The rain song msg live is the very reason that Jimmy Page is the greatest guitarist of all time his guitar work in this is nothing short of phenomenal

I don't think Page ever played a song the same way twice. Incredibly creative.

watch how often jimmy either isnt looking or has his eyes shut!!!! he just went somewhere else and let it flow through him. best guitarist ever imo

Did you notice Jimmy playing eyes closed for most of the song !!! What command of tone and volume !!

the louder you play zep the more yopu realise what an absolute MONSTER bonham was!!!

where most bands are indeed like "a bag of potato chips", Led Zeppelin is a twelve course banquet.

Robert's voice is so beautiful it moves you to tears.

Every once in a great while, unknown and unexplained forces line up in the universe that creates something we call magic. Things we don't understand are magical to us, and that's what happened when these four guys intersected. A mystical power greater than four was born...

Plant’s also smiling because someone threw him a joint. 😊

I love the way Jimmy finishes with a little flick of his fingers like "yeah, that just happened"!

Eric Clapton said he always wondered what planet Jimmy was on during this performance as he didn't think it was they same one that he was on lol

It is like telling a story. Page's playing, in his own words, It's not about being technically accurate. It's about creating emotion.

"In the day" this was THE Saturday night midnight movie... Memories...🍄🌲🍄✨💥🌈

And this was 50 years ago! Still relevance today!

The greatest band ever at their peak. Performing in the greatest arena on earth. It doesn't get any better. 😎

Zeppelin live from72-77 is the pinnacle of live rock.

The guitar was an extension of Jimmy!! He was one with his guitar and craft! We were so lucky back in the 70’s !! It still is FIRE which is epic even now!!💥🔥💥🔥💥🔥💥

Back in the 70s we used to go see this in the theaters at "Midnight Movies"...it ran for years.

Jimmy Page was still underrated for a good number of years. During the Satriani era, people assumed him to be a "more technical" guitarist, but he's not. I went to a great number of Led Zeppelin concerts, and I met Jimmy Page. One day, when I was back stage, I heard incredible jazz guitar playing coming from his star room. The door was cracked open a little. It was Jimmy Page. How I got privy to this is a long story, but Mr. Page actually had made a specific back stage pass for me. Had he wanted to do it, he could've played Satriani Guitar. Yes! He could have. Go watch Big Jim Sullivan plays Jazz. Jimmy and Big Jim were the closest of friends, and the frequently had long engaging guitar sessions together. JAZZ standards. Also, there were a few times, usually after most people were intoxicated, JPJ would bring out the stand up bass, and Jimmy Page would start playing Jazz Fusion that sounded as good as what Scott Henderson did, "look up Elvis at the Hop." Jimmy could do it all, and I still think that he should be ranked as being the number one best classic rock guitarist in history, and definitely, in reality, if the truth was known, in all genres, he was among the best of them too.

Plant stated he thought this (Rain Song) was his best vocal performance of the MSG concert

I think Robert was smiling because he received a joint from the crowd!! The Rain Song is simply beautiful!!!

The greatest concert ever performed. Nothing compares. 😎

the rain song is just BEAUTIFUL live!

You have to go back and do Since I’ve been loving you from that same MSG performance. Epic

jimmy KILLS it here!!!

you had your eyes shut for jimmies incredible outro, SO DID JIMMY!!!!

There were other bands from the '70's with impressive live shows e.g. Pink Floyd and Queen, but Zeppelin played at this level every night for 3 1/2 hours, and like many other Zep fans I think the live performances have to be taken as completely different entities from the studio releases. This band was so dynamic, so inventive that comparisons are really apples and oranges. Believe it or not the band considered this concert as only mediocre. One song that you should check out from this movie is "Whole Lotta Love" which closes out the show. In contrast to these two songs "Whole Lotta Love" is playful and loose and riotous. I think you'd enjoy it. You should do yourself a favor and sit down and watch the entire film "The Song Remains the Same". The film itself is OK. The cinematography is only adequate, but Zeppelin's performance, as you've seen, is astounding.

I was there in the audience when they were filming the Song Remains the Same. I remember sitting there waiting for them to start, and someone announced that we were all going to be part of a movie they were making. I remember the cameras there (like in a movie) and I freaked out. It was SO amazing. I did see Led Zeppelin a couple/few times, but THAT experience was priceless....

Jimmy Page was a master in the studio and live. How he could distill down a song like this - that had a half-dozen (or more) guitar parts to a live version with just his single performance is amazing. His double-neck guitar gave him the ability to use the lush 12-string for some of the song, and lower 6-string neck for the more straight-ahead sounds.

I agree, studio before live, but you have enough of both under your belt to figure that. I can't Quit you Baby and How Many More Times from the Royal Albert Hall will blow you away. They were in their early 20's for fucks sake... Cheers.

Excellent comments Nothing compares Nothing

What blows me away is Page has to play the song remains the same on the 12 string amazing 12 string solo by the way, because the rain song is in a special tuning on the 6 string. Page is a rock legend, saw him twice live !!

To me - I love both versions. The studio version is masterful. The guitar solos are better, there are acoustic and electric guitars. Everything is balanced perfectly. Turn it up and listen again. The live version has tons of energy and is also masterfully played. They're very different from each other. Both are equally a must listen.

To sound better live that is not heard of, that's raw talent!

You are giving old people a reason to watch KZfaq. The "back in my day " crowd .. awesome video!!

They set such an high standard that it makes not possible any comparison in any way

Hi... I was at that concert when they were filming this show sitting in the 9th row orchestra . I was 16 years old then now I'm 65 . Zep played for 3 1/2 hrs . If you want to see the best crowd reaction watch Since I 've been loving you for the same show at M.S.G 1973 . You can also feel want I felt being there. That nite , That show & Led Zepplin change my life forever about music . Enjoy your Zepplin journey . I'm still on my journey !!!

You have 'No Quarter' coming up on Houses of the Holy. Like The Rain Song, the MSG version is outstanding; especially the solo.

Best live shows ever. They would play 3 to 4 hour shows.

When you get to No Quarter after the studio version the live one from this concert is also a must see!!

All the MSG performances are bangers!! When your in the mood to have your face melted off and your mind permanently blown you must check out the best 28 minutes on KZfaq… Dazed & Confused….Jimmy Page shows why he’s the coolest cat to ever pick up a guitar!!!! (Again there are some scenes in there from the movie just a heads up) glad you appreciated & enjoyed TSRTS & The Rain Song.

Gather round children and i will tell you a story of when giants walked the earth. Truly the greatest rock band ever

Zeppelin were on a different level . Even 40 years on from hearing those songs for the first time they still leave you emotionally wrung out . They just hit parts of your soul you didn’t realise existed. The songs arnt immediate that’s their genius the first time you hear them you get emotional then every time you hear them something new springs forth like a beacon THE greatest band of all time

Yea we got super stoned and went to see in the Theater...I was 16 and it blew my mind.

That’s the magic of Led Zep. Those 4 guys could and did play any and all genres of music. That doesn’t come around very often.

Still get the chills. I'm sure that joint an audience member threw to Robert was well deservedly enjoyed. Never apologize for enjoying the trip. Always enjoy your reactions. Part of my morning routine. God Bless my friend

Jimmy Page ,The greatest live performer ,studio producer, rock guitarist, writer, and arranger that will ever be. Thank you, Pagey for all the great sounds you and the group brought me in my lifetime. So proud I met you and loaned you a menthol cig all those decades ago, with The Yardbirds gig, in my small hometown in Indiana. Thanks Mate!!

You have to listen to the live version of Dazed and Confused from the same Madison Square Garden show. It's epic.

Thanks,good reaction. I think the live version sounds better. But think about that. Live,on stage,no studio,no retakes, one guitar, not several. and a complex song. And just freaking nail it!

YES... when I first saw this as a lad it changed my entire approach to playing the guitar. "The Song Remains the Same, LIVE" still has the same effect on me to this day. One of the best guitar performances ever. Plus... think about it.. this is really a 3 piece band with a singer. Most bands have 2 guitars, etc.

Was fortunate to see Led live when I was young. It was Bonham's birthday and they were an hour late starting. When they did start there was no introduction. The lights simply dimmed and then Jimmy Pages guitar started up with " The Song Remains The Same ", then they blended into " The Rain Song ". Two songs so diametrically opposite, and such a perfect example of what made them so great! An experience I will never forget!

The Rain Song was mine and my wife’s wedding song. Beautiful song. I think I want one of the last things I say to be “upon us all a little rain must fall”…

You're finally catching on. Live versions are ALWAYS better with Led Zeppelin, only because they are REAL talents. They don't fail because they are only good in the studio, with remixes to get it perfect. When you think the studio version is better, is because of sound quality with perfect acoustics. But the live versions gives them freedom to embellish.

Live is always always always, best ! Truest representation of a bands ability. Live is best.

The Rain Song is one of my favorites. Beautiful music and lyrics like poetry.

This has been my favorite LZ live clip for years! I just got goosebumps watching it again for the 100th time. Amazing, isn't it?And you are not the first person to go back and watch it again, believe me!

This was epic! And better than the studio. That's such a rarity. I can feel the passion in this, the vocals, sound, and imagery. Loved it.

You did it!!! I'm so glad you saw it!! Clips of their movie is in this.

You don't need to apologize for the way you do your videos. Love your channel. Ps: the more live Zep you do, the longer your videos will be ....and it's totally alright.

The thing about Led Zeppelin live: usually took them about 3 or so songs to get into their groove, but once they did, they just commanded the stage.

That transition always brings a tear to my eyes. It’s so perfect!.

Every so often for it must be 48 years now I've listened to and watched this version of TSRTS+TRS (because, dang it, they DO belong together). In my books, it's still a work of genius from a band at the height of their powers.

As The Beatles were to the 60s....Led Zeppelin was to the 70s.....constantly changing....innovative.....charismatic.....and each member so musically talented.......best in the world at that time, with amazing songs that were so earth shattering.....you just knew history was being made every concert they played and every album they made. Looking back now, I feel so blessed being a teenager when this concert happened and as they ruled the radiowaves, concert halls, dance halls, bars and anywhere music played during the entire decade of the 70s. Thank you Led Zeppelin, for all the memories...sober, hazy or dazed and confused...it was the time of my life.

Man,the Rain Song is so Beautiful!Love to follow you on this journey of the music I love😊

Hey Salvo thanks for doing that!! I saw that movie so many times, cutting edge at that time. It was an expression of each member but mostly it was the concert with scenes behind the stage and elsewhere. Awesome movie if you're into Zeppelin

My favorite performance of the MSG concerts. Just epic.... BTW, Plant was also smiling at the end because someone threw him a joint on stage, LOL!

This version of these 2 songs kicks the butt of the studio versions imo. Particularly The Rain Song, which takes on a whole new lease of life played live. A pity the "band dreams"video clips overplay the band on stage, but they play so well I can live with that. Rain Song is a thing of absolute beauty. Great reaction bro!

Yes, when you stop the playback on a fierce lead or transition,its like being at the live concert and someone comes on stage and yells .. STOP! LOL Keep reviewing. You do a fine job. A 73 year old long haired rocker told you that. Zep forever!!

Excellent Reaction. I appreciate that you’re willing to give things a second listen. I’m with you, studio first. Things are better on the second listen. But I think, Jimmy wrote this in terms of how it would flow in concert. He says he wrote Son Remains the Same as an Opus leading into and introducing The Rain Song.

Time for the entire 26 minutes of the song Dazed and Confused from this concert. Must be viewed in it's entirety to catch the explosive guitar soloing towards the end. Prepare to be mind blown !

He is smiling at the end cause he picked up 2 joints someone threw on stage and tosses it backstage . How good do you have to be for the fans to throw pot at you The BEST ever

One of the many great things about Zeppelin that many don't know is that they never had an opening act. They came out and for 3 hours it was all Zep.. Bands then and now have one, two or maybe 3 opening acts and then they will come out and play for maybe an hour or so.

This is miles better than the studio version one of the best performances ever

studio then live is a great plan

Epic! And In my opinion you need to do the studio first and then the live version second, the Rain Song always gets me emotionally. Bro you are almost at 6,000 subs and you did it so fast and I really believe the LZ fans are so devoted to the band that they love and want to be part of your journey 🎸♑🐉❤

I'm with you 100% what an amazing band

I've watched this countless times since this album came out and it never gets old. The most emotional beautiful climax to a rock song ever performed. At least that I've seen. The way Page gently mutes the last chord at the end is just indescribable

perfection that wont be matched man..for pure music and lyrics ,, enjoyed that .cheers

Really special reaction to an incredible performance by the band, I remember the album coming out in the 70’s and all my mates went to see the film. I rushed out and bought the album it but I never really appreciated it till years later. Thanks for the memories 👍

Every song from MSG is awesome, hope you can do them all. One of them is a mind boggling drum solo ‘Moby Dick’! from Led II.

best 2 songs ever played.. live..

they have their own genre, I believe is called Led Zeppelin...lol I cannot tell you how much I enjoy your reacts, we used to play this on 8-tracks back in the day, usually in a car...You give no bs , no fru-fru reactions, just honest and real, keep on brother!

You need to hear some Jimi Hendrix. Check out Purple haze live at Atlanta 1970

First time i saw Zep was in the August of 79 at Knebworth UK ,I was amazed,but...I saw Rush 3 months earlier on the Hemispheres tour and when it come to music they changed my life,i was 11.

He’s smiling because he just picked up joints that someone through on the stage!

He's smiling, because the audience threw some Joints onstage for after the Show!

These are the lands of his country... where he loves to be

I like the format of studio then live. Great performance and I agree that liking the studio vs. live version of any particular song is a personal preference. These songs I also happen to like best as LZ performed them during this concert. Thanks for the great reaction! :) I think Plant is smiling after he picked up a couple of joints someone from the audience had tossed onto the stage. ;)

Perfection..yet not perfect. You can’t pinpoint it. That’s talent. You can’t put your finger on it. You can’t figure it out. This band takes you on an emotional journey like no other. I still get goosebumps watching and listening to them.

With LZ Jimmy always said that the studio was just the beginning and in a stage performance they could take any song in whatever direction they felt like on any given night and as a foursome they were always aware of each other and could improvise at any given moment giving the band a fresh performance rather the SOS plus the audience never got the same show in consecutive performance’s.

Great reaction bud,this was/ is history. You are about the only reactor to get this video without it being cut to shreds. Amazing

Back in 78 I lived in the Netherlands and hash was legal to smoke. This song was played in some dark bar and we would along with other kids from my high school class would just be high as kite listening to this. In 79 moved back to so cal and never got high again lol. This brings back those memories.

JPJ is just killing it on the bass.

I always crank up Zeppelin, so my neighbors can also hear it...

Truly blessed with this music 🤘

saw led Zeppelin in 1973 at Southampton gaumont then knebworth 1979 that was epic

when they had a good night onstage, they were untouchable as four seperate entities become one.

sometimes the studio version is better. sometimes live is better, welcome to led zeppelin! what other bands can you say that about?

I read somewhere that if Jimmy does a riff at beginning of the song, you know it's going to be great. I've had no reason to argue. Just wait til he starts to drool.

The only possible comparison is to Jimmy's prior group, The Yardbirds... which became The New Yardbirds... which in turn became Led Zeppelin. More distantly: Cream (circa Spoonful) and Humble Pie both had their moments. Bon Scott- era AC/ DC. Peace from Canada.