They knew how great they were, the first song at their first rehearsal, they said when they were done, they stood there looking at each other. Don’t forget this is their first album, 4 perfect geniuses, coming together.
Bump and grind blues, what my friend from the UK called "humping music". But phenomenal stuff. JPJ, the bassist, is a fantastic keyboard player as well (and multi-instrumentalist), who played the bass foot pedals when at the keyboard live. He also did some writing and arranging. And the unbelievable harmonica solo is by Plant, the singer. Wow!!
As you found, this song is a reworking of the song by blues greats Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, and Earl Hooker. Zep loved putting a hard edge on blues songs and changing them musically, making them their own. When Robert sings along with the guitar, that's called a "call and response" and is a common feature of blues music; something which you'll often hear in their songs. As others mentioned, this was their debut album and this song gave each performer a little bit of a spotlight to "introduce" themselves, so to speak. So, you had a bit of harmonica from Robert, a bit of organ from bassist John Paul Jones, a bit of gritty guitar from Jimmy, and a bit of thunder from John Bonham. Both Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones had a lot of experience. Jimmy had been playing since he was a teenager before he became a much sought after session guitarist. In addition to learning his way around a studio, he also learned production techniques that would become invaluable. If you ever admire the production on a song/album, thank Jimmy because he produced all of them. Besides Jimmy, Jonesy was also a sought after session musician; he was the youngest one they had (Jimmy had been the first but Jonesy is younger). In addition to bass, he is a multi-instrumentalist and can play various keys, mandolin, and other instruments. During his time as a session musician, he also learned musical arrangement that he would occasionally employ with Zep. In contrast to the "polished" session musicians, Plant and Bonham were the "raw talent". They'd both been in several bands (sometimes together), but hadn't gained a wider audience outside The Midlands, where they came from. This album is considered one of the best debut albums in rock history.
One of my very favorites. Everyone gets their time to shine, this song shows listeners what they do, with the solos. Page & JPJ had experience recording, both were sessions musicians & both in demand. Page also recorded with The Yardbirds, Plant had recorded 3 singles, before Led Zeppelin. Yes I think other bands were worried too, because these guys were so amazing, & rose to the top very quick. It got to where other bands didn’t want them opening for them, nor to open for Led Zeppelin. Plant turned 20 the day after their first rehearsal, he’s the youngest of all 4, Bonham was a few months older. Look how great they made these songs they covered, they definitely paid homage to the blues they loved.
the session work, Page describes as apprenticeship in learning guitar styles and production techniques.He was on half the music that came out of London in the sixties . he had been palying in bands since he was 14 - Skiffle to start off with the rock - for fun try Hush your mouth by Mickey fynn he also released solo single she just satisfies . You need to know about the yardbirds - that is central to what happened - a reallygood innovative band which had a cult following in America. they had Eric Clapton then jeff Beck then jimmy page as guitarists. The reputation of page with the yardbirds is what got LZ going in America. John Paul Jones the bass and key player was also a highly regarded session musician ( multi instrumentalist) -when they play live he plays keys with his hands and bass pedals with his feet.Robert Plant and John Bonham were frinds since early teens and had been in several bands together and seperatley( most significantly The band of Joy) .In fact John Bonhams wife had banned him from being with RP in a band because they got up to so much mischief - they had to get special dispensation tojoin led zeppelin!! Young but very experienced . The Beatles had been the number one band since 1962 but were beginning to break apart - all through the sixties all bands were compared to them ,,and quite a few of them were very touchy about it -they must have thought it was their time but along came Led Zeppelin and overtook everyone in 1969. We know whats coming next and you are going to be Dazed and Confused .....once you have done the studio version you will need tocheck out the live versions otherwise you won't undestand what is happening. If you can get it you want the 30 minute version at MSG in 1973.if not the Royal Albert hall 1970
I was 20 when I saw them live at there second gig in the UK. Knew that they were destined to be great. Followed their careers from that day. I see your into guitar players. I recommend Pink Floyd with David Gilmore you won’t be disappointed
Your going on a wild trip with Zep your going to love it I got a chance to see them in 1975 it was mind blowing. You should check out Stevie Ray Vaughan's Texas Flood live at the El Mocamo.
They were not inexperienced. Jimmy Page and Jonsey were top studio musicians. They were so good musicians would wait to record with them. Jimmy is on many songs. Rolling Stones, The Who to name a few. When the Yardbirds finished, Jimmy knew what sort of a band he wanted to put together. Robert had been singing the blues and sneaking into clubs as a teenager. He knew John Bonham well and they'd been in a few bands together. So no, none of them were inexperienced. Far from it. There's many docs on UA-cam that tells their amazing story. They recorded this first album after being together for 3 months and they recorded it in 36 hours and then left to tour America I believe. There's so much petty jealousy from other musicians. Keith Richards 🤮 and Eric Clapton still love to trash Zeppelin. But they never, ever respond....PURE CLASS!♥️
Their first rehearsal as a band was on August 19 and they began recording the album on September 25, finishing just a few weeks later with, as you say, only 36 hours (including mixing) of studio time. Pretty incredible!
As someone aptly said, Led Zeppelin didn't go out every show and try to be the best band in the world, they just were.
Hammer of the Gods
You're gonna love the journey. It gets better and better.
❤❤Robert on harmonica ❤❤
They knew how great they were, the first song at their first rehearsal, they said when they were done, they stood there looking at each other. Don’t forget this is their first album, 4 perfect geniuses, coming together.
❤❤❤Robert ❤❤❤
Greetings from Canada. Blues call & response on steroids. Peace, love and bellbottoms.
Thanks for the Led Zeppelin and 1 of my Top 5 ❤
The greatest debut album ever 😮😮😮
Bump and grind blues, what my friend from the UK called "humping music". But phenomenal stuff. JPJ, the bassist, is a fantastic keyboard player as well (and multi-instrumentalist), who played the bass foot pedals when at the keyboard live. He also did some writing and arranging. And the unbelievable harmonica solo is by Plant, the singer. Wow!!
As you found, this song is a reworking of the song by blues greats Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, and Earl Hooker. Zep loved putting a hard edge on blues songs and changing them musically, making them their own. When Robert sings along with the guitar, that's called a "call and response" and is a common feature of blues music; something which you'll often hear in their songs. As others mentioned, this was their debut album and this song gave each performer a little bit of a spotlight to "introduce" themselves, so to speak. So, you had a bit of harmonica from Robert, a bit of organ from bassist John Paul Jones, a bit of gritty guitar from Jimmy, and a bit of thunder from John Bonham. Both Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones had a lot of experience. Jimmy had been playing since he was a teenager before he became a much sought after session guitarist. In addition to learning his way around a studio, he also learned production techniques that would become invaluable. If you ever admire the production on a song/album, thank Jimmy because he produced all of them. Besides Jimmy, Jonesy was also a sought after session musician; he was the youngest one they had (Jimmy had been the first but Jonesy is younger). In addition to bass, he is a multi-instrumentalist and can play various keys, mandolin, and other instruments. During his time as a session musician, he also learned musical arrangement that he would occasionally employ with Zep. In contrast to the "polished" session musicians, Plant and Bonham were the "raw talent". They'd both been in several bands (sometimes together), but hadn't gained a wider audience outside The Midlands, where they came from. This album is considered one of the best debut albums in rock history.
One of my very favorites. Everyone gets their time to shine, this song shows listeners what they do, with the solos. Page & JPJ had experience recording, both were sessions musicians & both in demand. Page also recorded with The Yardbirds, Plant had recorded 3 singles, before Led Zeppelin. Yes I think other bands were worried too, because these guys were so amazing, & rose to the top very quick. It got to where other bands didn’t want them opening for them, nor to open for Led Zeppelin. Plant turned 20 the day after their first rehearsal, he’s the youngest of all 4, Bonham was a few months older. Look how great they made these songs they covered, they definitely paid homage to the blues they loved.
This album was recorded in 36 hours!
the session work, Page describes as apprenticeship in learning guitar styles and production techniques.He was on half the music that came out of London in the sixties . he had been palying in bands since he was 14 - Skiffle to start off with the rock - for fun try Hush your mouth by Mickey fynn he also released solo single she just satisfies . You need to know about the yardbirds - that is central to what happened - a reallygood innovative band which had a cult following in America. they had Eric Clapton then jeff Beck then jimmy page as guitarists. The reputation of page with the yardbirds is what got LZ going in America. John Paul Jones the bass and key player was also a highly regarded session musician ( multi instrumentalist) -when they play live he plays keys with his hands and bass pedals with his feet.Robert Plant and John Bonham were frinds since early teens and had been in several bands together and seperatley( most significantly The band of Joy) .In fact John Bonhams wife had banned him from being with RP in a band because they got up to so much mischief - they had to get special dispensation tojoin led zeppelin!! Young but very experienced .
The Beatles had been the number one band since 1962 but were beginning to break apart - all through the sixties all bands were compared to them ,,and quite a few of them were very touchy about it -they must have thought it was their time but along came Led Zeppelin and overtook everyone in 1969.
We know whats coming next and you are going to be Dazed and Confused .....once you have done the studio version you will need tocheck out the live versions otherwise you won't undestand what is happening. If you can get it you want the 30 minute version at MSG in 1973.if not the Royal Albert hall 1970
Yes!!!! And JPJ was on half of them too!
I was 20 when I saw them live at there second gig in the UK. Knew that they were destined to be great. Followed their careers from that day. I see your into guitar players. I recommend Pink Floyd with David Gilmore you won’t be disappointed
If you’re interested, so many of their interviews are amazing to checkout, you learn so much about them.
Good question Mickolas about this "type" of blues.it's what Zeppelin did...they took the classic blues and turned it up side down and on it's head !
They were magnificent! Nobody is Zeppelin! JPJ plays any string or key instrument! And Robert plays harmonica and Jimmy produced ALL their albums!
Your going on a wild trip with Zep your going to love it I got a chance to see them in 1975 it was mind blowing. You should check out Stevie Ray Vaughan's Texas Flood live at the El Mocamo.
Supposedly I saw them in 1970. We all dropped acid and I realized many years later I don't have any memory of the show. Thank God for UA-cam.😂
Another lost gem is the late great Tommy Bolin in the group Zephyr. "Suns a rising" bluesy gutsy with Candy Givens on vocals. Same era.
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They were not inexperienced. Jimmy Page and Jonsey were top studio musicians. They were so good musicians would wait to record with them. Jimmy is on many songs. Rolling Stones, The Who to name a few. When the Yardbirds finished, Jimmy knew what sort of a band he wanted to put together. Robert had been singing the blues and sneaking into clubs as a teenager. He knew John Bonham well and they'd been in a few bands together. So no, none of them were inexperienced. Far from it. There's many docs on UA-cam that tells their amazing story. They recorded this first album after being together for 3 months and they recorded it in 36 hours and then left to tour America I believe. There's so much petty jealousy from other musicians. Keith Richards 🤮 and Eric Clapton still love to trash Zeppelin. But they never, ever respond....PURE CLASS!♥️
Their first rehearsal as a band was on August 19 and they began recording the album on September 25, finishing just a few weeks later with, as you say, only 36 hours (including mixing) of studio time. Pretty incredible!