeppelin
“Jimmy Page
“Jimmy Page’s guitar playing truly came to life during his electrifying live performances.
He was known for his improvisational skills, captivating audiences with his technical prowess and emotional delivery. His stage presence combined with his intricate guitar work made for unforgettable experiences. The energy and intensity he brought to the stage remain
unmatched to this day. The influence and legacy of Jimmy Page cannot be overstated. His style and techniques have been emulated by countless musicians and his impact on the development of rock music is immeasurable. Even today many guitarists strive to capture the essence of his playing and incorporate his techniques into their own. Jimmy Page’s legacy as the greatest guitarist of all time rests on his unparalleled musical versatility, remarkable songwriting and arrangement skills, innovative techniques, captivating live performances and enduring influence on the world of music. His contributions to rock guitar playing have left an indelible mark on the genre, making him a true icon and inspiration for generations of musicians to come.”
Robert Plant
“In the pantheon of Rock and Roll greats one name stands tall; a beacon of raw energy, unparalleled showmanship and vocal prowess:
Robert Plant.
While debates about the greatest in any field are always fraught with subjectivity, a compelling case can be made for Plant’s ascension to this distinguished title. Here's why:
-Distinctive voice and range - From the first note Robert Plant's voice is unmistakable.
He possesses a unique tenor that can oscillate between gentle whispers and powerful roars in a matter of moments. Songs like ‘Stairway to Heaven’ and ‘Since I’ve been loving you’ demonstrate his ability to transition from delicate to explosive with ease.
His expansive range combined with his emotional delivery allows him to convey a wide spectrum of feeling front man charisma.
Part of what made Led Zeppelin such a legendary act was Plant's ability to captivate an audience. With his flowing golden locks, bare chest and magnetic stage presence, he epitomized the very essence of Rock and Roll.
All this has cemented many of Zeppelin’s tracks as staples in the annals of Rock history.
While the title of greatest is subjective, Robert Plant's contributions to Rock music are monumental. He is more than just a singer. He's an artist, a performer and a musical visionary. His voice has etched emotions into the souls of listeners for decades, and for many, myself included, he is without a doubt, the greatest Rock singer of all time.”
John Bonham
“ ‘Bonzo’, with his incredible talent and passion for drums, quickly rose to become one of the most influential drummers in history. His drumming style was characterized by its raw power, thunderous beats and extraordinary technique.
He had an uncanny ability to infuse emotion and soul into his playing, making every drum fill and rhythm a work of art. But what made Bonham's drumming truly unique was his unmatched physicality behind the kit. Bonham's drumming power was a force to be reckoned with. His hard-hitting approach to the drums, coupled with his immense strength created a sound that reverberated through stadiums and left audiences in awe.
One of the key aspects that set Bonham apart was his use of dynamics. He had an incredible control over his playing, seamlessly transitioning soft, delicate beats, and explosive earth-shattering drum fills. This dynamic range added a layer of depth and complexity to Led Zeppelin's music, creating a sonic experience like no other.
It's worth noting that Bonham's drumming power wasn't just about playing loud and fast. He had an innate sense of groove and timing, which allowed him to lock in with his bandmates, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones, forming the backbone of Led Zeppelin's sound. His ability to lay down solid rhythms while adding his unique flair was truly extraordinary.
“John's drumming on ‘Achilles last stand’ was ferocious. It was a ferocious number, I seem to remember. It's a complicated part, it takes a lot of technique to keep going and to sound fresh.”
John Paul Jones
“There's a Track on presence called ‘In your life’ and also ‘Achilles last Stand ‘ that really exemplifies how he could move like a tide within a track and create so much excitement.’ “
Robert Plant
Whether it was the pulsating rhythm of ‘Black dog’, or the infectious groove of ‘Kashmir”, his drumming added a dimension of depth and soul to every Led Zeppelin song.
Bonham's solid rhythms provided the framework upon which the band's intricate compositions could flourish. His drumming was the heartbeat of Led Zeppelin, driving the songs forward with an undeniable energy and intensity. And while maintaining this foundation he was also known for infusing his drumming with unique and innovative elements.
Bonham's ability to add his own flair and creativity to each song was truly remarkable. From his intricate drum fills to his dynamic improvisations during live performances he elevated the music to new heights. His drum solos such as the legendary ‘Moby Dick’, showcased his technical prowess and unleashed his raw power in a captivating display.
Beyond his technical skill, Bonham's drumming had a primal energy that connected directly with the emotions of the listeners. His thunderous beats and primal rhythms resonated on a visceral level, igniting a fire within the hearts of fans all around the world. It was this emotional connection that, perhaps most of all, truly set him apart as a drummer and a musician.
Tragically, John Bonham's life was cut short on September 25, 1980, but his impact on the world of drumming and music as a whole will forever be felt.
His unmatched genius, drumming power, and contribution to Led Zeppelin's legacy, cemented his place as one of the greatest drummers and musicians in Rock history.
A True legend who continues to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers alike throughout the world.”
John Paul Jones
“The first time I saw Led Zeppelin was in 1973. They came straight out and into Rock and Roll. ‘Bang, I hit you, right between the eyes!’
John Bonham was living up to his reputation as Rock's most powerful drummer, Jimmy Page was duck walking across the stage firing out these incendiary guitar lines, and Robert Plant, let's be honest, probably didn't require any amplification at all on that colossal voice. Stage left was John Paul Jones playing bass, slightly in the background almost like he didn't belong there. I started to focus, to zone in on his playing, and it dawned on me how huge his contribution was to this powerhouse of a band. At times he would be holding down the rhythm, seemingly locked into Bonham's snare and bass drums as well as mirroring perfectly Bonzo's drum fills. Then he would join Paige on those classic riffs, but there was variation.
At various times he would really attack those strings adding a percussive part to underpin Page's guitar. Then he would play these little improvised runs, but the genius here was he chose his notes, he kept it simple, clean, and he didn't interfere with what Page or Plant were doing as a more busy a bassist might have. Jones would also play just in front of the beat, pushing the music along or a hair's breath behind that beat. A bit like Keith Richards does for the Stones. Playing behind the beat gives the music swing and a kind of primal funkiness. As the concert progressed John Paul switched to keyboards eerie electric piano for ‘No quarter’ melotron, and organ for ‘Stairway to Heaven’, and a killer organ solo on ‘Thank you’, all the while playing tourist base pedals beneath those keyboards. I left the venue that night in awe of the man.”
Many experts say that John Paul Jones, as a musician, was the greatest genius of them all, and I don't mean just his bandmates. It appears to me, that the more of a musician you are, the more you appreciate his colossal talent and contribution to Rock and to music as a whole.
My friend, what are the chances of something like this to ever happen again?
Four absolute geniuses in the prime of their lives and energy, to meet each other, joining their colossal talents in an unparalleled bond and build, from scratch, a band like Led Zeppelin?
I cannot possibly put into words the amount of joy and sheer happiness these four gentlemen have brought into my life. How can one ever repay such a thing, is a question I often ask myself…
I have lived long enough to witness innumerous extremely talented musicians and bands, with impeccable technique and artistry, but Rock/Music delivered with heart and soul like Led Zeppelin I am yet to see.
As a fan, I feel grateful and blessed to have come across the “Led Zeppelin experience”.
To share it, I believe, is not only a duty but an obligation. Every human has the right to know Led Zeppelin, the Gods of Rock.
The real unsung hero here is the hypnotic bass of John Paul Jones that lets everybody else go crazy with timing (including Bonham). This is my absolute favorite Led Zeppelin song
Led Zeppelin is by far the best band of thier era!!
I absolutely adore Amy's visualizations/visual metaphors when describing what the music (as a whole or in parts) is doing. It's just so vivid and engaging.
Also, the synergy of Plant and Page in terms of influence of the voice play on the guitar and the guitar play on the voice and how they fed into each other is legendary, IMO. I think it gets even more pronounced in the live shows, and I hope Amy gets a taste of those too eventually.
Best reaction ever. I have been watching this video over and over. You did this masterpiece of a Zep song justice, and then some. Bravo!
Goid pick, Vlad. I listened with fresh ears as suggested. Always love the journeys Amy takes us on. The stop/restart review method doesn't ruin it for me.
The only down side of discovering Led Zeppelin in a rock journey is that it's all downhill from here. They were in a class of their own.
I would love to hear/view your reaction to “When The Levee Breaks”, unless you’re prohibited from doing so. Love Led Zeppelin! Ground-Breakers and Timeless Masters! What more can be said? On a personal note, I absolutely love your facial expressions during these episodes!
When the Levee Breaks is yet another great Zep blues song. Love the harmonica in it...
This 100%.
Nope not great sub par overrated teeny bopper trash
@@DENVEROUTDOORMAN I think you replied to the wrong comment
A Led Zeppelin Journey is a one of kind musical experience for sure! I went through my Zep phase as a teen in the mid 90's and am still blown away to this very day! Please have a listen to "When The Levee Breaks" at some point! you won't regret it
Amy your interpretation is spot on. The four members gel with each other and every one contributes so much and their timing to insert at the right time each and everyone of them. I would love for your reaction to The Rain Song with your classical expertise. Which I consider one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded
Thank you Amy, you validate all the years I have loved Led Zep. Welcome to the Led Zep fan club ❤❤❤
I’m glad you spent so much time focusing on the guitar playing and comparing it to the singing. In the right hands (e.g.- Jimmy Page’s), the electric guitar is an extremely emotive and expressive instrument, second only to the human voice.
Amy you are so wonderful. I cannot say how much I enjoy your reactions & interpretation. You speak so lovely and have such a calming and pleasant disposition. You’re a classy professional and I really appreciate your time listening to this music. Thank you!
I really enjoyed your reaction and breakdown of this amazing track. Hope to see more reactions to the Mighty Led Zeppelin. I would love to see your reactions to 'The Rain Song', 'When the Levee Breaks', and 'Ten Years Gone.'
Pert is #2
“Since I’ve been loving you” and the “Rain Song” are just beautifully engineered and produced. The mix in those two songs specifically are as good as it gets. The performance of the band was captured and everything can be heard and presented to the listener’s ears. Those songs will never get old for me.
This was an amazing review! One of the best Led Zeppelin songs! I have known it for more than 20 years and I still love it!
*50 years,,,,,💥💥💥🤪
The guitar on this song is like the inner turmoil to the out loud honesty that the vocal expresses. For this reason, I like the way you interpreted the vocal as the response to the guitar. Love this track so much.
You perfectly described why Bonham's drumming was so special. He just seemed to know when to leave a space, when to hold back. The opening is a perfect example of that. Being able to squeeze in umpteen technically perfect yet soulless strikes may well make someone an excellent drummer, of which there are many these days, but letting the silence speak for itself makes an *exceptional* drummer and sadly, there aren't too many of those around.
When Neil Peart began focusing on the space between strikes, he went from the most-talented technical drummer of our age to "the Professor."
I’m glad you wove visceral emotion into autopsy of this LZ song; that can’t be dismissed parsing their works or fan reception.
I really enjoyed your take on Babe, I'm Gonna Leave you yesterday, but I am sooo excited for this one! It is my top 3 favorite LZ songs!!! The sheer emotion of every single instrument, including voice, is just scrumptious! So much angst and depth of feeling!
I tried to get my band to cover this song, but our guitarist was too much of an improviser to nail the timing, and playing this song is all about impeccable timing! Good Lord, they're tight! I just love it!
There are so many more great LZ songs for you to discover! For a sound that is completely different, listen to No Quarter, evoking knights of old. And then there is The Rain Song, which is just one of the most beautiful compositions ever.
Happy listening!
I could watch this for hours. I will certainly come back to your LZ videos to ingest step by step all what you're saying. You explain it so beautifully and accurately. You definitely get Led Zeppelin and appreciate all they were. I concur that you must see the Madison Sqaure Garden 1973 live version. If you think this is expressive, prepare to be transported to space!
this guitar was given to him by jeff beck while he was in the yardbirds . jimmy is next level .
Destiny guitar.
We love the ending I think because it is unresolved... a delicately masterful end to an emotional tale
best solo ever
To me, this song is like a recounting of a scene from a play set to music. It begins with the gentle guitar as introduction to a darkened stage - almost saying "Let me give you a life sketch" but the confident drum pop tells you that this isn't a cozy, happy story, but something serious. When the organ starts, the lights begin to go up, we start to see more of the stage, the setting, a bit of detail as we perceive the figure of a man about to tell his tale of heartache. Personally, I've never gotten the impression that he's singing to me about his problem, or even to the woman who's done/doing him wrong; it's always felt like he's talking to himself and trying to figure out where it all went wrong and we are the fly on the wall, watching/listening to an intimate portrait. By the time of the guitar solo, it's like a musical reinforcement of what was verbally said. The guitar emotes the same disbelief, confusion, and frustration - you can literally hear the notes forming words as clear as day. After the solo, you hear the buildup as they pull you deeper into the emotion of the person onstage; you can imagine him acting out the feeling. To use your example, it's like the room opens up and we see him maybe kicking something or throwing something as a physical expression of the lyrics until the wail of despair and the drums sound like they're repeatedly toppling down in sympathy as the tempo slows and the person onstage crumples in an exhausted heap of brokenhearted misery and the guitar and organ gently play us out as the light slowly dims and the curtain gently drops and our duty as witness is complete. For me, a lot of Zeppelin's music is very cinematic, or grand and can be surprisingly deep for an unfamiliar listener. Their songs are very crafted, meaning a lot of thought, effort, shaping and note placement was done with definitive purpose and intent, yet they reflect moods and emotions in a very accessible way. Sometimes their music is an invitation, sometimes it is a demand, sometimes it is a seduction but, rest assured, it will always be a journey.
It’s like Jimmy is telling the girl off for his friend Robert with his guitar during the solo. Amazing show of emotion
This is the best breakdown of this epic I have heard. I have been listening to this song since I was eleven, and have had discussions with friends and family about what makes it stand out, but; you have opened my eyes to aspects or angles of the music I've never really appreciated before. I was not sure what to think of your takes when you started, but as your ear for rock music grows so do your insights, and they are very interesting. I appreciate the work that you have done to educate yourself by seeking out the opinions of others, talking to musicians, reading bios, and reading the comments. As you learn the vocabulary and the feel you are helping me to get fresh glimpses into music I've grown up with. Thank you.
I lived within this song since I got it in 1977, and don't have anything to say about it. Gonna listen to Amy this time... [Just did... and it was GREAT!] BTW - the guy works a 4 hour shift at a local convenience store and he has a right to complain? (Is he a millennial ;)
Maybe a 16-hour shift…? 😊
Love watching your reaction and take on the best of classic rock music. Led Zeppelin was my first concert. Seen them several times and still the best ever.
Great choice! Hoping for The Lemon Song and The Rain Song, next. Thank you Amy, for your fascinating and considered insight.
Oh yes. The Rain Song. Also Ten Years Gone. Damn there's just too much to recommend.
I also vey much appreciate your articulate sharing of your experience. I am 65 and listening to you brings me back to a 7th grade music teacher who had a delightful way of introducing classical music and artists so that I was captivated in every class.
You are completely right about the opening drum hit. It's one of the most significant single drum hits I know.
The whole song sounds so beautifully raw and organic. Also the way Plant goes from almost whispering to screaming bloody murder is so captivating
Also, the space Bonham, the drummer, leaves for the other guys in the sparsely arranged song.
You should do the live Madison Square Garden version from 1973 with the video. Plant’s vocals aren’t as good because he damaged his voice but the performance as a whole is very exciting and my favorite version of the song.
Agree !!!😊From MSG there are two different videos from two days of the concert, the official one is not that good, I don't know if it's from the first or second day, the good one is the one where you can see the artists backstage and the audience's reactions
@jaumepiquebernaus1853
The more I listen to the 'not so good' version, the more I feel its just as good as the 'good version'.