Led Zeppelin II [Original recording remastered]

Track Listings
1. Whole Lotta Love    
2. What Is and What Should Never Be    
3. Lemon Song    
4. Thank You    
5. Heartbreaker    
6. Living Loving Maid (She's Just a Woman)    
7. Ramble On    
8. Moby Dick    
9. Bring It on Home    

Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com essential recording
Riff rock had been what Jimmy Page's former band, the Yardbirds, were all about, and on Led Zeppelin's second album, released, like its predecessor, in 1969, the inventive guitarist demonstrated that he'd indeed learned his lessons well. Witness "Whole Lotta Love," a woozy epic based on one simple, head-banging-friendly guitar riff. Or the mock-dramatic "Heartbreaker," propelled by far more intricate but similarly effective note squashing. Between Page's sonic wizardry, John Bonham beating his drums into submission ("Moby Dick"), and the juice running down Robert Plant's leg ("The Lemon Song"), Led Zeppelin here just about succeeded in raising rock & roll excess to an art form. --Billy Altman --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

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Led Zeppelin II is an album of Jimmy Page riffs so huge, and John Paul Jones/John Bonham rhythms so deep, that the heavy metal genre this classic helped create has tried for decades to catch up, mostly without success. And no wonder: since II catches the band before they'd headed too far into their ridiculous medieval fancies, this might be as good as Zep would ever be. Regardless, the thunderous "Whole Lotta Love," a Top 5 hit, and "Bring It on Home" are very nearly as... read more --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

Led Zeppelin II [Original recording remastered]

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Led Zeppelin II
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ASIN: B000002J03
Release Date: 1994-06-21

Tracks:

  1. Whole Lotta Love
  2. What Is And What Should Never Be
  3. The Lemon Song
  4. Thank You
  5. Heartbreaker
  6. Living Loving Maid (She's Just A Woman)
  7. Ramble On
  8. Moby Dick
  9. Bring It On Home

Amazon.com essential recording

Riff rock had been what Jimmy Page's former band, the Yardbirds, were all about, and on Led Zeppelin's second album, released, like its predecessor, in 1969, the inventive guitarist demonstrated that he'd indeed learned his lessons well. Witness "Whole Lotta Love," a woozy epic based on one simple, head-banging-friendly guitar riff. Or the mock-dramatic "Heartbreaker," propelled by far more intricate but similarly effective note squashing. Between Page's sonic wizardry, John Bonham beating his drums into submission ("Moby Dick"), and the juice running down Robert Plant's leg ("The Lemon Song"), Led Zeppelin here just about succeeded in raising rock & roll excess to an art form. --Billy Altman

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Led Zeppelin II is an album of Jimmy Page riffs so huge, and John Paul Jones/John Bonham rhythms so deep, that the heavy metal genre this classic helped create has tried for decades to catch up, mostly without success. And no wonder: since II catches the band before they'd headed too far into their ridiculous medieval fancies, this might be as good as Zep would ever be. Regardless, the thunderous "Whole Lotta Love," a Top 5 hit, and "Bring It on Home" are very nearly as fierce and twisted as British white blues would ever get. --David Cantwell

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Can I give it six stars?.......2007-07-17

The only way to get the great classic combo (heard primarily on the radio) that transitions the song "Heartbreaker" to "Living and Loving" is on Led Zeppelin II.

5 out of 5 stars one of zep's best.......2007-06-07

Zep II finds the band still tapping the primordial riff mine that page opened up in their debut. this is still super tight bluesy hard rock focused on sex and relationships, preceding the more eclectic and experiment zep 3 & physical graffiti.

from whole lotta love to bring it on home, there's not a weak song in the group. page's irresistable riffs -- the dna for countless future metal and hard rock bands -- plant's howling wolf cum celtic hippy wail, backed by the rock-solid rhythm section of bonham/jones, makes this one of their best. just when you think they are slipping in the slow start to the album's final track, page, bonham and jones kick in with a thundering sound that reminds you what is great about rock n roll.

5 out of 5 stars Great Vibes, Inspiring, Effective.......2007-05-30

Another CD filled with GENIUS ! OH, and...LUST ! These two are so passionate,.

These songs REALLY COMMUNICATE !!!!!

I painted one room's mural to this CD.

Truly effective music.

5 out of 5 stars As hard-rocking as it gets. Led Zeppelin's best album........2007-05-28

Led Zeppelin's second album is sure to please all music fans of any genre. Led Zeppelin II, released in the same year as the first album in 1969, is as hard-rocking as it gets when it comes to Zeppelin. All nine tracks are Led Zeppelin at their best, whether it's world-renowned blues rock ("Whole Lotta Love"), racing guitar play ("Heartbreaker"), or awesome, creative drum solos ("Moby Dick"). This album is a representative of late-60s rock, and I find it quite similar to Axis Bold As Love, by The Jimi Hendrix Experience. The album starts to amaze you with the recognizable blues-rocker "Whole Lotta Love," which has a creative interlude consisting of distorted radio waves; after said song, Zeppelin attempts to cool you down a bit with the bluesy ballad "What is and What Should Never Be," which, like "The Rain Song" from the Houses Of The Holy album, is where you'll find Robert Plant's vocals at their peak. This is followed by "The Lemon Song," which actually sounds like something Jimi Hendrix would play. "Thank You" is also a very nice Led Zeppelin song and is a very easy listen. The album's turning point is at track five, which happens to be the instant rocker "Heartbreaker". It's definately one of the band's greatest songs, and Jimmy Page is at his best in it. The hard-rocking Sabbath-like main riff is a great combination with John Bonham's rapid drumming, and the solo is easily one of the best of all time, as it is not only awesome and awestriking, but it was improvised; that proves Page can ad-lib his way through solos and STILL make it sound good. "Living Loving Maid (She's Just a Woman)" is also a very easy listen, and quite catchy at that. "Ramble On," yet another acoustic song, also contains great vocals and guitar playing. "Moby Dick" is probably where drummer John Bonham is putting forth his best effort, as the song starts out with a guitar and drum combination and then drops into a complete drum solo where at first, Bonham plays with his hands, and about two and a half minutes into the song he picks up the sticks and delivers a heavy rain of thunderous drumming. The outro of the song is when Jimmy Page comes in again and finishes it off with John, making the song a very powerful instrumental. The last song, "Bring it on Home," is very convenient for the album, as it first leaves you with a blues impression, but later picks up in a hard rock style, just as Zeppelin would do. Overall, Led Zeppelin's second album is what I think is the crown jewel in their albumography. Whenever you get the chance, buy it--you'll be pleasently surprised.

5 out of 5 stars All hail the riff king!.......2007-05-14

Led Zeppelin II (1969) Led Zeppelin's second studio album.

Led Zeppelin had already shocked audiences with their controversial cover art and amazing blues-rock earlier in 1969, and later that same year they would churn out another classic album. "Led Zeppelin II" is one of the finer in their catalog, being the epitome of what Jimmy Page does best; sick and sexy blues riff-rock.

The first track is one of their most (in)famous songs, "Whole Lotta Love". A very slow-driving head-banging tune with a riff partly lifted from Willie Dixon. Page and the crew also drop crazy riffs on "Living Loving Maid", "Ramble On", and "Heartbreaker". Plant's vocals soar wildly on "What is and What Should Never Be" and "The Lemon Song" as Bonham blasts his beloved bass drum on each and every cut. What makes this album better than their debut is that it fully developed their sound. "I" had done a fairly good job of that, but "II" cut the pure blues-based pieces and instead gave it a more definitive rock edge.

As on all of the remasters, the sound quality is excellent. "II" is about on par with the original vinyl, and to untrained ears will sound just as good. This is an excellent place to start with Led Zeppelin, if not for the opening track alone. However, I would recommend to start with "Led Zeppelin IV" before coming to this gem. "II" is a cut that every classic/hard/blues/whatever rock fan should own.
Led Zeppelin II
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • The second helping satisfies most
  • Led Zeppelin's hard rock classic that just keeps rambling on!
  • Led Zeppelin rock my heart out!
  • One Of The Best Led Zeppelin Albums
  • A Whole Lotta GENIUS
Led Zeppelin II
Led Zeppelin
Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000DOZ4
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Whole Lotta Love
  2. What Is and What Should Never Be
  3. Lemon Song
  4. Thank You
  5. Heartbreaker
  6. Living Loving Maid (She's Just a Woman)
  7. Ramble On
  8. Moby Dick
  9. Bring It on Home

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The second helping satisfies most.......2007-03-07

British blues, which began to gather steam in the early '60s with Alexis Korner, John Mayall and others, reached a pinnacle in 1969 upon the release of LED ZEPPELIN II. The group's first album hadn't done much in the U.S., but a summer tour of the States as opening act for Chicago Transit Authority helped to greatly publicize this new offering. "Whole Lotta Love" was a megahit that autumn of '69, and it seems every high school and college-age kid was tuned in to Led Zeppelin from that point on.

LED ZEPPELIN II is one of those rare albums without a single weak track. Blues, heavy metal, hard rock-- there's something here for everybody. The term "classic rock" was invented for sets like this. Give it a listen, but be sure to say "Thank You."

TOTAL RUNNING TIME -- 41:33

5 out of 5 stars Led Zeppelin's hard rock classic that just keeps rambling on!.......2005-11-04

Led Zeppelin II (1969.), Led Zeppelin's second studio album

At the end of the 1960's, Led Zeppelin burst onto the scene with a hard rocking, bluesy sound that was very revelatory at the time. The band's debut, released in January 1969 was a massive hit and multiple copies were sold in the first few months of its release. Following the debut, the band embarked on a large amount of touring during '69, especially in the USA. During this time, the band worked on laying down songs for a new album and they recorded these songs whenever they could whilst on the road touring. Led Zeppelin II was released in the October of 1969 and already had half a million advanced orders; listeners eager to see how good the band's follow up album was going to be.

Led Zeppelin's debut was a classic and their second effort was no less. Led Zeppelin II is for me, the album which really consolidated and established the band. Led Zeppelin II proved the band were no fluke. The album effectively continues in the same hard rocking vein as the first album. There's plenty of blues in there (i.e. 'Lemon Song') and theres plenty of songs with real attitude (i.e. Whole Lotta Love). It is quite hard to believe how good this album shapes up to be, given the erratic, stop-start way the album was recorded whilst the band were touring. With this album, Zeppelin managed the unique feat of producing two classic albums in a year. Led Zeppelin II is also the first album by the band to credit Robert Plant as a songwriter. However, that said, you can see a much greater maturity in his vocals and songs such as 'What Is And What Should Never Be' as well as 'Thank You' show his tender songwriting abilities. Jimmy Page showcases his genius again on this album with frequent stunning guitar play, as does John Paul Jones with some more great bass lines. John Bonham is well ... himself as usual; his drumming on every Led Zeppelin album is nothing short of exceptional. Overall though, eventhough this album is strangely labelled as the band's first heavy album, I would personally say that it is not as heavy or raw as the first album; similarly it is less consistent in style. However, this doesn't detract from the album's overall standard; it is still classic material. The album afterall has shifted millions of copies and stayed 100+ weeks in the album chart. The 'Brown Bomber' cover for this album is afterall instantly recognisable.

Led Zeppelin's second album starts off with one of the all time famous riffs. The riff to 'Whole Lotta Love' is even recognisable by people who don't listen to Led Zeppelin, its that famous. That said, this hard rocking song is a classic. Plenty of passioned vocals from Plant coupled with some awesome whirlwind guitar play call this track home. The furious pace then settles down a little for 'What Is And What Should Never Be', my personal favourite track on the album. Dreamy verses to this song contrasted by a classic hard-rocking chorus make this track a great one. The surprise guitar entry at the end of the track is brilliant. Still fully acknowledging their blues roots, Led Zeppelin jam out the 'Lemon Song' next. Originally titled 'Killing Floor', the song features some excellent bass hooks and some catchy guitar work. Following this is an emotional lyrical offering from Robert Plant with 'Thank-You'. Written for his wife, Maureen, this is a quite a romantic song in style, with a nicely integrated organ part.

Then we come to 'Heartbreaker', another of the top moments on the album. Another brilliant opening riff from Page sets this one rolling. Plant screams out more great vocals, before one of the great guitar solo exits from Page that really rocks. 'Living Loving Maid' is a short, catchy follow up; an excellent, inspired jam from the band. Then we have 'Ramble On'; another greatly atmospheric song. This song has real attitude to it and guitar play responds perfectly to some more powerful vocals from Plant. 'Moby Dick' is the one of Bonham's finest hours; a three minute drum solo. This track, eventhough it is mostly just Bonham playing does not lack interest. Bonham was a great drummer and he thunders plenty of interesting and complex drum rhythms. Finally, closing the album is 'Bring It On Home'. This song has a real 'hit the road' feel to it. Plant's masked vocals at the start are unusual but effective and the song on the whole is an energetic closer.

With Led Zeppelin II, the band consolidated their popularity and continued with their groundbreaking, heavy, bluesy style. It can be argued that this is probably the last fully hard-rocking effort from the band before they began to use more acousitcs and experiment on their albums. Led Zeppelin II is a classic like its predecessor, although maybe not quite as consistent. Again though, this album is a must for any hard rock collection - a key part of Led Zeppelin's influential career.

5 out of 5 stars Led Zeppelin rock my heart out!.......2005-03-22

It's amazing how Led Zeppelin managed to put out one classic album after the other for so long. The bluesy "Led Zeppelin I" was very impressive. This one, while sounding very different, is as good as the 1st one. This time the band decided to play heavy and loud rock music. It's bluesy base is still present, but this incarnation of blues is very heavy, basically, one of the first prototypes for what later became heavy metal. Most of the songs here are straight out rockers, and it's only a few of times in the entire album that the band goes for some acoustic part, or a mellower sounding rock. The two men driving Led Zeppelin, Robert Plant and Jimi Page, perform flawlessly, with Page putting out some insane amount of groovy riffing, and Plant sounding as passionate and convincing as ever.

"Led Zeppelin II" sold several millions of copies worldwide, and for a reason. The reason being nearly perfect songwriting and performance from all the band members, and the impact that this music made on hundreds of rock bands since, Black Sabbath being the first of them. This album is often overlooked, being compared to the godly perfection of "Led Zeppelin IV". But this fact shouldn't deceive anyone. Other bands would kill to have their names written down in history as the authors of anything as classic as the second album by Led Zeppelin.

5 out of 5 stars One Of The Best Led Zeppelin Albums.......2005-01-08

Every song on this album is good. It's not AS bluesy as their first album but it still has a hard rock feeling to it (Led Zeppelin III contains southern sounding music for the MOST part). People getting started on Led Zeppelin would probably prefer getting thier fourth album instead (containing Stairway to Heaven, Black Dog, and Rock and Roll). This album contains good guitar solos, guitar riffs, bass playing, and druming (Bonham plays a solo on Moby Dick). Most people who like classic rock bands like Cream, Jefferson Airplane, and Pink Floyd will probably like this album. Jimmy Page (my favorite guitar player)is an awesome (yet I'll admit sometimes a little sloppy) guitar player. If there is even just one song you know of that you like on this album then get it, you will not be dissappointed.

5 out of 5 stars A Whole Lotta GENIUS.......2005-01-03

The great phenomenon of 70s rock. This album is a milestone in rock history Jimi Page is second only to Hendrix in rock guitar history.And his immortal riff on the incredible opener "Whole Lotta Love is amazing togther with the heavy bassline of Jones. The talent these four guys had will never be surpassed. Whole Lotta love, Heart Breaker and Moby Dick sisplay the amazing musicianship of Plant,Page,Jones and Bonham. Any serious rock collection must include this album and Zoso.
Led Zeppelin II
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • The second helping satisfies most
  • Just buy it.
  • Led Zeppelin's hard rock classic that just keeps rambling on!
  • A High Decible Masterpiece
Led Zeppelin II
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Manufacturer: Wea International
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005J8J8
Release Date: 2003-06-09

Tracks:

  1. Whole Lotta Love
  2. What Is and What Should Never Be
  3. Lemon Song
  4. Thank You
  5. Heartbreaker
  6. Living Loving Maid (She's Just a Woman)
  7. Ramble On
  8. Moby Dick
  9. Bring It on Home

Album Description

UK remastered reissue of 1969 album, packaged in a limited edition miniature LP gatefold sleeve. 9 tracks. Atlantic. 2003.

Album Details

Limited Edition Issue of the Album Classic in a Deluxe, Miniaturized LP Sleeve Replica of the Original Vinyl Album Artwork.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The second helping satisfies most.......2007-03-07

British blues, which began to gather steam in the early '60s with Alexis Korner, John Mayall and others, reached a pinnacle in 1969 upon the release of LED ZEPPELIN II. The group's first album hadn't done much in the U.S., but a summer tour of the States as opening act for Chicago Transit Authority helped to greatly publicize this new offering. "Whole Lotta Love" was a megahit that autumn of '69, and it seems every high school and college-age kid was tuned in to Led Zeppelin from that point on.

LED ZEPPELIN II is one of those rare albums without a single weak track. Blues, heavy metal, hard rock-- there's something here for everybody. The term "classic rock" was invented for sets like this. Give it a listen, but be sure to say "Thank You."

TOTAL RUNNING TIME -- 41:33

5 out of 5 stars Just buy it........2006-11-10

If you like rock music, buy it. If you like folk music, buy it. If you like the blues, buy it. If you are young, buy it. If you are old, buy it. If you are a man, buy it. If you are a woman, buy it. If you are a child, buy it (but ask your parents first). If you are healthy, sickly, active, passive, curious, smug, pretentious, unassuming, wellfed, hungry, vacationing, hard at work, lobotomized, or manic, buy it.

5 out of 5 stars Led Zeppelin's hard rock classic that just keeps rambling on!.......2005-11-04

Led Zeppelin II (1969.), Led Zeppelin's second studio album

At the end of the 1960's, Led Zeppelin burst onto the scene with a hard rocking, bluesy sound that was very revelatory at the time. The band's debut, released in January 1969 was a massive hit and multiple copies were sold in the first few months of its release. Following the debut, the band embarked on a large amount of touring during '69, especially in the USA. During this time, the band worked on laying down songs for a new album and they recorded these songs whenever they could whilst on the road touring. Led Zeppelin II was released in the October of 1969 and already had half a million advanced orders; listeners eager to see how good the band's follow up album was going to be.

Led Zeppelin's debut was a classic and their second effort was no less. Led Zeppelin II is for me, the album which really consolidated and established the band. Led Zeppelin II proved the band were no fluke. The album effectively continues in the same hard rocking vein as the first album. There's plenty of blues in there (i.e. 'Lemon Song') and theres plenty of songs with real attitude (i.e. Whole Lotta Love). It is quite hard to believe how good this album shapes up to be, given the erratic, stop-start way the album was recorded whilst the band were touring. With this album, Zeppelin managed the unique feat of producing two classic albums in a year. Led Zeppelin II is also the first album by the band to credit Robert Plant as a songwriter. However, that said, you can see a much greater maturity in his vocals and songs such as 'What Is And What Should Never Be' as well as 'Thank You' show his tender songwriting abilities. Jimmy Page showcases his genius again on this album with frequent stunning guitar play, as does John Paul Jones with some more great bass lines. John Bonham is well ... himself as usual; his drumming on every Led Zeppelin album is nothing short of exceptional. Overall though, eventhough this album is strangely labelled as the band's first heavy album, I would personally say that it is not as heavy or raw as the first album; similarly it is less consistent in style. However, this doesn't detract from the album's overall standard; it is still classic material. The album afterall has shifted millions of copies and stayed 100+ weeks in the album chart. The 'Brown Bomber' cover for this album is afterall instantly recognisable.

Led Zeppelin's second album starts off with one of the all time famous riffs. The riff to 'Whole Lotta Love' is even recognisable by people who don't listen to Led Zeppelin, its that famous. That said, this hard rocking song is a classic. Plenty of passioned vocals from Plant coupled with some awesome whirlwind guitar play call this track home. The furious pace then settles down a little for 'What Is And What Should Never Be', my personal favourite track on the album. Dreamy verses to this song contrasted by a classic hard-rocking chorus make this track a great one. The surprise guitar entry at the end of the track is brilliant. Still fully acknowledging their blues roots, Led Zeppelin jam out the 'Lemon Song' next. Originally titled 'Killing Floor', the song features some excellent bass hooks and some catchy guitar work. Following this is an emotional lyrical offering from Robert Plant with 'Thank-You'. Written for his wife, Maureen, this is a quite a romantic song in style, with a nicely integrated organ part.

Then we come to 'Heartbreaker', another of the top moments on the album. Another brilliant opening riff from Page sets this one rolling. Plant screams out more great vocals, before one of the great guitar solo exits from Page that really rocks. 'Living Loving Maid' is a short, catchy follow up; an excellent, inspired jam from the band. Then we have 'Ramble On'; another greatly atmospheric song. This song has real attitude to it and guitar play responds perfectly to some more powerful vocals from Plant. 'Moby Dick' is the one of Bonham's finest hours; a three minute drum solo. This track, eventhough it is mostly just Bonham playing does not lack interest. Bonham was a great drummer and he thunders plenty of interesting and complex drum rhythms. Finally, closing the album is 'Bring It On Home'. This song has a real 'hit the road' feel to it. Plant's masked vocals at the start are unusual but effective and the song on the whole is an energetic closer.

With Led Zeppelin II, the band consolidated their popularity and continued with their groundbreaking, heavy, bluesy style. It can be argued that this is probably the last fully hard-rocking effort from the band before they began to use more acousitcs and experiment on their albums. Led Zeppelin II is a classic like its predecessor, although maybe not quite as consistent. Again though, this album is a must for any hard rock collection - a key part of Led Zeppelin's influential career.

5 out of 5 stars A High Decible Masterpiece.......2005-08-04

In the case of Led Zeppelin's second album, chaos makes for great art. Recorded over several months in 1969 during the band's incredibly hectic touring schedule (during which they managed to conquer both America and Britain, though the UK took a bit longer to come around), Led Zeppelin II is the result of the band's astonishing jamming process, on the spot improvisation, the ability to thrive under pressure and lastly, their emerging group identity. Songs were written in concert, hotel rooms and they made use of whatever studios were available (in the case of Robert Plant's vocal in "Bring It On Home," it was recorded in a studio no bigger than a bathroom). No doubt the band's aggressiveness supplied the incredible energy which drives the album from beginning to end. While the nominal leader of the band, Jimmy Page encourages his bandmates to fantastic efforts of performance. Plant's vocal blazes, Bonham sounded like no other drummer before or since, John Paul Jones' craftsmanlike musicianship and superb arranging abilities come forth and lastly, there's Page himself. His guitar work is nothing less than amazing and his production is first rate. While each individual performance is fantastic, what really emerges is that taken as a whole, the band I think, clearly established themselves as the best rock and roll band of 1969 and one of rock's greatest live acts ever.

This is not just a great album, but a work of art built to last.
Led Zepagain II : A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
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    Led Zepagain II : A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
    Various Artists
    Manufacturer: Titan Music Inc. d/b/a/ Titan Tribute Media
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Classic Rock | Styles | Music
    ASIN: B000OYCF28
    Release Date: 2007-04-01

    Tracks:

    1. The Song Remains The Same
    2. The Rain Song
    3. Night Flight
    4. The Wanton Song
    5. Dancing Days
    6. Gallows Pole
    7. In The Light
    8. Nobody's Fault But Mine
    9. Ramble On
    10. What Is And What Should Never Be
    11. Four Sticks
    12. The Ocean

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    "Wow!, I don't even know where to begin... " - Jimmy Page "Your tribute to Led Zeppelin is so powerful and authentic I never tire of the experience." "I tell my friends that when you listen to Led Zepagain it is like going back in a time machine and listening to the real deal." "AWESOME! TREMENDOUS! INSPIRING! " Since the early 90's, lead singer Swan's portrayal of Robert Plant has placed him consistently among LA's most popular performers, while also amazing audiences the world over. With his current line-up, Swan's Led Zepagain has taken the Led Zeppelin Tribute beyond all expectations! 2002 saw the band voted "LA's Best Tribute Band" by the readers of Rock City News and was included among "LA's Top 100 Unsigned Acts" by Music Connection magazine for 2002 and 2003, in addition to garnering rave reviews like those above from music publications and fans alike. In January 2004, the band was paid the highest compliment ever when Jimmy Page caught their show at the House of Blues in Hollywood. After watching the show, he requested to meet the band in the dressing room, and praised them on their accuracy! Guitarist Steve Zukowsky's uncanny portrayal of Jimmy Page captures the sound, style and the magic of rock's greatest guitar wizard. A veteran of the Los Angeles tribute band scene, Steve has played in some of the top tributes around, including Sheer Heart Attack (Queen), Which One's Pink (Pink Floyd), Sticky Fingers (Rolling Stones) and Moving Pictures (Rush). Multi-instrumentalist Jim Wooten fills the demanding role of John Paul Jones masterfully; covering Bass, Keyboards, Mandolin, Acoustic 6 & 12 string guitars, and backing vocals. Talent apparently runs in the family, as Jim's uncle is none other than legendary guitarist, Les Paul! With his amazing feel for the late, great, John "Bonzo" Bonham, drummer Jim Kersey leaves audiences shouting for more, especially after every performance of Zeppelin's classic drum solo epic, "Moby Dick!" A highly accompl
    Led Zeppelin II
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Excellent Follow Up Album and Essential Listening!
    Led Zeppelin II
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    Manufacturer: Japanese Import
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    ASIN: B000094PYF
    Release Date: 2003-05-20

    Tracks:

    1. Whole Lotta Love
    2. What Is and What Should Never Be
    3. Lemon Song
    4. Thank You
    5. Heartbreaker
    6. Living Loving Maid (She's Just a Woman)
    7. Ramble On
    8. Moby Dick
    9. Bring It on Home

    Album Description

    Japanese reissue of 1969 album, packaged in a limited edition miniature LP gatefold sleeve. 9 tracks. Warner. 2003.

    Album Details

    35th Anniversary Re-issue Japanese Limited Edition in an LP-STYLE Slipcase.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Excellent Follow Up Album and Essential Listening!.......2005-12-23

    Led Zeppelin's excellent follow up second album is essential listening especially if you are into rock guitar wizardry. Jimmy Page continues playing some excellent rock guitar here and shows why at one time he was the most requested session guitarist in the industry. Tracks like "Whole Lotta Love", "Heartbreaker", "Living Loving Maid" and "Ramble On" are all classic rock standards. Now, we get this album very well remastered and in a very nicely done mini-lp replica gatefold sleeve as well. Great sound quality, great packaging, this is a must have in any classic rock lover's collection. Highly recommended!
    Led Zeppelin II
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Can I give it six stars?
    • one of zep's best
    • Great Vibes, Inspiring, Effective
    • As hard-rocking as it gets. Led Zeppelin's best album.
    • All hail the riff king!
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    Manufacturer: Wea/Atlantic
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    ASIN: B00005HEFQ
    Release Date: 2002-08-19

    Tracks:

    1. Whole Lotta Love
    2. What Is and What Should Never Be
    3. Lemon Song
    4. Thank You
    5. Heartbreaker
    6. Living Loving Maid (She's Just a Woman)
    7. Ramble On
    8. Moby Dick
    9. Bring It on Home

    Amazon.com essential recording

    Riff rock had been what Jimmy Page's former band, the Yardbirds, were all about, and on Led Zeppelin's second album, released, like its predecessor, in 1969, the inventive guitarist demonstrated that he'd indeed learned his lessons well. Witness "Whole Lotta Love," a woozy epic based on one simple, head-banging-friendly guitar riff. Or the mock-dramatic "Heartbreaker," propelled by far more intricate but similarly effective note squashing. Between Page's sonic wizardry, John Bonham beating his drums into submission ("Moby Dick"), and the juice running down Robert Plant's leg ("The Lemon Song"), Led Zeppelin here just about succeeded in raising rock & roll excess to an art form. --Billy Altman

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    Led Zeppelin II is an album of Jimmy Page riffs so huge, and John Paul Jones/John Bonham rhythms so deep, that the heavy metal genre this classic helped create has tried for decades to catch up, mostly without success. And no wonder: since II catches the band before they'd headed too far into their ridiculous medieval fancies, this might be as good as Zep would ever be. Regardless, the thunderous "Whole Lotta Love," a Top 5 hit, and "Bring It on Home" are very nearly as fierce and twisted as British white blues would ever get. --David Cantwell

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Can I give it six stars?.......2007-07-17

    The only way to get the great classic combo (heard primarily on the radio) that transitions the song "Heartbreaker" to "Living and Loving" is on Led Zeppelin II.

    5 out of 5 stars one of zep's best.......2007-06-07

    Zep II finds the band still tapping the primordial riff mine that page opened up in their debut. this is still super tight bluesy hard rock focused on sex and relationships, preceding the more eclectic and experiment zep 3 & physical graffiti.

    from whole lotta love to bring it on home, there's not a weak song in the group. page's irresistable riffs -- the dna for countless future metal and hard rock bands -- plant's howling wolf cum celtic hippy wail, backed by the rock-solid rhythm section of bonham/jones, makes this one of their best. just when you think they are slipping in the slow start to the album's final track, page, bonham and jones kick in with a thundering sound that reminds you what is great about rock n roll.

    5 out of 5 stars Great Vibes, Inspiring, Effective.......2007-05-30

    Another CD filled with GENIUS ! OH, and...LUST ! These two are so passionate,.

    These songs REALLY COMMUNICATE !!!!!

    I painted one room's mural to this CD.

    Truly effective music.

    5 out of 5 stars As hard-rocking as it gets. Led Zeppelin's best album........2007-05-28

    Led Zeppelin's second album is sure to please all music fans of any genre. Led Zeppelin II, released in the same year as the first album in 1969, is as hard-rocking as it gets when it comes to Zeppelin. All nine tracks are Led Zeppelin at their best, whether it's world-renowned blues rock ("Whole Lotta Love"), racing guitar play ("Heartbreaker"), or awesome, creative drum solos ("Moby Dick"). This album is a representative of late-60s rock, and I find it quite similar to Axis Bold As Love, by The Jimi Hendrix Experience. The album starts to amaze you with the recognizable blues-rocker "Whole Lotta Love," which has a creative interlude consisting of distorted radio waves; after said song, Zeppelin attempts to cool you down a bit with the bluesy ballad "What is and What Should Never Be," which, like "The Rain Song" from the Houses Of The Holy album, is where you'll find Robert Plant's vocals at their peak. This is followed by "The Lemon Song," which actually sounds like something Jimi Hendrix would play. "Thank You" is also a very nice Led Zeppelin song and is a very easy listen. The album's turning point is at track five, which happens to be the instant rocker "Heartbreaker". It's definately one of the band's greatest songs, and Jimmy Page is at his best in it. The hard-rocking Sabbath-like main riff is a great combination with John Bonham's rapid drumming, and the solo is easily one of the best of all time, as it is not only awesome and awestriking, but it was improvised; that proves Page can ad-lib his way through solos and STILL make it sound good. "Living Loving Maid (She's Just a Woman)" is also a very easy listen, and quite catchy at that. "Ramble On," yet another acoustic song, also contains great vocals and guitar playing. "Moby Dick" is probably where drummer John Bonham is putting forth his best effort, as the song starts out with a guitar and drum combination and then drops into a complete drum solo where at first, Bonham plays with his hands, and about two and a half minutes into the song he picks up the sticks and delivers a heavy rain of thunderous drumming. The outro of the song is when Jimmy Page comes in again and finishes it off with John, making the song a very powerful instrumental. The last song, "Bring it on Home," is very convenient for the album, as it first leaves you with a blues impression, but later picks up in a hard rock style, just as Zeppelin would do. Overall, Led Zeppelin's second album is what I think is the crown jewel in their albumography. Whenever you get the chance, buy it--you'll be pleasently surprised.

    5 out of 5 stars All hail the riff king!.......2007-05-14

    Led Zeppelin II (1969) Led Zeppelin's second studio album.

    Led Zeppelin had already shocked audiences with their controversial cover art and amazing blues-rock earlier in 1969, and later that same year they would churn out another classic album. "Led Zeppelin II" is one of the finer in their catalog, being the epitome of what Jimmy Page does best; sick and sexy blues riff-rock.

    The first track is one of their most (in)famous songs, "Whole Lotta Love". A very slow-driving head-banging tune with a riff partly lifted from Willie Dixon. Page and the crew also drop crazy riffs on "Living Loving Maid", "Ramble On", and "Heartbreaker". Plant's vocals soar wildly on "What is and What Should Never Be" and "The Lemon Song" as Bonham blasts his beloved bass drum on each and every cut. What makes this album better than their debut is that it fully developed their sound. "I" had done a fairly good job of that, but "II" cut the pure blues-based pieces and instead gave it a more definitive rock edge.

    As on all of the remasters, the sound quality is excellent. "II" is about on par with the original vinyl, and to untrained ears will sound just as good. This is an excellent place to start with Led Zeppelin, if not for the opening track alone. However, I would recommend to start with "Led Zeppelin IV" before coming to this gem. "II" is a cut that every classic/hard/blues/whatever rock fan should own.
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      TRACK LISTINGS: A Rockumentary - Beyond the Myth... 1. Introduction By The Author 2. Paul's Younger Brother, Mike McCartney 3. Mike McCartney 4. Paul McCartney 5. Cavern Club compere, Bob Wooler 6. Beatles personal assistant, Alistair Taylor 7. Early Beatles Compere, 'Father' Tom McKenzie 8. Mike McCartney 9. Cavern Club Doorman, Paddy Delaney 10. Paul McCartney 11. Paul McCartney 12. Apple Executive Peter Brown 13. Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band Member, Roger Ruskin Spear 14. Bonzo Dog Man Neil Innes 15. Roger Ruskin Spear 16. Neil Innes 17. Bonzo Dog Drummer, 'Legs' Larry Smith 18. Paul McCartney 19. Mike McCartney 20. Denny Laine 21. Denny Laine 22. Steve Holly 23. Mike McCartney 24. Denny Laine 25. Paul McCartney 26. George Harrison 27. Paul McCartney 28. Paul McCartney 29. BONUS TRACK: MORE EXCLUSIVE REMINISCENCES FROM PAUL MCCARTNEY AND JULIA BAIRD / Yellow Submarine ... 1. Yellow Submarine 2. Hey Bulldog 3. Eleanor Rigby 4. Love You To 5. All Together Now 6. Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds 7. Think for Yourself 8. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band 9. With a Little Help from My Friends 10. Baby You're a Rich Man 11. Only a Northern Song 12. All You Need Is Love 13. When I'm Sixty-Four 14. Nowhere Man 15. It's All Too Much / Sgt. Pepper's ... 1. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band 2. With A Little Help From My Friends 3. Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds 4. Getting Better 5. Fixing A Hole 6. She's Leaving Home 7. Being For The Benefit Of Mr. Kite! 8. Within You Without You 9. When I'm Sixty-Four 10. Lovely Rita 11. Good Morning Good Morning 12. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise) 13. A Day In The Life
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      Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
      • Seriously overrated
      • QUITE POSSIBLY THE BEST ALBUM OF ALL TIME!!!
      • SUPERRRR!!!!!
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      Manufacturer: Pid
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      ASIN: B000005K65
      Release Date: 1997-09-23

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      2 out of 5 stars Seriously overrated.......2000-06-12

      Another violently average album from arguably the most overrated band of all time. Don't believe all the hype about this band. They're like U2 ; a few good songs but the rest is just nothing special. The singing is just awful.

      5 out of 5 stars QUITE POSSIBLY THE BEST ALBUM OF ALL TIME!!!.......1999-08-25

      Without a doubt, the best album that the great Led Zepplin ever did. If you like smooth, hard hitting beats, and a rhythm section that is unprecidented...you've found it!! This album is a must for ANY rock and roll fan. Pick it up today!!!

      5 out of 5 stars SUPERRRR!!!!!.......1999-07-31

      The best album that this group has done. Years ago I,d listen it in vinile, when the CD's are far away miles and miles, with scratches, jumps etc., I'd have recorded it onto a tape that I keep as a "Reliquia" and I'm continuing still now to listen it into my car. Really, really the best.
      Limited Edition Collector's Package [CD & SILK 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 foot ZOSO BANNER] Physical Graffiti [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED] {see product details below}
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        "SILK BANNER" is 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 foot, High durable, imported from Italy. "TRACK LISTINGS" Disc: 1 1. Custard Pie 2. The Rover 3. In My Time Of Dying 4. Houses Of The Holy 5. Trampled Underfoot 6. Kashmir Disc: 2 1. In The Light 2. Bron-Yr-Aur 3. Down By The Seaside 4. Ten Years Gone 5. Night Flight 6. Wanton Song 7. Boogie With Stu 8. Black Country Woman 9. Sick Again
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          Manufacturer: Msi Music Corp
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          Binding: Audio CD
          ASIN: B0000DEPV3
          Release Date: 2002-08-19

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