It's so nice to see young guys like you two appreciate music that I grew up with. That was Robert Plant singing throughout. It's a superstar band. Guitar, bass AND drums. are special. Plants voice is unique. At the time there was no-one like him. Many copycats followed. You must watch them live. I think I mentioned the song 'Since I've Been Loving You' live 1973 MSG. I was 15 when this album was released and it changed my listening habits and made me want to stop playing my piano and learn guitar. Drove my parents crazy lol. Memories...

Robert Plant , the blond lead singer, is singing throughout this. He just has that range!

The look on La's face when he heard those triplets on the bass drum is priceless!

everyone thought the drummer had 2 bass drums...he didn't.. just an incredible foot

track 1 side 1 album 1 WELCOME TO LED ZEPPELIN!!!!

First song on first album!! This blew our minds! Bass drum triplets!MORE ZEPPELIN!!!

Their very first song. It blew everyone away. My brother-in-law talks about the time he was driving, had the radio on, and BAM!, THIS!! He was at a traffic light was so engrossed with the song he didn’t notice the light had turned green. And he had the volume up so loud he didn’t hear all the honking. Back then, you could only hear it on the radio. He said he drove to the closest place where he could pull off. Then he immediately went to the record store and bought the album. He went home and told his younger brother (my husband) to come with him to his bedroom. Then they listened to that entire first Led Zepplin album. Which is crazy great. I’ve heard similar stories. The real beginning of the rock era. This one song catapulted The Beatles off the top of the charts. Then, Zepplin never had to look back. There are so many Led Zepplin songs. I think it’s important to bring home the fact this is the world’s introduction to this band and try to put it in context of what was out there heretofore it.

Bonzo's triplets on this song are insane. Heavy foot on the kick tom. His time signatures are so unusual. Drum intro has Buddy Rich feel. THE GOATS!!!!!

The drummer is named John Bonham. He is a BEAST on the drums. If you ever get a chance to see a video of his drumming, DO IT. There is only one singer, ROBERT PLANT, he’s amazing.

My brother brought this home, we put it on the record player, and it took me the rest of the night to pry my jaw off the floor...I was stunned.

So glad you're starting at the beginning with Led Zeppelin. Prepare yourselves to be constantly amazed. It's sometimes difficult to believe how young these guys were when they recorded this album in 1968 (dropped in 1969). Clearly, all four were incredibly gifted. Keep in mind that there was no auto tune back then. What you're hearing is just how they sounded. Robert Plant - vocals - had just turned 20 John Bonham - drummer - also only 20 John Paul Jones - bass/keys - 22 years old Jimmy Page - guitarist and producer - 24 years old That's all Plant singing, great range and very versatile. I'm looking forward to hearing what you think of the way he used his voice as you listen to more songs along the way. The other guys would sing back up from time to time but the only song during which they had another singer come in was for "The Battle of Evermore" on their 4th album. Female singer named Sandy Denny. Really enjoyed your reaction. Great song from Zeppelin right out of the gate. Looking forward to hearing what you think of the rest of the tracks on this album. Thanks and cheers! Edit: I was just 13 years old when Led Zeppelin hit the scene. 50+ years later, they still amaze me. And I still have all of my albums in vinyl that I bought as soon as they dropped. Ah, nothing like setting that needle down and letting them rip. ;)

Its all Robert Plant singing all their songs. Hes got amazing range

Robert Plant is the lead singer on all songs. Great review from a musicians' perspective.

First track. First album. Crazy. Only one singer.

"You're time is gonna come", "What is and what should never be", "Ten years gone", "Babe I'm gonna leave you"....! These Zeppelin tracks are EPIC...!!!

Robert Plant played rugby against our pub team back in the 1980s. We couldn’t believe it when Robert Plant walked on the pitch on a Sunday morning. He was with a crowd from a pub in Monmouth. We all got stuck into him but he took everything. The man was game and after in the bar he was a really great guy. I mean man Robert Plant drank beers with us after playing rugby against us. Top man Robert Plant.

I love your reactions! Nope, only Robert Plant singing. His voice went through some damage I believe in 1973. He was even better before that time. You should check out “You Shook Me”. It’s off the same album and give a good ample of Robert’s voice. Yes, imagine, this was our introduction to LED Zeppelin. We were blown away.

That is still Robert Plant singing...I've been listening to Zeppelin since 76 and didn't pay attention to the kick drums you pointed out..Thank you for that! It's amazing what John Bonham could do. Absolutely the best drummer ever..Love that you are enjoying our era so much!!

So many bangers!!!!!! you will appreciate each of their albums.. each is a little different. They did not duplicate themselves. "Babe, I'm gonna leave you" "ramble on" "when the levee breaks" "10 years gone" "all of my love" "fool in the rain" "NO QUARTER"

You reacted to alot about Elvis, but just a piece of history for you, Elvis step brother, was listening to a Led Zeppelin record at Graceland one day, and Elvis heard it, and asked about them, because he liked their sound, and actually went to one of their concerts, and met them, and they came to one of his shows, and Elvis found out Robert Plant the singer, and the other members, was a big fan of his. Although they had different music styles, they had a mutual respect for what each other did musically. And Elvis respected their work ethic, they were churning out album after album and touring constantly.

Those are Bonhams signature "triplets". Like no other.

Sounds as if you gentlemen now have Led Poisoning. I've had mine since i turned 9 in '69. Thanks to my 16-year-old brother at the time who bought all their albums as soon as they came out. ✌️

First album I ever owned. Before this we bought 45s (singles).

It really must be something to encounter Led Zeppelin in the 21 first century!

Hey guys. I gotta tell you my Led Zeppelin story. I was the lead singer in a cover band when this album came out and I prided myself on being able to copy all the singers of the day. My friend (and lead guitarist) called me and said "You GOTTA hear this new group Led Zeppelin". I went to his house and he played me "Communication Breakdown". When I heard Robert Plant sing I said holy s__t what am I gonna do now? Led Zeppelin were and are a unique band. Individually they are all great, but together, oh my god! Keep on reacting to all this great music. Peace.

Those god damn drums

Robert Plant sung every Zep song solo, except for Battle of Evermore. He duet with Sandy Denny, who was BRILLIANT. She sang with Fairport Convention and solo. Where Does the Time Go is absolutely beautiful. It was the last song she ever sang before she died.

I was a young kid living in Germany in '69 when this album came out. Track 1, side 1, changed my life forever

As you keep going down the "Rabbit hole" that is Led Zep, you're in for more All- time GREAT BEATS and drumming! You're also going to get musical virtuosity from all of the members of Led Zeppelin. Vocals, harmonica, bass, keyboards, mandolin and of course guitar.

I’ve been listening to this song for over 20 years, and what grabs me is how intentional every single note is in the whole song. It’s flawless.

I’m 52 and started getting into led zeppelin at about 14 years old. I love seeing people discover these awesome musicians for the first time. IMO they are the greatest rock band of all time.

This is the best way to go through Led Zeppelin, start at the beginning with Led Zeppelin 1 through Led Zeppelin 'In Though the Out Door'. Zeppelin is considered a Rock band, but they played many different genres throughout the the years as the grew as a band. Considering, Plant and Bonham were 19 and Page and Jones were in their early 20's when they started. Going through their album collection, you can hear the growth as they matured. Plus, if you go through the albums, you will notice how the songs are placed in a way to enjoy the whole album as it is. Not just one song, then skip to a next favorite song. There is really no bad Led Zeppelin song. And that is something that is said just by avid fans. Like they say, "Everyone is a Zeppelin fan, some just don't know it yet".

No it's the same and only singer. He has a God given voice and an amazing range. No other singer sang on any of the albums.

Awesome reaction gents, and a really great idea starting from the beginning. Led Zeppelin had everything to prove with this album. Also there’s only one lead singer! Every lead vocal you heard in this song was Robert Plant. John Bonham, the drummer, does back up vocals sometimes but the lead singer is always Robert. The only exception is one song on the fourth album which was the only time Led Zeppelin ever featured a second singer :) awesome job guys!

Don't underestimate JPJ. He is absolutely amazing. There are 4 BTW. Great reaction!

First song on the first Led Zeppelin album. For many, it would have been the very first LZ song they had ever heard. Quite the introduction. And to top it off, these guys were all in their early 20's when they did this.

I can't watch this enough! First song, first album! Zepplin declared war on everyone! Brutal!

Can't wait to watch your journey into the rabbit hole of Led Zeppelin...be prepared to be amazed

Every song from the GOATS are always sung from Robert Plant, he’s the only singer and a great one at that guys. Rock on man!!¡

Growing up, we had incredible bands from the 60's, 70's and 80's.

Bass drum triplets on a single kick, one pedal....legend

Robert Plant all the way through. "Babe, I'm Gonna Leave You" follows on the album. Classic! The only other singer to ever appear on a Led Zeppelin album was Sandy Denny. Her voice is wonderful. The band gave her a rune on the liner notes to their fourth album for her part on the song "The Battle of Evermore". Her work with Fairport Convention is also quite masterful. For a taste, check out "Who Knows Where the Time Goes?", "Farewell, Farewell", "The Ballad Of Easy Rider", and "She Moves Through The Fair" among others.

John Bonham had the best kick pedal foot EVER!!! He could do things on a single pedal the people playing a double pedal can't do.

What a opening song to Led Zeppelin 🎉

'Tight but Loose' 😊

Dope you caught those double kick sputters right off the bat

Yeah, you really picked up on the superior drumming! Great reaction, gentlemen!

Stay with this first album. You’ll hear some great blues rock tracks. “I can’t quit you babe” “you shook me” “babe I’m gonna leave you”

The kick drum is a SINGLE kick... Yeah. For real. Bonham had the fastest, funkiest single kick. Another dude to check out is Clive Burr from Iron Maiden. He played on the first three Maiden albums and was awesome live. I had the good fortune to have seen him live twice.

Excellent review guys. Robert Plant sang lead vocals on every song in their catalog but one in which he shared the mic. with Sandy Denny of the group Fairport Convention. It was on a song called "The Battle of Evermore". Her voice was a perfect match with Plant for that particular song, which is very acoustic featuring Page playing mandolin. Never the less a very vocally powerful song.The origin of Led Zep began with Jimmy Page leaving the Yardbirds, and with one of the Yadbirds co-producers Peter Grant, decided to start a new band with Grant as the Manager. Grant and Page knew the Bass player would be JPJ as they were aware of his ability through Page and JPJ playing together as studio session musicians on other recording artists LP's. I don't recall if Bonham came next or if it was Plant but Grant and Page scoured the UK watching various drummers performing in the clubs. Once they heard Bonham they knew they had their man. Page loved his power and knew it would be a perfect fit with the musical direction he wanted to pursue. As a side note Bonham had been kicked out of numerous previous bands because he was too loud and raucous. What? Apparently those bands didn't want a beast in their midst. Keep em coming. Thanks!

There's footage of Robert Plant watching "Yoyoka" the 8 year old drummer (now 14) playing this with all the double bass on a single pedal included. He said, for her easy it was like "falling off a log." Imagine being that good at 8. Now at fourteen she's considered one of the 500 best drummers in the world today.

It's always Robert!

And to think, the critics panned these guys. I think they were just envious .

one of my most appreciated aspects of this dynamic band, Led Zeppelin , is the lyrics of their songs. plz have the WORDS of their masterpieces flash on the screen in future LZ reactions 🙏. [ rec The Immigrant Song and The Wonton Song ]

Robert Plant is the only vocalist except for Battle of Evermore when they have Sandy Denny as a additional singer.

Yeah exactly. What a way to introduce yourself to the world, laugh. It's just so fucking phenomenal.

Yeah like others have said this was all robert plant, one singer. He just has range!

Led Zeppelin's early stuff from the first two albums in 1969, are their best in my opinion. They were hungry, and raw, and gritty. At their heart, Led Zeppelin is a Blues Band. Much of their stuff was taken either directly, or indirectly from the old original, American negro Blues masters of the 1920s and 30s. Same for many artists and Bands like The Rolling Stones, Eric Burden and The Animals, Van Morrison, and many more. The Bands from the mid 1960s on, were all influenced by the likes of Lead Belly, Blind Mellon Jefferson, Muddy Waters etc. Thanks guys

thats why im love ledzeppelin😎

What an EPIC intro to a band, huh?

Try When the Levee Breaks ….it is easily one of the most sampled tracks by hip-hop artists…. also Robert Plant is the only singer for Led Zeppelin he just has an incredible range

Robert is the only vocalist, his range was unbelievable back then. They only had a guest vocalist once on one song - The Battle of Evermore on Zep 4, her name was Sandy Dennis. JPJ always took you to church with his organ playing and his bass playing was par none. He also plays mandolin, too!

Track 1, Side 1, Album 1. OMG!!! Nice job picking up on the bass drum so quickly.

So happy you guys appreciated Bonzo's drumming. I often listen to this track just for those opening drumming bars

Best first album of any band in my opinion, also two albums in the first year made in 1969 and both still stand the test of time. all true what has been said about robert Plant , jimmy Page and John Bonham but you are missing out on the bass player John Paul Jones, it is the combination of the four of them that creates the magic. JPJ also plays key boards including organ and mandolin on other tracks and is fundamental to the band. Try watching Danmark TV recording of how many more times at some stage - watching them play is one of the great pleasures in life.

At 54 I’m still amazed by this band’s ability to play

Listen to You Shook Me

Robert Plant. He's the same singer for almost all their vocals. He can go high or low and everything in between. Zeppelin has a lot of influence in hip hop. Lol and you're only one song in. Enjoy the Zepathon! It's one helluva ride. PS Up your camera game por favor.

Great analysis guys! I can't believe this was recorded in '68 (released '69) - I'm sure Bonham was from the future 😂

One my favorite.Great reaction.

Those kick drum triplets by Bonham are beastly!!!!

Yes, brothers . . . He did all the mian singing.

You’re a good listener to pickup on that kick drum so early on in the song because it gets past most reaction listeners. It’s the crown jewel of this song.

1st album 1st song & this is what they hit us with......

Ahhh ya caught the double time kick drum bit at the beginning.. excellent catch.. Look what that guy could do right outta the bag. Same singer, lower register.

Now l'm subscribing to your channel just because you're listening to my favorite band of all times, saw them sooo many times in concert that I lost count but please continue with Zeppelin and I will be here because l'm the biggest "Led Head" around 🤟🥰

1:14 I am so freaking glad that you stopped it to point out the drums there because what he's doing on the kick drum there especially with that era of technology? I mean you might have heard that a little bit in jazz but it just took the World by storm. It's just amazing. Absolutely amazing. And this is not the only song he did it on, he did this a whole bunch or variations on it of all sorts.

I saw Led Zeppelin🔥in 1970, my senior year in high school.🤗 It was my first concert and my first acid trip!🤯🤪 What a great time to be young and wild!💯😂 ❤️✌️

Robert Plant sang every song on every album they ever did, I'm the biggest ZEP HEAD you'll ever meet ,I love what you guys are doing with your videos ,keep up the good work guys, anything you need to Know about ZEP hit me up ,but you guys get it right for the most part ,really digging the videos peace .

Stepping back and checking you guys out from a year ago, it’s crazy to see 🤯😮‍💨 Cmon man…🔥 Let’s goooo!!! 🚀

loving the appreciation of bonham , so many peoples goat hey ..theyre all on such a level .. looking forward to 'when the levee breaks" when u get there btw

Of all the people who review music you two are my favorite

thanks for reacting cool song

They’re all killin it. Lol. Super talented and timeless

This took me back man! When I saw your face at 1:38 reacting to that single kick triplet attack, I was 12 again hearing it for the first time. It's absolutely shocking!

The drummer, John Bohnam, was 20 years old at the time of this recording - 20 years old! And the singer was the same guy throughout the song - Robert Plant.

I'm so glad to see you focus on the drumming, they are all great musicians but the drummer, John Bonham, often goes unnoticed

Song one of led Zeppelin 1 is the introduction to John Bonham.. Previous comments say that plant saying this song independently however John Bonham was a backing vocal.. This is a fact.. In fact led zeppelin never did this song in a live show until many years later. The trumpets obviously are called triplets in quadruples. What triple is a set of notes played in one music bar?. On top of the trip blitz he is playing a double. Hi hat shuffle and the snare is running at 4 4 time with the guitar. Most of the time drummer John Bonham got in with the guitar rather than the base. This enabled John Paul Jones. To add in his own baselines. To add a extra rhythm to all of their songs. The secret to led Zeppelin is they play in dependently to their songs but yet they Stay synchronized.

This song was track one on album one. It was the first most people heard of LZ.

One singer🙂

Go Bonzo...best drummer ever!

Best thing about Bonham in this song is he’s doing all of that bass drum work with a single pedal. His left foot is opening and closing the hi hat

I was ten when there first album came out,,I grew up with them, saw them once

The singer is always Robert Plant. He was 19 years old in this album, and Bonzo, the drummer, to.

1973 Madison Square Garden… “ Since I’ve Been Loving You”….. essential…. Live footage is from their movie called The Song Remains the Same…. As close to a religious experience as rock music can muster….. GOATS…… it becomes more apparent album after album… they were the very definition diversity…. Blues , Rock, Folk, Country ,Jazz, and even reggae believe it or not… if you stick with it you’ll hear all of this and more… in terms of the rock genre Zeppelin’s a course unto themselves….

Yeah, first song-first album...'nuff said.

Triplets on a single kick drum. Awesome.

Robert Plant has always been the lead singer on everything. Amazing range.

He did use double kicks, not a double pedal, but actual double kick drums. That put your left foot close to 2 feet away from your hi hat pedal with the size of his kick drums. He was known to use up to a 30 inch kick. Serious coordination!

Roberts the only singer for LZ.gotta listen to ten years gone!