I'm 82 years young this year, and saw them play Perth Australia in the early 70s, my ears are still ringing, I now do most of my Rocking in my rocking chair, will love Led Zep till the day I die. PS I'm at the bottom of my Stairway To Heaven.

All of us who grew up in the 70s appreciate your air guitar.

Battle of Evermore…..that’s a mandolin. That’s Sandy Denny singing with Robert on this. She was a famous British singer at that time and part of the well-known folk group Fairport Convention. In 1971 (or 72), Robert was voted top male singer in Britain, and Sandy voted top female singer. They were good pals.

It took this band three weeks to come together out of sheer panic and necessity to fulfill a touring contract for the Yardbirds. They barely knew each other. Turns out...all four were the utter best in the world at their respective roles. That's some insane coincidence from the heavens.

I applaud you for , when you pause, you GO BACK five or so seconds when you re-start the song. You might be surprised at how many reactors DON'T do that! It's a loss for them, because they often miss out on a great bridge or transition or interrupt the flow of the song that , if they had gone back five seconds, they would not have lost. It's annoying for those of us watching (me., at least, lol!) because we know they just missed a really cool part or whatever. Glad you do it, and love your reactions in general!

It warms my old heart to see young ones discovering this life-changing music. Enjoy!

I am 68 and lived through this ! Saw them 6 times ! I am crying watching you discover and enjoying them as much as you do !

I’ll always remember the first time I heard Black Dog. Blew me away!!! Greatest band ever!! Musical diversity is unbelievable.

1. Led Zeppelin 2. Pink Floyd 3. The Rolling Stones 4. Lynyrd Skynyrd 💥💥💥👍😎

said it before young lady, but you are possibly the only YT reviewer that actually gets The Mighty Zeppelin! You truly are a Zepophile, an old soul. Never lose it!

Hey Verdy, I am blown away with your youth and your desire to explore some of the best music ever created! I love your reactions, Keep on rocking like you do!

Stairway, THE most iconic song ever, THE most iconic opening to a song, THE most iconic guitar solo ever. Simply THE most breathtaking song ever! Just go back to the first time you heard it.

Most reactors create one video for each song, but this channel is the only one I know so far that react to the album as a package. This is not only. unique, but also align with what Led Zeppelin wished. If not mistaken, they were never happy to release the song as singles and were only forced to because of the recording label. They said that the songs were intended to be experienced as an album.

Your genuine joyful reaction to Stairway is exactly why it is consistently voted the best rock song of all time period.

Having seen some of Verdy’s reactions, she recognized some iconic Fleetwood Mac songs. So I was wondering if she had heard “Stairway” before. What an absolute joy to see someone experience that song for the first time. A lot of us can relive that feeling. ❤

Compare this music from 40 yrs ago to what passes for music today. This music is so creative and powerful. No autotune or digital fixing. So much talent.

Watching you react to Stairway to Heaven for the first time was magical and something every Zeppelin fan should experience.

This album side is a masterpiece. Use whatever superlatives you prefer, epic, iconic, etc., they all apply.

I was born in 1970 and the brilliance of this band has not faded.

Led Zeppelin were honored at the Kennedy Center with a Stairway to Heaven tribute by the band Heart accompanied by the late John Bohnams son Jason. The members of Zeppelin are there watching. It will blow your mind! Trust me it's a must see!

The Battle of Evermore is based on the battle of Helm's Deep from The Lord of the Rings. They were heavily influenced by Tolkien and TLOTR. Look at the lyrics of Ramble On.

Arguably this is the best Led Zeppelin album. One of the best albums ever made also

The best rock album ever made IMO.

Tonight I got to watch someone who has a good understanding of and feel for music listen to Stairway to Heaven for the first time. So that was cool

The beginning of "Stairway..." those are recorders being played (multitracked) by John Paul Jones, the bass player. JPJ also played the mandolin on Battle of Evermore and keys on Rock and Roll. He was a very talented multi-instrumentalist. There are few things as lovely as your smile.

Best reaction ever to the best band ever. Led Zeppelin IV is THE masterpiece!

Hands down the greatest band to ever grace a stage, cut an album and entertain a crowd. They will never be equaled. They are the top band in history.

When the Levee Breaks on 2nd side one of my fav zep songs

Many of us have held Stairway close for 51 years....now it's your turn, Verdy. One of the greatest rock albums of all time, by the rock GOATs.

Black Dog's riff was created by bassist John Paul Jones. The entire song is rough and raw. Rock and Roll took a bit of inspiration from Little Richard's song "Keep A' Knockin'". Bonzo was having difficulty getting the drumming right for their song called Four Sticks, so, in exasperation, he started beating out what would become this song. The lyrics are full of late 50s song references and the boogie woogie style piano is played by former Rolling Stones band member Ian Stewart. Battle of Evermore has Sandy Denny (RIP) from the group Fairport Convention sing with Robert. Jimmy played a mandolin while John Paul Jones played a 12-string guitar, I believe. It's a wonderful, ethereal sounding song full of fantasy and lore. Stairway is a masterpiece. It crystalized what the band was at that point; it had slow/fast, hard/soft, drama, musicality, mystical elements. It pours out emotion and the listener feels wrung out, dazed, in awe. This is a masterful album

This is Led Zeppelin at the peak of their creativity. Robert's voice would change after this album, his pristine vocals really are breathtaking.

Simply the Best rock band Ever!!!

"The sunlight blinds his eyes" that part always gives me chills. The vocal harmony is beautiful. Led Zeppelin are master arrangers

OMG I’ve been waiting 6 months to watch your reaction to this Album Especially watching you Hear “ Stairway to Heaven” for the first time brought me to tears and made me feel 16 again when I first heard it 😭 Thank You So Much for your channel ❤👏🏻👍🏻😁🎼🎸

Each individual in the band was a virtuoso. But they blended together as one entity. Magical.

For me, this was the album that cemented them as Rock and Roll gods.

You have just experienced the greatest Rock band in the history of Rock music. Just imagine what they could have achieved had Bonzo not passed away. Even now they are still the greatest Rock band in the history of Rock music.

This album is sacred rock music ground. Also the Madison Square Garden live version of Stairway To Heaven is a classic

I was born in 1965, but this album, along with Dark Side of the Moon, Boston, and Hemispheres, DOMINATED my high school years. So wonderful seeing a young person fall in love with this music.

Every time I hear black dog it always brings me back to my childhood when I would be sleeping and wake up in the middle of the night and it would be around the same time. My older brother would fall asleep with the stereo on. Around 3am the dj would always play that song. Thanks K-She 95 Real Rock Radio.

Verdy's enjoyment, appreciation, analysis & expression/reaction to each & everyone of the songs is simply the best.

Greatest album ever by the greatest rock band ever. Enjoying your reactions!

67 years young Led Zeppein still takes me on a journey with every song.

Simply one of the best rock albums ever. Oh, and not a cowbell in the first song, The drummer was hitting the "bell" center section of the cymbal. It has a very distinct sound.

The four of them worked together in such a supreme way that it's hard to understand. Yes, most other bands are in synch with each other, but there is a level of 'layering' with Zeppelin where they musically 'grip together' that nobody else has! See - even I can't explain i properly! lol.

Hi Verdy!!!! I didn't realize that you hadn't listened to Stairway to Heaven before this -- what a treat!!! Anyway, as always, watching you react makes every album even better :-)

Battle of Evermore, constant goosebumps, Sandy Denny, loved her, still do. Her voice on anything by Fairport Convention, her own stuff was ethereal, brilliant passionate, and haunting. Add her to Robert's voice, and this is why this song is one of my all time favourites. Nice reaction, loving your musical journey, thank you for letting us along.

Stairway to Heaven is arguably THE most iconic rock song in history. So glad you listened to it.

...such a pleasure, to see the joy on your face, and to know that you're truly "feeling" the music. I tip my hat to you, young lady!

"Stairway to Heaven" should be the number one song of all time. There's no other song like it, it's so far advanced musically and lyrically written. The poetry is lovely and so is the melody. Just so good!

Helene here. YES! There IS “something” about Robert’s voice. It’s damn sexy, for one thing. 😁. And the power…..and even now, at 74, when he no longer has that range and power, his voice is still so expressive, tender and lively. Saw him in August with Alison Krauss…..they are great together. But yeah, young Plant’s voice was otherworldly. There are “better” voices in rock….but none with that charisma (except Freddie Mercury).

She's got a huge grin listening 😊

Zep were simply masters of their craft! One of the best ever!

GREAT Album ! Could be the greatest Band of all time 👍. Especially in this Genre

I was 12 when I first heard this album. I hadn't heard any Zeppelin prior to that. My exposure to "Pop Music" consisted of "The Monkeys" and "Partridge Family" Up to that point. I was with my parents and visiting some friends of theirs in Boulder Colorado. They had a daughter who was about 15 and she played me this album... I was actually frightened by it to some extent. It had such an "otherworldly" quality to it that I can't adequately describe. By the time I was 15 I was a massive fan. Bought "Houses of the Holy" and "Physical Graffiti" the days that they came out.

This album is one of the best selling of all time.

I love all the little things you pick up like the me guitar in the background. Everyone hears it but to some it's like a subconscious sound. You seem to pick things up like that with relative ease as I've noticed on your other videos. You have a great ear for music. Can't wait for side 2. Just remember it's a harmonica not a guitar. You'll know what I mean. Great vid

Bon choix d'album! Led Zeppelin est mon deuxieme groupe prefere. Cette album est l'un des albums le plus vendu. J'ai bien adorer ta reaction.

Black Dog is the epitome of 'call and response' in Rock and Roll, IMHO

Here we go! The first time I heard Black Dog I couldn’t believe how powerful the Guitar notes sounded! It was and is huge! Page shocked and surprised me! Just like when I heard Communication Breakdown for the first time! What a Blast off! Punk Energy on that one! And the drums on Black Dog are powerful, too! Bonzo sounds amazing as usual! Good Reactions! You get it! 👏🏻🎸😎

It is a real pleasure to see you discover these old classic songs (and Stairway is one of the best). It is like I am discovering for the first time all over again. Thank you.

You can't imagine the memories you brought with this reaction. This album was the first casette I brought, the first LP when I brought my first turntable and the first CD when they came out. I still enjoy playing the LP the most.

The lights were going out. At the first chord, you went quickly to look for your girl. You took her hand, you hugged her and the first bars were an omen of a long winding journey full of emotions... of longing for her to accept your love, your presence. In the end, if everything went well and both wanted it, a kiss would seal such a beautiful melody. Oh, Led Zeppelin, part of so many lives and loves, children, family...!! They were the '70s that began with love, passion and much, much joy. Greetings from Viña del Mar. Chile.

So refreshing to see young people like yourself discovering the classics.

The bass on Stairway To Heaven rarely gets a mention but if you listen carefully you can hear how it sets the mood of the song quietly in the background. It also really enhances the guitar solo.

I can't believe you stopped at LZIII. And for so long. But that's good, because you saved yourself so much more magic to experience.

You’re gonna have fun with this album the rest of your life. Looking forward to part II ❤

One of the rock voices ever...and just a classic album. This must be one of the "hardest" rock albums you've reacted to.

The flaming hard, the bass guitar, the drums and guitar. What a combo.

Best and most versatile band ever. Led Zeppelin.

J'ai ressentie la même chose il y a quelques années en écoutant Led Zeppelin, je n'ai pas quarantes ans mais j'ai poussé la curiosité dans l'intégralité de leur discographie et j'ai découvert un univers différent sur chaque album mais toujours autant d'émotions mon seul regret est de n'avoir pas eu l'occasion de les voir en live

It really is quite something to watch someone listening to Stairway for the first time - it's very nearly 50 years since my first hearing - tempus fugit and all that 😁

First album I purchased in the early 70s, saw them in concert a few years later. Still stands strong today.

One of the greatest albums in history. It doesn't get much better than this. I played this album so much as a teenager it's surprising I had time for anything else. Lol

A VERDY good reaction, as usual. Was this your first time hearing Stairway To Heaven? Appeared to be. Happy to experience this occasion with you, if it was. If you haven't already, please listen to the band Heart's live version of this song performed at an award ceremony for Led Zeppelin. The 3 remaining members of Led Zeppelin were in the audience. Their reaction to Heart's performance adds to the grandeur of the moment.

It's amazing to see you as a youngster (with all respect) appreciate the music of my youth. I was a musically aware child of the early/mid 1970's through the mid 1980's and it's wonderful that you appreciate this incredible music/musicianship that was a huge part of my life growing up in America during those times. Keep it up darling! There's so much more to explore such as Southern Rock (Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Sknyryd, Molly Hatchet, .38 Special, and the Outlaws etc.) and progressive rock such as Yes, Rush (my personal fave), and Kansas to the Godfather's of metal Black Sabbath with a shout out to neo-classical Deep Purple. Check them out. They were ground-breakers back in the day with real musicianship.

Love your reactions. You'll like the Kennedy Center Honors from 2012 when Zep was given medals by Pres Obama who made some good jokes during the ceremony. Later, different bands covered some of their hits. When Heart did Stairway, Robert Plant got emotional. Gives me goosebumps every time.

Miss Verdy, Jimmy Page did ALL that guitar 🎸 work, Lead & Rhythm simultaneously. He was a master at overdubbing due to the fact they didn’t have a rhythm guitarist nor really need one. Jimmy handled both efficiently with the skills learned as one of England’s most sought after session guitarists.

Also little recognized fact: John Paul Jones wrote the riff for Black Dog

"Rock and Roll' became their concert opening song.

Superb! Truly exciting and beautiful to see someone finding Stairway to Heaven for the first time without any burden of expectation or anything. What an album. Looking forward to Side 2 tmrw

To see your face and emotions as you experience some of the greatest musicians, playing some of their most iconic songs is just amazing. I cannot tell you how happy it makes me feel to see someone who genuinely appreciates their sheer talent. There will never be another Led Zeppelin. Great reaction Verdy, looking forward to part 2.

Everything they did was magnificent!

I am really enjoying watching your reaction videos. Especially the Zeppelin. Your excitement and passion reminds me of my experience first time discovering all things Zep. I discovered the drums and LZ the same year. Now 40 years later I am still rockin'. 😊

One of the greatest rock albums ever recorded. Also includes one of the greatest guitar solos by anyone, ever. Undeniable.

Classic! "Rock and Roll" is a fun song to play. It was one of the first LZ songs I ever learned how to play way back when. Led Zeppelin gave Welsh songstress Sandy Denny her own rune on the liner notes to the album for her part on "The Battle of Evermore". She was the only other singer to ever appear on a Led Zeppelin album. Her voice is wonderful. Her work with Fairport Convention is 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. The lyrics of "The Battle of Evermore" allude The Lord of the Rings -- "The ring wraiths ride in black, ride on" -- then Sandy Denny sings -- "Sing as you raise your bow \ Shoot straighter than before \ Oh dance in the dark of night \ Sing to the morning light" ...

Verdy you have a ball 🏀 with this one ☝️ led zeppelin 4 every track Is amazing black dog 🐩 stairway to heaven battle of evermore can’t wait for your reaction to this one ☝️ keep on playing that beautiful music 🎶 love ❤️

Of the hundreds of times hearing this masterpiece, I haven't enjoyed it more than through your reaction. Something very special about the abilities of the group members, and Robert's spiritually influenced lyrics., all enhanced by the pleasure and joy they can bring to one who is receptive.

Great reaction, lovely to watch a youngster discover arguably the best rock song ever written (Stairway) on arguably the best rock album ever made, by without question the best Band ever in the History of the universe, since the beginning of time.

Yay! Finally! I have been waiting for you to get back to Led Zeppelin. I'm loving this reaction. Thank you

I absolutely love the way you broke into a huge smile listening to Rock and Roll. The music just forces it out of you!

The “cowbell” in Black Dog is the bell of his ride cymbal. The mandolin (left ear) in Battle of Evermore is just an amazing complement to the guitar and vocals…in traditional bluegrass music, the mandolin often provides the percussive flow of a song and you can see that here. One of the many delicious treats packed into this song. I really enjoy how you listen to and hear music. It’s not all vocals or all guitar or drums. You really seem to take in the whole song. That, coupled with your appreciation of each members’ talent and skill, makes for a great reaction.I’ve listened to Zep tracks , I’m guessing a thousand or few times, and still hear things that are new to me. Every member gives a masterful performance in every song. It never gets old!

Lovely Miss Verdy, glad to see you undertake this true precision masterpiece. Black dog is a nice foundation song, sets up some expectations. Then they come at you like "We heard you liked UpBeatSongs!" and hit you with a touch of the rock and roll. John Bonham takes care of his business on that track, by Odin! Next is my personal favorite song by Zeppelin, followed closely by the gallows pole. Tolkien and S-tier rock and roll/folk music? Make mine a double please!

"The Battle of Evermore" is a folk duet sung by Robert Plant and Sandy Denny, featured on Led Zeppelin's untitled 1971 album, commonly known as Led Zeppelin IV. The song's instrumentation features acoustic guitar and mandolin playing, while the lyrics allude to J. R. R. Tolkien's fantasy novel The Lord of the Rings.

The Battle of Evermore is a guitar and a mandolin. The bass and keyboard player, John Paul Jones, played the mandolin. Two singers too, as others have said.

Hello Verdy, the most awaited reaction of your channel 😃, to one of the best and greatest albums in history. Now to wait for your reaction to Houses of the Holy, surely it will not disappoint you. Thanks for your reaction.

The female singer is Sandy Denny on TBOE my fav song by Led Zep by far

So many people have been waiting for this reaction. I wish I could remember the first time I heard Stairway to Heaven. It was fun watching you do it.

I visited Montreal and Québec in my youth. The first thing you notice is the beautiful French-Canadian women. This young lady is very representative. They tend to be more cultured, educated, and feminine than what you find in the States. I saw Zepplin live three times. It's an out of body experience when Jimmy and the boys crank it up to 11. I enjoy watching this young woman in her excitement, upon hearing the greatest rock band to ever roam the earth! She gets it.

Jimmy Page played the mandolin and the acoustic guitar on Battle of evermore on the studio version live Jimmy plays the acoustic and John Paul Jones would play the mandolin live