Led Zeppelin IV

Is this Led Zeppelin’s best album? Yes. Does it also have most of my favorite songs of theirs? Also yes. I’ve listened to this album so many times, and it somehow gets better with each listen. If I had to pick a favorite album of all time, this would definitely be in the conversation.

You just assume this is a 5. Take a closer listen. It's pure rock n roll and very VERY talented musicians. Hard to really say who's the best of the 4 because they are all giants and incomparable. I do think there are better, more immersive Zeppelin albums. I do think they play it right down the middle here. I do think based on who they are and what they're capable of you could argue this is a 4. But I'll round up. Favorite song is Four Sticks. By a lot.

"Right lads, let's stop mucking about and make a proper rock song...one these geezers will listen to forever." "Right-o, let's run through what we'll all do on it, Robert?" "I'm the singer aren't I? Don't be a ponce, I'll sing." "Noted, Jimmy?" "I'll play the guitar, but a few kinds. Give me an acoustic 6, and best have a 12 knocking about, and also let's obviously have the Gibson on solo duty." "Rock and roll. Bonzo?" "Just set up the kit and piss off." "Fair enough, John Paul, that leaves you with the bass, right?" "Yep" "Ok, soun.." "And the electic piano..gimme a Rhoades." "Piano, good, that'll be ni..." "And I want recorders..." "Recorders? Johno this is the greatest rock song of all time, not music Monday in a kindergarten." "No recorders, then I'm out." "Fine...have your recorders."

Fourth studio album. LOL. I'm sure this album wouldn't be on this chart if it wasn't the 4th studio album... It's kind of appropriate they called this the IV album. It's like a shot of adrenaline. The only reason I'm giving this album more than 1 star is because it's not a live album.

What is amazing is that songs like Black Dog and Rock & Roll are kinda boring now… they are absolutely classic, but I don’t get excited about listening to them. The thing that is great is that the rest of this album is so varied different creative and engaging. Evermore, Four Sticks, Going to California and Levee Breaks are all still incredible. The groove/drums in Levee are just so compelling. Fantastic.

Perfect album

easy 5

Man, it's Zeppelin 4. This album is seared into my cortex. Most of it was still getting constant FM radio airplay when I was a kid. It was one of the first CDs I bought. I listened to it over and over and over. There's not much else I can squeeze out of this one. When the Levee Breaks is still one of the dopest drum beats ever. For all his talents, I think John Bonham's greatest attribute was his restraint. The beat is so skeletal and deliberate. But it still has Bonham's signature right foot, going where no other drummer would take the song. A lesser drummer would have played a lot more, and sounded a lot less. Misty Mountain Hop is rollicking fun. It's been years since I've listened to the album as a piece. MMH was the highlight of this spin. Everything is just firing perfectly here. Everyone gets a featured break; and they're all great. The song is a driving masterpiece. I've always loved Four Sticks too. In fact, I think I like the second side of this album even more than side one. And think about that; the A-side has Black Dog, Rock and Roll, and of course, Stairway to Heaven. This is just a fantastic album from the top, down. It has to be one of the best hard rock albums ever.

There are a couple of weak spots on the album, but the peaks are higher than almost any other record in history. Of course I am referring to Black Dog, as well as the iconic Stairway to Heaven and the titanic When the Levee Breaks. When you have three tracks of this quality, it's hard to argue against a 5 star rating.

We are eating good today! Like the man on the cover, I imagine he went into Sunday not sure what was up, how much wood he would collect, but turns out the gods smile on you sometimes and he came back with one of the biggest bundles of sticks ever captured on an album cover. Seeing the cover enlarged I am not realizing it is a painting hanging on a wall. Incredible. While this isn't my favorite LZ album, it's one of the greats. Black Dog, Rock and Roll, Stairway to Heaven, Misty Mountain Hop, and one of my favs When the Levee Breaks.

As I sat in the car thinking of how to review this album, the radio automatically switched to FM and stairway is what happened to be playing. All of zeppelin is overhyped but only stairway is really overplayed. It’s impressive that a song which sees so much play can feel like it earns it, and more so that the album it appears on feels cohesive, complete, and commensurate to its success.

Lay down, light up, headphones on, volume up, close your eyes and climb the stairway. Then you will understand how great this album is. 5 stars or A+ without question.

A perfect Led Zeppelin album. All over the place sonically, never gets boring.

Calling it a masterpiece still doesn't do it enough justice.

ONE OF THE ABSOLUTE BEST ALBUMS OF ALL TIME!!!

It's one of the most important pieces of hard rock ever. I gave it a 97 out of 100 on My AOTY account.just because I prefer post rock like swans or godspeed you!

classic

A tour de force that has hit after hit as Led Zeppelin completed their world take over. Some controversy in writing upon look back but hard to deny its impact.

Boomers really cooked with this one.

Even the weakest songs of this album are better than many great songs, it doesn't get much better than this.

Inarguably brilliant. Near perfect. Everything just HITS. After two one star albums, this is what was desperately needed.

Heard it a thousand times, but always happy to listen again. Their versatility is on full display here. Rockers, ballads, epics. It's all there.

I could spin this over and over

I don't think there is anything I could say that hasn't been said a million times. This album is a stone cold classic.

What a classic. There are some weak points, with Four Sticks especially and even Rock and Roll feeling like filler tracks to me. But Going to California, Battle for Evermore, When the Levee Breaks just deliver so much soul. And even after billions plays of Stairway, it is still worth an undistracted listen every once in a while. 4.5 stars.

An absolute masterpiece obviously, but as a drummer I have to highlight Bonham's drumming on "Four Sticks" - possibly the sole underrated track on the record. The 5/8 to 6/8 groove is slick as butter, and Bonzo maintains a consistent feel across the entire track - using four sticks, to boot!

Zeppelin is one of my favorite bands, this is one of their best albums

Classic

I listened to it twice because I was in the office the first time and it felt like I didn’t do the listening experience justice.

Classic

Define o que é essencial no rock, demonstração de poder e melodia com as melhores doses de partes ou faixas acústicas com seções de rock pesado. Será um dos disco que mais escutarei na vida.

Generally, not my favorite album of the band but certainly an incredible listen. Bombastic and subtle across the span of the album.

Every time I try to discount this one. Say it's overrated. But damn, this one has it all. The members are in full force with hits of every kind. Might as well be a greatest hits.

Bona fide GOLD! Was least familiar with Four Sticks but loved/knew every track. Enjoyed the simplicity of Going To California as I always have!

Alright, another iconic album! Led Zeppelin IV is arguably one of the most iconic albums ever released. It has been praised to a degree that very few other albums have. I mean, it's the fifth highest rated album on this very website! But does it deserve this high praise? What do you think I'm gonna say? Of course it does. I think the most impressive thing about this album is that it was released in 1971. Obviously, great music had been released by 1971, but this just feels way ahead of nearly every other band from this time. The blend of hard and soft sounds creates a lot of variety in the feelings this album gives you. All of the band's members provide something of value to this band. Robert Plant's vocals are probably my favorite part, but Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham all deserve plenty of praise as well. All of the songs are great too. Obviously, "Stairway to Heaven" is insanely iconic for a reason. It's just an amazing song that I'm listening to again as I write this review. Songs like "The Battle of Evermore" retain that song's emotional high points, while songs like the opener "Black Dog" add a bit of fun into the mix. Overall, this album truly does deserve the praise it gets. Even if I personally wouldn't call it the greatest album ever made (there are quite a few albums on this list that I like more than it), I can totally see why others would call this the greatest album ever. 5/5.

there wasnt a song i didnt like

Album lleno de joyas musicales emblemáticas de una época en la que todo era nuevo y el horizonte estaba lleno de nuevas ideas que se materializaban gracias a los avances en las técnicas de grabación de la época. Hay una leyenda que cuenta que John Bonham grabó la batería de este disco con sólo dos micrófonos y colocando su instrumento en el cubo de la escalera del edificio donde se encontraba el estudio. Esto le dio un sabor muy peculiar al sonido de los tambores y se puede notar en varios momentos a lo largo del disco.

own

Perfection

Musical comfort food

Listened to many times. One of the great rock albums. Page's guitar playing is extraordinary, but his overall songwriting and use of odd time signatures has never been duplicated (although many have tried). And despite the oversaturation of "Stairway to Heaven" it remains the pinnacle of rock epics. "The dark Lord rides in force tonight"

I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed this one. I almost skipped Stairway but then decided that listening to the album means listening to everything.

Glorious from the first note to the last. I pity the album that comes after this.

Even with Stairway to Heaven way overplayed during our youth, this is an all-timer. Damone: When it comes down to making out, whenever possible, put on side one of Led Zeppelin IV. Ratner: plays "Kashmir" from Physical Graffiti.

One of the best rock albums of all time personally. Every riff slaps, Bonham’s drumming is super tight, and of course Robert Plant’s vocals are energetic and full of personality. The more upbeat and fun tracks like Black Dog and Misty Mountain Hop are great, while the more emotional cuts like Going To California do an excellent job at keeping the listener engaged although they are slower paced. Overall the only small issue with this project is that I wish it was longer, but at the end of the day the super tight tracklist makes it flow better. 9.5/10

Fucking goated. Zeppelin's best album. I love how concise it is, giving us only their best.

Stairway to heaven forever

Rock and Roll is probably one of my all time favourite songs. The whole album is spectacular, not a single negative found. Perfection!

It's perfect.

Zeppelin's magnum opus. A statement so massive that it came out in only the second year of the 1970s and yet it loomed over the whole decade. Big, brash, stupid, stupendous, overplayed as all hell, and, yes, a wonderful album. Best song: Rock and Roll

Battle of evermore, black dog, rock n roll, misty mountain hop, going to california, when the levee breaks

I never seem to get tired of Stairway to Heaven no matter how overplayed it is. I won't say that the next song can hold up after it, but the album picks up again quickly and ends strong. Stand-out: Going to California, Rock and Roll

Ba ba booey 👀

I know, it's a bit of a cliche rating, but I was surprised to enjoy the other songs of the album as much as Stairway to Heaven. A few of them got imitated a lot so they get a strong Seinfeld Effect, but it was still a great listen.

Understated classic for a reason

**Led Zeppelin IV: An In-Depth Review** **Introduction** Released on November 8, 1971, Led Zeppelin IV, officially untitled but commonly referred to as "Led Zeppelin IV," stands as one of the most iconic albums in rock history. This fourth studio album by Led Zeppelin solidified the band’s place in the pantheon of rock legends. The album showcases the band's musical versatility and profound lyricism, supported by stellar production and an enduring influence that spans generations. **Music and Composition** Led Zeppelin IV offers a diverse musical palette, ranging from hard rock to folk influences. The opening track, "Black Dog," starts with a distinctive a cappella vocal intro by Robert Plant, immediately leading into a powerful riff by Jimmy Page. The song epitomizes the band's hard rock prowess, featuring complex time signatures and dynamic shifts. "Rock and Roll," the second track, pays homage to the early rock and roll of the 1950s with its driving rhythm and spirited energy. John Bonham’s drumming is particularly noteworthy, providing a relentless, pounding beat that propels the song forward. "The Battle of Evermore" introduces a more acoustic, folk-influenced sound. The use of mandolin, played by Page, and the duet vocals by Plant and Sandy Denny from Fairport Convention create a mystical atmosphere, reminiscent of ancient British folklore. The album’s centerpiece, "Stairway to Heaven," is a progressive rock masterpiece. It begins with a gentle acoustic guitar, gradually building into an electrifying climax. The lyrics, filled with allegorical references, have been interpreted in myriad ways, adding to the song’s mystique. "Going to California" and "Four Sticks" further demonstrate the band’s range. The former is a soft, introspective ballad with a strong folk influence, while the latter is notable for its complex rhythmic structure, with Bonham playing with four drumsticks, hence the title. "When the Levee Breaks," the closing track, is a powerful blues-rock song with a heavy, ominous feel. The recording of Bonham’s drums in a stairwell of Headley Grange provides a distinctive, thunderous sound that has been widely sampled in various genres of music. **Lyrics and Themes** The lyrics on Led Zeppelin IV explore a wide array of themes, from mythology and fantasy to introspection and existential musings. "Black Dog" uses metaphor and blues tradition to depict themes of lust and longing. "Rock and Roll" nostalgically celebrates the genre’s roots while also acknowledging its evolution. "The Battle of Evermore" and "Stairway to Heaven" delve into mythical and spiritual realms. "The Battle of Evermore" references historical and mythical battles, evoking a sense of timeless struggle. "Stairway to Heaven" is rich with symbolism, exploring themes of spiritual enlightenment, materialism, and the quest for meaning. "Going to California" is more personal and introspective, reflecting Plant's feelings of disillusionment and yearning for a simpler life amidst the chaos of fame. "Four Sticks," with its enigmatic lyrics, touches on themes of determination and perseverance. "When the Levee Breaks" revisits the blues tradition, drawing inspiration from the 1927 Mississippi flood. The lyrics convey a sense of impending doom and the struggle against uncontrollable natural forces, metaphorically reflecting broader existential themes. **Production** The production of Led Zeppelin IV, handled by guitarist Jimmy Page, is a masterclass in achieving a perfect blend of rawness and sophistication. Recorded at several locations, including Headley Grange, a Victorian house in Hampshire, the album benefits from the varied acoustic environments. Page’s innovative recording techniques are evident throughout the album. For instance, the use of the "distance makes depth" technique in "When the Levee Breaks," where Bonham’s drums were recorded from a distance to capture the room's natural reverb, creates a monumental sound. The acoustic tracks, such as "Going to California" and "The Battle of Evermore," were meticulously recorded to capture the nuances of the instruments. The production enhances the ethereal quality of these songs, providing a stark contrast to the heavier tracks. The layering of instruments and vocals is handled with precision, allowing each element to shine while contributing to the overall texture of the album. The dynamic range, from the gentle acoustics of "Stairway to Heaven"’s intro to the full-throttle rock of "Rock and Roll," showcases the band’s ability to traverse and blend genres seamlessly. **Influence and Legacy** Led Zeppelin IV has had an immeasurable impact on rock music and beyond. The album’s innovative blend of genres has influenced countless artists across various genres, from rock and metal to folk and electronic music. "Stairway to Heaven" alone has achieved legendary status, often cited as one of the greatest rock songs of all time. Its influence can be seen in the works of many bands that followed, inspiring a generation of musicians to experiment with song structures and lyrical content. The heavy, riff-driven sound of "Black Dog" and "Rock and Roll" laid the groundwork for many hard rock and heavy metal bands. The album’s incorporation of folk elements can be seen in the rise of folk rock and the continued blending of rock with other genres. The production techniques employed by Page have become standard practices in the recording industry, particularly the innovative use of space and acoustics. The album’s success without a title or band name on the cover challenged conventional marketing practices and emphasized the importance of music over commercial considerations. **Pros and Cons** **Pros:** 1. **Musical Diversity:** The album covers a wide range of musical styles, showcasing the band’s versatility and willingness to experiment. 2. **Iconic Tracks:** Songs like "Stairway to Heaven," "Black Dog," and "When the Levee Breaks" are timeless classics. 3. **Production Quality:** The innovative recording techniques and production quality set new standards in the industry. 4. **Lyricism:** The album’s lyrics are rich with symbolism, mythology, and introspection, offering depth and multiple layers of interpretation. 5. **Influence:** The album’s influence on subsequent generations of musicians and genres is profound and far-reaching. **Cons:** 1. **Lyrical Ambiguity:** Some listeners may find the lyrics of certain songs, especially "Stairway to Heaven," too ambiguous or open to interpretation. 2. **Overexposure:** Due to the album’s immense popularity, tracks like "Stairway to Heaven" may suffer from overexposure, leading to listener fatigue. 3. **Pacing:** The shift from hard rock to folk within the album may feel disjointed to some listeners, affecting the overall flow. 4. **Length:** At just over 42 minutes, some might argue the album is too short, leaving listeners wanting more from such a landmark release. 5. **Consistency:** While the diversity is a strength, it may also be seen as a lack of consistent direction or theme throughout the album. **Conclusion** Led Zeppelin IV is an essential piece of rock music history. Its groundbreaking approach to blending genres, coupled with its innovative production and deep lyricism, makes it a timeless classic. While it has its minor flaws, the album’s strengths far outweigh them, ensuring its place as a cornerstone of rock music and a lasting influence on the music industry.

An absolute titan of an album. Has an enormous reputation that it somehow lives up to. Banger after banger, incredible range. Send this into space.

One of the "best of the best" of all times

One of the greatest albums ever released with, in my opinion, the greatest song ever written.

I kinda have to give it a 5 just for the Black Dog, Stairway, and When the Levee Breaks. Three monstrously good tracks that define what makes Zeppelin so iconic to me.

Must anything be said about this great classic?

Iconic rock album. Such incredible variety in a two-sided album from 1971!

5! 10! 100! Best of all time?

A afluência sonora e temática de tudo que a banda já tinha sido até então. Com certeza um dos melhores discos de rock da história que até hoje se mantem empolgante e único.

Led Zeppelin really could do no wrong on their first four albums. There’s a not so great song here and there (looking any you Lemon Song) but for all intents and purposes this was quite the streak. And you’d think by the fourth one they’d be running out of steam, but this is arguably their best album. I do think they should have switched Levee and Stairway, Stairway is an obvious closer. Otherwise the album is packed with hits and flows nicely. They also don’t overstay their welcome, it’s 40ish minutes of great tunes and then it’s done.

Rock n roll forever. Not a bad song on this album

Seriously, it doesn't get better or more epic than this one - on which Stairway to Heaven is somehow possibly not even one of the top songs on the album.

Didn’t have to listen (but I did). About the easiest 5 yet

Classic hard rock album. So many good songs here, good from beginning to end. Mixes it up to stay interesting. Hard rock songs, epic masterpieces, more bluesy feeling stuff, it’s all here, and it’s all good.

I know a few songs. Stairway to Heaven moves this album to the top.

5 Stars all day long!!!

Masterpiece 5/5

sooooo viel glost früener. Black dog iconic riff ultra wonky gspielt aber bonham slaaaappt. JA GANG UFD BELL. JA SIE HARMONIZED DE RIFFI BIFFI. iiiiconuc solo und de plant singt sooo geil. rock and roll fangt afoch nöd döt ah womer meint und da isch geil. bonham kennt nüt er zücht meeega. jaaaa klavier battle of evermore isch au seehr geil und bringt mega energie ane ohni schlagzüg. de begleittext het gad dezue plädiert dasmer stairway to heaven versuecht nomel so lose als hettmer nöd scho zwei millione mol ghört. i try. holds up. unglaublich guete song. bitz pathetisch aber s baut so unglaublich guet uuf in richtig schlagzüg und d chords mitem plant zeme sind so geil. ah und ich ha vergesse dases es e piano im mix het! sehr wichtig, john paul jones isch de wo alles zemehebt. gitarresolo isch perfekt genau so wies mue sii. und denn goht de song erst richtig los? BAM BAM and as we wind on down the road. hits sind soo geil. so viel hooks me merkt dass do gad uuultra kreativ gsi sind. jaaaa jetz simmer ide herr der ringe section aglangt misty mountain hop isch en baaanger. mega whimsical und recht hert glichzitig. wieder am JPJ sis rhodes. am bonham sini drums sind öppe so gross wieni mer de misty mountain vorstell. ah stimmt four sticks hani vergesse aber banger riff und synthiiii jaaaa ich chan going to california nöd lese ohni dasis ide arnold schwarzenegger stimm ghör. aso de titel. funny. song isch ultra schön. merk gad wie oft ich scho anes fragment vomne lied denkt ha und es isch mengmol afoch de song. suuuper schön. ah levee breaks. drum intro gmacht für hiphop sampling danke led zeppelin. danke john bonham s tönt soo geil. haha wie de plant überstüürt im mikrofon, sie hend sicher nie muddy waters glost. lieb de refrain? bridge? halt de mit de geile gitarremelodie.

BROOOOO GLÖSCHT WORDE ES VERDAMMT GUETS ALBUM NOAML when the levee breaks würkt teilwiis iwie moderner als es isch? stairway to heaven unglaublich guets lied me kennt ehm ja weiss nöd

Great album!

Awesome!!!

Classic. Reason it is overplayed. Battle of Evermore LOTR D&D classic.

The first album I owned on vinyl - this album will always be close to my heart <3 stairway to heaven and battle of evermore are some of my most favourite songs in the world

So I decided what I’m gonna do now. I’m gonna give Zep IV a (4.8*s) L rates it at (4.0*s) We had the album at 4Ex back in the early 70s, Side A got moderate play for Black Dog and Stairway. On this listen, I think the B Side is stronger. The entire album holds up, all songs are hits. At this point I still think this is Zeppelin’s best album, but time will tell as I know we’ll be listening to more of them before this journey through the 1001 list is complete…

Oh baby! I dare someone to say this doesn't belong on many music lists. What an album. Grabs you right at the start and doesnt let go. I think the best is coming off Stairway and flipping to side b to get an uppercut from Misty Mt Hop. When the album is over, you are left a bit dumbfounded when you realize just how many greats are on it. I know it is hailed as Zeps best (I may argue) and it is worthy of that pedestal amongst their insane catalog of musical genius. Will hold up forever and may even keep getting better...4.9.

What needs to be said? Incredible album all the way through. This belongs in the argument for best album of all time. Whether you love Zep or not so much about IV is iconic. I expect this to be at the top of many many lists. 4.9 stars

5 It’s a 5

What can you say, it's Led Zeppelin.

Omg yes YES Y E S. LOVE IT INSTANT 10/10

4 x Very Good. High art rock.

I've gotten 3 LZ albums in order: I, III, now IV. They've gotten progressively better. I'll give this top marks based on its incredible legacy. I'll even admit to enjoying it.

This is a classic album from beginning to end. I'm not the biggest Zeppelin fan in the world but there's just no denying how good this one is. Easy 5.

I like this album, but I wonder how to rate it. To me, Led Zep’s hits far outshine the other tracks on most of their albums. But is that enough of a reason to drop it to four stars? That’s the dilemma. In the end, I think not. In my opinion, rock and roll needed this album and is better because of it.

yea its pretty good i guess

Really just an incredible showcase of musicianship across the board, but also a record where Led Zeppelin goes above and beyond on their blues influences with tracks like "The Battle of Evermore" and "Going to California." A fiery yet at times endearing record that is one of hard rock's greatest achievements. "Four Sticks" is kind of just okay though

My mom had this record and as a kid, I remember the album cover but never put it together with the music that we would play. Its just right...its authentically trippy, his voice is right for the music, the melodies and chords are perfect, it flows but nothing is overdone. It is, passionate, meaningful, an album you can hear, feel and see all at once. My favs are Misty Mountain Hop and Going to California.

Great band! Robert Plant's lyrics and vocals are incredible. Jimmy Page's guitar work is phenomenal. This is definitely one of their best albums. Possibly their best one. It's great start to finish.

Nearly every song on this album is so overplayed on classic rock radio, you’d think it is a greatest hits record. I would say this is Zep’s most consistent piece of work. Definitely their most totemic, god like work.

Take all my 5s, album generator! This has been a good run of music, damn. Of course this gets a 5, it’s about as classic as it gets, and for good reason. Zeppelin rocks. Stairway to Heaven is still an absolute treasure, and there are so many other total bangers on here too. It could pretty much be a greatest hits album.

Probably the best Led Zeppelin album. Some iconic songs and really none of the songs on the album are skippable. Thoroughly enjoyable.

Some of the best ever rock songs are on this album. The last couple songs were misses for me, but I'm sticking with the 5 stars because the good ones are REAL good.

Elska allt við þessa plötu. Hún er búin að vera í blóðinu mínu frá því ég var pínulítil!

This is likely one of the best albums ever recorded. I think you're doing some mental gymnastics trying to give this anything other than a 5. Black Dog, Rock and Roll, Stairway to Heaven, Misty Mountain Hop, Going to California, and When the Levee Breaks making it all on a single album is nuts to think about. I can't imagine being around when this album dropped.

An utterly singular group of musicians make not just their best record, but one of the greatest rock records ever recorded. A lot of hyperbole will get penned in this list, but it's Zeppelin IV...there's just not much more to add; it's a flawless and timeless record.

A 6 star classic album.

This is already one of my favourite albums of all time.

I’m a III and II man myself, but I don’t remember this being actually as good as its reputation. Stairway is still incredibly overrated though. Might be the weakest song on the record.

What is there to say? It's Led Zeppelin's best album and one of the best rock albums of all time. Halfway through and you have four of the best songs of the decade. Easy 5.

If this album isn’t a 5 star, no 5 star albums exist.

Five stars, no notes.

5 stars is the only appropriate rating for this album. Anyone disagreeing has the wrong opinion.

Untitled is the fourth studio album by English rock band Led Zeppelin. The negative reaction to "Led Zeppelin III" led the band to leave this album untitled. It does feature four symbols, one for each band member and is commonly referred to as "Led Zeppelin IV." The majority of the album was recorded in country house Headley Grave which provided an environment that inspired them to try different arrangements of material and create in various styles. Guitarist Jimmy Page produced and mixed the album. It was a critical and commercial success hitting #1 in the UK, #2 in the US and becoming their biggest selling album. An echoing guitar, Robert Plant yelling "Hey, Hey Mama...." and we're off with "Black Dog." A heavy guitar, drummer John Bonham hitting lots of cymbals and the start/stop flow of the song. It was named after a dog that hung around Headley Grave. "Rock and Roll" explodes right way with aggressive drums and guitar. The song was created in early jam sessions during the album recording and that's exactly what it sounds like. Throttled vocals by Robert Plant and Ian Stewart on piano. Page on acoustic guitar and John Paul Jones on the recorder begin the classic "Stairway to Heaven." This song was played so much on the radio in the 70's and 80's that I admit, I was sick of it. Thank God things for me i dont hear this as much nowadays cause this is really a fantastic song. The first half of soft rock which explodes to hard rock. When Bonham kicks the drums in...Yeah! It's about a woman who took everything without giving anything back. "Going to California" has, I believe, Robert Plant's best lyrics on the album. An acoustic number which describes a California earthquake and is about trying to find the perfect woman. It was inspired by Joni Mitchell. Who's up for a song with lead drums? I am and that's exactly what we get with the bluesy cover of Memphis Mine's "When the Levee Breaks." Bonham's legendary drum intro and continued thunder pound throughout the song. Plant's harmonica (I thinks it's him) gives it that swampy bluesy vibe. The grind of this song is heavy and deep. Well, what can you say here? It is one of the greatest hard rock albums of all time and still hits hard. I like what a critic said describing the album in that each song does not step on the next song. The songs glow throughout the album. Page's guitar, Bonham's drums and Plant's vocals have to be among the best of their career. The lyrics especially with the medieval references may not be at the brilliant level but who cares. A classic in every which way.

Honestly, even if old school rock is not my go to genre, the fact of the matter is that this remains, and stands the test of time, taste, trends, and even after having heard each of these songs a billion times, this is one of the greatest rock and roll albums of all time and will remain so forever. It is hard to imagine what it must have been like to hear this for the first time when it came out.

I do like (already) listening to zed zepplin so yes, i do like this too.

Simplesmente Led Zeppelin IV

5 obviously.

This is possibly the greatest work from one of the most iconic and influential rock groups of all time. This album showcases all the best attributes of Led Zeppelin. From the no-nonsense hard rock jams like "Black Dog" and "Rock and Roll", to groovier jams like "Misty Mountain Top", the stellar musicianship of the members of the band are on full display here. And this is not even mentioning one of the most played songs of rock history which also happens to be on this album, "Stairway to Heaven". This song has a reputation of being "overplayed", but it's for good reason - because it's perfect, just like this album in my opinion. 10/10

One of my favorite albums of all time absolute loved it!!

Today was the day to dust off my old CD to enjoy some of this music that has already been imprinted in my soul since I was a teenager. There's not much to say. Absolute classic that never gets old

Sooooo gooooood!!! I love Going to California and Stairway to heaven just such a well-balanced and great album

I’ve always really enjoyed this album and feel there aren’t any skips. It has a lot of exposure and can get played out but it’s for good reason there are classics on it.

no comment

I know it's been overplayed, but, really? I can't not.

All hail LZ. 🤘

This has got to be a 5/5 hasn't it? Reasons: My favourite song on here, because I am a contrary hipster, is probably "When the Levee Breaks". That drum sound! I can play "Black Dog" on the guitar, although I wish I'd learnt a different song because I never know when to come in after the sing-y bits. Without this album and "Stairway to Heaven," we would never have had the "No Stairway? Denied!" bit from Wayne's World. The other songs I haven't mentioned are either nice folky ones or nice groovy ones and I love them. Thought Led Zeppelin probably nicked them off of someone else. FIVE STARS!

Always loved it.

A standout, five star album. Though not their best ... 🤔

epic genius rock jimmy F'ing page

Fantastical and ethereal. Gortdamn classics in this album.

That was really good 5/5

I've nothing more to say than has already been said, and incredible masterpiece of an album.

How did I miss this one?

Yeahhhh I love this album so much. Been listening to this since I was a kid. Cliche to say, but stairway to heaven is so damn good. crazy that an 8 minute song doesn’t get boring. Love the experimenting in four sticks. You’re lying if you say when the levee breaks isn’t a VIBE. The lyrics are sometimes too layered in metaphor and Tolkien references but whatever I don’t really mind. This is a FIVER for sure.

This album felt like a film soundtrack in the best way. I was familiar with a few of these already, but I was pleasantly surprised by each new song. Of course this is a renowned and even legendary band, but I guess I hadn't quite given Led Zeppelin a chance yet. Definitely an album that flows from start to finish.

A phenomenal and top tier album. Revolutionary and iconic, "Led Zeppelin IV" is a staple to any rock album listing. Led Zeppelin heralded in a new generation of rockers with this timeless album.

Yes

Toch wel vette shit dit hoor. De betere brulblues met gillende gitaren, en gratis erbij de klassiekert Stairway to heaven, vast onderdeel van een ieders gitaarcursus. Kennelijk jatwerk, dank je Leo Blokhuis voor het doorprikken van de illusie. Maar goed, dat kunnen wij als 1001-luisteraars officieel niet weten. En zo ontzettend veel lijkt 'Taurus' van Spirit er nou ook weer niet op.

Fijn! Een band waarvan de kwaliteit wel bewezen is. Dat hebben wel we nodig na de laatste experimenten die wij voorgeschoteld kregen. Kom maar door! En ja hoor, het begint gelijk prima! Je knikt vanzelf mee met het hoofd. Er zit een lekkere opbouw in het nummer, zodat het interessant blijft. Daarna belooft de titel 'Rock & Roll'. Altijd lekker. Van het volgende nummer (The Battle of Evermore) word ik behoorlijk neurotisch. Dit nummer had prima gepast in de experimentenrij die wij hiervoor hadden. Het minpuntje op het album. Maar dan komt de hit die alles weer goed maakt. Ze overtreffen zichzelf nog eens wat betreft de opbouw. Er volgt even een moment van bezinning. Prima muziek om de nekspieren mee te trainen, maar niet heel expressief. Tot Going California weer dwingt actief te luisteren en ze daarna afsluiten met een (wel iets te lang) modern Breakbeat-nummer. 4,5 ster.

Op youtube kun je je soms verliezen in allerhande filmpjes over muziek. Mocht je tijd willen verdoen aan filmpjes over drummers, check dan waarom John Bonham zo'n geweldige drummer was. En luister dan nog eens naar Led Zeppelin. Heerlijk zeg. Het 4e album van de band alweer, ik had dit keer geen zin om op te zoeken hoeveel we van Led Zeppelin krijgen. Maar ik kan dit altijd goed aanhoren. Dikke drums, uitstekend gitaarwerk, indrukwekkende zangpartijen. Stukken beter dan de zeurende Britse zangers die de decennia erna kwamen. Geen grote epistels of profielwerkstukken over waarom dit zo goed is. Het is gewoon goed, punt. Op die 5 sterren knop drukken en nog een keer opzetten.

I know it, you know it, every aspiring guitarist knows at least a few notes of it: Led Zeppelin IV is one of if not THE greatest hard rock album of all time, with “Stairway to Heaven” as one of the most well-known and technically impressive guitar solos out there. But “Stairway to Heaven” isn’t the only great song on this album. They’re all great. Any Led Zeppelin greatest hits album will have to have at least 3 songs from this album, and it’s a bit of a crapshoot which ones get selected. “Black Dog” opens on a bang with “Rock and Roll” keeping the blood pumping. “The Battle of Evermore” and “Misty Mountain Hop” are both Lord of the Rings-inspired tunes which are probably the most unique on the album. “Four Sticks” is another bop, “Going to California” is the lightest song on the album, and “When the Levee Breaks” is probably the heaviest. At the time, bands like Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, and Deep Purple were developing the heavy metal genre, which at that point was tied closely to blues rock. Led Zeppelin IV mastered the genre as a combination of the 2, and I believe that they mastered it so well that they basically ended the genre as it existed. After 1971, bands either veered further into metal or blues, but not both anymore. Obviously there are counter-examples, but there’s no better example of a genre which has reached its peak in a single album.

Quintessential album for rock music ever, if not for all music.

some notable hits I already knew, short album but every song is great led zeppelin

unquestionably belongs on this list. no ifs, and, or buts.

It’s perfect

A classic classic rock album.

Classic, and for good reason

Black Dog, Going to California... it's all so good. Self-explanatory 5 stars.

This was the second Zeppelin album I listened to, and the first one I bought. All killer, no filler, and released in my birth year.

Great album 10/10

From the crashing high hat of Rock and Roll to Bonzo’s booming drums in Levee, and the masterpiece musical journey of Stairway, this may be the easiest 5 ever. The whole album absolutely cooks and is a landmark in the history of rock. If anything needs a knob that goes to 11, this does.

Following Mike Damone’s five-point plan from Fast Times at Ridgemont High: 1. "You never let on how much you like a girl. 'Oh, Debbie. Hi.'" 2. "You always call the shots. 'Kiss me. You won't regret it.'" 3. "Act like wherever you are, that's the place to be. 'Isn't this great?'" 4. "When ordering food, you find out what she wants, then order for the both of you. It's a classy move. 'Now, the lady will have the linguine and white clam sauce, and a Coke with no ice.'" …and most importantly… 5. "When it comes down to making out, whenever possible, put on side one of Led Zeppelin IV."

Is there a bustle in your hedgerow or are you just happy to see me?! This is LZ at the peak of their plentiful powers. I don’t care how many times I’ve heard Stairway (a million?). That song is flawless.

…and I’ll fight anyone who disagrees!

First thing’s first: I’m giving this album an emphatic 5*. That said, a had an interesting reaction while listening. Boredom isn’t the right word, but the songs are so ubiquitous that there's really no surprise or discovery factor here. Not like Sabbath's debut that blew my mind because I wasn't as familiar with the tracks (my stupid 4* rating of that album will haunt me until the day I die). Incredible that six of eight tracks are stone cold classics. Obvi Stairway, the most played track on the radio ever. Funny that Plant got so tired of hearing it that he donated a pile of cash to a station fundraiser so they would never play it again. I think that's true. Anyways, that's my take. 5* to the max. Thanks for listening. #BeBlessed 5/5

I’ve been sick of this album for 40 years, but can’t deny it’s great

Top 5 all time!

excellent album. forgot how good stairway is

Simplesmente uma coletânea de classicos

Easy 5 stars. They don’t come much better than this.

Another from my youth that thankfully hasnt aged a day. As about as perfect a rock record you’re likely to find (albeit, LZ III is more of a personal favourite of mine). Every track a total belter from start to finish, total perfection.

Pretty much the epitome of classic rock, sounds like what a dozen other bands on this list actually want to be. Robert plants voice really is the best for this sort of music It sounds completely authentic and has most of Led Zep's best songs. I know stairway to heaven has a stereotype of being overplayed but I'm not sure where it's getting played, maybe back in the day, still sounds great to me. Top notch, easy 5.

Quite good isn't it. Taking the Jack approach - no one can write anything further about Stairway to Heaven. Black Dog and Going to California were my favourites. I never realised how middle-of-the-road Led Zeppelin were until this list, very easy to listen to.

God damn this is a truly outstanding album. I loved everything from the hard rock of "Black Dog" all the way to the blues of "When the Levee Breaks". Easy 5⭐ Highlights: Black Dog Rock and Roll Stairway to Heaven When the Levee Breaks

One of the best albums I've ever heard

“Black Dog,” “Rock and Roll,” and “Stairway to Heaven.” Phenomenal album.

classic rock album of all time. 1971 was a great year

Easy! 5

Świetne, ponadczasowe. 5/5

-darf ich gar nicht so laut hören in der Wohnung wie ich gerne würde! -sehr sehr sehr gut (Stairway to heaven nur der 6. beste Song auf der Platte)

Stairway to heaven

One of a handful of albums from the 70s that's beyond criticism, and for good reason, as every track is a winner. It's quite a diverse affair going from heavy rock to mystical folk. I personally prefer the folky stuff, especially 'The Battle of Evermore' (featuring Sandy Denny) but I equally love the bombastic 'When The Levee Breaks'. A true classic.

One of my all-time favourite albums

A zinger! I didn't know this was wall-to-wall needledrops. What a delight. I am an tired and pottering about doing tasks and this is a lovely accompaniment. I cannot go 4.5 stars, so I'll have to round.

When a Led Zeppelin album comes up on the 1001 list, I always enjoy it, but I'd never really listen to them afterwards, and I'm not sure why. Listening to IV, I found myself trying to pick faults so that I could down score it from a 5 vote, probably because I have a massive soft spot for The Beatles. But I can't fault it, 5!

PROPER banger 9/10 goat songs on this one brill

What needs to be said?

"Now hang on," I can hear you say. "You rated Led Zeppelin's fourth album 5 stars, but Led Zeppelin II was a 1-star album for you? Are you an absolute lunatic?" The answer is likely yes, but I can justify it in one sentence: The rest of the band decided to show up. From what I've gathered, much of Led Zeppelin's strength lies in their guitarist. The first couple albums seemed like little more than excuses to showcase a string of guitar solos. Now, if you're into killer guitar solos, Led Zeppelin is your band. If you're not... well, those albums don't have much else for you. By the time you get to Led Zeppelin IV, you can tell the rest of the band has figured out where they fit into the picture. That's not to say the stellar guitar work is gone; it still dominates throughout. But now the album feels like it has intention and clarity, and it makes all the difference.

1st record I ever dug into. My Mom had Zep and my step-Dad had the Beatles but I resented my step-dad so I rocked Zeppelin haha. Iconic nostalgia for me.

5 stars

Frodo would be proud

THE Best album ever produced. No 1 in ANY list. Black Dog - the first few bars give me goosebumps cos I know every track about to be unleashed ♠️ Rock and Roll - Used to play this at the local underage disco! (Cos it's radio play short!)😂 The Battle of Evermore - an inspiration and part of me for almost 50 years 💚 Stairway to Heaven - unquestionably, THE BEST SONG OF ALL TIME ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐😎🌈 Misty Mountain Hop - Pure Zep 😊 Four sticks - More Pure Zep 😊 My dogs name is Zepp 😎 Going to California - Always gives me a chill, it's soooo good 😉 When the Levee Breaks - Astonishingly good ♠️

'nuff said

All killer. Sonically enveloping. Groovy as hell.

10/10 album

Led Zepplin. Excellent,

This album is hit after hit and absolutely amazing. Led Zepplin is easily one of the best bands ever. 5 stars and if there was an option to give more I would.

Another one of Those Albums Everyone Had. I own it still. Loved it then and still do.

The biggest band of the Seventies, and unquestionably one of the most enduring bands in rock history Wow Stairway to Heaven - "Gänsehaut" - Feelings ;-)

I've listened to this a lot over the years but it's been awhile. It was nice to revisit after such a long hiatus. There's no question this is solid all the way through. It's a must listen for anyone regardless of what your favorite genre is.

What a treat

When you own the album on cassette you can't cherry pick the tracks. This means you listen to all of them and over time appreciate the nuances of each one. As a collection probably their best work. Individual tracks elsewhere may well be better.

Ever heard rock n roll? Not until you’ve heard Zeppelin! This is one of my favorite rock albums ever made. It also features my favorite track from the iconic band. Banger after banger as we make our way up the Stairway to Heaven!

you can't give this album less than 5/5. Cmon.

Wore the vinyl out so many times!

Great album classic zepplin

It's zoso

I'm fifteen years old again. Big grins. Appreciated the drums and bass more than ever.

When I think of rock and roll it’s this. Everything here Black dog through stairway to heaven is all the essence of rock and roll. The Beatles may of revolutionized it but Led Zeppelin perfected it A fucking plus Favorite: stairway to heaven 5/5 beautiful

Not my favourite Zep but still a pure banger

A classic album!

Classic over all of the classics. Stairway to heaven is enough to give it 5/5.

This album slaps. I knew most of the tracks already, but there were two songs I wasn't familiar with (Four Sticks and Going to California) so it was great to hear some new content. Loved it!

It's Zeppelin IV.. what more needs to be said.

Let the led out! 🤘🏼

Perfection

This was the best Zep album. It was really John Bonhams album. The drums were spectacular. A bit less guitar than 1-3. Better writing. Better production. Stairway took on a life of its own but every other some was very good.

10/10

literally my favourite led zep album

It's not something that I would personally decide to listen to if I had to choose, but can this be anything else than a 5?

What can you say about this album. It's perfect, even though you probably know that.

Great album with some really fantastic songs. "Stairway to Heaven" is great, but my current favorite may be "The Battle of Evermore."

This was one of the first albums I ever had.

If you need someone to explain why this is a 5 star classic to you, you may be too far gone.

Great

Dude it's Led Zeppelin IV. What's the world coming to if you don't give this a 5/5?

When I think of "rock 'n' roll" I think of Springsteen doing Quarter to 3 at No Nukes. But when I think of "rock" I think of this album -- even though I know actual fans of "rock" would be disappointed with that take. Classic all the way around.

A clear Five. Hundred. All Zeppelin albums have a five floor for me, but everyone knows this is the best one ever. I love the legend of how Jimmy Page put the drums in the hallway for When the Levee Breaks to give it a hollow echo sound. Works like a dream. A drummer I know who covers Rock and Roll says no guitarist ever — ever — can figure out when to come in on that song. Misty Mountain Hop makes me so happy. It has a lot to do with John Bonham’s lazy fills. And baby baby baby do you like it? Yes I do. Going to California still makes me pensive. Telling myself it’s not as hard hard hard as it seems… I don’t even need Stairway to Heaven for the rating. In fact I usually skip it because after all these years I’m still reacting to the radio overplay. If you ever doubted whether these guys were great musicians, google “black dog time signature”. Or treat yourself to the YouTube video “What Makes John Bonham Such a Good Drummer”. Amazing. Hey hey mama. That’s all you need to know. 500.

Pretty solid

Yeah it's pretty insane this album exist like this. It's just hard to fathom a more quintessential album. It's crazy. Like the deep tracks are Misty Mountain Hop and The Battle of Evermore? You kidding me?

this is THE rock album! If I have to keep one of them I keep this one!! Led Zeppelin IV forever!!!! Had a funny experience with this. I never had listened to Zeppelin until 1001. We got Led Zeppelin I, and I remember thinking, wow, this is pretty good. Intrigued that weekend, I pulled up Led Zeppelin II and... it was even better! Then so on, and so on, until you get to mind-melting IV! It's the most exponential growth graph in rock music. IV is stratospherically high heights! This album is not ruined by the fact that it's been played on classic rock radio for basically 100 years. I'm proud of my fellow Americans that we think so highly of Led Zeppelin. It's WAY MORE 70's PROG than I ever appreciated. Stairway to Heaven could totally have been in the middle of a Genesis record of the same year. Some of it sounds like pastiche-y, Laurel Canyon folk, in a funny way. Tons of funny overlap with that. 5/5

Awesome

Arguably one of the top bands. All of their albums play like Greatest Hits albums. Add to it one of the most recognizable songs of all time and it is an instant include on this list. Page and Plant scream to the heavens while Bonham and Jones drives them through the paces and changes on this classic record.

This album is just perfect, and nothing will ever rock as hard as When the Levee Breaks.

A quintessential rock album

I liked the plinginess of it.

favorite song: when the levee breaks least favorite song: four sticks rating: 10/10

Heard these tracks a gazillion times, so no need to listen. Amazing band, amazing album.

Legendary album. Every song hits! When The Levee Breaks is a favourite song of mine.

And she's buying a stairway to heaven.

Not a bad track on the album. "Stairway to Heaven" is overrated, but still a classic, and "When the Levee Breaks" is one of my favorite Zeppelin tracks.

Zeppelin is on fire here. Loud, raucous, sexual, soulful, bluesy, folksy - this album is perfect. It's also arguably one of the first metal albums. Personally, it's one of my all-time favorite albums & I'll forever be obsessed with When the Levee Breaks. Let the Led out, kids. 5 stars.

One of the best of all times

I love them i cant say nothing else

Maybe my favorite entire album of all time.

I mean.... Stairway to Heaven really is the most perfect song. Listening to this makes me realize that Rush was definitely influenced by these talented lads.

Hvorfor kjøpe "greatest rock'n roll hits of all time" album når du bare kan kjøpe dette. Simeplthen et perfekt album.

Perfect Album

Absolute masterpiece. This album starts hot and never cools down in terms of quality. Led Zeppelin's ability to cover all feels while ostensibly being a metal band is one of the more impressive things you'll see in music. Favorite track: Misty Mountain Hop

No comment required. Second only to Led Zep II.

I mean has to be one the GOAT albums! From start to finish it’s just magic. It’s blues, it’s rock, it’s beauty, it’s sexy as hell, it’s unique, it’s truly one of a kind from a band that paved a path for so many future artist.

Classic

Black Dog Stairway to Heaven

This album is packed. It sounded great. "Going to California" is probably my favorite on this one, but there are so many iconic tracks. I feel like I'm somewhere south of a 5, maybe closer to 4, but I think I'm bumping it up for its concision.

I have the album cover tattooed on my arm so i can’t be an impartial judge

Great.

Door een aantal nummertjes moet het een 5 zijn. Op basis van de laatste paar is het een drie… maar ja, ik kon niet anders

This is THE Zeppelin album. If you don’t know at least half of these, you’ve been living under a rock. But not the rock of Led Zeppelin!

Actual bangers through the entire album. Stairway to Heaven, Black Dog, and Rock and Roll are absolute top tier songs.

A classic! I must have listened to it a thousand times but I still like it. „When the levee breaks“ is a masterpiece and my favourite track by Led Zeppelin.

The Classic in Classic Rock. Critics creamed it when it came out but it stands the test of time and is still relevant. The last four songs are the band at their eclectic best.

Th mighty Zep. Powerful album with the band smashing on all cylinders Between II and physical graffiti this is the center point of the Trinity of all that was holy for a young man in the 1970s

Powerhouse of an album is

What can I add that hasn't already been said?

peak 9.8/10

like i said before, these culture vulture pedophiles know how to make/steal great music.

One of the greatest albums with one of the greatest songs. You can’t go wrong!

Uh duh

This is Rock and Roll.

Classic! Awesome blend of rock and folk.

This is a certified Dad Rock classic

Fab

The genius of Zep, as I’ve learned from going all the way down YouTube rabbit holes, derives from Bonzo's drumming, even though Jimmy Page's guitar playing is otherworldly. Instead of Bonzo locking into rhythms with John Paul Jones on bass, he “gets in” with Page ... which is evident in rockers like "Black Dog," "Rock and Roll,” "Misty Mountain Hop" and "When the Levee Breaks." Instead of basic 4-4 drum beats, Zep’s classics are advanced math formulas … with Bonzo’s elaborate stick work propelling the songs into uncharted sonic waters. Without Bonzo, Zep is just another Blues-based English rock band with an excellent guitarist and a charismatic singer. Hammer of the Gods? Indeed.

Ummm. Do you have to ask?

In my personal top 10 list. Rock & Roll was a little played out, but still, one of Led Zeppelin's best albums.

This one is a masterpiece from start to finish. There is not a bad song on it and no matter how many times I have heard "Stairway To Heaven" it hits me the same way each and every time as it did the first time. Truly one of the greatest ever. 9.8/10

Classic. Maybe the best 4th album of any band.

Timeless album, spoiled only slightly by how commercialized some of the tracks have become.

Sensational

One of my favorites

groovy

One of the greatest albums ive ever heard this has been one if my favorites for a long time I dont care what anyone says Stairway to heaven is STILL one of the greatest songs ever made A few other favs of mine Misty mountain hop Going to California Rock n roll

Inni helvete bra

Top 5 album for me for sure. One classic after another. Hardest thing is to hear it anew.

Fantastic

Definitely the best Led Zeppelin album out there! 10/10

This is the best Zeppelin album. I will not be taking any further questions. 10/10

💖 black dog 🗣️ 9️⃣

The best Zeppelin album the isn't the BBC Sessions. 6 of the 8 songs hit! And 3 of their top 5 most listened to songs on Spotify are from this album. My first 5⭐

One of the most famous albums of all time which is largely known just because of Stairway. The Battle of Evermore is easy to sleep on but it's great. When the Levee Breaks hits as well. Zepp is such a connection point for so much music. And I'll throw it in, Stairway is one of the best songs ever made.

The Album art is something special. Each song is its own event. They use the Blues, Rock and Folk music as a strong foundation and build a castle on that foundation.

One of the greatest albums of all time. Every song on it is excellent. There is not a single weak link.

Fabulous

Black Dog: Great start to the album, sets tone very well. Super interesting guitar parts, great vocals. Super fun song. Rock and Roll: Also super fun, drums are great. Feels like a mix of 50s-60s rock and the start of 70s rock. feels kind of like a bridge between that. super cool drums at the end. The battle of evermore: great acoustic track, super pretty. Love that they delve more into folk. Different genres across this album are really cool. Stairway to heaven: not much needs to be said here, as overplayed as it is this song is a gem, just perfect. Misty Mountain Hop: Really cool, great vocals and drums specifically Four Sticks: i want to be in a long term relationship with john bohnam Going to California: Super pretty acoustic song, love this so much. Feels beautiful and nostaligic. When the Levee breaks: Super nice guitar and vocals, great closer. Everything about this album is iconic, 5/5 easily. Every song is great, no complaints. Guitar vocals drums and bass all feel perfect, writing is great, the general sound is one of my favorites ever. Perfect rock album.3

Epic

All timer

First time I've ever listened to a Led Zeppelin album start to finish. What a dummy I've been.

That’s my shii

That this album is a rock classic of huge cultural importance is an indisputable fact. It's one of those collections of tunes which is so familiar, so recognisable that one can get a little blasé about it, thereby forgetting its true value. So, on listening to it afresh last night, I was struck once more by its sheer unstoppable brilliance. Whist most critics usually reference 'When the levee breaks' as the albums centrepiece, the standouts for me are the more pastoral, folky numbers such as the beautifully delicate 'Going to California' and, especially, 'The Battle of Evermore'. Jimmy Page's wonderfully circular mandolin riff is stunning, as are Sandy Denny's supporting vocals. Another highlight for me is usually unfairly dismissed by critics as a throwaway track, but I think that 'Four Sticks' is a superb showcase for the talents of the whole band, not just John Bonham. And what could be a more powerful opening for an album than the 1...2...of 'Black Dog' and 'Rock 'n' Roll'? The elephant in the room? 'Stairway to Heaven' which has been damned by the 'overfamiliarity' smear. Don't worry, it's still great - particularly the accoustic first half! So, a stone cold 5* classic! Be in no doubt!

Somehow, Zeppelin is a band that I'm way less familiar with than other contemporaries despite listening to those other options quite a bit. My first reaction on listen is that there are several songs (Black Dog, Rock and Roll, Going to California) that I've always loved but never to connect to Led Zeppelin specifically. It's a credit to the album that these songs all feel like a Led Zeppelin song but are different enough to be diverse and interesting on the same album.

This album rocks. At first I thought it was a greatest hits album. Sooooo many good songs in this album.

What else can you say! Neve been equaled.

I loved it -Faves: Stairway To Heaven & Going To California, but enjoyed the rest of the album as well.

A classic. Simple as can be.

It’s a 5. It’s the fastest 5 I could possibly give. Like, I could easily go on about the guitar work, the vocal work, the drum work, and how it all comes together to make one of the greatest rock soundscapes ever, but the strength of this album is simply making its listener feel. This album just enthralled me from start to finish, and that’s a compliment I can give to very few albums. Really, I’m just… kinda speechless. It’s a perfect rock album in the same way that The Low End Theory is a perfect rap album. Pinnacles and bar-setters of a genre for their eras, with a timeless sound to both.

Si l'autre c'était un 5, tu peux parié que lui aussi je mettrai même plus si je pouvais

Que dire?

Becky told me to say “this makes me think of the cottage, I picture all the views. I stomp up the hill to Black Dog. 5*”.

Some of the most overplayed classic rock songs ever. And for damn good reason.

The band’s magnum opus. Every song hits. Stairway is obviously in contention for greatest song of all time, and Going to California is my favorite from Zeppelin. Truly deserves its place in rock history

Excellent album from start to end, I was listening on a plane and made me completely forget about my impending death from falling out of the sky!!!!

A pure classic. Loved all of it.

I have been burnt out on Led Zeppelin for a while now, but every time I put one of their albums on it always surprises me how much I still like them. This album has so many great tracks, and I will never get tired Going to California or When the Levee Breaks

ZEPPELIN FOURRRRRRRR

Absolutely solid all the way through. Not a bad track on the album.

I don't know what I can say about this album. It's amazing. I'd say it's peak Zeppelin, but they have so many other near-perfect albums that I'm not sure I can convince myself that is true. Still, not only are there no bad songs on the album, I'm pretty certain each of them could be a hit single in their own right. Most over-rated song: Stairway to Heaven - Its a brilliant song, but it's success overshadows the rest of this amazing album. Most under-rated song: Battle of Evermore - It's a Tolkien-esque epic in song. I love it. Reminds me of the Battle of Helms-Deep in LOTR.