Led Zeppelin "Thank You" "The Rain Song" No Quarter" Ten Years Gone" " The Battle of Evermore and "That's the Way" are quite mellow earthy & folky LZ songs
Somebody probably already said this, but supposedly this song was inspired by Joni Mitchell. Love this song. In my opinion, this is quintessential Led Zeppelin. There is a mix of it without vocals that is amazing. I'll take Robert Plant on vocals any day. And yes, John Paul Jones was Zeppelin's secret weapon! Dude is an amazing musician!
Oh HELL Yes!!!! Going to California is a special Led Zeppelin song with its mellow melody, intricate guitar picking, and deep lyrics - it's just so sweet. Spot on with this choice you two. If you want to do another soft Zeppelin song check out the song Thank You.
Thank You brings back some bittersweet memories. My second serious girlfriend(college, first one was in high school) dedicated this song to me. That relationship ended on a sour note, so whenever I hear that song it brings up mixed feelings.
How powerful was this song vocally and instrumental and without the drums ? - The band oozes talent . The Rain Song and Thank You are masterpieces and definitely need to be reacted to. Love you work guys.
Robert Plant's voice is an instrument (more so than any other singer). The sounds he produces is excellent when he sings or just makes a pitched sound (such emotion). The best lead singer of all time to me.
I believe the Tolkien stuff goes over the heads of most young folks. I'd venture to guess that the only Tolkien the Rob Squad has been exposed to has been the tip of the iceberg "Lord Of The RIngs movies. But you can still get some of the references like Golum, Mordor, etc. But when you read the books as most young people did back in the day before Netflix and Cable TV you get a sense for Middle Earth, and Middle Earth is the setting for many Zeppelin Songs. Ring Wraiths and all. Databyter
@@Databyter Lord of the Rings is one of my favorite things ever. Watched them all many times. (never read the books, though). So I love how Led Zeppelin sings about it.
Yes Jordan, that's Jimmy Page on acoustic and John Paul Jones (bass player and pianists) playing the mandolin. Check out the live version at Earls Court sometime.
@@user-or1ye3iz6d The movies are cool. But I highly recommend the books. They are well written and not boring. They will grab you and you will enjoy them even if you're not much of a reader. I remember getting the trilogy and literally binge reading all three books over a long weekend, because I couldn't put them down. I only stopped to eat and nap. I was in my teens. Databyter
For another version of Plant’s voice check out his duet album with Allison Krause, Raising Sand. Hard rock singer meets angelic voiced Bluegrass singer I recommend listening to “Killing the Blues”. It’s beautiful. Great album overall.
@@ZippityDont I have heard Jerry Douglas & Union Station without her, did hear her at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival a few years ago. I live near Durango, Colorado, and Jerry Douglas & the rest of the Union Station guys flew into the wrong airport when they played at Durango, CO I live about 45 minutes away so I loaded up most of the band to get them to the airport 45 miles away. Too funny & fun.
There’s often something haunting about many of the Led Zeppelin songs. At least for me! They always take me to another world of my imagination -thank you guys for a great video
Same 🙂. And magical. Maybe it’s the ancient land they all come from? Ancestral influences? Love it and them and the older I get, like a great book reread over and over, it takes on deeper meaning 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. So thankful.
@@juliemanarin4127 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 I absolutely and uneqivocally AGREE & CONCUR with your opinion...! One word says it all: ABSOFUCKINGLUTELY...! "THAT'S THE WAY," "GOING TO CALIFORNIA," "TANGERINE," "BRON-YR-AUR," "BLACK COUNTRY WOMAN," "BRON-YR-AUR FOOT STOMP," "BATTLE OF EVERMORE," "FRIENDS," ETC. LED ZEPPELIN...? The sheer DIVERSITY in their canon of songs is truly remarkable and spectacular...! What say'eth YOU...? HAPPY EASTER...! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Zepplin always did an acoustic set in their concerts. They pulled up chairs on the side of the stage, set up like they were in a folk club rather than in front of 50,000 people
This is their softer side. More like this would include: The Rain Song, What Is And What Should Never Be, Friends, Tangerine, All of My Love, Tea For One, Down By The Seaside... so many. Also Robert Plant as a solo artist has lots of songs like this too. 29 Palms, Ship of Fools, you need to react to him on his own too like you did with Journey and Steve Perry.
Led Zeppelin tells epic stories. They have the most beautiful slow songs - this one gives me chills even after all these years. I wanted to be the girl with flowers in her hair 🎶 to be able to hear this, through you , again for the first time is a gift. Keep up the great work!! Love from Canada 🍁
Some of their acoustic stuff is really their best. Led Zeppelin 3 has a lot of acoustic songs that sound really good. The acoustic guitars on this particular song are Jimmy Page and the mandolin is John Paul Jones.
Yes, Katie! He played every other instrument that was needed other than the guitar, drums and harmonica. These are all the instruments JPJ played: Bass guitar, recorder, koto, lap steel guitar, autoharp, ukulele, clavinet, sitar, keyboards, keytar, mandolin, cello, background vocals
My husband and I just saw a Led Zeppelin tribute band last night which was AMAZING! The drummer was John Bonhams son Jason Bonham. So much respect! This song is one of my favorites! A true beauty from Led.
''Stairway to Heaven', 'Black Dog', and 'When the Levee Breaks' gets so much attention that people tend to overlook this song ,''The Battle of Evermore" and 'Misty Mountain Hop". Which is to say the whole album is great. Because of the mandolin, 'The Battle of Evermore' would have paired well with REM's 'Losing My Religion'.
Yeah why no love for Battle of Evermore? I'm thinking a lot of regs need clearcut beats to hear music like that, where that song's rhythm is like waves of water. It's incredible! Maybe over people's heads. Unfortunate.
What I absolutely LOVE about Led Zeppelin is their ability to transcend any sort of classification. We label them as "classic rock," but they are SO much more. Just when you think you've figured them out, they blow your mind again. Look up "Hot Dog" - you'll be glad you did.
So would love to see Amber's reaction to Zeppelin's "Since I've Been Loving You". Jay reacted like in his first week of the channel but so would love for him to share it with Amber. Zeppelin blues.
65 years old, and I have loved Led Zeppelin for years, but still my FIRST time hearing this song! Yeah, just more proof of the talent these guys had. Amazing skills on display in a whole different style.
I had this before anybody where I came from and for years I told everyone I met that these guys were one of the best acoustic bands ever welcome to music
Love Led Zeppelin. There is a Pearl Jam song that they’ve admitted was heavily influenced by this song…. It is called “Given To Fly”. It’s a great one too…. Give it a listen.
Amber why didn't you play the LIVE version from 1975 wooow your a huge 70s fan you would have really liked way more but it's yours and Jays choice i guess lol
This album is a f’ing masterpiece.. one of the best albums of all time. This song, Stairway to Heaven, Black Dog, Battle of Evermore… it’s just amazing
Yes, Jimmy Page is on acoustic guitar, but it is John Paul Jones expertly playing mandolin that makes this song. My ABSOLUTE favorite Zeppelin song is Fool In The Rain.
My overall most favorite group. They dont make bad songs. Thanks for covering Going to California! and Yes Jimmy is playing the Acoustic guitar in this song.
You need to hear Robert Plant and Alison Krauss.. they recorded and released their 2nd album together this past November. Absolutely magical.. You Can't go Wrong with Led Zeppelin!!!!
My absolute favorite song by Zeppelin. Reminds me of when I lived in the Golden State. Shades of California Dreamin' by the Mamas and the Papa's. Thanks for your spot -on reviews
Jimmy Page on guitar and John Paul Jones on the mandolin for the acoustic instruments. The Rain Song and Ten Years Gone are other great examples of their softer side
Another song that displays their softer side is "Thank You". I think you would both also enjoy "Bron-Y-Ur Stomp" live at Earl's Court for its departure from their Rock sound, but maintains their foot-stomping joy.
"girl out there with love in her eyes and flowers in her hair" and the "queen without a king who plays his guitar and cries and sings" is Joni Mitchell!
The 'Queen without a King' in the song was Joni Mitchell. This is one of a couple of songs about her I'm aware of. She really wowed the music industry in her heyday. Listen to Led Zep III if you want more of their acoustic work; 'Tangerine' is a stand out number on the album.
I remember how my mind was blown as a kid finding out this song was regarding Joni Mitchell, finding out at the same time I was discovering Joni myself. So now every time I hear the song “California” by Joni, I think of Led Zepplin
One of this old lady's favorite bands and just happens to be a Californian. So, of course I love this song!! Thanks for the reaction. Next should be the ballad Led Zeppelin - All My Love (Music Video).
Over the hills and far away ...is by far one of my favorite Zepplin tunes ...you should give that a listen Amber ..? I'm certain you'll love that as much as this one...
A slow and beautiful song. Page on acoustic guitar and John Paul Jones on the mandolin Many, when they move out to California have this picture in their mind of everything being all wonderful, perfect, and beautiful. Omg. Such a pipe dream. Our daughter moved out there 7 years ago and worked her ass off and climbed the ladders big time. It’s taken a ton of hard work. She’s an Interior Designer for the most renowned Architectural and Design firm in the city. She’s currently the designer for a big-time famous guy. But, when she went out, she began super low on the Totem pole. And she really really struggled. So many people go out there with unrealistic expectations and dreams. Many spend every penny they own and end up homeless. And then stuck there miserable.
This is the ultimate '70's hippy song. Really shows the kind of range and creativity they have. Genius. "Thank You" by Led Zeppelin is a good addition to this. "If the sun refused to shine I would still be loving you Mountains crumble to the sea There will still be you and me"
May I suggest that you listen to every Led Zeppelin album. From the first to the last in order. You'll really understand the band, see their evolution, and why they are so revered.
This song was written as a tribute to (then) folk singer Joni Mitchell, especially her beautiful tune "California" off of her classic "Blue" lp... Zepp did more folky songs on their 3rd lp, which is my personal fav album; thanx for the memories of my youthful 1970s!
Joni's home in Laurel Canyon (meet you up there where the path runs straight and high?), that she shared for a few years with Graham Nash, also inspired their colab "Our House".
Yes! Jimmy Page on acoustic 12 string and 6 string guitars and John Paul Jones played mandolin. Led Zeppelin lll is mostly acoustic with songs like "Tangerine", "Friends", "That's the Way", and "Gallows Pole".
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Led Zeppelin "Thank You" "The Rain Song" No Quarter" Ten Years Gone" " The Battle of Evermore and "That's the Way" are quite mellow earthy & folky LZ songs
Along with Tangerine-Black Country Woman-In the Light-Hey Hey What Can I Do-
@@twobeer3316 Can't believe I forgot "Tangerine" its one of my favorites Thanks Two Bear
Yes to all of these!
I forgot about "That's The Way". Good call. I'd also add "Gallows Pole" and "Down by the Seaside".
Tangerine!!
John Paul Jones never gets enough credit on this song, his brilliant mandolin with Jimmy's acoustic is such a beautiful blend.
Cutting through like a laser on the mando.
First 7 words apply
He was the guy who arranged their songs.
It's ok real fans always make sure he does.
Jimmie page plays Mandilin joh. Paul guitar
Somebody probably already said this, but supposedly this song was inspired by Joni Mitchell. Love this song. In my opinion, this is quintessential Led Zeppelin. There is a mix of it without vocals that is amazing. I'll take Robert Plant on vocals any day. And yes, John Paul Jones was Zeppelin's secret weapon! Dude is an amazing musician!
God yes he still is...and still performs!
"That's the way" is another beautiful acoustic number by them.
Oh HELL Yes!!!! Going to California is a special Led Zeppelin song with its mellow melody, intricate guitar picking, and deep lyrics - it's just so sweet. Spot on with this choice you two. If you want to do another soft Zeppelin song check out the song Thank You.
Also "That's the Way"
Yes please! Thank You is one of my faves!
Thank you... have picked it for my funeral. A " thank you" to my hubby
Thank you is one of my favorite Led songs. It's so beautiful.
@@eviekelpie1 THat's so sweet, I'm sure he will appreciate it.
A couple other Led Zeppelin songs on the mellower side (and beautiful) are, "Rain Song" and "Thank You". Both are great!
"Thank You" is a beautiful beautiful song.
This is one of my top 3 Zeppelin songs! You should also check out “Thank You” for more mellow acoustic Zeppelin.
Oh man, I absolutely LOVE that song...
Thank You is my wedding song 35 years later and still ❤️❤️❤️
Thank You brings back some bittersweet memories. My second serious girlfriend(college, first one was in high school) dedicated this song to me. That relationship ended on a sour note, so whenever I hear that song it brings up mixed feelings.
"Thank You" was our first dance wedding song, love it.
One of my favs written by Robert
How powerful was this song vocally and instrumental and without the drums ? - The band oozes talent .
The Rain Song and Thank You are masterpieces and definitely need to be reacted to.
Love you work guys.
And the next thing you hear on this album is "When The Levee Breaks." John Bonham kicks you in the ass and says, "Oi! Wake up, ya bastard!"
Where Robert says, “someone told me there is a girl out there with love in her eyes and flowers in her hair” is a reference to Joni Mitchell
Robert Plant's voice is an instrument (more so than any other singer). The sounds he produces is excellent when he sings or just makes a pitched sound (such emotion). The best lead singer of all time to me.
Led Zeppelin--hard rockin blues, weird Tolkien stuff, and songs like this. One of the great bands of all time.
Songs about Vikings and hobbits, as Jack Black said in their Kennedy Center introduction 😂 Love it
I believe the Tolkien stuff goes over the heads of most young folks. I'd venture to guess that the only Tolkien the Rob Squad has been exposed to has been the tip of the iceberg "Lord Of The RIngs movies. But you can still get some of the references like Golum, Mordor, etc. But when you read the books as most young people did back in the day before Netflix and Cable TV you get a sense for Middle Earth, and Middle Earth is the setting for many Zeppelin Songs. Ring Wraiths and all. Databyter
@@Databyter Lord of the Rings is one of my favorite things ever. Watched them all many times. (never read the books, though). So I love how Led Zeppelin sings about it.
Yes Jordan, that's Jimmy Page on acoustic and John Paul Jones (bass player and pianists) playing the mandolin. Check out the live version at Earls Court sometime.
@@user-or1ye3iz6d The movies are cool. But I highly recommend the books. They are well written and not boring. They will grab you and you will enjoy them even if you're not much of a reader. I remember getting the trilogy and literally binge reading all three books over a long weekend, because I couldn't put them down. I only stopped to eat and nap. I was in my teens. Databyter
The softest, sweetest Led Zeppelin song is "Thank You." So many couples used it as their wedding song; absolutely beautiful.
For another version of Plant’s voice check out his duet album with Allison Krause, Raising Sand. Hard rock singer meets angelic voiced Bluegrass singer I recommend listening to “Killing the Blues”. It’s beautiful. Great album overall.
100% Allison Krauss needs to make her appearance here!!
Exactly! My fave track is Polly Come Home, it's so radical.
So
True ! Nothing can beat Alison'a perfect angelic vocals! I want to go see these 2 live!!!!
@@lindaingallsobrien4217 I’ve seen her, but not with him. She was with the comparable Jerry Douglas however.
@@ZippityDont I have heard Jerry Douglas & Union Station without her, did hear her at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival a few years ago. I live near Durango, Colorado, and Jerry Douglas & the rest of the Union Station guys flew into the wrong airport when they played at Durango, CO I live about 45 minutes away so I loaded up most of the band to get them to the airport 45 miles away. Too funny & fun.
I'm looking forward to when they first listen to Fool In The Rain. 🌧️ Yet another totally different vibe from Led Zeppelin.
The legendary John Paul Jones on the mandolin!
Led Zeppelin. A band that sounds, ancient, modern, and futuristic all at the same time.
their own genre, it's zep man!
really good description!
There’s often something haunting about many of the Led Zeppelin songs. At least for me! They always take me to another world of my imagination -thank you guys for a great video
Kashmir comes to mind. I wonder if they reacted to that yet ...
Same 🙂. And magical. Maybe it’s the ancient land they all come from? Ancestral influences? Love it and them and the older I get, like a great book reread over and over, it takes on deeper meaning 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. So thankful.
what good music should do, unlike today's crap
Head banging rock is always easy to remember, but too easy to forget how wonderful the softer sounds are,
Live version with Page on acoustic and John Paul Jones on mandolin is magic. That's The Way acoustic from same concert at Earls Court is my favorite ❤
I agree
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I absolutely and uneqivocally AGREE & CONCUR with your opinion...!
One word says it all:
ABSOFUCKINGLUTELY...!
"THAT'S THE WAY," "GOING TO CALIFORNIA," "TANGERINE," "BRON-YR-AUR," "BLACK COUNTRY WOMAN," "BRON-YR-AUR FOOT STOMP," "BATTLE OF EVERMORE," "FRIENDS," ETC.
LED ZEPPELIN...?
The sheer DIVERSITY in their canon of songs is truly remarkable and spectacular...!
What say'eth YOU...?
HAPPY EASTER...!
🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
And "Bron-Y-Aur Stomp" from that set is a hoot.
I totally agree you HAVE to hear this live version i guarantee you will love it
Zepplin always did an acoustic set in their concerts. They pulled up chairs on the side of the stage, set up like they were in a folk club rather than in front of 50,000 people
This is their softer side. More like this would include: The Rain Song, What Is And What Should Never Be, Friends, Tangerine, All of My Love, Tea For One, Down By The Seaside... so many. Also Robert Plant as a solo artist has lots of songs like this too. 29 Palms, Ship of Fools, you need to react to him on his own too like you did with Journey and Steve Perry.
Led Zeppelin tells epic stories. They have the most beautiful slow songs - this one gives me chills even after all these years. I wanted to be the girl with flowers in her hair 🎶 to be able to hear this, through you , again for the first time is a gift. Keep up the great work!! Love from Canada 🍁
Check out "That's The Way" and "Tangerine" from Led Zeppelin III. Both great acoustic Led Zeppelin songs .
It’s like a half-remembered dream waking into golden sunrise.
Song is about Joni Mitchell..see her song California..So many of the guys wrote songs about Joni
This is one of my favorite Led Zeppelin tunes🌺✌️
Some of their acoustic stuff is really their best. Led Zeppelin 3 has a lot of acoustic songs that sound really good. The acoustic guitars on this particular song are Jimmy Page and the mandolin is John Paul Jones.
Yes, Katie! He played every other instrument that was needed other than the guitar, drums and harmonica. These are all the instruments JPJ played: Bass guitar, recorder, koto, lap steel guitar, autoharp, ukulele, clavinet, sitar, keyboards, keytar, mandolin, cello, background vocals
This song takes you on a spiritual journey to California through other-worldly vocals and guitars of the gods
My husband and I just saw a Led Zeppelin tribute band last night which was AMAZING! The drummer was John Bonhams son Jason Bonham. So much respect! This song is one of my favorites! A true beauty from Led.
''Stairway to Heaven', 'Black Dog', and 'When the Levee Breaks' gets so much attention that people tend to overlook this song ,''The Battle of Evermore" and 'Misty Mountain Hop". Which is to say the whole album is great. Because of the mandolin, 'The Battle of Evermore' would have paired well with REM's 'Losing My Religion'.
Yes, great comment and great song suggestions
FOUR STICKS AS WELL !
Yeah why no love for Battle of Evermore? I'm thinking a lot of regs need clearcut beats to hear music like that, where that song's rhythm is like waves of water. It's incredible! Maybe over people's heads. Unfortunate.
Battle of Evermore is a favorite of mine.
@@chuckvelten5337 Yes!
BATTLE OF EVERMORE. AMAZING SONG. You will love it amber.
Thank You from the Led Zeppelin II is such a great ballad along with the heartfelt All Of My Love which is about the loss of Roberts son.
What I absolutely LOVE about Led Zeppelin is their ability to transcend any sort of classification. We label them as "classic rock," but they are SO much more. Just when you think you've figured them out, they blow your mind again. Look up "Hot Dog" - you'll be glad you did.
So would love to see Amber's reaction to Zeppelin's "Since I've Been Loving You". Jay reacted like in his first week of the channel but so would love for him to share it with Amber. Zeppelin blues.
65 years old, and I have loved Led Zeppelin for years, but still my FIRST time hearing this song! Yeah, just more proof of the talent these guys had. Amazing skills on display in a whole different style.
You need to see the live version for yourself as it is incredible.Yes that is Jimmy Page.
I had this before anybody where I came from and for years I told everyone I met that these guys were one of the best acoustic bands ever welcome to music
Led Zeppelin can blow your doors off with a rock masterpiece then reduce you to tears with a folk song like this one....all in one album!
Love Led Zeppelin. There is a Pearl Jam song that they’ve admitted was heavily influenced by this song…. It is called “Given To Fly”. It’s a great one too…. Give it a listen.
This song is what perfection sounds like - again.
Amber why didn't you play the LIVE version from 1975 wooow your a huge 70s fan you would have really liked way more but it's yours and Jays choice i guess lol
You’d love “That’s the Way,” another Zep acoustic track. It’s one of my all-time favorite songs.
"The Rain Song" is another Led Zep mellow tune.
You can't go wrong with anything by the mighty Zeppelin.
Another song you’d be shocked is them is “Hot Dog.” It’s very country sounding. Check it out when you can.
This album is a f’ing masterpiece.. one of the best albums of all time. This song, Stairway to Heaven, Black Dog, Battle of Evermore… it’s just amazing
Yes, Jimmy Page is on acoustic guitar, but it is John Paul Jones expertly playing mandolin that makes this song. My ABSOLUTE favorite Zeppelin song is Fool In The Rain.
My overall most favorite group. They dont make bad songs. Thanks for covering Going to California! and Yes Jimmy is playing the Acoustic guitar in this song.
You need to hear Robert Plant and Alison Krauss.. they recorded and released their 2nd album together this past November.
Absolutely magical..
You Can't go Wrong with Led Zeppelin!!!!
My absolute favorite song by Zeppelin. Reminds me of when I lived in the Golden State. Shades of California Dreamin' by the Mamas and the Papa's. Thanks for your spot -on reviews
Plant’s vocal range was incredible.. yes it’s Jimmy Page on guitar with bassist John Paul Jone on the Mandolin
With an aching in my heart to find the girl who went there with flowers in her hair.
A perfect creation.
Best band that ever was and never will be.. period! Great reaction
You have gradually become my 2 favorite people on the internet.
Jimmy Page on guitar and John Paul Jones on the mandolin for the acoustic instruments. The Rain Song and Ten Years Gone are other great examples of their softer side
This is one my favorite songs of all time
Greatest musicians of them all
This is may FAVE Zeppelin song followed closely by "Fool in the Rain"
Ten years gone 1990 remastered and the rain song are a must! Yes jimmy is playing the guitar!
Another song that displays their softer side is "Thank You". I think you would both also enjoy "Bron-Y-Ur Stomp" live at Earl's Court for its departure from their Rock sound, but maintains their foot-stomping joy.
One of my favorites.
More Led Zeppelin!!!! "Bring It On Home", "The Lemon Song" and " How Many More Times"!!!
There’s a live version that’s really, really, good. Love your work
"girl out there with love in her eyes and flowers in her hair" and the "queen without a king who plays his guitar and cries and sings" is Joni Mitchell!
The 'Queen without a King' in the song was Joni Mitchell. This is one of a couple of songs about her I'm aware of. She really wowed the music industry in her heyday.
Listen to Led Zep III if you want more of their acoustic work; 'Tangerine' is a stand out number on the album.
Zeppelin were huge fans of English folk music as well as American blues.
Mix em up,and you have Led Zeppelin!
I remember how my mind was blown as a kid finding out this song was regarding Joni Mitchell, finding out at the same time I was discovering Joni myself. So now every time I hear the song “California” by Joni, I think of Led Zepplin
'Down by the Seaside' is one of my favorites.
One of this old lady's favorite bands and just happens to be a Californian. So, of course I love this song!! Thanks for the reaction. Next should be the ballad Led Zeppelin - All My Love (Music Video).
I'm so glad you are dipping into Zep. Please do more acoustic Zep.
Gorgeous song.
'The Rain song' id a beautiful song by Led Zep. I highly recommend it
Over the hills and far away ...is by far one of my favorite Zepplin tunes ...you should give that a listen Amber ..? I'm certain you'll love that as much as this one...
A slow and beautiful song. Page on acoustic guitar and John Paul Jones on the mandolin Many, when they move out to California have this picture in their mind of everything being all wonderful, perfect, and beautiful. Omg. Such a pipe dream. Our daughter moved out there 7 years ago and worked her ass off and climbed the ladders big time. It’s taken a ton of hard work. She’s an Interior Designer for the most renowned Architectural and Design firm in the city. She’s currently the designer for a big-time famous guy. But, when she went out, she began super low on the Totem pole. And she really really struggled. So many people go out there with unrealistic expectations and dreams. Many spend every penny they own and end up homeless. And then stuck there miserable.
Led Zeppelin did a lot of acoustic music, especially on their 3rd album. Try "Gallows Pole", "Tangerine", or "Thank You ".
I own every Led Zeppelin album.
A Masterpiece, 50 year's later.
This is the ultimate '70's hippy song. Really shows the kind of range and creativity they have. Genius.
"Thank You" by Led Zeppelin is a good addition to this.
"If the sun refused to shine
I would still be loving you
Mountains crumble to the sea
There will still be you and me"
My favorite Zep song ever!
Two good follow ups for acoustic LZ are "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You" from this same debut album and "Battle of Evermore" from LZ 4.
Saw Zep back in 1977 at Capital Centre in DC, arguably the best rock group of all time.
amber that was my exactly the same reaction when i heard it in the 70 s !!!!!
May I suggest that you listen to every Led Zeppelin album. From the first to the last in order. You'll really understand the band, see their evolution, and why they are so revered.
You should put the Album on and let "Going to California" play through to the next song -- "When the Levee Breaks"!! Such a surreal transition- BOOM!
Best band ever ❤❤ love this song ❤❤
That voice! Unbelievable! I love this song. The acoustic guitars and page's voice
This song is one word ,ethereal!!!! Friggin gorgeous!!!!!!
My favorite Zeppelin song. It just puts you in a mellow mood.
I love you both….thanks for you both
"Misty Mountain Hop" will make you both happy. It's a hippie vibe, but something that makes you want to jump.
I never listened to much Led Zeppelin. Just heard the usual popular ones, probably. But after this I'm diving in!
I played this song like 5 or 6 times in a row while I was flying from Chicago to San Diego.
the real genius of this song is it serves as the lead-in to "When the Levee Breaks". Almost lulls one to sleep and then..
This song was written as a tribute to (then) folk singer Joni Mitchell, especially her beautiful tune "California" off of her classic "Blue" lp...
Zepp did more folky songs on their 3rd lp, which is my personal fav album; thanx for the memories of my youthful 1970s!
Robert Plant's - "In The Mood" is a tune that pops to mind as a similar 'feeling' song to this.
Great music!
Joni's home in Laurel Canyon (meet you up there where the path runs straight and high?), that she shared for a few years with Graham Nash, also inspired their colab "Our House".
Page was a studio musician as well for a long time pre-Zep. He can play anything anyway you want.
Yes! Jimmy Page on acoustic 12 string and 6 string guitars and John Paul Jones played mandolin. Led Zeppelin lll is mostly acoustic with songs like "Tangerine", "Friends", "That's the Way", and "Gallows Pole".
"Thank You" is another tune that shows the softer side of Led Zepp. It's one of their best tracks!