I don't usually post, but here's something touching: Robert, who was John's best friend, is also Jason's godfather. On the balcony before the song, Robert turned to Jimmy and said, with a hint of sadness, "We should have had Jason here with us," unaware that Jason was indeed there and was about to join the band for Heart's tribute. Jason had kept it a secret to surprise Robert, which explained the tears.
You guys should definitely check out "Kashmir" by Led Zeppelin. All members of the band have been influenced heavily by different types of music from all over the world. Kashmir was written about the band's travels through Morocco.
Ahhh...I was going to suggest "Led Zeppelin - Kashmir (Live at Knebworth 1979) (Official Video)" - the energy, the visuals of that performance are mesmerizing, as well as the music, of course. There is also an amazing performance "Page & Plant Kashmir With Egyptian Orchestra Glastonbury 1995" which I think Adnan and the panel would really, really love. I believe Robert Plant said he'd rather have had LZ remembered for "Kashmir" than "Stairway to Heaven".
@psychooitachi6803 Yes, exactly. And, as I stated, Jason is the Godson of Robert Plant. Being John Bonhams son is partially how he came to be Robert Plant's godson, and why he was chosen to play as drummer in the late John Bonham's absence, as the drummer for the Kennedy Center honor.
Robert plant was emotional because not only was it a great tribute to the band, but the black hats that the choir was wearing were a great tribute to his dear friend John Bonham, the original drummer. The drummer here is Jason Bonham, the son of the original drummer. Jason had told Robert and the other band members that he couldn't make it to this tribute, because he had other commitments. However his commitment for that night, which he kept secret, was to be playing with the tribute band.
Another wonderful reaction from you guys ❤️ I'm a 43 year old, caucasian, non-religious, construction worker from Manchester UK so we are far from similar in lifestyles and even though, I cry when I see the emotion in your eyes while watching something that unites us all...love & music 😊
My feelings, too. Every time i watch one of these I realize that regardless of religious, political differences, we are all the same deep down. We all want the same out of life. Love, peace, family. You have your outcasts obviously, but the majority all just want to live and love.
Robert Plant, lead singer of Led Zeppelin, knew the deceased drummer John Bonham since they were kids. When John died Robert was never the same, and the band broke up. That's John's Bonham's son Jason, playing John's exact drum kit setup, and wearing John's old signature derby hat - it's a triple tribute! @4:53, even Robert nods and says "Yep. He's back!"... ...and the Wilson sisters (singer and acoustic) formed the rock band Heart - (a legendary rock band, itself) - inspired by the music from Led Zeppelin *So you have Rock Legends paying tribute to Rock Legends with your best friend's son playing your best friends' drums.* And that's why Robert cried
Adnan, Robert Plant and John Bonham were very close friends. When Robert's young son, Pendragon Plant tragically died in 1977, John Bonham was the only member of the band who attended the funeral. I think that seeing John's son, Jason Bonham, that night brought back happy and bittersweet memories. The performance might have been too overwhelming for Robert and caused him to shed some tears.
One thing I notice from everyone one of your guests is how very warm and person-oriented they are. They seem to accept emotions as not a necessary evil (as many in the US think of it), but as what makes us most human. When they talk about the heart, when they say someone must be feeling sad, or feeling joy, or something like that, to me, that is what touches me the most - that first and foremost they seem to see these performers as humans. Humans first. That is the single most stark difference that I notice in the cultures (writing from here in the US where people are afraid of looking mushy, where they would revere Spock and The Fonz over a warm soul, and rever the various hard-hearted bad guys that are our heroes over the gentle, loving grandfatherly figure).
So true. And yet, there is an unspoken respect for men dealing with overwhelming emotions like sadness or grief that break them down. I remember an online discussion about "movie scenes that it's okay for guys to cry about." Some of the suggestions: the death scene in "Brian's Song"; Don Corleone standing over Sonny's body in "The Godfather" and saying, "Look how they massacred my boy"; the final scene of "Saving Private Ryan" where Ryan says to his wife, "Tell me I've lived a good life. Tell me I'm a good man." I don't care how tough you think you are, if you can sit stone-faced through scenes like that without being moved, you are no man.
@@joeday4293So true. (And my feeling is, any movie scene a guy wants to cry about, they should just cry. So sad that they are encouraged not to.) I saw my Dad cry twice. Once was after my Mom (his wife of almost 60 years) died. The other time was when I was little and we saw "Irreconcilable Differences" in the movie theater. My Dad had a really soft spot for parents letting their kids down. As to movies making people cry, a guy at work once said to me, "If you can watch the movie Up and not cry, you must be a sociopath."
Please tell the gentlemen that Robert had tears in his eyes because he was thinking about and missing his dear friend, who was drummer John Bonham who died decades ago, and John's son Jason was the one playing drums in this very special performance. ❤
His insights never fail to absolutely astonish me, especially when responding to material like this so far from his culture and his personal experience. He always finds the universal truths in everything he has been shown on this channel. Now that, my friends, is wisdom.
It was very moving for the old heroes that their drummer's son, who is considered the best rock drummer of all time, took his father's place to honor them, including his father himself. The boys knew the son as a small child and the son grew up with them to some extent. He was 14 when his father died and all the band members were in Bonham's house at that time. As a young man, he played with Jimmy Page, his father's guitarist. He often collaborated with the members of Led Zeppelin, in addition to his own musical projects. He represented his father at the Led Zeppelin reuniting concert. Jason, under the guidance of his father, started playing the drums at the age of 4, which of course makes him an excellent musician. It was only logical that he would play the drums for this honor, even if he had to trick his godfather a little...
Trivia: The Wilson sisters, the guitarist and the singer, grew up as Zeppelin fans. They started a Zeppelin tribute band which eventually became "Heart". Eventually they opened shows for Zeppelin. After which their carreers were up and running.
I've seen them in bars around Vancouver when they and I were young. They were electric on stage and performing at full throttle for people three feet away. They've gotten a little dignity now and Annie's voice has matured. Nancy never changes.
Robert's reaction always makes my heart cry :( it's like you can see him thinking "my life's work has manifested into this angelic performance and I couldn't be more proud as I am right now"
How fortunate that I had just finally watched the first "Stairway To Heaven" reaction last night, and then this pops up today! I was not at all surprised that each of these men picked up on the joy in this performance, both in the performers and the audience. The Kennedy Center Honor is the highest award for artistic merit given by the president of the United States - as humbling as it is to win one as an American, imagine how gratifying it must be to win one as a group of Englishmen, which Led Zeppelin were. America has always been dear to their hearts, and in many ways, this ceremony made our 50 year admiration of their work a matter of official public record. Before this final tune, they were honored with performances of other songs by several of the world's best known and best loved rock musicians. Both the stage and the audience were full of stars, including many former honorees - when Muharam said "even the Chinese came!", that was another former Kennedy Center Honoree, the master cellist Yo Yo Ma. And many things would have triggered Robert Plant's emotional response, but I'm sure he was missing his departed brother, drummer John Bonham, as he marveled at John's son Jason admirably filling in on drums. Robert had invited Jason to attend the ceremony with them, unaware that he had been asked to perform in their honor at that very show. Jason told a white lie and said that he was sorry, but he was already engaged to play a show that evening and couldn't be there. Robert was heartbroken at first, so imagine his surprise when Jason took the stage and sat behind the kit. Jason's dad was not only his bandmate, but his very best friend when they were two young men ready to conquer the world. My favorite small yet big thing about the entire performance: not only was Jason wearing one of his late father's trademark bowler hats, which he often wore on stage, but the entire choir at the end was wearing them as well to honor his memory. To me, that was the most touching detail of the entire performance. Between that, the significance of the award they were there to receive, and just the sheer spectacle of the performance put together in their honor in gratitude for their body of work, it must have been overwhelming indeed. And since Abdul is obviously so taken with the guitar playing of Jimmy Page, please share with him the following, a joke I made after I first saw this performance: "Hey, Mr. Guitar Player, we need you to play one of the most famous electric guitar solos in the history of the instrument, the guitar solo in 'Stairway To Heaven', right in front of Jimmy Page and the other two surviving members of Led Zeppelin, and also a capacity crowd full of legendary artists. Oh, and the President and the First Lady will be there too. No pressure." 😳
This just shows that, no matter the background, everyone recognizes great musical performances. Led Zeppelin generally hated hearing covers of their great songs, simply because most never did them any justice. This performance was almost beyond belief, and they loved it!
I would say that other than the arranger who would have written all the parts for this very large group, the only person associated with this performance who was under greater pressure to get it right that night was the poor guitar player who had to play Jimmy Page's most famous solo right in front of him. And both absolutely knocked it out of the park.
Robert Plant said he doesn't like to sing "Stairway to Heaven" anymore but he was moved by his dear late friend's son's presence on drums, Jon Bonham. And I'm sure the wonderful arrangement and presentation with Seattle's own Heart. Never thought those long ago hot summer days when I could hear them performing live down at the Municipal Stadium at the Center from my apartment on Queen Anne hill in the mid-70's that I would be listening to this magnificent tribute by them so many years later. Time goes too, too fast. This was poignant. (Why John Paul Jones doesn't have a knighthood by now is beyond me. What a musical history and influence he has had.)
These men here are Golden souls. I'm so glad that you're sharing these videos with them, and the world gets to watch. This song brings tears every time that I watch this video.
J’ai déjà vu leurs réactions sur le solo de Jimmy page sur stairway to heaven j’avais adoré ❤ Là ils sont juste géniaux 🤩 Tellement différents et au final tellement pareils ❤❤❤❤❤
That was really cool to watch with them, It brings me joy to see that the language of human emotion, of facial expression, of music and celebration, it is all universal and translates beyond the mere words, the spoken languages we know and use. This is great! Thank you for posting!! I think what really hit Robert Plant in the feels was seeing all those singers had the bowler hats like his dearly departed friend had always worn. They were there to be honored, but no one forgot his much missed friend.
Not to mention seeing John Bonham's son, which I think was a surprise on this particular occasion. Robert Plant and John Bonham were extremely close friends; John's passing likely hit him the hardest.
I can't believe I just used that word(astute) to describe his thoughts and reactions. I started reading Comments and some one with the same idea as me..I was blown away by the depth and wisdom of these elders. I hardly ever use astute but, that is one time to use it..
Glad they loved it, you should have them listen to the American rock band known as Heart, the lady singing is Ann Wilson, and her sister Nancy is playing the guitar for the tribute to Led Zepplin, "Barracuda" and " Magic Man' are one of their bigger hit songs, Thanks for sharing with us!
I try to tell folks about the gentlemen and women in this videos. Their views on thing always fill my heart and teach me things. It is wonderful to hear the prospective of a different culture. I just saw Robert Plant perform this past June. I have only been listening to his music since then!
I love that President Obama cared so much about the arts and humanities ❤. This award night was immensely special. Thank you so much for giving me an excuse to watch it and cry again for the dozenth time🤗
These gentlemen were spot on again. I have grown very fond of these open minded tribal people & their reactions are unique & valuable. Please continue to bring us their opinions & observations - I appreciate your dedication with this project
I've broken bread with many Asianmusicians over my years touring World music and love your way of interpeting this tribute to Zeppelin in 2012. Heart are a remarkble pair of sisters who are well established with their ownband Heart. Gentlemen long may you continue sharing your reactions. Andi, Bristol England.
Ooh - suddenly I think that their next music reaction video needs to be from Heart. I would strongly recommend their performance of "Little Queen" live at California Jam II in 1978 - they CRUSH it. It is important to note that their stated goal when they first started was to become the female Led Zeppelin. And they pretty much made it, if you ask me.
Yes, YoYo Ma, and Nancy & Anne Wilson, aka known as the American Rock Band "Heart", @TRYBALS , you should one of their songs, like "Barracuda" or " Magic Man"
@@keahithefieryone8513 Robert Plant is touring Summer 2024 with Alison Krauss. She has 27 Grammys. She and Yo Yo Ma made some recordings together also. Their Wexford Carol is incredible.
@@baskervillebee6097I'd love to see them cover one of the Plant/Krauss songs. While Plant doesn't have quite the range he did in his younger years, he still knows how to use what he has. He's still one of the coolest (and most professional) frontmen to ever grace a stage.
Those tears: The drummer who died 40 years ago was the singer's best friend. The drummer (Jason) was the original drummer's (John) son. The hats everyone wore were a memorial to John as well. The Wilson sisters covered that song beautifully
Led Zeppelin's drummer, John "Bonzo" Bonham, an old friend of Robert Plant's who played together in a band before Led Zeppelin, died on 25 September, 1980, at the age of 32. He often wore a bowler hat on stage. Here, his son, Jason Bonham, was playing drums. In honour of his father, he wore a bowler hat, as did the choir at the back, who rose up in the air just as the stupid cameraman cut away to the guitar player, spoiling the moment for the viewers. Robert Plant had tears in his eyes at the memories of his old friend. {:o:O:}
At about 6:00 the commenters spend a lot of time commenting on the band members. I really like their comments! They seem very tuned in to the experiences of the band members.
I know you said this wasn't your favorite reaction due to the style, but thank you for posting it! This is one of my all-time favorite renditions of Stairway to Heaven. It makes me emotional every time, because of the love Heart and the other musicians had for the song, and because of the beautiful tribute to the late John Bonham (his son playing guitar, and the choir dressing like him).
I did not notice if it was pointed out to them that the drummer was Johns son .wearing his dads style of hat .When the chorus donned the same bowlers was the straw that broke the camels back with the tears .
The guy playing guitar in the new band is Sebastian Robertson, the son of Robbie Robertson who played for the band called The Band. John Paul Jones who played bass for Led Zeppelin is the man sitting closest to the tv audience, and he and Sebastian played the Led Zeppelin song When The Levee Breaks in Playing For Change.
I love Heart, Ann and Nancy Wilson are legends in the Pacific Northwest of North America. Both Seattle, US and Vancouver, Canada claim this legendary band.
Robert Plant loves to perform with musicians from around the world and all cultures and I think from watching his interviews, that he has a deep love for music and the creation of music. Thank you so much for this wonderful reaction video.
HI… Just FYI, This is NOT the full version of Heart’s amazing tribute performance. (This video was shortened for TV broadcasting.) The FULL version is EVEN BETTER!🙏🏻
As others have mentioned, when you understand the context of that concert, the human story, it is more than a musical performance, these Gentlemen are a credit to their Culture and families.
This is the best Tribute to any band ever. Robert Plant is really emotional because OG drummer John Bonham wete best friends and when he saw the choir wearing hi signature hats it made him emotional❤
I just loved this reaction, youre understanding and appreciation for this remarkable band was so heartfelt, thank you. This was my era when Led Zepplin first came out in the US, it was also my forst concert in 1973. This was a remarkable production. Love you guys ❤
There is a great live version of Kashmir here on youtube. It was in the 90s or early 2000s I think let this clip is from. It's absolutely my very favorite version of that song by them. I specifically think this version will speak to you guys because there's a lot of Shifting back and forth between rock and a very Eastern or middle eastern sound that they weave into it and it's just beautiful
You gentlemen are so wise, especially with regard to the important things in life: music, camaraderie, and being OPEN-MINDED. How much we could accomplish in life if acceptance was the norm. We all have so much to share, but that takes trust. If we can break down the distrust, the world would balance itself out.
I had bought tickets to their concert in Buffalo just before the loss of John. It was a dream of mine to see them live but it unfortunately didn't work out. I still listen to their music till this day. That Kennedy Center award ceremony was definitely an excellent modern take ( I also had tears in my eyes when this was first published....) I even had tears in my eyes watching it again.
Robert Plant is a kind-hearted man who had to experience many strokes of fate. That's why he is so emotional and can create a strong connection with other people.
The drummer is the son of the original drummer. The women singing the song are the band called HEART and they are sisters. Epic on all levels from all these incredible artists. Love your videos and these deep critiques and responses from your thoughtful guests. Well done!
You guys are awesome. I cry every time I watch the video. The love between the original band members and the drummer, who is the son of the original band member, is very nice.
OK, you’ve picked one of my favorite videos of all time to share with our friends. This is truly a feel-good go-to performance for me. Ann and Nancy Wilson are the best (I hope you mentioned that Nancy is a trailblazing guitarist, of her craft in general and regardless of gender, she’s of course still rockin’, and Heart such a great band. Love watching Robert Plant’s reaction. Can’t wait to watch this…. 🙂
@@TRYBALS I think it’s really cool that you chose this performance to share anyway :) Heart was finally inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame in 2013. As a female led group they were very unique, Ann’s vocals are so powerful, and they’ve earned a lot of respect. Love your channel and good wishes to our tribal friends and apologies I don’t recall their names offhand. I remember looking up info on their beautiful patterned clothing once…
The drummer is the original drummers son Jason Bonham. I got to see Heart in Victorian with Jason Bonham on the drums, it was spectacular!!!!! thank you guys for the memories LOVE
Thanks UA-cam algo. Really enjoyed the reactions especially the 3 gents watching the video at the same time. Great job by the host. I had no idea that Indian men would find Rock and Roll enjoyable. As a 65 year old white Canadian male drummer who has spent 50 years playing all these great old tunes from the late 60's to the 2000's.
@@TRYBALS No apologies necessary. You are juggling a LOT. Grateful that this video was uploaded; the performance is still great, as is the feedback from everyone. Much love and respect to all - kf
@@TRYBALSif only i spoke your language- i would love to give you more background information on the songs you cover, and help with the translations! you’re still great, and i love, love, love your videos! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I don't usually post, but here's something touching: Robert, who was John's best friend, is also Jason's godfather. On the balcony before the song, Robert turned to Jimmy and said, with a hint of sadness, "We should have had Jason here with us," unaware that Jason was indeed there and was about to join the band for Heart's tribute. Jason had kept it a secret to surprise Robert, which explained the tears.
Wow, I didn’t know that. Thank you so much for posting this.
6:38 - "You can't control your tears in situations where your heart is involved". How beautiful and wise words !!!
That's words make me cry.
Very beautiful
You guys should definitely check out "Kashmir" by Led Zeppelin. All members of the band have been influenced heavily by different types of music from all over the world. Kashmir was written about the band's travels through Morocco.
Studio version for the drums.
I was going to say the same
I highly second these suggestions. Studio version of Kashmir ❤❤❤😂
Ahhh...I was going to suggest "Led Zeppelin - Kashmir (Live at Knebworth 1979) (Official Video)" - the energy, the visuals of that performance are mesmerizing, as well as the music, of course. There is also an amazing performance "Page & Plant Kashmir With Egyptian Orchestra Glastonbury 1995" which I think Adnan and the panel would really, really love. I believe Robert Plant said he'd rather have had LZ remembered for "Kashmir" than "Stairway to Heaven".
@@karenfryberger4260 do you mean the 1979 knebworth live performance? The song didnt exist when they played MSG in 1973.
The drummer was John Bonham's son , the drummer for Led Zeppelin that passed away
The drummer, Jason is the singer Robert Plant's godson.
Wasn't he amazing? Playing for his father. I can only imagine how proud his dad must be, from the other side of the veil.
@@dwgrly no research yourself before commenting...Jason Bonham is son of John Bonham(Led Zeppelin's drummer)
@psychooitachi6803 Yes, exactly. And, as I stated, Jason is the Godson of Robert Plant. Being John Bonhams son is partially how he came to be Robert Plant's godson, and why he was chosen to play as drummer in the late John Bonham's absence, as the drummer for the Kennedy Center honor.
@@dwgrly Iam extremely sorry I read godson as grandson...my mistake
Robert plant was emotional because not only was it a great tribute to the band, but the black hats that the choir was wearing were a great tribute to his dear friend John Bonham, the original drummer.
The drummer here is Jason Bonham, the son of the original drummer.
Jason had told Robert and the other band members that he couldn't make it to this tribute, because he had other commitments.
However his commitment for that night, which he kept secret, was to be playing with the tribute band.
I love that! Thank you for sharing that information as it adds yet another layer of emotion to this rich, meaningful tribute.
Really interesting info. I knew this was John Bonham’s son but cool he surprised them in this way :)
YES! Thanks for sharing that!! And the Wilson sisters? My world is complete!
Jason is Robert Plant's godson.
The "Chinese Guy" they noticed was Yo-Yo Ma, one of the greatest cellist in the world
Another wonderful reaction from you guys ❤️
I'm a 43 year old, caucasian, non-religious, construction worker from Manchester UK so we are far from similar in lifestyles and even though, I cry when I see the emotion in your eyes while watching something that unites us all...love & music 😊
My feelings, too. Every time i watch one of these I realize that regardless of religious, political differences, we are all the same deep down. We all want the same out of life. Love, peace, family. You have your outcasts obviously, but the majority all just want to live and love.
Robert Plant, lead singer of Led Zeppelin, knew the deceased drummer John Bonham since they were kids. When John died Robert was never the same, and the band broke up.
That's John's Bonham's son Jason, playing John's exact drum kit setup, and wearing John's old signature derby hat - it's a triple tribute! @4:53, even Robert nods and says "Yep. He's back!"...
...and the Wilson sisters (singer and acoustic) formed the rock band Heart - (a legendary rock band, itself) - inspired by the music from Led Zeppelin
*So you have Rock Legends paying tribute to Rock Legends with your best friend's son playing your best friends' drums.* And that's why Robert cried
Adnan, Robert Plant and John Bonham were very close friends. When Robert's young son, Pendragon Plant tragically died in 1977, John Bonham was the only member of the band
who attended the funeral. I think that seeing John's son, Jason Bonham, that night brought back happy and bittersweet memories. The performance might have been too
overwhelming for Robert and caused him to shed some tears.
One thing I notice from everyone one of your guests is how very warm and person-oriented they are. They seem to accept emotions as not a necessary evil (as many in the US think of it), but as what makes us most human. When they talk about the heart, when they say someone must be feeling sad, or feeling joy, or something like that, to me, that is what touches me the most - that first and foremost they seem to see these performers as humans. Humans first. That is the single most stark difference that I notice in the cultures (writing from here in the US where people are afraid of looking mushy, where they would revere Spock and The Fonz over a warm soul, and rever the various hard-hearted bad guys that are our heroes over the gentle, loving grandfatherly figure).
So true. And yet, there is an unspoken respect for men dealing with overwhelming emotions like sadness or grief that break them down. I remember an online discussion about "movie scenes that it's okay for guys to cry about." Some of the suggestions: the death scene in "Brian's Song"; Don Corleone standing over Sonny's body in "The Godfather" and saying, "Look how they massacred my boy"; the final scene of "Saving Private Ryan" where Ryan says to his wife, "Tell me I've lived a good life. Tell me I'm a good man." I don't care how tough you think you are, if you can sit stone-faced through scenes like that without being moved, you are no man.
@@joeday4293So true. (And my feeling is, any movie scene a guy wants to cry about, they should just cry. So sad that they are encouraged not to.) I saw my Dad cry twice. Once was after my Mom (his wife of almost 60 years) died. The other time was when I was little and we saw "Irreconcilable Differences" in the movie theater. My Dad had a really soft spot for parents letting their kids down.
As to movies making people cry, a guy at work once said to me, "If you can watch the movie Up and not cry, you must be a sociopath."
Please tell the gentlemen that Robert had tears in his eyes because he was thinking about and missing his dear friend, who was drummer John Bonham who died decades ago, and John's son Jason was the one playing drums in this very special performance. ❤
Or this was he crying bc his own son died?
My respect to Abdul...wise man...indeed...! He can see, hear and feel...
His insights never fail to absolutely astonish me, especially when responding to material like this so far from his culture and his personal experience. He always finds the universal truths in everything he has been shown on this channel. Now that, my friends, is wisdom.
I so agree!!! Abdul is a gem!
It was very moving for the old heroes that their drummer's son, who is considered the best rock drummer of all time, took his father's place to honor them, including his father himself. The boys knew the son as a small child and the son grew up with them to some extent. He was 14 when his father died and all the band members were in Bonham's house at that time. As a young man, he played with Jimmy Page, his father's guitarist. He often collaborated with the members of Led Zeppelin, in addition to his own musical projects. He represented his father at the Led Zeppelin reuniting concert. Jason, under the guidance of his father, started playing the drums at the age of 4, which of course makes him an excellent musician. It was only logical that he would play the drums for this honor, even if he had to trick his godfather a little...
Trivia: The Wilson sisters, the guitarist and the singer, grew up as Zeppelin fans. They started a Zeppelin tribute band which eventually became "Heart". Eventually they opened shows for Zeppelin. After which their carreers were up and running.
I cry every time I see this performance from Heart. They did such an amazing job.
I've seen them in bars around Vancouver when they and I were young. They were electric on stage and performing at full throttle for people three feet away. They've gotten a little dignity now and Annie's voice has matured. Nancy never changes.
Robert's reaction always makes my heart cry :( it's like you can see him thinking "my life's work has manifested into this angelic performance and I couldn't be more proud as I am right now"
How fortunate that I had just finally watched the first "Stairway To Heaven" reaction last night, and then this pops up today! I was not at all surprised that each of these men picked up on the joy in this performance, both in the performers and the audience. The Kennedy Center Honor is the highest award for artistic merit given by the president of the United States - as humbling as it is to win one as an American, imagine how gratifying it must be to win one as a group of Englishmen, which Led Zeppelin were. America has always been dear to their hearts, and in many ways, this ceremony made our 50 year admiration of their work a matter of official public record. Before this final tune, they were honored with performances of other songs by several of the world's best known and best loved rock musicians. Both the stage and the audience were full of stars, including many former honorees - when Muharam said "even the Chinese came!", that was another former Kennedy Center Honoree, the master cellist Yo Yo Ma.
And many things would have triggered Robert Plant's emotional response, but I'm sure he was missing his departed brother, drummer John Bonham, as he marveled at John's son Jason admirably filling in on drums. Robert had invited Jason to attend the ceremony with them, unaware that he had been asked to perform in their honor at that very show. Jason told a white lie and said that he was sorry, but he was already engaged to play a show that evening and couldn't be there. Robert was heartbroken at first, so imagine his surprise when Jason took the stage and sat behind the kit. Jason's dad was not only his bandmate, but his very best friend when they were two young men ready to conquer the world. My favorite small yet big thing about the entire performance: not only was Jason wearing one of his late father's trademark bowler hats, which he often wore on stage, but the entire choir at the end was wearing them as well to honor his memory. To me, that was the most touching detail of the entire performance. Between that, the significance of the award they were there to receive, and just the sheer spectacle of the performance put together in their honor in gratitude for their body of work, it must have been overwhelming indeed.
And since Abdul is obviously so taken with the guitar playing of Jimmy Page, please share with him the following, a joke I made after I first saw this performance: "Hey, Mr. Guitar Player, we need you to play one of the most famous electric guitar solos in the history of the instrument, the guitar solo in 'Stairway To Heaven', right in front of Jimmy Page and the other two surviving members of Led Zeppelin, and also a capacity crowd full of legendary artists. Oh, and the President and the First Lady will be there too. No pressure." 😳
The blonde lady, Nancy WIlson, is one of the best guitarists in the world.
As someone from Seattle, I agree!!
This just shows that, no matter the background, everyone recognizes great musical performances.
Led Zeppelin generally hated hearing covers of their great songs, simply because most never did them any justice. This performance was almost beyond belief, and they loved it!
I would say that other than the arranger who would have written all the parts for this very large group, the only person associated with this performance who was under greater pressure to get it right that night was the poor guitar player who had to play Jimmy Page's most famous solo right in front of him. And both absolutely knocked it out of the park.
Robert Plant said he doesn't like to sing "Stairway to Heaven" anymore but he was moved by his dear late friend's son's presence on drums, Jon Bonham. And I'm sure the wonderful arrangement and presentation with Seattle's own Heart. Never thought those long ago hot summer days when I could hear them performing live down at the Municipal Stadium at the Center from my apartment on Queen Anne hill in the mid-70's that I would be listening to this magnificent tribute by them so many years later. Time goes too, too fast. This was poignant. (Why John Paul Jones doesn't have a knighthood by now is beyond me. What a musical history and influence he has had.)
You're sooo right! JPJ, was the backbone, of the band!
These men here are Golden souls. I'm so glad that you're sharing these videos with them, and the world gets to watch. This song brings tears every time that I watch this video.
Very insightful comments from the Tribal folks ... Bravo!
I simply love these reactions. These men are open to new things and have my respect. Sending good wishes from Texas. Peace and hugs to you.✌️
Thank you... You all have beautiful hearts... Live long and good health.
Music is universal and touches human emotions. This was a lovely reaction that I thoroughly enjoyed.
J’ai déjà vu leurs réactions sur le solo de Jimmy page sur stairway to heaven j’avais adoré ❤
Là ils sont juste géniaux 🤩
Tellement différents et au final tellement pareils ❤❤❤❤❤
That was really cool to watch with them, It brings me joy to see that the language of human emotion, of facial expression, of music and celebration, it is all universal and translates beyond the mere words, the spoken languages we know and use. This is great! Thank you for posting!!
I think what really hit Robert Plant in the feels was seeing all those singers had the bowler hats like his dearly departed friend had always worn. They were there to be honored, but no one forgot his much missed friend.
Not to mention seeing John Bonham's son, which I think was a surprise on this particular occasion. Robert Plant and John Bonham were extremely close friends; John's passing likely hit him the hardest.
Chacha always so astute with his observations (his interpretation of Robert's mixed emotions in this case), another great reaction from the gang ❤
I can't believe I just used that word(astute) to describe his thoughts and reactions. I started reading Comments and some one with the same idea as me..I was blown away by the depth and wisdom of these elders. I hardly ever use astute but, that is one time to use it..
I'm so glad that they enjoy this music. I enjoyed it when it first came out.
Glad they loved it, you should have them listen to the American rock band known as Heart, the lady singing is Ann Wilson, and her sister Nancy is playing the guitar for the tribute to Led Zepplin, "Barracuda" and " Magic Man' are one of their bigger hit songs, Thanks for sharing with us!
Beautiful song by a very underrated singer. They are Canadian. Love from nova Scotia Canada
Heart is an American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington. Ann was born in San Diego, Nancy was born in San Francisco
I try to tell folks about the gentlemen and women in this videos. Their views on thing always fill my heart and teach me things. It is wonderful to hear the prospective of a different culture. I just saw Robert Plant perform this past June. I have only been listening to his music since then!
Wishing all of you continued health and happiness from America
Best TRYBALS ever. Ever. Peace, love and bellbottoms from Canada.
I love that President Obama cared so much about the arts and humanities ❤. This award night was immensely special.
Thank you so much for giving me an excuse to watch it and cry again for the dozenth time🤗
Epic performance and great reaction. I love to see so many people smile together. We all smile in the same language.❤😊
Awww... I'd like to stand in their honor. What a lovely thing to say and do. Hearts tribute was beautiful. ❤
The band members were crying because it was the original drummer’s son who was playing the drums during that tribute.
Thank you. These are brilliant and beautiful reactions. I love how insightful these men are.
It’s very rare, but every now and then, I see a UA-cam video that makes me believe in the human race.
Thanks and greetings to you, wise men 🙏
🤩What a Treat to see this Performance again and Enjoy it with You❤️Thank You👏👏👏
These gentlemen were spot on again.
I have grown very fond of these open minded tribal people & their reactions are unique & valuable. Please continue to bring us their opinions & observations - I appreciate your dedication with this project
I've broken bread with many Asianmusicians over my years touring World music and love your way of interpeting this tribute to Zeppelin in 2012. Heart are a remarkble pair of sisters who are well established with their ownband Heart. Gentlemen long may you continue sharing your reactions. Andi, Bristol England.
Ooh - suddenly I think that their next music reaction video needs to be from Heart. I would strongly recommend their performance of "Little Queen" live at California Jam II in 1978 - they CRUSH it. It is important to note that their stated goal when they first started was to become the female Led Zeppelin. And they pretty much made it, if you ask me.
It just shows, no matter where we are on this beautiful earth, our ears hear and our hearts feel and our eyes see.
Unforgettable performance. I watch it in full every time
Same everytime I watch it im in tears 💙
A couple of these guys I could hang with. Has an American I could hang with them amazing. Different but truly amazing.
Led Zeppelin was the greatest band ever!! The 3 remaining members were moved to tears!! Have them watch Zeppelin do it from 1973!!
The Chinese man is American. He is a world famous cello player named YoYo Ma. This shows how widely admired the music is.
The two ladies are sisters.
Yes, YoYo Ma, and Nancy & Anne Wilson, aka known as the American Rock Band "Heart", @TRYBALS , you should one of their songs, like "Barracuda" or " Magic Man"
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Robert Plant is touring Summer 2024 with Alison Krauss. She has 27 Grammys.
She and Yo Yo Ma made some recordings together also. Their Wexford Carol is incredible.
@@baskervillebee6097I'd love to see them cover one of the Plant/Krauss songs. While Plant doesn't have quite the range he did in his younger years, he still knows how to use what he has. He's still one of the coolest (and most professional) frontmen to ever grace a stage.
Those tears: The drummer who died 40 years ago was the singer's best friend. The drummer (Jason) was the original drummer's (John) son. The hats everyone wore were a memorial to John as well. The Wilson sisters covered that song beautifully
Adnan is a metal brother 🤘🏻
I still think that was the best cover version of any song I've heard.
I appreciate the care and research you put into the video and give them context as they listen
Thank you, though this was really sudden. I didn't knew of the band or even Jason. But good to know they loved it anyways.
@@TRYBALS Thats all part of the discovery, I guess haha. Sometimes you just check something out and end up finding a gem
Led Zeppelin's drummer, John "Bonzo" Bonham, an old friend of Robert Plant's who played together in a band before Led Zeppelin, died on 25 September, 1980, at the age of 32. He often wore a bowler hat on stage.
Here, his son, Jason Bonham, was playing drums. In honour of his father, he wore a bowler hat, as did the choir at the back, who rose up in the air just as the stupid cameraman cut away to the guitar player, spoiling the moment for the viewers.
Robert Plant had tears in his eyes at the memories of his old friend.
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At about 6:00 the commenters spend a lot of time commenting on the band members. I really like their comments! They seem very tuned in to the experiences of the band members.
You all seem very wise! Appreciate you guys, let's see some more.
I know you said this wasn't your favorite reaction due to the style, but thank you for posting it! This is one of my all-time favorite renditions of Stairway to Heaven. It makes me emotional every time, because of the love Heart and the other musicians had for the song, and because of the beautiful tribute to the late John Bonham (his son playing guitar, and the choir dressing like him).
I did not notice if it was pointed out to them that the drummer was Johns son .wearing his dads style of hat .When the chorus donned the same bowlers was the straw that broke the camels back with the tears .
The Trybals should check out Heart and their hits from the 70s.
The guy playing guitar in the new band is Sebastian Robertson, the son of Robbie Robertson who played for the band called The Band.
John Paul Jones who played bass for Led Zeppelin is the man sitting closest to the tv audience, and he and Sebastian played the Led Zeppelin song When The Levee Breaks in Playing For Change.
I love Heart, Ann and Nancy Wilson are legends in the Pacific Northwest of North America. Both Seattle, US and Vancouver, Canada claim this legendary band.
Robert Plant loves to perform with musicians from around the world and all cultures and I think from watching his interviews, that he has a deep love for music and the creation of music. Thank you so much for this wonderful reaction video.
HI…
Just FYI, This is NOT the full version of Heart’s amazing tribute performance. (This video was shortened for TV broadcasting.)
The FULL version is EVEN BETTER!🙏🏻
I hope Mashoque will one day see a live concert. He has such a great appreciation for the music.
Ann Wilson one of the great female singers of the golden age of RnR!!
As others have mentioned, when you understand the context of that concert, the human story, it is more than a musical performance, these Gentlemen are a credit to their Culture and families.
Excellent, music bring us together, and it feels good to feel connected to those brothers far away … we all have the same heart ! Thank you 🙏
This is the best Tribute to any band ever. Robert Plant is really emotional because OG drummer John Bonham wete best friends and when he saw the choir wearing hi signature hats it made him emotional❤
The drummer was also John Bonham's son.
@@TacomaGirl I know thats why Robert was so emotional he didn't know Jason would be there ♥️
Someone send these fellas some concert tickets!
I just loved this reaction, youre understanding and appreciation for this remarkable band was so heartfelt, thank you. This was my era when Led Zepplin first came out in the US, it was also my forst concert in 1973. This was a remarkable production. Love you guys ❤
I love to listen to you, guys. All my respect for you. Greeting from Spain.
Awesome and well deserved. Heart definitely proved here that they are worthy of a reaction of their own music as well. Peace/JT
There is a great live version of Kashmir here on youtube. It was in the 90s or early 2000s I think let this clip is from. It's absolutely my very favorite version of that song by them. I specifically think this version will speak to you guys because there's a lot of Shifting back and forth between rock and a very Eastern or middle eastern sound that they weave into it and it's just beautiful
You gentlemen are so wise, especially with regard to the important things in life: music, camaraderie, and being OPEN-MINDED. How much we could accomplish in life if acceptance was the norm. We all have so much to share, but that takes trust. If we can break down the distrust, the world would balance itself out.
I had bought tickets to their concert in Buffalo just before the loss of John. It was a dream of mine to see them live but it unfortunately didn't work out. I still listen to their music till this day. That Kennedy Center award ceremony was definitely an excellent modern take ( I also had tears in my eyes when this was first published....) I even had tears in my eyes watching it again.
Yes another Led Zeppelin review !!! Great, please go for « since I’ve been loving you live from MSG 1973 » !! 🫶
Robert Plant is a kind-hearted man who had to experience many strokes of fate. That's why he is so emotional and can create a strong connection with other people.
This is the music I grew up on. My dad was a huge Zeppelin fan.
Amazing… Thank you for sharing your reactions and thoughts for the rest of the world to witness, beautiful.
❤❤❤❤ You gentleman are absolutely wonderful...thank you so much
What beautiful people. Blessings to you all
This is such a wonderful reaction video! Thank You!
Heart was one of my favorite 2 bands when I was 10, in the 80's. :) I love this rendition by them.
The drummer is the son of the original drummer. The women singing the song are the band called HEART and they are sisters. Epic on all levels from all these incredible artists. Love your videos and these deep critiques and responses from your thoughtful guests. Well done!
I'm having "The immigrant song" by Led Zeppelin at my funeral. "Valhalla I am coming...." ❤ ❤❤
I've seen Heart twice, best sounding sisters ever!
You guys are awesome. I cry every time I watch the video. The love between the original band members and the drummer, who is the son of the original band member, is very nice.
OK, you’ve picked one of my favorite videos of all time to share with our friends. This is truly a feel-good go-to performance for me. Ann and Nancy Wilson are the best (I hope you mentioned that Nancy is a trailblazing guitarist, of her craft in general and regardless of gender, she’s of course still rockin’, and Heart such a great band. Love watching Robert Plant’s reaction. Can’t wait to watch this…. 🙂
Sorry this was so sudden that I didn't knew anything about Heart at all, neither did I knew that John's son was on the drums.
@@TRYBALS I think it’s really cool that you chose this performance to share anyway :) Heart was finally inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame in 2013. As a female led group they were very unique, Ann’s vocals are so powerful, and they’ve earned a lot of respect. Love your channel and good wishes to our tribal friends and apologies I don’t recall their names offhand. I remember looking up info on their beautiful patterned clothing once…
You have to listen to the studio version first always! Please let them here it! 🤘🇺🇸
They've heard it already...
The drummer is the original drummers son Jason Bonham. I got to see Heart in Victorian with Jason Bonham on the drums, it was spectacular!!!!! thank you guys for the memories LOVE
Pretty cool! These gentlemen definitely GET IT! Great that they could experience this performance.
There are no cultural bounds this song, and particularly this performance, will not cross🙏🏽
Thanks UA-cam algo. Really enjoyed the reactions especially the 3 gents watching the video at the same time. Great job by the host.
I had no idea that Indian men would find Rock and Roll enjoyable.
As a 65 year old white Canadian male drummer who has spent 50 years playing all these great old tunes from the late 60's to the 2000's.
Led Zeppelin my favorite band ! ❤❤❤
I always love your reactions! Much Love from the US, I am also a fellow reactor.
Thank you for such a wonderful video! ❤❤
You are so welcome!
I love these videos; each one is better than the last!❤❤❤
Not this one lol
I mean I should've known about Heart and Jason Bonham atleast
@@TRYBALS No apologies necessary. You are juggling a LOT. Grateful that this video was uploaded; the performance is still great, as is the feedback from everyone. Much love and respect to all - kf
@@TRYBALSif only i spoke your language- i would love to give you more background information on the songs you cover, and help with the translations! you’re still great, and i love, love, love your videos! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Everyone looked so nice today.
Nobody else could have done it better and with such respect😊
These dudes dress like the 12th century, but they are SHARP on the Zepplin!!!!!