Led Zeppelin II [Original recording remastered]

 

 

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In my opinion, this is not one of my favorites from Zeppelin. Some of the songs like "Ramble On" and "What is and What Should Never Be" are amazing. But then you have "Whole Lotta Love" which is an amazing song, the first few times you hear it, now it's over played, and it's become kind of boring. Same with "Heartbreaker"
Obviously, it's a great CD, it's Zeppelin! But out of all their stuff, this is one of my least favorites, which is hard, because it has some of my favorite songs on it ("THANK YOU" anyone?!)

What else can be said about Led Zeppelin that hasn't already been repeated time and again? Arguably the greatest band of all time, the combination of John Bonham's/John Paul Jones' driving rhythms, Robert Plant's wailing vocals and Jimmy Page's mastery of the guitar makes Zeppelin the greatest heavy metal band to ever take the stage, and Led Zeppelin II sets the bar for all heavy metal albums that ever came after; almost an unreachable standard.
The music of Led Zeppelin helped to define a generation, and their over-the-top stage presence was absolutely electric. It is always a challenge bringing that type of live energy to the studio, but few accomplished this like Zeppelin. Though it might not be accurate to say that Led Zeppelin II defined the music of the band, as it was constantly changing and evolving, it did reflect the band at their heavy metal purest; before the band began their flirtation with a more medieval sound (a la Stairway to Heaven/Battle of Evermore). Led Zeppelin II represents the band at its hardest and most raw.
The question of the originality and influence of Led Zeppellin as reflected in II is always a heated debate between the belivers and the non-convinced, but in my humble opinion, there is a reason that Zeppelin has earned its reputation. Any fool who even compares a band like Queen or Deep Purple to Zeppelin needs to up the dosage on their medication. These bands, though great, (and favourites of mine), cannot hold a candle to the sheer brilliance of Zeppelin. And with regard to the 'questionable influence' of Zeppelin, one needs to realize that Zeppelin essentially invented the genre which they made famous; they were the original and remain the standard. The Rolling Stones and Beatles invented rock and roll, yet Mick Jagger has never denied the influence of men like Chuck Berry on his music. The suggestion that Zeppelin is unoriginal is insulting not only to the band but to anyone who knows anything about the nature of music. I doubt very much that any living member of Zeppelin would claim to never have been influenced by another band. The music of Led Zeppelin II is reflective of Zeppelin's unique and original take on the powerful blues riffs that they took to new heights in popularizing heavy metal. This sound has never been improved upon. Though I myself am only 17, and was never lucky enough to see Zeppelin firsthand, I do know for sure that not find the pinnacle of heavy metal music, one must invariably seek out Led Zeppelin, and above all others, Led Zeppelin II.
To all the people who do not believe Led Zeppelin lives up to the hype, this record should be more than enough to refute any argument that may be devised. The vocals of Plant are incomparable, and the titanic riffs and solos of Page are unparralleled, on any album, in any era. My favourite Led Zeppelin's album; it is essential to any music fan.

Man what can I say, amazing CD, been hooked on Led now for 2 or 3 months and every new Zep CD I buy i get addicted too. This is a amazing CD, Starting off with Whole Lotta Love a awesome song for both Plant and Page, the guitar riffs rock, and Pages singing is at its best. Then What is and What Should Never Be, I loved this song its just amazing. Next The Lemon Song, the first part is great, with awesome guitar, the last part isnt too clean though, not a huge deal and i still love this song but not my fav number. Thank You is a great tune, Then Heartbreaker and Living Loving Maid, super songs, again not the cleanest but amazing guitar as always and super singing. Ramble on, again not my fav Zep tune but still great, Then Moby Dick, words cannot explain this song, amazing John Bonham proves he is and was the greatest drummer to live. And lastly Bring It On Home, good song great Plant vocals. To sum it up I would say this is Jimmys CD the guitar riffs are like non other absolutly fabulous.

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5.0 out of 5 stars led zep 2
no problems came on schedule delivery wise sooner than some others. cd was new and what it was supposed to be

Published 6 months ago by paul

4.0 out of 5 stars Not their best but close.
As I scan through the reviews I see most are written by people who never saw LZ live. Having seen their concerts I have to say this studio album was the result of a lot of... Read more

Published 16 months ago by M. Hammond

2.0 out of 5 stars only a picture disk
I thought it was the hole LP with the jacket or sleeve (I dont't know the exact word in english). It's only the picture disk.

Published on Mar 11 2010 by Yves Couture

5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless classic
Led Zeppelin fans come in all shapes and sizes. Hard working blue collar, elite white collar, housewives, and lay abouts - all walks of life. Read more

Published on Mar 3 2009 by Thoth

5.0 out of 5 stars Do not let this one pass you by!
I'm repeating myself again... Rock at it's best!!! You must purchase all other Led Zeppelin albums 1-2-3-4... One cannot survive without the other!

Published on Aug 5 2008 by Martine

5.0 out of 5 stars I got a `Whole lotta love` for this album!
(1969)Led Zeppelin II

In`68 Led Zeppelin is a youg band trying to make it.after a deal with Atlantic record is made an album is made the early `69 self-titled and... Read more

Published on Aug 28 2006 by Tommy Morais

1.0 out of 5 stars NOOOOOO TALENT HERE!!!
K this has to be one of the most overrated bands ever. Jimmy page can't play the guitar if his life were on the line, My grandma's a better drummer than jon (and she's dead), the... Read more

Published on July 3 2006 by MNelo

4.0 out of 5 stars Probably one of Led Zeppelin's best
Led Zeppelin II uses a range of sound from the hard rock of The Lemon song, to the love poetry of Thank you, and somewhere in between we find ramble on. Read more

Published on Sep 21 2005 by Pine Lake

5.0 out of 5 stars it's almost a greatest hits cd
ok lets be honest here led zeppelin is one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. the reason for that is because you have an awsome combo, you have jimmy page's amazing... Read more

Published on May 23 2005 by chris platt

2.0 out of 5 stars More like The Goodyear Blimp thanThe Hindenburg
Back in 1986 when I was 16 and just getting into rock/pop music I tried getting into Led Zep. I borrowed some records from my brothers. Read more

Published on Sep 16 2004

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