Ok, this video was originally blocked and I got an email from UA-cam today saying it was unblocked. I didn’t do anything it just happened. Thank you Led Zeppelin:) and all of you who reached out to them on Twitter. I think that’s what did it.
Plant and Bonham were 21, Jones was 23 and Page was the old man of 25 when they recorded this classic. The band had been in existence for about a year. So much talent.
That old man (Jimmy Page) was the best rock producer in England at the time. So he decided to start his own band. Led the other three around like kids the first few years of LZ. Not that scary. Different times kids. You can do it too! Play till your fingers bleed, then do it again. Never give up. Never sign a contract. Always love life/God! You can be a musician & live well.
My God to be so young and have their music so together.Thankyou for pointing out their age. They were composing some incredible stuff so young. Some will say the sold their souls?? If so whom ever helped them were amazing too..
This is the equivalent of watching a 13th century master stonemason point out the masterwork of a cathedral built in the 12th century to a journeyman he is training. Thank you, Mr. Beato. We don't deserve this level of instruction, but we are thankful for it.
This was the FIRST live music I ever heard - BY ACCIDENT. Went to see Taj Mahal, the opening act for "some band" I never heard of (!) Got 8th row seats on the center aisle of a small, acoustically perfect classical music venue. I was pretty excited... Then the promoter came out and apologized; Taj's truck had broken down, and he wasn't going to make it. I wanted to leave, but my older brother wanted to stay. I remember that the promoter offered, "You can either have four hours of Led Zeppelin, or you can leave and get your $5 back." We stayed. That night, Jimmy Page ruined a perfectly good Boy Scout.
Ok, my dream video would be Rick interviewing Pagey himself. Everyone else wants to ask the band about their party-hard lifestyle. I can only imagine what that qualitative, in the studio interview with Jimmy Page about writing, playing, and recording would be like.
@@Peter_Schiavo And, Showing those two whipper Snappers how it's done. The cut where Page goes into Kashmir was epic, and the look on Edge & Jacks face was priceless. During that 30 seconds they both understood where they live in the halls of guitar gods.
Dear Jimmy Page, Do the universe one small thing and get in touch with Rick Beato and let him talk with you about music. Let him film it so we can all hear what you guys talk about.
This episode left me actually crying, and then laughing at myself for crying over a song and a UA-cam video. Hearing the instruments and vocals isolated, the passion with which you talk about the musicianship, Rick, and the pure joy in your face listening to what has ALWAYS been one of my favourite songs of all time - it's just overwhelming and emotional. THIS is music.
I also ended up with the 1st gen pre-mix multitracks of the 2nd album, and it is not hyperbole to say they are an absolute goldmine of just fucking mindblowing talent. You dont even realize how John Paul Jones is just all over the damn place on that bass. At any time, he and page may each be playing seperate intertwining halves of the melody line, and plants voice is more like an instrument than vocals. And my god, Bonham...
So, I’m not the only one!! 😂. Today’s music is empty and soulless. It doesn’t connect on any level. All this pent up emotion left in us. Desperate to connect with anything and is left unrequited. Then. you hear the good old stuff we were raised on, but with new ears. that emotional damn is pierced and gives way. Nothing left to do so let it all out and enjoy the ride. Feels good
Reading this little thread ended with me making a decision. When we get back into full swing with live music, I’m going to make a point of seeing at least one of the old greats before it’s too late. Not sure if the remaining Led Zeppelin guys will hit the road ever again, but perhaps someone like Santana or whoever from that general era might be doing some shows. It really is a treat to see guys like that. Awakes something inside of you. Like has been said - a connection. It’s visceral. It’s healthy. It’s magical.
Thanks to Jimmy and Robert and management for allowing Rick's video, his superb enthusiastic and knowledgeable deep dive into this beautiful song. He is like an art critic appreciating a masterpiece, looking into the artist's technique, brush strokes and composition. The ultimate educational video maker on UA-cam.
For me, Page is the most creative guitarist ever. He wrote so many parts that most guitarists would have made the prominent guitar hook of a song, but for Page they were pieces of the puzzle. Now that they seem to have taken the handcuffs off, please do more Zeppelin.
Absolutely. There are four minute Zeppelin songs that have about five or six guitar riffs just hidden in there somewhere that any other guitarist would have killed to have as a main hook. "Ramble On" is one. I'm also thinking of something like "The Rover".
More than that, four musicians of incredible skill at the peak of their powers. It's why pretty much all the heavy metal bands (many of them very good) never got close to Zep. Jimmy Page was a consummate technical guitarist, Plant had a vocal range and skill one in a million, JPJ and Bonham were masters of their crafts. There have been very few bands of any kind, metal or not, who had musicians of such skill at each position. Then they turned it up to 11 and did things that were outrageous for the time and never matched since. The thing about Ramble On is it describes the style of the music and not just the lyrics. The song is relentless, even when it starts softly with a acoustic guitar and pitter-patter drums in the background, it reaches out, grabs you and takes you for a musical ride. That "click-track" drum beat is absolutely essential to the whole thing. It drives the song forward.
"In the darkest depths of Mordor, l met a girl so fair. But Gollum and evil one, crept up and slipped away with her." Man l dig those Tolkien references.
I used to think he said "and the evil one" too, but he's actually referring to Gollum as "the evil one", and just does a little accent before he sings "the". So it's "But Gollum, a-the evil one, crept up and slipped away with her".
I'm gonna' figure Jimmy Page just became a Rick Beato fan .. given that the boys likely made a decision to let this one re-post .. you know Jimmy just heard this, loved it, and told his management to stop their banhammering. .. I bet he's going through all the Beato stuff now. Learnin' jazz theory. :)
I certainly hope you are 100% correct. Rick has done such excellent work breaking down this classic Led Zeppelin song. I've been a fan of Zeppelin since these things were first published, and Rick's kid-like amazement and amazing break-downs just makes me want to hear their whole discography again and again. Masters at their craft.
If only ECM would wake up too. They're killing themselves with a sleeping driver at the wheel. Gary Burton, Eberhard Weber, Pat Metheny .. Terje Rypdal! I cant show Terje to anyone, he suffers .. the lost fans suffer. The world needs that stuff and it's falling into obscurity fast.
Passion, Rick has a ton of passion for music. His college lectures must have been awesome. Wish I’d made the trek from Eisenhower college to Ithaca way back 🤣
I love how Rick plays air guitar while holding a guitar at the chorus. He is like a little kid when listening. Pure joy of the music. I am quite familiar. I get like that all the time.
Having a guitar in front of him and still plays air-guitar :D Only Rick can do that and still be adorable and funny because he has a true passion for the music.
Gotta love the enthusiasm of the man to just feel compelled to participate by playing air guitar for a song he's probably heard ad nauseum at this point in the taping, and in his life.
Well, this is slightly terrifying. Rick Beato opened his mouth, and the internet listened. That's some serious internet-power, Rick! Use it wisely, and don't destroy us with your new Personal Army! ;)
I saw Led Zeppelin in 1973 at the Forum in Los Angeles. I was 17 years old. They opened the show with The Immigrant Song. It was an amazing concert and the moment it ended, my friend and I went to LAX and boarded a midnight flight to San Francisco. Looking back, I realize what a lucky kid I was, growing up in a time when music was exploding with genius. Thank you for such a fantastic breakdown of this masterpiece.
Every time I hear this song it's like it's painting a picture of Autumn. I can just feel the crisp air and see the leaves falling. This tune never gets old....for me anyway. It's another testamaent to the genius of Page...and the musicianship of the Plant, Bonzo, and Jones to bring that vision to life. Still hard to believe this was released in 1969 because it always sounds so timeless to me.
When will bands/their management/record labels learn that videos like these turn people on to the artist being covered, as well as helping people learning theory, songwriting, etc? Blocking content such as this is asinine, in my opinion. Thank you so much for these videos, Rick, and keep up the fantastic work. I, and many, many others greatly appreciate it. 🤘🏼🤘🏼
I'm sure each of these episodes causes a spike in sales of the album/song or at least thousands of plays on streaming services. I know I've went out and bought a few albums because of his coverage!
If they had any sense, the record labels/ band management people would realise that videos such as this are great FREE advertising for their clients work.
UA-cam to Led Zeppelin : "Rick Beato did a video about one of your songs." LZ: "BLOCK IT! DELETE IT!" YT: "OK, done. Shame though. He breaks the song down to its component parts and demonstrates through that process what utterly brilliant, insanely talented, and unique musicians you all are." LZ: "UNBLOCK IT! UNDELETE IT!"
To be fair on LZ, I doubt any of the band members are involved in this kind of thing day-to-day... it'll be record label employees following protocols laid down by legions of music industry IP lawyers terrified they'll lose a few cents of royalties somewhere.
Rick also explained in another video that any revenue generated out of this video goes entirely to the band. YT and LZ were shooting themselves in the foot by blocking it. Glad they realized their mistake and unblocked it.
Also influential was his showmanship and stage theatrics as a live performer! Yes, I've thought to myself before, if people sometimes think Jimmy seems a bit full of himself, it's at least well earned. Just his contributions to music production would have merited him a solid place in the halls of rock history. That there's an argument to be made that he's also the best ever rock songwriter is astonishing. That neither of these things are even the particular musical talent _for which he's best known_ (I often hear him referred to as one of the 'guitar gods')...it's almost inconceivable. For those that don't know, before Zeppelin and The Yardbirds, Jimmy was one of the most sought-after session musicians in England, and he played guitar on dozens of hits back in the '60s.
I love when Rick starts smiling as the song starts. You can tell how much he loves and appreciates music. The main reason i love Rick is because of his passion. He can make any song sound amazing
Rick, I have been eating breathing and sleeping Zeppelin since I was 12 years old and I am 56 this is by far the best breakdown of a Zeppelin song I have ever seen in my life and I suspect Page, Plant and Jones have watched this and simply must feel overjoyed and justifiably so proud of what they accomplished here, mind you all of them were in their early twenties at the time this was recorded which is even more astonishing! This is truly a wonderful presentation and you are a master at showcasing the music we all love. But I have to end on a note of sadness that as a drummer all I can think of is how sad I am that John Bonham is not here to watch this video with the rest of us, but we must believe he is in a better place shining some light down on us and I'm sure he would have loved this. You are special guy Rick. Peace, Bob M.
This is why I've always described Zep's music as 'alchemic' - you take four base elements and together you make gold. Infact; Page has said countless times that in interview 'look, listen to the music and then listen again to the guitar, then again to the bass and the vocals and the drums because you've got four master musicians right at the top of their game'. And that is Led Zeppelin - that is Zeppelin, right there...
@@thenowchurch6419 I don't know, I've heard plenty of live performances from them, when all members were killing. Just copy and paste this into UA-cam search: Led Zeppelin Live Performance - January 9th, 1970 (Jimmy Page's Birthday) Then tell me Plant and Page can't hang, live. Most bands have their on and off days. Although, legend has it, John Paul Jones has never flubbed a note.
thenowchurch Plant sounds amazing on How The West Was Won. Many of the songs (like OTHAFA) were just too hard on his voice to repeatedly sing throughout a tour.
@@samwell707 Page And Jone (John Baldwin) had been studio musicians for a couple of years prior to forming The MLZ...so they did have quite a bit of recording experience....it is
@@thomasjameshenderson8145 Your opinion and u are entitled it. But how many Beatles cover bands do you hear of? There are literally 100's of MLZ cover bands making a living all over world. That in itself doesn't mean The MLZ is simply unsurpassed, but it does say a lot about popularity and influence....it is
@@kensalazar5066 I think Zeppelin is as influential as the beatles, maybe even more. However I believe it doesn’t have the amount of tracks that the beatles have and any can be your favorite depending on the day. I have my select favorites from LZ and those are the same as most people. But I cannot pinpoint a favorite from TB, I can listen to about 20 songs from them that any could be a band defining track. Musically and melodically I enjoy the beatles more too. Also they are the best selling band ever. But if anyone likes zeppelin more i guess i cannot argue.
One thing I've always noticed about Plant, aside from the obvious, is that he is absolutely fearless as a vocalist. It's really fun to hear. He became so confident by the time the second album was recorded. Fantastic. And that isolated drum part..... good lord.
Ramble On has a nostalgia about it, as if it were always a part of the human psyche. It's as if I remember it from a previous life, even though I don't believe in such things. One of my favorite songs of all time.
@@AlecBridges I was not going there, but you are welcomed to pose the question!.......I was wondering if he is a 60's or 70s child or if he became a fan from a newer generation. A lot of young people are being awakened by 70's and 80s music. My son and daughter really like this stuff. Kids who hear the 70's and 80's music instantly tell the difference over Cardi whatever being obscene and degraded.
My kids were never interested in my music but they were excited about the Lord of the Rings movies and books. One day while driving Ramble On was on the radio and I told the kids to listen to the lyrics and when they heard the references to Gollum and Mordor the look on their faces was priceless. They have been LZ fans ever since and now are turning their friends on to LZ at college.
When my kids went into the junior Navy ROTC program, they finally figured out what "No Quarter" was about... My daughter is an officer in the Navy - she lives by that motto now
As far as a musician, jimmy is unmatched. Not just his guitar playing, which was unbelievable, but his prowess in the studio as far as scoring, arranging and overall producing, leaves him in a class all to himself. No one did more…NO ONE!!!
“As far as a musician, Jimmy is unmatched.” I love Jimmy Page and Zeppelin, but you just cannot make such a claim (unless perhaps completing your sentence with ‘in my opinion.’ Forgive me, but it’s a bit silly.
Interview with a guitarist- Rick: So in the bridge you decided to use V7 substitution from a parallel scale and then use a #5 mirrored from the bass player. Guitarist: Well, I was messing around and thought putting my pinkie on the 8th fret sounded cool! Guitar players come here to find out what they did.
This is so fucking true for a lot of guitarists/musicians! However, I think (as also stated by another comment here) that Page and Jones pretty much knew what they were doing. Jones is a very underrated genius when it comes to music theory, he's like Brian Jones, only sober and a hundred times better!
Red Faust I follow Jimmy Page on Instagram and I comment how much I enjoy UA-camrs’ reactions (especially young reactors) and analysis of their music as often as I think of it. I also believe that the new generation deserves to hear them, too.
Rock itself is killing rock,because it's not evolving anymore,Rick is delusional when he says that "computer music" or whatever is killing rock,rock killed itself...but we will always have the great classics, that's undeniable
@@andrewbiggs8435 I believe he has some underground connection to people who've gotten their hands on the masters. I can't see any other way to isolate individual instruments so cleanly. I've thought you could build some means of discriminating between instruments using distinctions in their tambours (unique waveform sets that only the individual instruments can create), but I don't see how that can be done. I'm surprised anyone but Page would have access to these particular masters knowing how guarded he is with his IP.
Led Zep is the greatest band of all time, with absolute virtuosos as members. Their sounds will never cease to amaze and no matter how many times their songs are heard they always fascinate.
I listened to Zep II on my underdash 8 track in my 1970 cutlass until it wouldn’t play anymore, even with the matchbook under the right lower corner.I miss those days.
In 1969, I was 15 years old, and remember vividly the first time I heard Ramble On. There was an incredibly powerful radio station out of Mexico (known for Wolfman Jack), that we got, very clearly, at night. I was laying in bed listening to a little alarm clock radio, and Ramble On came on. I almost broke down crying. It was the most beautiful thing I had ever heard. It was days before I found out what it was. It was the most incredible time to be 15, ever. The great music was just pouring out from everywhere. Me and my friends argued every day about what was the greatest new song. Great memories.
I was born in 1953 and I completely agree! Seemed like every week a classic album or song was being released. Boy were we spoiled. Shame it had to end. I first heard LZ when they were being interviewed on the local underground FM station in Detroit. I wasn't familiar with the band so unfortunately I didn't pay much attention, but I remember Page was breaking down how they recorded the songs on Led Zeppelin 1. I wish I could go back and listen again!
@@anthonymcilwain4426 I've always believed that both he and Jimmy are pretty good guys (and I think It's Gonna Get Loud and various interviews he's done show how Page is) and were never behind all the blocking. And it's interesting that there, even a few months ago, was next to nothing of Zep live on youtube, but more and more is becoming available.
"This is real people playing real music together" - that's a great quote at the end, Rick. It's all so organic - and boy those were really the good days of music.
@@AndrewLale MTV, after a while the bands had to be pretty. The Disney Channel/Nickelodeon, producing garbage fake "bands" who's synchronized dancing and lip syncing mattered more than content, and they were pretty, ruined an entire generation's sense for good music. ITunes. Killed the record companies. ...And it's over.
Check out his collabs with Alison Krauss- he's *still* making goosebumps! Incredible alchemy with Alison's gorgeous voice. (Search here for the "Sound Emporium" live session- absolutely amazing! Excellent backing musicians also) 🎤🎤
Rick, the “click track” at the acoustic part of the song in the beginning is not a “click track” at all. It’s Bonham hitting the sticks on his drum seat! :) I have a book called “The Stories Behind Every Zeppelin Song” and it mentions that for this song he just started doing that as he was waiting for his part in the studio. They loved it and kept it in the song. Love this song!!
He was the coolest drummer and played with the coolest front man, guitar player and bassist/keyboardist. Like Jack Black once said “the greatest rock band ever....” - nothing has ever been more true.
This is why I consider Jimmy Page to be best guitarist ever. His knack for beautiful and interesting chords is unmatched, even when he’s playing with overdrive. His style is surprisingly complex on deeper analysis. Other virtuosos like EVH, Yngwie, Satriani, etc, can run circles around him in speed and technically, bit Jimmy had the gift of composition and harmony.
Yes! Page’s greatest strength is being able to lay down any number of tracks that each sound great on their own, with the sum being greater than the parts when taken as a whole. Alex Lifeson is another guitarist with that skill, his solo in “Lakeside Park” just sounds amazing with his 2 other tracks.
jimmys solos are so incredibly melodic and his phrasing is so "choice picked"....every measure of it is a magical event/journey......sure the other virtuosos are great....but they dont wield the magic like jimmy does.....nobody does friend
@@oldman0995 You know, the only real guitar solo that often floats around in my head is Stairway To H. I can never recall any other lightening quick lead solo of any band. Sometimes less is more. Clarity.
I almost cried when saw it was de-blocked. I want to believe someone heard, I want to believe the artists of this piece were the ones. I love to think you were heard, because hearing is your life and that would be poetic...
At the ripe old age of 15, I reached into my deceased uncle's cassette case and pulled out "Led Zeppelin" to hear who they were and what they sounded like. If I had to pick one band, it would be them. If I had to pick one song, this would be it.
@@srhbluerain still the same, tastes haven't changed, as far as playing, it's whatever the band is playing. Mostly classic rock, but very few attempt Led Zeppelin 🙂 You ?
I’ve enjoyed this song for over 40 years but only in the last year or so really started to study it, and I’ve come to believe that even on top of iconic and outstanding bass and drums this song is a tour de force of guitar arrangement. After years of mind-numbing studio work Mr. Page got to lay down just what he wanted and he didn’t hold back at all. You’re right Rick, it’s not one of Led Zeppelin’s greatest songs, it’s one of modern music’s greatest songs. So happy you reviewed it. Nice job.
@@NWLee Page is of course a force of nature on the guitar, but I always felt his real superpower was arranging guitar parts in these successive layers. You're right, I'm sure a lot of that came from his session work because he really got to see the sausage factory up close. You throw in John Paul Jones into that who is supremely talented at arranging in his own right (as well as also being a monster player) and good things just couldn't help but happen.
My Dad was 20 years old when "II" was released. Somewhere along the way, he lost his copy. I remember, vividly, a family visit to some cousins when I was about 7 years old (which would have been '82 or so) and my Dad flipping through my cousin's record collection. He asked my cousin to record a tape copy of this record. My Dad handed it to me and said, "This is something you need to know". Changed my life. Not specifically the pirated copy of "II" but the door that record opened for me as a music fan is among the greatest gifts I've ever received.
bws1971 That is how he said it. My dad was an English teacher so I know he used those words with intent. It was the same when he introduced me to “Who’s Next”.
@@bpmufx My step sister was born in the 90's and she's a HUGE Zep fan. Robert Plant isn't my thing really, but the music is nothing short of lightning in a bottle. So raw. Its everything Rock & Roll was meant to be.
I’m 64 years old and I always liked the song since I was a child. But now listening to you explain why it’s so awesome, I absolutely love it even more. It’s exquisite joy watching you be excited about all the incredible detail that you dig out and share with us mere simple mortals. Life on earth is much better because of you Mr. Beato!
I absolutely concur! I saw that this video was to highlight what made Ramble on great as observed by Professor Beato, and was all in. This made me smile, alone enjoying it uninterrupted. What a treat. 😊❤
They are one of those that pretty much everyone likes, i think there are only a few. The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd. Maybe Queen. If you can include artists, Michael Jackson for sure. Within my family, Pink Floyd is the biggest collective favorite.
Dana Webb This may be a stretch, but I believe it is from listening to the Robert Johnson blues records in which he had a very, very fast vibrato. Some have said it was from the difference in recording and playback speed’s of the era.
He was untouchable when this was recorded.A God. From 68-71 Plant was the best rock singer in history. IMO. By 72 it was failing him, though he could still do it. After that his voice, his surgery...he was a mere mortal. Plant gave his all and pushed his voice to incredible limits at the start of zep and he paid for it. The music we got though is just mind blowing.
@@rickchyczewski576 He was always IT for me from when I would have been about 10 as my older brother got onto Led Zep and bought the albums. That sound! I realised much later Plant's vocal had a magic ingredient few could hold a candle to: that pure, in the moment authenticity like he was making it up on the spot based on how he felt at the time. Untouchable. But hey - they were all brilliant!
Great comment. I love the vibrato he uses so eloquently. Unlike about 3 very popular female singers I could name off the top of my head who are over the top vibrato they sound like a sheep bleating.
Led Zeppelin should probably pay you for promoting their songs, always loved ramble on and your analysis adds a deeper meaning to it. Thank you very much Rick.
*A Message Of Overwhelmingly Simple Logic To Music Publishing-Rights Owners:* When people talk about your song, more people *buy your song.* Use your brain and cool it with the ignorant disregard of Fair Use along with the poor business sensibility. Imagine explaining to your bosses or shareholders why you flagged a video that was well into the top 100 YT Trending which was effectively selling your song to countless thousands of listeners.
Heard this song at least a thousand times, maybe more, in the last 50 years, since it was released. I still pickup the "air bass" and play along... some times I set down the bass and play the drums... You get weird looks when you're in the car, knee steering. But you have done it again with deconstruction. I will never "just" hear this song anymore. You can bet I'll be LISTENING for all the nuances you have revealed in this video. Big thanks Rick!
This song for all these years still sounds fresh and undated, your comments I can sure relate to. I have a nephew, 42, who loves Led Zep, and he has every album they put out, he gets to blast it as he drives down the road in his porche convertible, knee steering for long periods of time, he says he gets stares but he does not care
“It’s like an orchestra but there is only electric, acoustic, bass and a click track…. They got it down to the essence, they don’t 150 tracks they only need 8 tracks. That is really the difference between organic music there and this pop music done on computer with can sounds. This is real people playing real music together.” What a fitting conclusion to an amazing video. Thank you Rick.
Adding the acoustic guitar while going over the bass line is fantastic and really helps the listener hear what you're describing! Thanks for everything you do, Rick!
When gods walked the earth. I was in high school when Led Zeppelin graced our planet with their presence. They will always be the greatest rock band ever!
There is only one problem with this song: on the album it has to compete with at least six songs that are just as great. I have listened to thousands and thousands albums in the last 50 years, but when people ask what my favourite albums is I don’t even have to think: Led Zeppelin II. I’ve always taken Ramble On for granted, but this video showed me the true originality and musicianship on this recording. I still remember that in 1971 my mother found the hysterical screaming awful and could not understand that my brother and I were listening to this and, even worse, had payed 21 guilders for it!
Was in my early 20s, bought LZ2 cause some friends in a band played their stuff a lot. Must have played it 20 times before the album really hit me! Not just Ramble On but the whole album. I find that music that really talks to and moves me is an acquired taste. This album is one of my favourites. Good review, really enjoyed it. Would like some of your anlysis on “Guess Who”.
YEEEEESSSSSSS!. No idea why a band wouldn't want someone as well versed and educated in music as you Rick to blab about how great their song is. Mind blowing to me. Your talking about what makes it great! Hopefully this is the axis of change for bands/ labels to pull their heads out of their asses and let someone of knowledge acknowledge their work and share with the world. After all it will equal album sales and more money to them. Good work my brother Rick! Thank you!!!
I really think that the video "The Era Of Perfect Music" helped a lot too... Gosh, I´m glad I can finally watch an episode of What makes this song great involving Led Zeppelin and it won´t be taken down. Your hard work paid off Rick :) I hope that in the future other bands (The Beatles, The Beatles, The Beatles please) will change their approach to this too.
To answer the question in the title of this video, the word 'patina' comes to mind. Obviously Zep were all amazing players, and you can hear that in all the subtle details of each part. But more than that, the finished product always felt broken in, well-worn, like a leather belt that was handed down from an elder. Its never perfect, never too clean or antiseptic, and there's always some fuzz or slight variation that lets you know its hand-made. It feels so organic and analogue, especially when compared to most modern music. Yes they were great players, but the way their music was produced and recorded was like a fifth member of the band. Perhaps it was just the quality of the gear at the time, but knowing Page I'm pretty sure it was intentional.
What makes this comment great? Excellent and insightful observation written with skill. "Like a leather belt that was handed down from an elder." You a writer? This observation being included in the video would've made the video even better.
I could write a book sized comment on just this song alone, but I’ll keep it simple with a few basic thoughts. Page’s “light and shade” concept is on fine display here. The production alone is amazing. It wasn’t until I was playing bass in a cover band that I realized how talented JPJ was. Because the way he played his parts, you don’t realize how complex his playing actually is. He didn’t just hold down the low end, he complimented what the guitar did while locking in the groove. When you were breaking down the chords in the pre-chorus, I heard the individual notes outlining a melody that was being played in the bass part. Bonham’s playing is fierce and intricate at the same time. And nobody could lay it down like Plant. As far as I’m concerned, you could do a song by song breakdown of Zeppelin and I’d be happy.
I love how Rick has all the music theory knowledge in the world, and a great ear, but when it comes to describing JPJ's bass line at 8:30 it's just "duh-duh-duh-duh-daa". That is how great that riff is.
I’m so glad this was unblocked. The passion that went into this shows. The best WMTSG so far. Edit: Thanks to all the protesters. The irony and beauty that a hippie band responded to this deserves praise.
This Band Zeppelin... The voice of Plant, licks by Page, humming base by Jones and most of all the thunderous drums of Bonham... The gods are responsible in the creation of this band! They are just way ahead of their time, pure geniuses in their respective fields! Led Zepp forever!
I was 17 in '69 and growing up in NYC. We were blessed with a lot of good FM stations but my favorite WNEW with Scott Muni leading into Alison Steele, the night bird. That was back in the time when a DJ played what they wanted and did deep dives into albums. Zep 1, 2 and 3 were played a lot. I miss that style of radio.
That is so true! I don't know if it was because it was that time in life growing from a teenager to a man or was it just that all the music was so fantastic. Maybe it was a little of both? I really don't know if that type of creativity will ever come again. I sure am glad I was alive then when it was happening.
I was going to post something along the same lines. Everyone once in a while you need to tell people when they pull a dick move they are pulling a dick move. Rick is introducing this music to a new generation, and certainly isn't stealing it. The way that Led Zeppelin, Queen, The Eagles, etc act you would think they would like for now one to listen to their music ever again.
No one in the history of rock music has (or likely ever will) match Robert Plant's feel and expression in his singing. Add to this his incredible smouldering stage presence and charisma, and you have the ultimate, undisputed rock frontman.
Led Zeppelin.. Greatest band in the history of rock music as far as I'm concerned. Each member outstanding in their own right. Jimmy Page is a genius. Who approaches the guitar parts like that?! Great video Rick.
And John Bonham. The way the drums and the bass work together and around each other in this song are just amazing to me. I love the vocals, but actually do not care about the lyrics. It is my favorite Led Zeppelin song, and finally I find someone else, Rick Beato, who seems to love it too.
Yes, as one of the comments above used 2 key words that describe this dyn-o-mite song; one was 'timeless'. It really is as you never get tired of hearing it!
The bass sound is pure genius, long live Jonesy! Love the fantastic overall analysis by Rick, it makes this classic even more enjoyable. Led Zeppelin’s ability to create so many different facets of rock music proves that they are simply the greatest of all time, and to think their average age when writing this iconic song is less than 23, their talents were simply out of this world!
Ok, this video was originally blocked and I got an email from UA-cam today saying it was unblocked. I didn’t do anything it just happened. Thank you Led Zeppelin:) and all of you who reached out to them on Twitter. I think that’s what did it.
Glad you got it back on Rick 👍
how do I get you to listen to my album?
woo-hoo!!!!!
Awesome!!!! This series is my favorite thing on UA-cam and I'd hate to see you lose your joy over that sort of thing!
That's great! Keep it up Rick :D
Plant and Bonham were 21, Jones was 23 and Page was the old man of 25 when they recorded this classic. The band had been in existence for about a year. So much talent.
Fuckin’ scary, man!
That old man (Jimmy Page) was the best rock producer in England at the time. So he decided to start his own band. Led the other three around like kids the first few years of LZ. Not that scary. Different times kids. You can do it too! Play till your fingers bleed, then do it again. Never give up. Never sign a contract. Always love life/God! You can be a musician & live well.
My God to be so young and have their music so together.Thankyou for pointing out their age. They were composing some incredible stuff so young. Some will say the sold their souls?? If so whom ever helped them were amazing too..
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This is the equivalent of watching a 13th century master stonemason point out the masterwork of a cathedral built in the 12th century to a journeyman he is training. Thank you, Mr. Beato. We don't deserve this level of instruction, but we are thankful for it.
Excellent analogy!
This was the FIRST live music I ever heard - BY ACCIDENT. Went to see Taj Mahal, the opening act for "some band" I never heard of (!) Got 8th row seats on the center aisle of a small, acoustically perfect classical music venue. I was pretty excited...
Then the promoter came out and apologized; Taj's truck had broken down, and he wasn't going to make it. I wanted to leave, but my older brother wanted to stay.
I remember that the promoter offered, "You can either have four hours of Led Zeppelin, or you can leave and get your $5 back." We stayed.
That night, Jimmy Page ruined a perfectly good Boy Scout.
Omg... the music gods were smiling on you. What was the date? What song did they open with? Must have been mind blowing
Imagine it happens nowadays : You can listen Led Zeppelin for 4 hours instead, or we will give you back money. It would be a good joke.
Do you recall what percentage of the people stayed? Seems like a fairly strange pairing...Zep and Taj Mahal...
Was this in January 1969 in San Francisco at the Fillmore West? (I googled it.)
"Ruined"? Did you go backstage with them at the end and shoot heroin or something? Lmao But awesome story, to be honest I wish I was you.
Ok, my dream video would be Rick interviewing Pagey himself. Everyone else wants to ask the band about their party-hard lifestyle. I can only imagine what that qualitative, in the studio interview with Jimmy Page about writing, playing, and recording would be like.
That is the reason I liked "It Might Get Loud. Three guitarists sitting around and talking technique. Page is charming and funny and informative.
YES!!! Oh please make this happen.
@@Peter_Schiavo And, Showing those two whipper Snappers how it's done. The cut where Page goes into Kashmir was epic, and the look on Edge & Jacks face was priceless. During that 30 seconds they both understood where they live in the halls of guitar gods.
We need to make this happen! Page is a super music nerd and loves to talk about all the little details. This kind of stuff is right up his alley.
Jimmy is my freakin' HERO!!!
To be fair Jimmy Page, in my opinion, was the greatest song arranger of the rock era.
You’re 100% right. But also wrong: John Paul Jones.
I agree. And Richard Carpenter is right there with him.
Yes, we exist. "Led Zepplin and Carpenters are the Greatest" fans
Dear Jimmy Page,
Do the universe one small thing and get in touch with Rick Beato and let him talk with you about music. Let him film it so we can all hear what you guys talk about.
That would be the coolest thing ever.
The closest you’ll ever get to that is It Might Get Loud.
Oh my God, that would be my dream! I'd love to see that!
That NEEDS to happen! It might get even louder! :)
That would be awesome... Get on twitter guys, and make a request!
This episode left me actually crying, and then laughing at myself for crying over a song and a UA-cam video. Hearing the instruments and vocals isolated, the passion with which you talk about the musicianship, Rick, and the pure joy in your face listening to what has ALWAYS been one of my favourite songs of all time - it's just overwhelming and emotional. THIS is music.
Spot on Scott, I had exactly the same reaction.
I also ended up with the 1st gen pre-mix multitracks of the 2nd album, and it is not hyperbole to say they are an absolute goldmine of just fucking mindblowing talent. You dont even realize how John Paul Jones is just all over the damn place on that bass. At any time, he and page may each be playing seperate intertwining halves of the melody line, and plants voice is more like an instrument than vocals. And my god, Bonham...
So, I’m not the only one!! 😂. Today’s music is empty and soulless. It doesn’t connect on any level. All this pent up emotion left in us. Desperate to connect with anything and is left unrequited.
Then. you hear the good old stuff we were raised on, but with new ears. that emotional damn is pierced and gives way. Nothing left to do so let it all out and enjoy the ride. Feels good
Reading this little thread ended with me making a decision. When we get back into full swing with live music, I’m going to make a point of seeing at least one of the old greats before it’s too late. Not sure if the remaining Led Zeppelin guys will hit the road ever again, but perhaps someone like Santana or whoever from that general era might be doing some shows. It really is a treat to see guys like that. Awakes something inside of you. Like has been said - a connection. It’s visceral. It’s healthy. It’s magical.
Utterly agree.
Thanks to Jimmy and Robert and management for allowing Rick's video, his superb enthusiastic and knowledgeable deep dive into this beautiful song. He is like an art critic appreciating a masterpiece, looking into the artist's technique, brush strokes and composition. The ultimate educational video maker on UA-cam.
^^This X 1000👍
Well said!
thank you Jimmy and Robert, please allow Rick to do more...you are hero to millions and we love when Rick does this with your work...LZ forever
Well put and spot on!
There is no way this is a 'masterpiece'. It is weak melodically.
I can only imagine how much work these are Rick. I'm glad this is back up.
@Determination. Samee
Robert Baker. I get some cool ideas from your channel .cool to see you on here
For me, Page is the most creative guitarist ever. He wrote so many parts that most guitarists would have made the prominent guitar hook of a song, but for Page they were pieces of the puzzle.
Now that they seem to have taken the handcuffs off, please do more Zeppelin.
Absolutely. There are four minute Zeppelin songs that have about five or six guitar riffs just hidden in there somewhere that any other guitarist would have killed to have as a main hook. "Ramble On" is one. I'm also thinking of something like "The Rover".
Also, his range was phenomenal. From reggae to folk, from blues to metal... I mean... To call Page a genius is just plain underated.
too bad he got into heroin and slip slided away....
@@DimitriMoreira Hahahaha
@@wovokanarchy They did covers without crediting the writers, but only used the lyrics
We need every Zeppelin song picked apart like this
Exactement!
I second this emotion! ;-)
Someone had to say it. Good call.
"real people playing music together" that says it all.
Exactly right, David - music for the love of same - & tighter than anything you might hear, today...
More than that, four musicians of incredible skill at the peak of their powers. It's why pretty much all the heavy metal bands (many of them very good) never got close to Zep. Jimmy Page was a consummate technical guitarist, Plant had a vocal range and skill one in a million, JPJ and Bonham were masters of their crafts. There have been very few bands of any kind, metal or not, who had musicians of such skill at each position. Then they turned it up to 11 and did things that were outrageous for the time and never matched since.
The thing about Ramble On is it describes the style of the music and not just the lyrics. The song is relentless, even when it starts softly with a acoustic guitar and pitter-patter drums in the background, it reaches out, grabs you and takes you for a musical ride.
That "click-track" drum beat is absolutely essential to the whole thing. It drives the song forward.
"In the darkest depths of Mordor, l met a girl so fair. But Gollum and evil one, crept up and slipped away with her." Man l dig those Tolkien references.
These lyrics and the Tolkien references really hooked me too. Genius.
TOLKIEN WAS HUGE AMONG HIPPIES IN THE 70'S....
I used to think he said "and the evil one" too, but he's actually referring to Gollum as "the evil one", and just does a little accent before he sings "the". So it's "But Gollum, a-the evil one, crept up and slipped away with her".
The opening line, “Leaves are falling all around,” is a paraphrase of the opening line of "Namarie," a poem by Tolkien.
@@chippchipp1 Hmm I dunno, I always thought "and the evil one" was referring to Shelob.
I'm gonna' figure Jimmy Page just became a Rick Beato fan
.. given that the boys likely made a decision to let this one re-post .. you know Jimmy just heard this, loved it, and told his management to stop their banhammering.
.. I bet he's going through all the Beato stuff now. Learnin' jazz theory. :)
I certainly hope you are 100% correct. Rick has done such excellent work breaking down this classic Led Zeppelin song. I've been a fan of Zeppelin since these things were first published, and Rick's kid-like amazement and amazing break-downs just makes me want to hear their whole discography again and again. Masters at their craft.
Now if the Beatles (or their heirs) would just do the same...
If only ECM would wake up too. They're killing themselves with a sleeping driver at the wheel.
Gary Burton, Eberhard Weber, Pat Metheny .. Terje Rypdal! I cant show Terje to anyone, he suffers .. the lost fans suffer. The world needs that stuff and it's falling into obscurity fast.
How can you NOT love the Beato? Enthusiasm, knowledge, taste? He's got it all.
Passion, Rick has a ton of passion for music. His college lectures must have been awesome. Wish I’d made the trek from Eisenhower college to Ithaca way back 🤣
And a killer beard and hair.
Well said!
He bitches about money A LOT!!!
I love how Rick plays air guitar while holding a guitar at the chorus. He is like a little kid when listening. Pure joy of the music. I am quite familiar. I get like that all the time.
Did you ever see Jimmy Page playing air guitar in IT MIGHT GET LOUD? Freakin' great!
@@briano.5746 No doubt. I have not watched that in a while. Time to break it out again :)
LOL @John Horak. Yes, we guitarists air guitar all the time.
@@briano.5746 when he's explaining Link Wray's 'Rumble', that's a phenomenal moment, love it
Having a guitar in front of him and still plays air-guitar :D Only Rick can do that and still be adorable and funny because he has a true passion for the music.
Gotta love the enthusiasm of the man to just feel compelled to participate by playing air guitar for a song he's probably heard ad nauseum at this point in the taping, and in his life.
Well, this is slightly terrifying. Rick Beato opened his mouth, and the internet listened. That's some serious internet-power, Rick! Use it wisely, and don't destroy us with your new Personal Army! ;)
I saw Led Zeppelin in 1973 at the Forum in Los Angeles. I was 17 years old. They opened the show with The Immigrant Song. It was an amazing concert and the moment it ended, my friend and I went to LAX and boarded a midnight flight to San Francisco. Looking back, I realize what a lucky kid I was, growing up in a time when music was exploding with genius. Thank you for such a fantastic breakdown of this masterpiece.
They opened that show with Rock & Roll not Immigrant Song.
I’m hearing you. I saw them in 72 in Sydney Australia. Hard to explain how lucky we were.
Every time I hear this song it's like it's painting a picture of Autumn. I can just feel the crisp air and see the leaves falling. This tune never gets old....for me anyway. It's another testamaent to the genius of Page...and the musicianship of the Plant, Bonzo, and Jones to bring that vision to life. Still hard to believe this was released in 1969 because it always sounds so timeless to me.
Me too . thinking of a cool dark fall evening at a Zepplin concert. I know exactly what you are feeling .
I am 62 and Rick has me thinking about going electric AND playing the bass (and even the drums). What a treasure you are Rick!
Cheers, from Toronto ♥
100%
Really great description and imagery.
I always go to RAMBLE ON as a zeppelin greatest hit I was there when it was released. And man !!the melody of Robert plant is unforgettable.
When will bands/their management/record labels learn that videos like these turn people on to the artist being covered, as well as helping people learning theory, songwriting, etc? Blocking content such as this is asinine, in my opinion.
Thank you so much for these videos, Rick, and keep up the fantastic work. I, and many, many others greatly appreciate it. 🤘🏼🤘🏼
Eloquently put, Jason... :)
I'm sure each of these episodes causes a spike in sales of the album/song or at least thousands of plays on streaming services. I know I've went out and bought a few albums because of his coverage!
Amen!
If they had any sense, the record labels/ band management people would realise that videos such as this are great FREE advertising for their clients work.
jason yep
UA-cam to Led Zeppelin : "Rick Beato did a video about one of your songs."
LZ: "BLOCK IT! DELETE IT!"
YT: "OK, done. Shame though. He breaks the song down to its component parts and demonstrates through that process what utterly brilliant, insanely talented, and unique musicians you all are."
LZ: "UNBLOCK IT! UNDELETE IT!"
YT: "Someone did a video about your song."
LZ: "Block it! Delete it!"
YT: "This someone was Rick Beato"
LZ: 😳
To be fair on LZ, I doubt any of the band members are involved in this kind of thing day-to-day... it'll be record label employees following protocols laid down by legions of music industry IP lawyers terrified they'll lose a few cents of royalties somewhere.
Rick also explained in another video that any revenue generated out of this video goes entirely to the band. YT and LZ were shooting themselves in the foot by blocking it. Glad they realized their mistake and unblocked it.
@@BrotherDevious exactly
@@BrotherDevious or stupid bots. Either way, there's nothing intelligent about these artificials.
Jimmy Page, the best songwriter, composer, arranger and sound engineer that rock and roll has ever seen. Also not a bad guitarist.
Also influential was his showmanship and stage theatrics as a live performer!
Yes, I've thought to myself before, if people sometimes think Jimmy seems a bit full of himself, it's at least well earned. Just his contributions to music production would have merited him a solid place in the halls of rock history. That there's an argument to be made that he's also the best ever rock songwriter is astonishing. That neither of these things are even the particular musical talent _for which he's best known_ (I often hear him referred to as one of the 'guitar gods')...it's almost inconceivable.
For those that don't know, before Zeppelin and The Yardbirds, Jimmy was one of the most sought-after session musicians in England, and he played guitar on dozens of hits back in the '60s.
And a thief who lifted music from all over the place.
Damn it makes you proud to be a Brit when you think how many great musicians have come from these shore 🇬🇧
I’m American, but ancestors are from Britain (Walker/Smith). You should be proud my friend.
Rock was born in the U.S., But the British Invasion of the mid-sixties kicked our asses. Lucky for us yanks!
The Americans invented rock n' roll; the British saved it.
Well the US was a colony/extension of England back in the day. So it all came from over there. Heh
I love when Rick starts smiling as the song starts. You can tell how much he loves and appreciates music. The main reason i love Rick is because of his passion. He can make any song sound amazing
Also, he's the best air drummer in the world.
@@martinXY ... and didja catch those paradiddles?!!!
Rick, I have been eating breathing and sleeping Zeppelin since I was 12 years old and I am 56 this is by far the best breakdown of a Zeppelin song I have ever seen in my life and I suspect Page, Plant and Jones have watched this and simply must feel overjoyed and justifiably so proud of what they accomplished here, mind you all of them were in their early twenties at the time this was recorded which is even more astonishing! This is truly a wonderful presentation and you are a master at showcasing the music we all love.
But I have to end on a note of sadness that as a drummer all I can think of is how sad I am that John Bonham is not here to watch this video with the rest of us, but we must believe he is in a better place shining some light down on us and I'm sure he would have loved this. You are special guy Rick. Peace, Bob M.
Very good sir.
Well Said Polara01. I was gonna post but you said all I wanted to say so eloquently. Thank you Rick!
Agree 100%. Could listen to Zeppelin all the time.
Did You say -click track in the beginning...this is well known That Bonham was slapping hes jeanslegs as i heard?!
Ahh, ok Rick mention it at the end.
Very Nice videos Rick...pure inspiration
Zeppelin's talent is unworldly.
This is why I've always described Zep's music as 'alchemic' - you take four base elements and together you make gold. Infact; Page has said countless times that in interview 'look, listen to the music and then listen again to the guitar, then again to the bass and the vocals and the drums because you've got four master musicians right at the top of their game'. And that is Led Zeppelin - that is Zeppelin, right there...
This Ordinary Life yeah, they really are all great!
True. Too bad Plant could not reproduce the same quality live.
Page dropped the ball live some too.
Bonham and Jones held it steady throughout.
@@thenowchurch6419 yeah but hey, drugs/alcohol.
@@thenowchurch6419 I don't know, I've heard plenty of live performances from them, when all members were killing. Just copy and paste this into UA-cam search:
Led Zeppelin Live Performance - January 9th, 1970 (Jimmy Page's Birthday)
Then tell me Plant and Page can't hang, live. Most bands have their on and off days. Although, legend has it, John Paul Jones has never flubbed a note.
thenowchurch Plant sounds amazing on How The West Was Won. Many of the songs (like OTHAFA) were just too hard on his voice to repeatedly sing throughout a tour.
That was the quickest 16 minutes of recent history. What a treat. Beato is national treasure who should be in the Library of Congress.
stoneagedjp Do they have a Library of Congress in UK?
@@lennarthedlund9783 If they don't, they should!
It really felt like 2 minutes- great
The have a National Library.
Zeppelin are simply unsurpassed. What truly astounds me is how young they were when they recorded those first few albums.
And how little formal training they had making this.
@@samwell707 Page And Jone (John Baldwin) had been studio musicians for a couple of years prior to forming The MLZ...so they did have quite a bit of recording experience....it is
Well, after the beatles yeah they are unsurpassed
@@thomasjameshenderson8145 Your opinion and u are entitled it. But how many Beatles cover bands do you hear of? There are literally 100's of MLZ cover bands making a living all over world. That in itself doesn't mean The MLZ is simply unsurpassed, but it does say a lot about popularity and influence....it is
@@kensalazar5066 I think Zeppelin is as influential as the beatles, maybe even more. However I believe it doesn’t have the amount of tracks that the beatles have and any can be your favorite depending on the day. I have my select favorites from LZ and those are the same as most people. But I cannot pinpoint a favorite from TB, I can listen to about 20 songs from them that any could be a band defining track. Musically and melodically I enjoy the beatles more too. Also they are the best selling band ever. But if anyone likes zeppelin more i guess i cannot argue.
One thing I've always noticed about Plant, aside from the obvious, is that he is absolutely fearless as a vocalist. It's really fun to hear. He became so confident by the time the second album was recorded. Fantastic. And that isolated drum part..... good lord.
Ramble On has a nostalgia about it, as if it were always a part of the human psyche. It's as if I remember it from a previous life, even though I don't believe in such things. One of my favorite songs of all time.
How old are you?
@@schnauzerears912 Were you going to suggest that he could be the reincarnation of John Bonham if he was the right age?
@@AlecBridges I was not going there, but you are welcomed to pose the question!.......I was wondering if he is a 60's or 70s child or if he became a fan from a newer generation. A lot of young people are being awakened by 70's and 80s music. My son and daughter really like this stuff. Kids who hear the 70's and 80's music instantly tell the difference over Cardi whatever being obscene and degraded.
😂 That was the premise of Oblivion, and that song is featured along with Whiter Shade of Pale
Totally true your words,I feel the same way!
My Dad was at the gig at The Ulster Hall in Belfast - the first time anyone heard Stairway to Heaven.
And he never f**king lets me forget it 🤣
My kids were never interested in my music but they were excited about the Lord of the Rings movies and books. One day while driving Ramble On was on the radio and I told the kids to listen to the lyrics and when they heard the references to Gollum and Mordor the look on their faces was priceless. They have been LZ fans ever since and now are turning their friends on to LZ at college.
When my kids went into the junior Navy ROTC program, they finally figured out what "No Quarter" was about...
My daughter is an officer in the Navy - she lives by that motto now
As far as a musician, jimmy is unmatched. Not just his guitar playing, which was unbelievable, but his prowess in the studio as far as scoring, arranging and overall producing, leaves him in a class all to himself. No one did more…NO ONE!!!
“As far as a musician, Jimmy is unmatched.” I love Jimmy Page and Zeppelin, but you just cannot make such a claim (unless perhaps completing your sentence with ‘in my opinion.’ Forgive me, but it’s a bit silly.
Interview with a guitarist-
Rick: So in the bridge you decided to use V7 substitution from a parallel scale and then use a #5 mirrored from the bass player.
Guitarist: Well, I was messing around and thought putting my pinkie on the 8th fret sounded cool!
Guitar players come here to find out what they did.
Perfect!
This might be the case in most cases, but I believe Mr. Page and Mr. Jones knew exactly what was going on.
@@matag95 Page was a studio ace!
@@matag95 Agreed, just not the bulk of guitarist, or at least the ones I know. LOL
This is so fucking true for a lot of guitarists/musicians! However, I think (as also stated by another comment here) that Page and Jones pretty much knew what they were doing. Jones is a very underrated genius when it comes to music theory, he's like Brian Jones, only sober and a hundred times better!
JPJ: What a bassist!
Yeah, he doesn't get the props he deserves!!
Maybe the-powers-that-be are finally conceding that they're the ones killing rock. Whatever is going on, I'm glad to see the video is up.
Red Faust I follow Jimmy Page on Instagram and I comment how much I enjoy UA-camrs’ reactions (especially young reactors) and analysis of their music as often as I think of it. I also believe that the new generation deserves to hear them, too.
Rock itself is killing rock,because it's not evolving anymore,Rick is delusional when he says that "computer music" or whatever is killing rock,rock killed itself...but we will always have the great classics, that's undeniable
Technical question, Rick - how are you able to isolate the different tracks? That's very cool.
@@andrewbiggs8435 I believe he has some underground connection to people who've gotten their hands on the masters. I can't see any other way to isolate individual instruments so cleanly. I've thought you could build some means of discriminating between instruments using distinctions in their tambours (unique waveform sets that only the individual instruments can create), but I don't see how that can be done. I'm surprised anyone but Page would have access to these particular masters knowing how guarded he is with his IP.
John Paul Jones was on FIRE on this track. A massive thank you to Rick for the time & effort that goes into this series. It immense.
Led Zep is the greatest band of all time, with absolute virtuosos as members. Their sounds will never cease to amaze and no matter how many times their songs are heard they always fascinate.
Joseph Watts Nailed it, each member of the band were master musicians who stand on their own. Yet had the chemistry to create absolute magic together.
Robert Plant is the gold standard that all rock singers should try to shoot for, and only a few have made it there.
I listened to Zep II on my underdash 8 track in my 1970 cutlass until it wouldn’t play anymore, even with the matchbook under the right lower corner.I miss those days.
In 1969, I was 15 years old, and remember vividly the first time I heard Ramble On. There was an incredibly powerful radio station out of Mexico (known for Wolfman Jack), that we got, very clearly, at night. I was laying in bed listening to a little alarm clock radio, and Ramble On came on. I almost broke down crying. It was the most beautiful thing I had ever heard. It was days before I found out what it was. It was the most incredible time to be 15, ever. The great music was just pouring out from everywhere. Me and my friends argued every day about what was the greatest new song. Great memories.
I was born in 1953 and I completely agree! Seemed like every week a classic album or song was being released. Boy were we spoiled. Shame it had to end.
I first heard LZ when they were being interviewed on the local underground FM station in Detroit. I wasn't familiar with the band so unfortunately I didn't pay much attention, but I remember Page was breaking down how they recorded the songs on Led Zeppelin 1. I wish I could go back and listen again!
@@scifiwriter98 I was born in 1953 also.
X-Rock 80, 100,000 watts, from Tijuana, with Wolfman Jack as DJ! I listened to that in college from Colorado!!
"Heard it on the X"
ZZ Top's
"FANDANGO"
album
@@qcc5 me too. A good year 😉
Deep.inside I fantasize it was Jimmy, Robert or Paul that took action to get this video back up
It was the ghost of John Bonham
@@j_freed Gonna give you every inch of my.....oh never mind...
I knew people who used to talk to Robert often and he is a good guy and ALL about the music so.....
@@anthonymcilwain4426 I've always believed that both he and Jimmy are pretty good guys (and I think It's Gonna Get Loud and various interviews he's done show how Page is) and were never behind all the blocking. And it's interesting that there, even a few months ago, was next to nothing of Zep live on youtube, but more and more is becoming available.
@@anthonymcilwain4426 - I talked to him once. Super amazing down to earth guy. What a body of work, too.
The greatest rock band to me..so far... Plant's voice is simply astonishing..
nothing like it, really
everything about them is astonishing, really
8:33 Jonesy and Bonzo were an absolute unit. I don't think there was or ever will be a rhythm section as epic and tight as these two guys.
The LoTR reference always makes me smile. Never fails. This song is a masterpiece.
LOTR was also in Battle of Evermore, Plant is a big fan. Sad these weren’t used somewhere in the movies.
"This is real people playing real music together" - that's a great quote at the end, Rick. It's all so organic - and boy those were really the good days of music.
We thought they'd never end. Certainly, I did. Why did music just collapse in the early 90s?
Andrew Lale It just changed.
@@AndrewLale MTV, after a while the bands had to be pretty. The Disney Channel/Nickelodeon, producing garbage fake "bands" who's synchronized dancing and lip syncing mattered more than content, and they were pretty, ruined an entire generation's sense for good music. ITunes. Killed the record companies. ...And it's over.
That isolated vocal track of Mr. Plant sent shivers down my spine. He's my vocal inspiration!
Check out his collabs with Alison Krauss- he's *still* making goosebumps! Incredible alchemy with Alison's gorgeous voice. (Search here for the "Sound Emporium" live session- absolutely amazing! Excellent backing musicians also) 🎤🎤
Rick Beato: The type of dude that plays air guitar with a guitar in is hands. Love you Rick!
I thought UA-cam blocked this. What changed?
Glad you could get the video out Rick. Appreciate your hard work in this time.
my question exactly!??
He’s gatta do Take the money and run by Steve Miller Band
YES!! I'm so happy they let you post this Rick, you spent a lot of time on it! Thank you, Led Zeppelin!
it looks like he had to add all the right credits in the info, maybe?
Well, he made an offer they can't refuse...
please do one on Zeppelin's "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You"!! Such an underrated one!!
This song (played by a pub guitarist called Guy Maile) opened me up to Led Zep.. Awsome song!
Kelly McDevitt yess awesome song to examine!
In My Time of Dying would be ideal actually
Rick, the “click track” at the acoustic part of the song in the beginning is not a “click track” at all. It’s Bonham hitting the sticks on his drum seat! :) I have a book called “The Stories Behind Every Zeppelin Song” and it mentions that for this song he just started doing that as he was waiting for his part in the studio. They loved it and kept it in the song. Love this song!!
lol i was about to comment this, but thought i'd check if someone beat me to it ;)
Bonzo was so cool like that man 😎
He was the coolest drummer and played with the coolest front man, guitar player and bassist/keyboardist. Like Jack Black once said “the greatest rock band ever....” - nothing has ever been more true.
Interesting isn't it? I heard the same but wondered why Beato went there?
I heard he was "bongo-ing" a guitar case, to get that sound.
This is why I consider Jimmy Page to be best guitarist ever. His knack for beautiful and interesting chords is unmatched, even when he’s playing with overdrive. His style is surprisingly complex on deeper analysis. Other virtuosos like EVH, Yngwie, Satriani, etc, can run circles around him in speed and technically, bit Jimmy had the gift of composition and harmony.
Yes! Page’s greatest strength is being able to lay down any number of tracks that each sound great on their own, with the sum being greater than the parts when taken as a whole. Alex Lifeson is another guitarist with that skill, his solo in “Lakeside Park” just sounds amazing with his 2 other tracks.
James fast doesn’t mean good in my book. He was pretty versatile and had lots of tricks up his sleeve to get the sound he wanted
jimmys solos are so incredibly melodic and his phrasing is so "choice picked"....every measure of it is a magical event/journey......sure the other virtuosos are great....but they dont wield the magic like jimmy does.....nobody does friend
@@oldman0995 You know, the only real guitar solo that often floats around in my head is Stairway To H. I can never recall any other lightening quick lead solo of any band. Sometimes less is more. Clarity.
Glad this got unblocked. Such a great song.
Vinny???! Should’ve figured you’d be a fan of Rick’s videos.
Go away
I almost cried when saw it was de-blocked. I want to believe someone heard, I want to believe the artists of this piece were the ones. I love to think you were heard, because hearing is your life and that would be poetic...
@Rich Sadowsky I thought I was seeing things!
Now people just need to convince Queen and The Beatles to stop blocking.
At the ripe old age of 15, I reached into my deceased uncle's cassette case and pulled out "Led Zeppelin" to hear who they were and what they sounded like. If I had to pick one band, it would be them. If I had to pick one song, this would be it.
Keep going bud....what you into now???
@@srhbluerain still the same, tastes haven't changed, as far as playing, it's whatever the band is playing. Mostly classic rock, but very few attempt Led Zeppelin 🙂 You ?
I’ve enjoyed this song for over 40 years but only in the last year or so really started to study it, and I’ve come to believe that even on top of iconic and outstanding bass and drums this song is a tour de force of guitar arrangement. After years of mind-numbing studio work Mr. Page got to lay down just what he wanted and he didn’t hold back at all. You’re right Rick, it’s not one of Led Zeppelin’s greatest songs, it’s one of modern music’s greatest songs. So happy you reviewed it. Nice job.
Studio work and Yardbirds were Jimmy Page's apprenticeship, freeing him to combine so many influences when combined with the musicians in Led Zepplin.
All of this. I hadn't really paid the guitar part much mind, I'm so hooked by the bass and drums. Really glad to have had my attention drawn to them!
@@NWLee Page is of course a force of nature on the guitar, but I always felt his real superpower was arranging guitar parts in these successive layers. You're right, I'm sure a lot of that came from his session work because he really got to see the sausage factory up close. You throw in John Paul Jones into that who is supremely talented at arranging in his own right (as well as also being a monster player) and good things just couldn't help but happen.
Even today its hard to sound like led zeppelin. They are probably the best rock band of all time.
@@NWLee led zeppelin is the best rock band of all time. Even modern day musicians can't sound like them.
My Dad was 20 years old when "II" was released. Somewhere along the way, he lost his copy. I remember, vividly, a family visit to some cousins when I was about 7 years old (which would have been '82 or so) and my Dad flipping through my cousin's record collection. He asked my cousin to record a tape copy of this record. My Dad handed it to me and said, "This is something you need to know". Changed my life. Not specifically the pirated copy of "II" but the door that record opened for me as a music fan is among the greatest gifts I've ever received.
@R F I've been that same guy with my three daughters. All three are totally into 70s rock, thank god, there's hope.
I love hiw your dad said, "This is something you need to know." Truer words have not been said
bws1971 That is how he said it. My dad was an English teacher so I know he used those words with intent. It was the same when he introduced me to “Who’s Next”.
If it was on tape it wasn't pirated ;-)
@@bpmufx My step sister was born in the 90's and she's a HUGE Zep fan. Robert Plant isn't my thing really, but the music is nothing short of lightning in a bottle. So raw. Its everything Rock & Roll was meant to be.
I’m 64 years old and I always liked the song since I was a child. But now listening to you explain why it’s so awesome, I absolutely love it even more. It’s exquisite joy watching you be excited about all the incredible detail that you dig out and share with us mere simple mortals. Life on earth is much better because of you Mr. Beato!
I absolutely concur! I saw that this video was to highlight what made Ramble on great as observed by Professor Beato, and was all in. This made me smile, alone enjoying it uninterrupted. What a treat. 😊❤
Perhaps THE most powerful rock band of all times. Bar none.
If Led Zeppelin were everyone's favorite band, I wouldn't be mad. They are that awesome.
They are one of those that pretty much everyone likes, i think there are only a few. The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd. Maybe Queen. If you can include artists, Michael Jackson for sure. Within my family, Pink Floyd is the biggest collective favorite.
When you separate out Robert Plants voice you can here the vibrato, he's a heck of a singer.
Dana Webb This may be a stretch, but I believe it is from listening to the Robert Johnson blues records in which he had a very, very fast vibrato. Some have said it was from the difference in recording and playback speed’s of the era.
@@highdb1 Surely what Gilmour uses on the intro to "Sorrow".
He was untouchable when this was recorded.A God. From 68-71 Plant was the best rock singer in history. IMO. By 72 it was failing him, though he could still do it. After that his voice, his surgery...he was a mere mortal. Plant gave his all and pushed his voice to incredible limits at the start of zep and he paid for it. The music we got though is just mind blowing.
@@rickchyczewski576 He was always IT for me from when I would have been about 10 as my older brother got onto Led Zep and bought the albums. That sound! I realised much later Plant's vocal had a magic ingredient few could hold a candle to: that pure, in the moment authenticity like he was making it up on the spot based on how he felt at the time. Untouchable. But hey - they were all brilliant!
Great comment. I love the vibrato he uses so eloquently. Unlike about 3 very popular female singers I could name off the top of my head who are over the top vibrato they sound like a sheep bleating.
Led Zeppelin should probably pay you for promoting their songs, always loved ramble on and your analysis adds a deeper meaning to it. Thank you very much Rick.
Ramble On is pure bliss- plain and simple. It has everything. It's the theme song to Paradise
*A Message Of Overwhelmingly Simple Logic To Music Publishing-Rights Owners:* When people talk about your song, more people *buy your song.* Use your brain and cool it with the ignorant disregard of Fair Use along with the poor business sensibility. Imagine explaining to your bosses or shareholders why you flagged a video that was well into the top 100 YT Trending which was effectively selling your song to countless thousands of listeners.
Add to that 40 to 50 years after it was first recorded, still selling MILLIONS because of a UA-cam trend video such a Rick's.
Logic has no place on the interweb, CM. What were you thinking??
Heard this song at least a thousand times, maybe more, in the last 50 years, since it was released.
I still pickup the "air bass" and play along... some times I set down the bass and play the drums...
You get weird looks when you're in the car, knee steering.
But you have done it again with deconstruction. I will never "just" hear this song anymore.
You can bet I'll be LISTENING for all the nuances you have revealed in this video.
Big thanks Rick!
I couldn't hold a rhythm of it had handles but I have totally cavemanned to this in the car
This song for all these years still sounds fresh and undated, your comments I can sure relate to.
I have a nephew, 42, who loves Led Zep, and he has every album they put out, he gets to blast it as he drives down the road in his porche convertible, knee steering for long periods of time, he says he gets stares but he does not care
my oppinion is that this song is a rock anthem, a hard rock song, a blues song, a psychedelic rock song and classic rock in the same time.
That's pretty good.
“It’s like an orchestra but there is only electric, acoustic, bass and a click track…. They got it down to the essence, they don’t 150 tracks they only need 8 tracks. That is really the difference between organic music there and this pop music done on computer with can sounds. This is real people playing real music together.” What a fitting conclusion to an amazing video. Thank you Rick.
“…this is real people playing real music together…” 😐 Amen 🙏
Adding the acoustic guitar while going over the bass line is fantastic and really helps the listener hear what you're describing! Thanks for everything you do, Rick!
Yeah! That is a great little feature. How'd ya do it other than in post?
Totally caught that and thought it was helpful too. Sometimes, I get lost as my ear is not as good as it could be.
I actually went looking for this comment once I saw that part of the video I've never seen anybody do that and I thought it was pretty damn cool
This is one of those songs that, for whatever reason, gets me focused on the bass line.
JPJ's playing on this is immaculate.
Same here, What Is And What Should Never Be is another one that draws me straight to the bass line.
When gods walked the earth. I was in high school when Led Zeppelin graced our planet with their presence. They will always be the greatest rock band ever!
There is only one problem with this song: on the album it has to compete with at least six songs that are just as great. I have listened to thousands and thousands albums in the last 50 years, but when people ask what my favourite albums is I don’t even have to think: Led Zeppelin II.
I’ve always taken Ramble On for granted, but this video showed me the true originality and musicianship on this recording.
I still remember that in 1971 my mother found the hysterical screaming awful and could not understand that my brother and I were listening to this and, even worse, had payed 21 guilders for it!
To fit such a perfect song onto 8 tracks...
Was in my early 20s, bought LZ2 cause some friends in a band played their stuff a lot. Must have played it 20 times before the album really hit me! Not just Ramble On but the whole album. I find that music that really talks to and moves me is an acquired taste. This album is one of my favourites. Good review, really enjoyed it. Would like some of your anlysis on “Guess Who”.
not even putting this in my watch later list. watching right now - there's no way to tell that this will stay on
Ha! I did the same thing. A Rick Beato WMTSG on Led Zeppelin does not wait.
YEEEEESSSSSSS!. No idea why a band wouldn't want someone as well versed and educated in music as you Rick to blab about how great their song is. Mind blowing to me. Your talking about what makes it great! Hopefully this is the axis of change for bands/ labels to pull their heads out of their asses and let someone of knowledge acknowledge their work and share with the world. After all it will equal album sales and more money to them. Good work my brother Rick! Thank you!!!
Because it’s NOT THE BAND
You CAN'T get common sense out of a BOT!
Greed is the opposite of common sense.
For my 10th birthday in 1970 i got a portable 8 track player and Led Zeppelin II. What a day.
I really think that the video "The Era Of Perfect Music" helped a lot too...
Gosh, I´m glad I can finally watch an episode of What makes this song great involving Led Zeppelin and it won´t be taken down.
Your hard work paid off Rick :) I hope that in the future other bands (The Beatles, The Beatles, The Beatles please) will change their approach to this too.
To answer the question in the title of this video, the word 'patina' comes to mind. Obviously Zep were all amazing players, and you can hear that in all the subtle details of each part. But more than that, the finished product always felt broken in, well-worn, like a leather belt that was handed down from an elder. Its never perfect, never too clean or antiseptic, and there's always some fuzz or slight variation that lets you know its hand-made. It feels so organic and analogue, especially when compared to most modern music. Yes they were great players, but the way their music was produced and recorded was like a fifth member of the band. Perhaps it was just the quality of the gear at the time, but knowing Page I'm pretty sure it was intentional.
well said...very correctly put,imho.
What makes this comment great? Excellent and insightful observation written with skill. "Like a leather belt that was handed down from an elder." You a writer? This observation being included in the video would've made the video even better.
Truth. You stated what I’ve felt about LZ forever. Good work man.
I love having a little Lord of the Rings in my Led Zeppelin.
Led Zeppelin has been my favorite band for decades. Their second album has always been my favorite.
I could write a book sized comment on just this song alone, but I’ll keep it simple with a few basic thoughts. Page’s “light and shade” concept is on fine display here. The production alone is amazing. It wasn’t until I was playing bass in a cover band that I realized how talented JPJ was. Because the way he played his parts, you don’t realize how complex his playing actually is. He didn’t just hold down the low end, he complimented what the guitar did while locking in the groove. When you were breaking down the chords in the pre-chorus, I heard the individual notes outlining a melody that was being played in the bass part. Bonham’s playing is fierce and intricate at the same time. And nobody could lay it down like Plant. As far as I’m concerned, you could do a song by song breakdown of Zeppelin and I’d be happy.
I love how Rick has all the music theory knowledge in the world, and a great ear, but when it comes to describing JPJ's bass line at 8:30 it's just "duh-duh-duh-duh-daa". That is how great that riff is.
I’m so glad this was unblocked. The passion that went into this shows. The best WMTSG so far. Edit: Thanks to all the protesters. The irony and beauty that a hippie band responded to this deserves praise.
This Band Zeppelin... The voice of Plant, licks by Page, humming base by Jones and most of all the thunderous drums of Bonham...
The gods are responsible in the creation of this band! They are just way ahead of their time, pure geniuses in their respective fields!
Led Zepp forever!
I was 17 in '69 and growing up in NYC. We were blessed with a lot of good FM stations but my favorite WNEW with Scott Muni leading into Alison Steele, the night bird. That was back in the time when a DJ played what they wanted and did deep dives into albums. Zep 1, 2 and 3 were played a lot. I miss that style of radio.
I'm waiting for the 'Tangerine' episode. I beg you, RIck.
Oh yes
Yes yes.
Yes please, often overlooked song.
My favorite era of music. The 70's-ish music era is just so magical.
That is so true! I don't know if it was because it was that time in life growing from a teenager to a man or was it just that all the music was so fantastic. Maybe it was a little of both? I really don't know if that type of creativity will ever come again. I sure am glad I was alive then when it was happening.
So glad you choose to break down this song! It’s one of my favorite Zeppelin songs!
Glad to see it's up. Hopefully they learned the error of their ways.
my sentiments exactly. I could see how bummed you were that it was blocked.
New to the channel, are the similar comments referencing band copyrights pulling videos where music is played? Or is this about Zeppelin specifically?
I was going to post something along the same lines. Everyone once in a while you need to tell people when they pull a dick move they are pulling a dick move. Rick is introducing this music to a new generation, and certainly isn't stealing it. The way that Led Zeppelin, Queen, The Eagles, etc act you would think they would like for now one to listen to their music ever again.
@@tribemaster33 there are a number of bands that will block videos. It's absolutely ridiculous, but welcome to the industry today i suppose.
Grew up as a teenager in the 70's when all this GREAT music was being created. We took it for granted I think. We never thought it would go away.
It hasn't gone away, has it?
Still watching it - they've not brought it down yet! Brilliant.
No one in the history of rock music has (or likely ever will) match Robert Plant's feel and expression in his singing. Add to this his incredible smouldering stage presence and charisma, and you have the ultimate, undisputed rock frontman.
Honestly got a lump in my throat and my eyes welled up a couple of times during this. I could have watched you pick this one apart for another hour.
I was thinking the same thing, it seemed so short....
Absolutely
@Bike Cycle I agree. It's perfect for that first night you wish you brought a sweatshirt or something.
Me too
Mate, I bought this album in 1969 totally at random - blew me away and still does.
The bass on this song is ear sex. Other instruments might not be that level of ear sex, but still damn amazing.
Led Zeppelin.. Greatest band in the history of rock music as far as I'm concerned. Each member outstanding in their own right. Jimmy Page is a genius. Who approaches the guitar parts like that?! Great video Rick.
Was more a fan of the who personally but to each their own
Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple!
The bass lines that JPJ plays is probably my favorite element of the song. Brilliant.
What Makes This Song Great? John Paul Jones, that's what.
Yup
He's a good 75% of it
Its the ENTIRE BAND!
THE MLZ!!
And John Bonham. The way the drums and the bass work together and around each other in this song are just amazing to me. I love the vocals, but actually do not care about the lyrics. It is my favorite Led Zeppelin song, and finally I find someone else, Rick Beato, who seems to love it too.
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Nothing like this song and a set of headphones . It rocks you and soothes you at the same time. 51 years ago ! Are you kidding?!
"It's all about the arrangement."
Pretty sure it's all about hobbits, Rick. But ok.
Yes, as one of the comments above used 2 key words that describe this dyn-o-mite song; one was 'timeless'. It really is as you never get tired of hearing it!
Absolutely 🎧 I wear them listening to music all the time, I think everyone listening to music should have a great pairs of headphones!!
Ramble On is easily my favorite. It is such a groovy and rhythmic piece, and JPJ's bassline is a must learn! Cheers!
Correct
@nynetynyne It's very influential!
@@jrodjohn Indeed
The bass sound is pure genius, long live Jonesy!
Love the fantastic overall analysis by Rick, it makes this classic even more enjoyable.
Led Zeppelin’s ability to create so many different facets of rock music proves that they are simply the greatest of all time, and to think their average age when writing this iconic song is less than 23, their talents were simply out of this world!