70s Rock Classic Was HATED by Critics & Divided Fans but SAVED the Iconic Singer | Professor Of Rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What is the Zeppelin song you CAN'T live without?

[@nelrock3641]

Over The Hills And Far Away for me. That or Fool In The Rain.

[@James_Loveless]

I may get hell for this ? The one Led Zeppelin song I could do without is Hats Off to (Roy) Harper

[@revsharkie]

@@James_Loveless Could or couldn't?

[@MyName-pl7zn]

I would say Since I been Loving You. Ten Years Gone and Going to California

[@revsharkie]

Depends on the day. Bron-Y-Aur Stomp, probably. (Bron yr Aur, btw, is Welsh for "the gold hill" or some such.) Probably one of the best songs ever written about a dog.

[@surg9029]

I lost my daughter when she was 9. There is no reasoning, no explanations, no safe place and no retreat. Everything is a reminder. Nothing can be said to ease the pain. The mind races and spins, sleep is tortuous, and panic is always around the corner. I can relate to Robert Plant staring into his hands quietly, second guessing everything, and retreating to grieve. Rest in peace Karac, my prayers are with you and your family.

[@beenaplumber8379]

You are a miracle for being alive to tell the story. Survival is enough for someone who has gone through that, but I hope you can channel your experience into something meaningful (if you haven't already). ♥

[@francoisewhite2541]

My mother's heart is breaking with you. So sorry for this profound loss to you and your family. I hate the pain

[@christopherchilders1049]

God bless you! I hope you find peace

[@shan-2233]

My condolences to you and your family. I willl remember you in prayer 🙏 I believe in the power of prayer 🙏

[@StaceyWatson-e2q]

I'm so very sorry 😢

[@ericjbowman1708]

I met Robert Plant in late 1989, glad I got to tell him my favorite Zeppelin album was "In Throught the Out Door" and he seemed appreciative to hear that. My roommate and I were setting up an auditorium on the CU-Boulder campus (along with other kids on event committee) for an Amway convention, in a beautiful old building I guess Plant wanted to see inside of. He sang us a song while we set up the PA, then took down our names for the guest list at his gig in Denver that night. None of us asked him for an autograph, or had a camera. He was asking us questions about living in Boulder and going to CU. Campus was abuzz for a few days -- folks were like oh wow, that guy riding around campus on a Vespa who looked like Robert Plant, really *was* Robert Plant, just by himself!

[@misskim2058]

That’s a cool moment, thanks for sharing it. It’s nice he was so approachable and friendly. Always good to hear. And what a great opportunity you had, especially to interact with him more as a person, (which I always prefer, rather than what superficial “star-struck” people do, “stars” are real people with real lives and interests beyond their public talents, and that’s the side I like to see, rich or poor, known publicly or “unknown”, I just like to hear people’s stories. One can always learn something from almost anyone), and that he showed interest in the local architecture and people, and made you all guests at his gig, and gave you all a little serenade performance, that would be sweet! …And I always say that Hot Dog is my favorite country song, haha…

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

One of Plant's least favored songs was "Stairway to Heaven". Plant and I share the same birthday. I seen him back in the mid-80s and Big Log was beyond words.

[@gkm3838]

@@HighSpeedNoDrag I wonder if he lost interest in STH because of the many times he had to sing it. It was my favorite, but since it was done to death Kashmir took over from it.

[@jetcat132]

@@gkm3838 It looks to me as if he doesn’t relate to the lyrics anymore. There are a lot of interviews where he seems at peace answering questions about STH, and he states that he was a a different guy in a different time, and the lyrics just don’t hold up.

[@garryklein6757]

This is by far my favorite episode, Professor of Rock. Our family is dealing with a very sick child and a lot of what you had to say really hit home for me. Thanks for doing what you do both as a music lover, but also as a thoughtful, caring person. Life is fragile.

[@michaelmele4888]

Prayers for you and your child.

[@billblack8071]

I wish and pray everything works out on the good side Garry and am adding your family and the sick child to my prayers. All my best to you all. 😎🤙

[@richarddixon7276]

I hope things have improved for You & Yours over the past month , and Your child is well on the mend & safe at home with a loving family with a great sound track in the back ground and expectations of better things yet to come .

[@enigmawyoming5201]

I sincerely hope, one month after you posted this, your life is brighter. Love to you and yours.

[@michaelhull63]

I lost a little brother to cancer in 78 and lost my mom in 22 so I pray for strength for you as you battle our nemesis in this life ...death

[@piscesman54]

Professor, you outdid yourself on this one. Beautifully recounted, with emotion, empathy, and the due respect that the media never had for Zeppelin, even in a predicament such as this. Your dad was right, you were born to do this. The passion you put into it rises to the occasion and does it justice. I remember listening to All of My Love back in the day and always ending up crying. I could feel Robert's pain so deeply. Little did I know (or maybe it was a premonition of sorts) that almost 40 years later I was to lose my own daughter. The lyrics of All of My Love are a poetic masterpiece born of the deepest anguish a parent can ever endure. As for the album in general, it was always a bit sad for me, as I felt it marked the end of an era. The wild 70's were coming to a close, and in that regard, I sensed that All of My Love was also premonitory of the end of the band itself, which indeed would happen a short time later. Though not my favorite Zeppelin album, it gave me a huge amount of respect for John Paul Jones, whom I always felt was very underrated, both as a member of the band and as a musician in general. I never understood how the die-hard rockers could turn their backs so coldly on the band they had grown up with. It seems to be a recurrent story. When our heroes somehow fail to meet our expectations, we turn on them and destroy them. It happens in art, in sports, in politics, in religion. When will we learn that at the end of the day, they are just frail men and women, much like the rest of us?

[@marciashiraishi5891]

I loved this, very well said especially the final words. I think like you

[@zenkim6709]

Proof that "toxic fandom" isn't just a buzzword nor a new thing at all -- there will always be people who feel so entitled that they presume they can dictate the life / career choices of artists they have (almost certainly) never met, let alone understand....

[@ALD56]

I had tickets to their 77 show in Pittsburgh when it got cancelled because of the death of Plant's son. Never got the chance to see them, though that wasn't really important in light of what happened. The greatest rock band of all time.

[@edwardcowardin4014]

I had tickets to Eric Clapton and didn't get to go. Was so disappointed. Few years later had tickets for AC/DC and didn't get to go. Another big disappointment. Love going to live shows!!!

[@cyncty666]

I’m so sorry. I was at that Oakland show.

[@baneverything5580]

My older brother had been playing In Through The Out Door in the weeks before his death in a car accident November 30, 1979 on his way back from a Kansas/Van Halen concert in Shreveport, Louisiana. So I got his 8 Track tape of the album and listened to it over and over and every night as I slept. I was listening when Bonham died. This album made me become obsessed with drums and I got my first set in March, 1982 and was in a band by Summer. I was finally hired as a singing drummer and played in working bands every weekend for many years and as a fill in when other drummers were out of commission.

[@billblack8071]

Sorry for your loss! It's great you remember what he loved. I never went out of state for a concert except to New Jersey but being from the Philly suburbs our Tri-State area of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all seemed the same to me.i never got to attend a Zeppelin concert but Van Halen was my group(Bonzo died before I started to go to concerts) am happy you have great memories of your Brother! 😎🤙

[@baneverything5580]

@@billblack8071 We hung out a lot that Fall before his death. We went dove hunting, squirrel hunting, and deer hunting (he got one but I didn`t) and were camping when he left for the concert. I had just started high school. He saw his death coming. He told me to stay out of my friend`s cars because he had a dream about a funeral and started crying and babbling about how he`d been lucky to survive a couple of accidents. It was strange, He died two weeks later.

[@billblack8071]

At least you spent some quality time with him right before. I hope those memories comfort you. As for him seeing it coming in a dream that's kinda eerie but he wanted to protect you most!

[@19reeves79]

So sorry for your loss. I was born in 79 and and born the 1st of November. After attending my cousin's celebration of life from a tragic death from an overdose related to fentanyl. At his service his brother got up and one thing that stuck with me was all we have are our memories. My family on my mother's side has had a lot of tragedy due to drugs and addiction period. But like my cousin said at his brothers service all we have is memories and reflection on the good memories will help us get through or cope. Again I am sorry about your loss and I think it is awe inspiring to hear your story.

[@baneverything5580]

@@19reeves79 My brother was one of the original founding members of Kings Messengers, a Christian band. I think he would have been a great drummer. He was always tapping along to the drums. He sang bass and my voice is stuck between not a lot of bass or highs. I can sing Rush but most Loverboy songs are too high and the low vocals in a lot of Country are too low. I had hell trying to copy the extreme high range singers in the 1980s, I tell ya, and almost gave up. But I found I can do Southern Rock, most Country, and Classic Rock and things like the Black Crowes. I had to play drums AND sing Tom Sawyer and Flirtin` With Disaster by Molly Hatchet in our band live on stage. And I somehow did a great job on them at gigs but not so well at practice when we tried them. But the band leader knew that I was better in front of an audience and would make me OPEN the show with the most difficult ones that I claimed were "impossible" and then I`d nail them. Nobody was more surprised by this than me. It really improved my abilities and confidence being in a working band. I started trying acoustic guitar after I quit gigging in 1999 and perform solo now. I did a Stevie Ray Vaughan song with my new Dean acoustic and videoed it.

[@scottpavek236]

This episode was well written, insightful, poignant….well done professor!

[@dwightdawson3578]

Definitely your best so far, brave Professor!! Tough guy that I am, your passion for telling the story brought to tears, not once but twice as I lived vicariously through the pain that the best vocalist since Elvis must have been feeling. My mother born in Iceland, my father In England how could I not have become a fan of The Feather? I was told his pain was so great that upon completion of the first take he told Bonzo Page and JPJ that he would NOT do a second take. He was told there was no reason for a second. Bravo Robert Plant!

[@nicolasrage666]

This is such a beautiful song but it's hard to listen to sometimes because of the story behind it. I became a first time father last year at the age of 41. Many rock songs took new meaning to me ever since my son was born. There have been times I could not finish the song without crying toward the end. You really could feel Robert's pain as he sang.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I was a first time father at 33. No words can describe that moment, when you hold your child for the very first time. Everything changes in that second.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

My dad became a first time father at 35 when he had me. It really changed his life.

[@nicolasrage666]

Absolutely, the first time holding your child is truly when life changes. Thank the Heavens that my Dad had great taste in music. All the classic rock Gods like Zeppelin, Cream, CCR, KISS.... my love for them came from my Dad. I'm going to enjoy passing down my passion for great music to my son the way you share your passion with us. Mad respect for you dude. 🤘🏼🎶🤘🏼

[@drumdad54sdl47]

One of the best songs of this type is called "A Song For Sleeping" by Stone Temple Pilots.. Check it out. Scott wrote that for his son when he was born.

[@1972mrkleen]

I didn't pick up on it till I heard the back story to the song but yes you can hear his pain

[@alamoguy3421]

Excellent episode. I am 65. Lost my mom December 20th. Raised by a widow from 4th grade. She was a great lady. Yes, still guilt and regrets for this and that even tho I was there when she passed and we were good. Mom's Rule! Mr. Plant's story helps me. Wishing everyone that experiences loss, some peace and fond memories. You did a great job on this. Peace and fond memories to you as well with your loss of Dad.

[@Maxid1]

I grew up listening to all of Zepplin. What I didn't recall was that Plant had a son that died. I enteted into in the service in '77 so I was fully distracted from the events of the world. My son was born in '81 and I can't even imagine losing him when he was 6 years old.

[@commentfreely5443]

Top of my list top play on New Years. All of my love.

[@seanswinton6242]

I discovered that watching a documentary of Led Zeppelin a few years ago. My older brother entered that year as well. Thanks for your service Sir!

[@michaelmele4888]

Thank you for your service.

[@stephenlennartz3466]

Professor-- this may just be your magnum opus to date. Beautifully written and presented, sir. Watching this on Memorial Day weekend in the U.S. ... it has taken me to thoughts of my own father-- a veteran who served in the Pacific theater during Worl War II. We lost dad about 20 years ago. By coincidence, I was blessed to see Zeppelin perform live in St. Louis during their '77 tour. These were my musical heroes at the time. I was 17 & sitting (standing) in the 20th row that night. Thank you for bringing back so many wonderful memories. Another of your stories... well told.

[@fsinjin60]

Except Glah-ster-Sher forGloucestershire

[@tawpgk]

I am the same age, I saw them on the same tour, only in NYC. Somehow I scored floor seats. Best concert I ever saw.

[@johngfishing8814]

This is another fantastic song from the great Led Zeppelin! Such a sad story, and it's tragic that Robert and his wife lost their son. My heart goes out to them. It's a parent's nightmare.

[@funnyguise]

an old just passed away this week. this song reminds me of him and sense of humour. We were sitting around another friend's kitchen table as teens in the late 80s. While this song played, he quietly wrote on a piece of paper and slid it over to me. It had Pop-Eye on it singing "Olive, my love"

[@iamanisland]

I loved “In through the Outdoor” It was different from their past efforts but a great album all the same.

[@Nikki-l5p9y]

Same. I love it.

[@michaelrochester48]

Finally a mention of ABBA in one of your videos! By the way, when the members of the band especially Benny and Bjorn hung out with Page and Plant, Led Zeppelin remarked that Bjorn and Benny were wilder than Zeppelin ever was when it came to women

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I want to hear more of Adam’s take on ABBA! My school had an ABBA tribute concert just a couple of weeks ago!

[@JoeVideoed]

How could that be? Their wives were w/ them all the time & they were 2 of the most beautiful women ever.

[@michaelrochester48]

@@JoeVideoed I think Bjorn was in the midst of a divorce with Agnetha and Benny and Freda’s marriage was on the rocks

[@MrAranton]

@@JoeVideoed Back in the 1970s people didn't know of AIDS; but there was effective birth control around. Which means: people felt as though there were no risks and no negative consequences to having sex, which made the 1970s THE most sexually liberated epoch in recorded history, and Sweden was considered particularly liberated at the time, and the sexual mores practiced there would have been shocking to people from most other countries. I think at the time feminist ideology was that marriage and male jelousy were imprisoning women and their sexuality, which is why they sought to overcome those relics a patriarchal past that used these concepts to establish ownership of women. And since what is good for the goose is also good for the gander, they couldn't well expect men to stick to the old standards while women abandon them and married men unabashedly sleeping around became par for the course.

[@misskim2058]

@@JoeVideoed That doesn’t stop men from being stupid.

[@sthubbins4038]

The point in the instrumental break where the violins drift in is pure beauty. It always washes over me, the interweaving mix of lilting acoustic guitar, strings, keyboard and a drum sound that is heavy in a very different way, almost as a sound of resoluteness, a foundation that never changes, a rock beneath the river. It transports me, every single time.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Gives me goosebumps. Love that instrumental.

[@chobers5659]

All of My Love was our wedding song in March of '89. Avalon by Roxy Music was our closing night song at wedding reception. Thanks for an excellent video about a deeply meaningful song and the longing of our loved ones after they pass. That Mike & the Mechanics song was special to me after losing my Mom last year. ❤️

[@TheGiantRobot]

Great choices!

[@denisefarmer366]

I lost my husband of 42 years a few months ago. The words you spoke about your grief after your dad's passing were what I needed to hear today. I feel totally alone without mt right arm and heart, guilty, just beating myself up. You helped me a lot today, hearing that these feelings and more are common after losing a loved one.

[@edwardkeating5285]

I hope you are doing better as time passes. It never really goes away, you just learn to live with it. I hope and pray that you have. I wish you peace and strength in the name of Jesus

[@OutOnTheTiles]

“I’m Gonna Crawl” has got to be one of Robert’s best vocal performance’s and Jimmy’s solo has so much feel. It all comes to a close with this beautiful song. Absolutely love “In Through The Outdoor”. Such a great album. Could be my favourite by them. Masterpiece. Great episode!! Thank you.✌️❤️🇨🇦

[@juliemanarin4127]

The end of Zeppelin was like a death to me 😢. I CRIED when Bonzo died! My favorite band all my life was gone!

[@RC32Smiths01]

Music has always been one of the greatest and universal ways to heal from anything. It is such a universal language to begin with. Thank you for the story to tell about this classic.

[@internettroll7604]

New father? All I can say is take the message from Cat’s in the Cradle to heart. They grow up fast

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Without music, life would B flat.

[@sarahdaw6648]

This song and I'm gonna Crawl are my favorites from this album. I remember watching Song Remains the Same film and gutted to find out afterwards that the precious little mini Robert, Karac, in the beginning of the film had passed away. I can't imagine losing a child and what Robert, Maureen and Carmen went through. This album gave us fans a moment of hope that they were back. But sadly, it wasn't to be. From 1975 to 1980, Robert and his family went through SO much. The terrible car accident in Greece that almost killed Maureen and crippled Robert, Karac's death and then losing his best friend, Bonham in 1980. I'm thankful that Robert chose to continue making music to this day.

[@ronbo11]

You've said everything I was thinking. After so many terrible events, that Robert continued to press ahead and create so much more outstanding music is really inspirational and worthy of admiration. I regret never seeing Led Zeppelin in person, but I have been blessed to see Robert a few times and have loved all of the performances I got to experience.

[@draben66]

one my top 5 led zeppelin songs for sure

[@drumdad54sdl47]

Robert has most definitely been the most prolific of the remaining members of zep.. I don't know why Jimmy is content to remaster the Zep catalog every so many years and has done so little in the way of new music.

[@sarahdaw6648]

@@drumdad54sdl47 I think of all of them Page had his heart and soul in Zeppelin. It was the hardest on him when Plant closed the door on a full on reunion. The closest was the Page and Plant Unledded albums and tours and of course the glorious Celebration concert at the O2. (We will grateful forget the disaster of Live Aid) But Zeppelin was always his baby and if you're parent you know how hard it is to watch your children leave the nest. I did see him with the Firm, which was great. And perform with the Black Crows, which was fun but not so great, plus the Crows were imploding at the time, I believe. He has done Soundtracks. But nothing as a concrete career as Plant or Jones went on to do.

[@charleskahl1586]

Funny…Zeppelin’s “worst album” is still leaps and bounds above 99.99% of all other music. I would be absolutely blessed to have such an accomplishment in my repertoire. Nice job Professor, you really capture the art of the moment.

[@tina-marieulery]

All of My Love was one of our prom theme songs in the 80’s. I had no idea it was about his son. Makes me think of the same tragedy Eric Clapton also endured and wrote Tears in Heaven. And like you, Professor, losing my dad and finding a song’s lyrics that resonates within us and brings to mind their impact on our lives. I love the song Leader of the Band by Dan Fogelberg. I cry every time I hear it.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

The story of Conor Clapton is very tragic!

[@tina-marieulery]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I can’t even imagine.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@tina-marieulery Me neither. Luckily our family hasn’t had the same experience.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Wow. I have to admit that this was my first time hearing this song and the story behind it is really gut wrenching. I think Led Zeppelin are one of the best things ever to come out of the 20th century. I often turn to music in order to heal tragedies and forget about my often tumultuous life in school, so I agree with Nitzsche.

[@adamclark9004]

You say led zeppelin is the best thing to come out of the 20th century but this is the first time you've heard this song? It was a popular song

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@adamclark9004 I have heard a lot of their late 60s and early 70s stuff but cannot say I’ve listened to much of their late 70s stuff. Guess I have to do some deep digging this afternoon.

[@wmg1958]

@@adamclark9004 you could linger for years on the first 4 Zep albums so this is understandable. A lot of music has come out since then, so less known works would take time to get to, is my thought.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@wmg1958 You’re right, Bill.

[@netrioter]

I must say..my favorite on In Through the Out Door..i was 6 when it dropped in 79 is Carouselambra. First track on side 2. The beginning..It sounded like some epic song that happy vikings would listen to as they conquer new lands. Bonzo's fills...legendary. It sounded like a rebirth of the band

[@lauriesolonka2477]

Carouselambra is Great classic song 😊✌️

[@James_Loveless]

My Favorite song on the Album

[@MrTimothypjr]

It’s still my favorite Zep song-and that says a lot given how much I love this band.

[@emes1845]

WELL DONE! Thank you Professor for a deep dive into one of Zeppelins lesser known/acclaimed records. Only in hindsight can the beauty and thoughtfulness of the lyrics, especially All of My Love, be appreciated. A wonderful way to start a beautiful Saturday morning, with your opus of words taking me back to the fond innocence of my youth.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I love Led Zeppelin. I have discovered a lot of their hidden gems in part because of Professor of Rock!

[@friguy4444]

As a young man I spent many years touring playing clubs around North America. We put together a medley of Zeppelin songs to appease and enjoy. The medley ended with "All of My Love" but instead of only playing part of the song we found that it had such a deep touch on both us as the band as well as the people listening and dancing that we played the whole song. I still love that song and unlike so many other songs that we had played so very many times over and over I never got tired of playing or singing it.

[@billblack8071]

The critics are nuts I loved this album! "All of My Love" was a great tribute but my favourite track from this album is "Fool in the Rain". And unfortunately I was living and playing both songs because my baby baby Lilly my dog of 12 years(would have been on 6/6/22) in the pouring rain had to be taken to the vets office. There I had to make the awful decision to end her pain and suffering on 5/23 two weeks before her 12th Birthday. It rained for two days before that and just finally stopped yesterday. My heart is heavy and I miss her soo much! Be at Peace Lilly and I'll see you on the other side! ❤🐕❤😭💔

[@afreightdogslife]

I am an animal lover, I feel your pain my friend. I am so sorry to hear that.

[@picmajik]

This is one of my favorite LedZep albums also

[@billblack8071]

I'm an American so I pronounce things however I please!

[@frankferriolo9212]

I personally dont recall the critics or anybody else saying anything bad about this album. I'm old enough to remember. Professor of Rock is not.

[@billblack8071]

Same here Frank F. It wasn't the first time Zeppelin switched it up. When you have musicians of their skill they can do it and easily make it work!!!

[@MicahBell_1860]

I knew it was an ode to his son, but you gave me a greater depth of understanding. Thank you

[@STSGuitar16]

Many people, like myself, often envy the position of some of these huge rock stars and wish we could've lived their lives. The funny thing is, it seems like guys who lived such high lives like a Robert Plant or Eric Clapton that we celebrate and idolize, also lived lives of unimaginable grief. Whether that comes in the form of becoming a slave to drugs, losing a child or dear loved one in horrific ways, or just downright being depressed and over-worked, it seems many of our music heroes have lived through some sort of personal hell at one point or another. With great highs come great lows, I suppose.

[@rtwice93555]

Perhaps another example of this is Brad Delp from the band Boston. Though, I wasn’t exactly a fan of Boston, they were commercially successful for their time. Yet, Delp complained that he had millions of fans but no friends. He was a lonely guy while his personal life was in shambles. Its easy to forget that celebrities are people with feelings just like you and me. They laugh, cry, enjoy, suffer, and go to bed at night with all of it on their minds. Many years ago while growing up in Mojave, a movie was being filmed out at the local airport. A stranger struck up a conversation with me about where to buy a gallon of milk for his ulcer. We ended up talking about the oppressive heat on the desert and life in a small town. After he split to go buy his milk, someone asked me what me and Elliot Gould were talking about. I didn’t recognize that it was Gould that I had been talking to. He was just an ordinary man shooting the s*** with me.

[@michaelparker3709]

Totally agree! It never ceases to amaze me how incredibly self absorbed fans can be, case in point being The Black Crowes (The Brothers Robinson), who have reunited with some new members for an anniversary tour. The cost was The Magpie Salute and The CRB, which has led fans to hurl accusations of 'sell out', 'for the money', etc. The Magpie Salute was a superb project which Rich Robinson funded (I assume) and steered for a few years. I feel blessed to have had the honour of attending each of their UK tours. 🇬🇧 Their demise, swift and pretty conclusive, was a great loss but it seems that the average fan is oblivious. This is family, siblings, brothers of a feather. 🪶 Rich ditched a supergroup, filled with the Black Crowes finest musicians. He funded a 12 piece band for an international tour, recorded three albums, two of which were original material, and gave up a contract with Provogue and The Mascot Label, to reunite with his estranged brother. Chris, of course, is used to burning his bridges but, the point here is, they are just people. Incredibly talented human beings but just people after all, with all the faults, weaknesses and irrational behaviour that goes with that. Being a Rock God doesn't come with a codicil giving your every breath to those that choose to follow you. Buying a copy of your favourite bands album, or a ticket to their show, is an honour for you. You get to play a copy of something THEY put their heart and soul into. They may appreciate your support but they don't owe you a thing. Their life, just like yours, ebbs and flows and can change at the drop of a hat. Rock God is just their job folks, and when real life or family gets in the way, don't be surprised when they make a sharp exit. 😬

[@michaelsteding7720]

Do you think most people haven't experienced great highs and lows. Everyone alive has experienced great triumphs and losses. Theirs are just made headline new while ours aren't.

[@STSGuitar16]

@@michaelsteding7720 Of course not. I'm just saying that we tend to put these guys up on a pedestal as if they're greater than human and have lived cushy lives of nothing but luxury, but often forget that they're also just humans who suffer just as much, sometimes more, than anyone else for one thing or another.

[@anniakay3522]

Well said

[@platinumare]

Trying to not bawl my eyes out. Prof of Rock, this is an exquisite story you have shared with us. I had no idea the story behind this song. Listening to 'All of My Love' as a heartbroken teen after being dumped by the love of my life, I assumed/thought this song was about broken up lovers. What sorrow Robert and his family must've endured. Now when I hear it, you can hear the tragedy in his voice, from the deepest of his heart. Thank you again for such a beautiful homage to this song and the beautiful rock band behind it.

[@tkdgalsamm]

I saw Zeppelin at the LA Forum in 1977. They were brilliant. I remember how heart broken I was to hear about his son. It’s unimaginable the pain he had to feel. Plants voice even today with Allison Kraus is AMAZING.

[@arnesaknussemm2427]

To say this was a difficult time for the band would be an understatement but you tell what occurred with sensitivity and respect. Well done.

[@revsharkie]

This album is one of my favorites. I'm one of those oddballs: this, Led Zeppelin III and Physical Graffiti are at the top for me. I think In Through the Out Door presages the mood of Plant's first two solo albums.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

I agree! When Page and Bonham checked out with addictions, Plant and Jones pick up the ball and made this fantastic album

[@StrangeDevice]

💯💯💯

[@edby263]

Led Zeppelin III has grown on me a lot over the years.

[@phranerphamily]

I took really like this album and Hot Dog is one that makes me laugh every time it plays

[@corkycobon1481]

@@phranerphamily I do too. It is such a silly little ditty. You can't help but giggle a little.

[@TheTickingClocks]

Saw Page/Plant in Austin, Texas in 1995. I consider myself very, very lucky to have experienced at least that unique version of Zeppelin. One of the best concerts I've ever attended. This was a wonderful episode. Can't imagine the heartache Robert Plant suffered from... Well, like the name of our band reminds us... we're all just here for a little while. Best to make the most of it! - Manny

[@maxshea1829]

Beautiful episode, Professor. I'm very touched. I never knew "All My Love" was for Plant's departed son. No wonder it aches so much,

[@michaelfinley6552]

I appreciate your knowledge and down-to-earth personality. If you're ever in the Los Angeles area, I'd love to buy you a drink. Cheers, brother.

[@VenusRadha]

This is one of my favorite albums. Would love to see a deep dive on Carouselaramba!

[@MrTimothypjr]

My favorite Zepplin song.

[@julianamartinez5149]

This was a very emotional episode. Loved it. I was in high school when All My Love came out and it was my favorite song at the time. I guess I didn't realize it was about Plant's son and to learn all this really hits me in the feels. I haven't lost a child, but I have lost my only sibling, my sister, who also loved Led, my parents, which my mom just passed Christmas eve of 22, and TWO husbands. The last one was my true soulmate and I just lost him Oct 1, 2023. My heart hurts and my soul is weary. But this knowledge of the song gives me a new outlook and I'll go listen to it a bunch of times, now. Thank you so much.

[@zulu0716]

This was a fantastic episode for me. As a devoted and undying Zeppelin fan this episode filled in a lot of the gaps of what I knew about the band and that album. My eternal respect for paying homage to this album and bringing tears to my eyes feeling Robert’s pain.

[@marciashiraishi5891]

My dad has been a Zeppelin fan since he was a teenager until today so it's only natural that I love them very much too. I grew up listening to their songs and I listen to All My Love often. This song breaks my heart, so much pain and sadness in Plant's voice! Here on KZbin I found an isolated drum track of this song, I think it's perfect, there are Bonzo's grunts and moans. So sad to think that a few years after losing his son Plant would lose his best friend 😔 thank you Professor

[@paulsnell1274]

Adam, your reviews are always so thought provoking, shedding new light on iconic music. Always a pleasure to learn the stories behind our favorite music. Outstanding work.

[@gerradfoster8777]

Took a few times to watch after the clip with his son. Thank you for reminding us that reality spares no one. It may help fans to have more empathy when a shows get canceled or when bands break up.

[@wmg1958]

Bonham's support during the tragedy feels true, the bonds made in a RocknRoll band can go deeper than the music especially in the hardscrabble beginning stages. "In Through the Out Door" is actually one of my favorite Zep albums, but it took time. If you haven't listened to it in a while, put it on. Great music.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Exactly.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

You nailed it, Bill!

[@danatowne5498]

This is a GREAT channel! Growing up in the 60's and 70's, music lyrics were (still are, in ways) my poetry, philosophy, literature, vocabulary (thank you Ian Anderson), and all around emotional window into other perspectives - thereby growing my emathy to a higher degree. I passed this on to my kids who continue to share new things with me. That is what I feel this channel does - thank you! It is very much needed.

[@christopheroliveriii3985]

I feel that it is equally important for the artist to produce music for their own soul as well as for ours too. Since Robert Plant produced some ass kicking music in the 80's, thank God he didn't throw in the towel.

[@stoneysdead689]

As much of a Zepplin fan as I am and always have been- I didn't even know Robert lost a son. I came very close to seeing them in '77 but- if I had of, I wouldn't remember it- I was only 5. But apparently my mother chased my oldest brother down to retrieve me and I assume also to get pretty upset with him- he was supposed to be babysitting me. I don't remember any of it tbh but apparently neither of us went once she got ahold of us. Later he took me to a Floyd concert- 2 of them, she never knew. He also took me to see Rhandy Rhodes and Ozzy right before Rhandy got killed- and that's where I fell in love with guitar. I miss my brother man- he has mental health issues- totally different person now- but he still has all of my love. Thanks man- you guys rock!

[@videorage]

I'm from England & that's the best pronunciation of Gloucestershire I've ever heard 🤣🤣 Believe it or not, it's pronounced Glos - ter - shire. Awesome video though, keep up the good work buddy.

[@paulqueripel3493]

I'd put it as glost -a-sha. Americans normally put too much emphasis on the shire.

[@mumblesbadly7708]

All My Love is an epic song, and I love hearing it as the penultimate song on my 5-dozen-plus Led Zeppelin playlist.

[@Ajaxxgopw]

Professor is the most passionate, empathetic appreciator of 70s and 80s pop and rock music. You do good work, buddy!

[@lfd_eng9219]

Prof you are an amazing human. I know I am a year late to seeing this video, but it still will bring some peace and maybe a little bit of understanding, to those that have lost a loved one. While I have not had to endure the loss of a child...we have had scares (medical, nature, train crash). Lost my mom when I was just 22...and have lost both my dad and father-in-law (second father to be honest) within the past 13 years. You always wish you have more time to spend in the past with those you love. So now I just pay it forward to honor those that have slipped away...and tell stories to those that didn't get a chance to know them. Thank you again for keeping it real.

[@EvilPain666]

I honestly have no personal connection with this song but this episode is done so emotionally and in depth ...... Thank you so much Professor ... Such sad background events and a great storytelling well done ...... Always sending you best wishes ... cheers from Korea ...... |m|_ //-_- _|m/ ...... ...... ......

[@rodneygriffin7666]

Tell your loved ones that you love them. You may never get the chance to do so again.

[@brendangilmore4297]

'All My Love' has always been my favourite Lep Zep track. Also - Dude - between yourself & Rick Beato you're saving Rock Music :)

[@internettroll7604]

I remember reading “Hammer of the Gods” back in the 80’s. So much insight into Zeppelin and their tragedies in that book. Your videos do a nice job coming up with similar insights into bands. Keep up the good work.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching.

[@donaldnida1519]

Great breakdown. Thanks for the insight.

[@dukecraig2402]

I read it back then also, but supposedly a good bit of it's supposed to be malarkey that was made up just for the sake of sensationalism and sales. I can't remember the name of the book that came out after that that's supposed to be much more accurate.

[@vcv6560]

@@dukecraig2402 I'm guessing you're thinking of When Giants Walked the Earth. BTW Hammer of the Gods was always stated as unauthorized, and I'll bet its out of print. I believed it all, but I was also in my early 20s.

[@dukecraig2402]

@@vcv6560 Yea, me to, I was in my mid 20's or so when I read it, I'd like to read When Giants Walked the Earth if it is indeed the book I remember everyone saying was much more factual. I've got some good stories from interviews with that girl Lori Maddox or whatever her name was that was something like 15 years old when she got hooked up with Paige, could you imagine the shitstorm that would come down nowadays if a rock star did was essentially kidnap a 15 year old girl and take her out of the country? Funny thing is back when that happened that girls parents gave her permission to do what she was doing with Paige, the 70's sure was a wild time.

[@babylemonade2868]

In through the outdoor is so underrated. Carouselambra is brilliant,Southbound Suarez,in the evening. Love it

[@5150-for-music]

I Like the "In Through the Out Door" album. "Carouselambra" has always been a favorite track. "In the Evening", "Fool in the Rain", "I'm Gonna Crawl" are all great. Thanks for the great video Professor.

[@David-sm4ze]

Your right about All my Love, Professor. My mom passed away on my Birthday, we do feel that guilt. RIP mom!!!

[@jennyjenny4501]

Thank you for this episode, Professor. Praying for the families in Uvalde. ☮️

[@barbarabavier675]

All My Love came out in my senior year of high school. Brings back STRONG memories of that time in my life and the people who made it special.

[@RFXLR]

Oh man, what a great song. You can tell he and JPJ worked well to put all that emotion on vinyl. The synth is just that special piece that pulls it together.

[@medfordmystic1961]

Well done,sir…well done. The genuine love, respect and kindness that poured from your telling of this tale was immaculate. Thank you.

[@davidandrews720]

Thank you for sharing this story. I never knew this about his son . I always loved that song but now I have a much deeper appreciation for it . So sad. I bought that album new when it came out.The critics were idiots as we know.

[@TheErik249]

Bought this album the day it was stocked on the shelf at Peaches records & tapes in Lynnwood, Wa. Loved every song. It was Led Zeppelin. No questions asked. Carouselmbra was immediately my favorite song. Great guitar work by Jimmy Page on this track. I immediatelly went to work on figuring out how to play the song. I learned a couple of new chords in the process, and implemented those chords and the style of playing into my own music. Synthesizers became dominant in popular music after this. JPJ influenced the music scene. Zeppelin had dominated the 70's. Like a meteor across the sky... They faded over the horizon when Bonzo died. What goes up, must come down. The legend will live forever. Adam, you are a class act dude. Another great video. Thank you!!!

[@broncofan023]

I was late getting into Zeppelin and so this was the first album of theirs that I purchased. I loved it!! I listened to it over and over again. And while it may not rock like their earlier albums it’s a great addition to the the Zeppelin collection and it’s diversity only serves to increase and improve their standing in my eyes.

[@Willie_Nixon]

You made me totally break down with this one. I lost my son in 2018. And I know I'll never be the same.

[@cherryvalley5000]

Hearing you speak of All of My Love and I Believe made tears fall from my eyes. I share a kinship with Robert in that we lost our sons. He has expressed the neverending ache in beautiful song, something I cannot do. Thank you.

[@minxbade]

This was a powerful story. I really hope that Robert found peace.

[@tag1462]

This one made me cry. My Dad recently passed away (2/22/22) and as you explained this this song it brought everything back up to the surface. You see, my Dad also lost a son. My brother was just shy of turning five when he was hit and killed by a car. I grew up watching my family just disintegrate and my Dad fall into a downward spiral. So now I can fully understand and appreciate the song in a different than when I was a teen. So thank you Prof - and thank you Mr. Plant - for providing some means of closure. It helped.

[@dextert8188]

A very good post from your heart....so sorry for your loss and your family...my Dad sounds similar to yours...a sincere man with a heart...

[@stephendverner]

Such a great tribute to a great band. Such a classy handling of such a sensitive story.

[@kerrycanfield332]

Adam, I really like when you color outside the lines and wax philosophical. It undoubtedly surprises some of the folks who tend to not go that deep, but it’s worth it to the world.

[@ursafan40]

I remember being in the PX record section in Stuttgart when someone pulled out "In Through The Out Door" , surprised Zeppelin had a new album out. She remarked to her friend, and then asked me if I'd heard it. I said "Yes. It's really different. Like REALLY different. Not like Zeppelin at all, but I love it" Don't know if they agreed later, but they bought it on my recommendation I still love it

[@cyncty666]

Amazing show again, Adam! I was at that Oakland Show! Day on the Green. So tragic what happened right after that show.

[@smith9808]

When I look at pictures of Page and Plant in early 70’s - the first thing that comes to mind is - Rock gods. They fitted that image better than anyone and sounded better than anyone also. They really did have it all in the early 70’s

[@minda.fraser]

Learning about all these songs with you makes my heart want to burst. Great job Adam. I feel this to my bones.

[@brimstonebrimstone8617]

I think In The Evening is one of the greatest songs Zeppelin ever made, it's just an awesome song!

[@1972mrkleen]

In the Evening Rocks & I don't give a Damn about anyone who thinks otherwise

[@MJEvermore853]

Totally agree. That song was Zeppelin in its true form. A masterpiece for sure.

[@sasazivanovic777]

In the Evening is a Powerful, motivating Song. Pure Rock!

[@IgnorancEnArrogance]

It's a great opener but goes on way to long IMO. It's the same riff over and over with no real variation and Plant's vocals are muddied and buried in the mix. It should have been a 3 minute song that segues into another epic song or acoustic song.

[@1972mrkleen]

@@IgnorancEnArrogance then listen for 3 minutes & change the track, problem solved, glad to be of service 👍

[@kodiakbearson8815]

In Through The Out Door was somehow a reflection of the bands maturity and deeper understanding of their own spirituality. The music was more ethereal and had the tendency to draw the listener into the actual message in the lyrics. Ironically, the band soon experienced changes that ended the era of the most enigmatic band in music history. A sad demise to a legendary and whirlwind journey. Excellent introspect and commentary to the most legendary Rock band this world will ever experience professor. As usual, you hit the nail squarely on the head. Thank you from all of us, your students and fans Adam. Your passion and knowledge shines head and shoulders above the rest. Three Chords and The Truth. Better words were never spoken.

[@kodiakbearson8815]

Oh by the way, my favorite song is No Quarter. That is the one I can't live without.

[@schof1212]

"Fool in the Rain" is still one of my favorite Zeppelin tracks. Pretty much everyone I know loves this one. So fun to play on the drums. And "All My Love" is one of the tracks I learned to play the drums on. That said, In Through the Out Door is the album I'm least likely to listen to all the way through. I just never connected with the other tracks on this album.

[@Jakeoni]

All of my Love has a much deeper meaning that I now know thanks to you professor. Cheers.

[@macmegmatt5]

I graduated high school in 1991 from a small town in Northeast Ohio. "All of My Love" was our theme song for Senior Prom. It was the only song that we could agree upon. The Morrisey/The Cure, Metallica/Megadeth, Violent Femmes/Depeche Mode, and current Top 40 fans all got behind this choice. Led Zepplin was having a bit of a rebirth with my classmates.

[@ronbo11]

That such diverse opinions could coalesce to picking "All My Love" is truly amazing!

[@littlewing6231]

I’m from Brookfield Ohio close to Youngstown. Where are you from? Just curious. Great post.

[@staceyn2541]

Oh man, I graduated in 91 and all I remember from after prom was they played Can't Touch This and Ice Ice Baby at least four times each. Interspersed with More Than Words. I wish I was exaggerating, but I counted. Minimum of four times.. I skipped prom itself. Very cool choice though! Southern Indiana, myself. :)

[@robertkirchner8857]

Professor of Rock you did a beautiful summary on the final years of Led Zeppelin. Your analysis is a beautiful song within itself.

[@bonesjackson81]

Always thought his song 'Little By Little' from Shaken N Stirred was his coming out of all of turmoil life had thrown upon him. Which is a tremendous song to heal to.

[@RFXLR]

That is one of my favorites. I always thought the delivery of the last “I call your name” when his voice breaks is so emotional.

[@chadcobb2285]

Great song

[@mdduckman]

I swear sometimes I feel like you’re reading my mind!! I was JUST listening to In Through The Out Door the other day and reading up on the making of that album and specifically the details behind this song, which as a 9 year old I remembered being released as a single from the album. While Houses of the Holy is my personal favorite album of theirs, I feel like In Through The Out Door always will hold a special place to me because it’s the only Zeppelin album I remember being released (my older sister had all the albums but I remember specifically hearing ads for this album). Thanks again Professor for another well done video!

[@MyName-pl7zn]

Naysayers be damned! This is a fantastic album! Great story about the lead up and making of this album I remember my buddy bought this album and it was wrapped in a brown paper bag jacket we immediately went to listen to it, he didn't like it, I loved it. So i traded an Animal House movie soundtrack album for it. I have listened to In Through the Out Door a hundred time since and found new things each time. I may not have the blazing guitar riffs of Page but John Paul's organ more than make up for it. In the Evening, Fool in the Rain and All of my Love are stellar! I always listen to this album without skipping a track. Do any Zep song or album I all in professor, THE band of the 70s imo

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I think Adam needs to do an in depth look at the full album In Through the Out Door!

[@MyName-pl7zn]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I agree it is a beautiful album, I love every track!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@MyName-pl7zn I had never heard this while album until today, and I get all the hype!

[@dougcarson5202]

This is a particularly touching episode. You really plucked a lot of heartstrings with this one, Professor. Love your channel.

[@dopeymark]

I remember when the record came out. I didn't buy it, but I liked it. I liked the softer more melodic Led Zeppelin. Honestly it received so much airplay on FM radio that you didn't need to buy it.

[@ericbgordon1575]

I think the only Zeppelin album that didn't get heavy rotation on FM radio after the group disbanded was *Presence.* I just listened to all eight of the records that were issued before the loss of Bonzo, and *Presence* is the only one whose material I wasn't familiar with.

[@BoltRM]

Initially, I was disappointed in Presence, but after hearing it a number of times, it eventually became my 2nd fav of theirs, after Physical Graffiti. Friends & I had tickets to that show in New Orleans at the Superdome. 😥 What can you say?

[@colorin81colorado]

Ultimately, music can touch our hearts in ways other things can not do.

[@dpjfilmmaker]

Fool in the Rain is Top 5 Zep. So good. 👍🏾Jonesy shines on it. Bonham teaches a master class on drums on it. All of My Love is heartbreaking. Don’t know how people hated on this album. 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@petergunn3614]

Totally agree. Fool in the Rain was such a departure from their earlier material, it just shows their musical range.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

Agree

[@jimmyb4728]

LED ZEPPELIN was the soundtrack of my youth and still today at almost 60. I remember the day In Through the Out Door came out and going to the local record shop in Cliffside Park NJ to get it. I thought it was an excellent album, like you said they were evolving with the times. Jonesy and Bonzo were awesome and Robert's vocals were haunting in a way that is easily understood. Jimmy was overwhelmed by his disease which you eloquently eluded to. You spoke about this chapter in the history of ZEPPELIN with reverence and sorrow and gave the band and this tragedy the respect they deserve. I really enjoy listening to you and how you make me feel like it's the first time hearing about something I've known about for almost 50 years. I wanna say thank for what you do, you n yours be safe. Peace.☀️🌈😎✌️

[@stephenbrown4211]

My second favourite Led Zeppelin album after Physical Graffiti. In fact I bought them both at the same time. All My Love is such an amazing track and was the nearest they got to releasing a single in the UK. But Carouselambra South Bound Suarez and Fool In The Rain are also great tracks

[@tina-marieulery]

Fool in the rain is my favorite!

[@D-Fens_1632]

Check out Randy Jackson's solo acoustic take on Carouselambra, there's a fantastic live version on here.

[@MJEvermore853]

@@D-Fens_1632...thanks for the tip, I'll have to check that out. I remember hearing Zebra and their song, 'Who's Behind The Door' for the first time on our local rock station. I instantly fell in love with it. It reminded me of all the various facets of LZ, without sounding like a bunch of dreadful, soul-less copycats like so many other bands that were to follow. Great band.

[@davidtaylor6663]

wow one of your best and most heartfelt Professor of Rock. much love

[@brimstonebrimstone8617]

All of My Love is a great song, a very deep tribute by Plant to his son Kirac. When you listen to it you can feel the love he has for his son and the deep loss and pain he's experiencing. When I became a parent myself I found it hard to listen to.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It’s super tragic to lose a child at that young age. I cannot imagine the pain Plant felt when he lost Karac Pendragon. His voice on that song is just heartfelt.

[@stacylines3399]

A song that takes you on a journey, I’ve spent a lot of time listening to this since loosing my own son 3 years ago. Certainly been a key piece in the grieving process. Beautiful song!

[@brimstonebrimstone8617]

The In Through the Out Door album was obviously very different from Zeppelin's previous albums, but I think we have to remember that music was in a real state of flux around this time, the 60s rock bands were pretty gassed after a decade of the rock n roll lifestyle, there was disco that had arrived on the scene, punk music as well, heavy metal and new wave were just around the corner. To be fair, with all these new genres and influences no one really new what direction music was going in, how all these influences were going to play out. So for these reasons I cut them some slack with In Through the Out Door. I really think if Zeppelin didn't lose Bonham and they were still together they would have gotten their second wind - like many 60's/70s rockers did in the 80s - and would have released some great music.

[@billyf2833]

Yeah, like for instance Aerosmith with the Pump album

[@TheCharlesAtoz]

A lot of these songs have meant more to me lately than any time in my life. Good review!

[@James_Loveless]

In Through the Outdoor Was released in a Brown Paper then you would discover which of the 6 Album Covers you got, plus the inner sleeve would colorize if a wet sponge was applied. As a Led Zeppelin fan when this album was released ~ I personally liked it a lot... P.S. it seemed to me this Album was a Picture of what Led Zeppelin's directions they may take as they were about to Conquer the 1980's musically the way they had dominated the 1970's Also it it said that Page and Bonham wanted the next album to be back to their Roots of Harder and Heavier sound they had with their first two albums ~ Greetings from Gotham (aka NYC)

[@johnpolese6575]

Very well done episode, thank you. I love In Through the Out Door. It is probably in my top three Zeppelin albums, despite most Zeppelin fans putting it in their bottom two.

[@AwlDeigh]

Ironically was listening to “Raising Sand” this morning. Sublime album , especially considering mix of Artists

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

So Adam was a psychic for you today!

[@gretchenlittle6817]

I never knew the song was a tribute to a lost child. Thanks as always!