Greta Van Fleet (Lover Leaver Taker Believer PLUS Highway Tune LIVE) Kel-n-Rich's First Reactions

Kel-n-Rich's First Reactions to 2 songs by Greta Van Fleet (Lover Leaver Taker Believer PLUS Highway Tune LIVE in Toronto Nov 2018).
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[@jpirard]

I am 64 and I DO NOT CARE if they are influenced by Zeppelin. They are amazing.

[@estherrenee55]

Same here!!! 64 and loving it!

[@Krommel]

I'm closing in on 50, but I agree. I think we need more bands that are influenced by Zeppelin.

[@r.wesleydukes2825]

Saw Led Zeppelin 73' and Greta in 2019' Love them both! I'm 64 also

[@thevoodootonix217]

Yessssss you can sound like a lot worse things than led zeppelin

[@gemini2012100]

His voice sounds like a cross between Robert Plant and Burke Shelley of Budgie to me. I confess, when I first heard them I didn't like them too much, but the more I listen to them, the more they grow on me.

[@jimena.v3782]

And this is why i love when people reac5 to Greta Van Fleet the excitement that fills someone when hear modern art going back to the roots.

[@NWGhost71]

If they sounded like Zeppelin and sucked that would be one thing but they kill it and make it their own in my opinion. Just nice to hear that 70s sound again with new tunes.

[@AlexScheibli]

Very under-rated in my opinion!

[@evilvolts]

Rival Sons is another young band that has 70's sound.

[@chaost4544]

That first song was absolutely amazing.

[@tituslawoffice4778]

100% on point!

[@tituslawoffice4778]

@@VRGRID I agree completely and that gets lost... 18 years old and they have arguably TWO FM radio staples.

[@jeffreyhanson9930]

I’m sixty-eight and grew up on Zepplin. These guys are different, though reminiscent of Zep, but they are their own band. I love them !

[@thomasdaniel6495]

Who cares if they sound like Zeppelin or not,I personally am glad to hear a band that rocks like this again.I grew up in the 70's,listening to the greatest music ever made,on a daily basis,so it's great to hear a new band that can rock,again.

[@robmcgrath5202]

Couldn't agree more. Led Zeppelin certainly isn't making any more albums so it's great to hear this sound from someone new.

[@elgonwilliams7624]

The brothers grew up listening to blues music and 60's and 70's rock. Their parents encouraged them to pursue music.

[@stuartrobinson2248]

Correct, in fact their father was a member of a blues band.

[@ladybfromnyc]

🏆PARENTS OF THE CENTURY AWARD GOES TO THEM!!!!

[@ladybfromnyc]

🏆PARENTS OF THE CENTURY AWARD GOES TO THEM!!!!

[@AARONANKRUM]

If Robert Plant gave them his stamp of approval, who are we to argue. Love the bassist, Sam Kiszka .

[@chriswood232]

Exactly!

[@PHLCoffeeSnob]

He said in an interview "The are Led Zeppelin I"

[@tazzz1783]

he said ''a beautifull little singer''

[@shirleykelly9971]

The best rock band to come along in a long time they have filled a big void that has been empty for a long time

[@braydonguitar649]

Most people have the same opinion here, they have Zeppelin influence, they did not rip them off, which is great, so lets stop talking bout Zeppelin and talk Greta ;)

[@hippievanfleet461]

Yes please!! The more you listen to Greta the less you hear Led!!!

[@sandifulmor8327]

I can’t wait till I hear “ sounds like Greta Van Fleet is a big influence “ on new bands

[@mark_ustheowlman7690]

I have been listening to Zeppelin for around 38 years now and I only see a slight resemblance. The boys are influenced by soooo many other fine musicians that many mid-20 year old youngsters would scratch their heads in dismay. For example, Maria Makeba, Labi Siffre, Cat Stevens, John Denver, Muddy Waters, Albert King, Wilson Pickett, you name it. They are old souls and we need them in today's plush-auto-tuned-computer-snap-beat-ever trash. So, a wine toast to the saviors of rock and roll: Greta Van Fleet! Time to pass the torch over, past rock gods.

[@albertzappa1994]

man if people do think they sound like Led Zeppelin what a compliment. boy i sure do wish i could sound like them.🎸

[@cnchess]

Critics hated Led Zeppelin when they were starting out which only proves that critics suck and should generally be ignored. Greta Van Fleet is the first interesting new band in a decade. Love 'em!

[@damselflyable]

I love that you said "I like it already" Kel, before Josh had even started singing and your smile throughout said it all! I also agree that he has a higher register than Robert Plant and I actually like his voice better. And while some of their songs are clearly influenced by LZ (Highway, Safari, Curtain) they are also clearly moving away from that sound and finding their own sound. I love Edge of Darkness, Age of Man, Brave New World, Watching Over and Lover Leaver the most as they all sound the most like THEM. The best band on the planet right now imo!!

[@debravirden7130]

That "so called journalist" has totally missed the mark. Kel is spot on! These young men write their own stuff. And by the way, I grew up on Zeppelin, and they did covers.

[@Jerry-ol6sm]

Been following these guys for years. These guys will become iconic in the future. .. Kel,your freaking Awesome for having a musical ear and hearing Greta Van Fleet for Greta Van Fleet.

[@michaeldarr225]

This band is awesome. The vocals are like another instrument and that is awesome. Keep rockin dudes

[@Alai3n]

The Best Sound I ever heard on my life (I was born on 70's)🥰

[@karlchilders8215]

Love it. If you're going to sound like another band who better than Zep?

[@robmcgrath5202]

Karl Childers, that has been my argument from the beginning. If you're going to be compared to someone, I think being compared to the best rock and roll band ever is a pretty good place to be. I think that as they mature they will define their own sound even more.

[@ritahall6628]

They have their own sound

[@annelarkins5249]

I would die for these guys! Fair dinkum mate! Seen them 4 times in Australia!!! OMG, The return of real rock!

[@kdm71291]

The saviors of today’s music scene...keeping alive the heart and soul of blues-based, raw rock and roll!

[@jsloan024]

If you ever get a chance to see this band live, DO IT ! They are one of the best LIVE bands i have ever seen. I've seen a few in my 61 years, and to see guys this young play this good, is just mind blowing ! Thanks guys, loved your reactions ! Please play more !

[@brianrussell6570]

this kid has a control of his "vocal fry"

[@iggy9649]

Best reaction of these guys I've seen yet!! Well done guy's. Being from Michigan I've heard of these guys for a while now. What a breath of fresh air they are.

[@AlexScheibli]

It's great to hear a new generation embrace the old style classic rock of the late 60's and early 70's!! Love these guys and have been listening to them for a couple of years now. They pull this music off wonderfully!! A Canadian in Romania.

[@gozirraizroose]

It's nice to see someone new discover this amazing band, and not immediately jump to the wrong conclusion. Love her Frankie Valli analogy!

[@TheCamguitar24]

React to Greta Van Fleet- Edge of Darkness LIVE. You won't regret it!

[@braydonguitar649]

oh heck ya, jaw dropping solo

[@nakisakarymbai5574]

That was my fav😍🔥

[@jazzyboy7784]

Saw these guys live last year in Baltimore...they r the real deal...will see them every time they come back...

[@dave1uofm]

They wrote this stuff in High School in Frankenmuth Mi, a Christmas town, heavily influenced by vinal records mix between Zeppelin & Rush.

[@marty3888]

My favorite is highway Tun e. The first time I heard them, my mouth fell open. A co-worker who was very young asked me if I liked Led Zeppelin. I said yes. She said listen to this. I couldn't believe tis type of music was being made in 2018. When I got home I listened to them again. I looked at comments and they were all positive. Most people did feel they sounded like Zepp but didn't care. One guy said something like God didn't want Led Zeppelin to end so he created Greta Van Fleet.. I love this band too. I was hoping more bands would come out and heavy metal would make a comeback. I guess they have a new album coming out.

[@cbccnc1283]

Shes so right they sound like them one of the few to get it except for us fans

[@Prodigyz8]

The 26 minute live version of Lover Leaver is great also. Check it out in your own time for sure!

[@markgrayson68]

DJ - absolute EPIC version. Amazing band! Seen them live twice.

[@janfitzgerald3615]

Someone may have answered your question earlier. Josh the singer and Jake the lead guitarist are twins. Their brother Sam is two years younger. Their friend Danny the drummer is the same age as Sam. They have been friends since childhood. Their dad is an amazing harmonica player in a blue band when he’s not at work as a chemical engineer. Their parents have an extensive vinyl collection that the boys heard from the time they were little.

[@tonya--7704]

I LOVED watching your reaction to my new favorite band.

[@edhuskins171]

I would say influenced by Led Zeppelin yes, ripped off, no.

[@BearBudgetgarage]

Im from Michigan and the history of rock runs deep here. Its only fitting these young guys bring back that vintage glory😮

[@MaskedEnforcer]

Greta Van Fleet are: Josh Kiszka - Lead Vocals Jake Kiszka - Lead & Rhythm guitars (Josh and Jake are identical twin brothers!) Sam Kiszka - Bass guitar (Josh & Jake's younger brother) Danny Wagner - Drums (Is a highschool friend of the Kiszka brothers and graduated with Sam!) These boys are in their early 20's. Some other good songs by this band are Safari song, Black Smoke Rising, When the Curtain falls, and A change is gonna come.

[@hammerhiem75]

OMG I always forget their cover of A change is gonna come, it's soo soo good.

[@s1d299]

@@hammerhiem75 Yep.

[@braydonguitar649]

Age of man, mountain of the sun, talk on the street all their songs are great really lol

[@majesticsoul64]

YES...more please

[@ebenclukey7293]

The great thing is that the guys from Led Zeppelin absolutely love Greta Van Fleet. So I guess the haters lose.

[@devanworkman8745]

There's never been any word from the members of Zeppelin other then Robert and he never said whether he actually liked them or not.

[@nascargas]

It was so cool to watch the both of you react to this band. They are my number one favorite band of the last decade I'm going to say. To me they sound a lot like 70s heavy metal and who to personify 70s heavy metal more than Led Zeppelin? So if there is an argument that could be made that they are Zeppelin sound alike , I'm okay with that because you can't go wrong having that particular sound! I'll leave that there. I have not figured out why people are so angry that they sound something like the British rock band that tore everything up for 10 years. I have seen a lot of reaction videos where people my age who remember Zeppelin as a band are ecstatic and very enthused that this retrosound can still be made with brand new music. Sorry if we wanted to go the route that they are Zeppelin sound alikes, what is so wrong with that? I mean it's like they pick up where Led Zeppelin left off and they're writing brand new music and that sound that that wonderfully gated sound however they Amplified their guitars and get the drums... I mean seriously you got to get the the albums and listen to them top to bottom. They are just astounding to me that they can make this kind of music in this day and age when everything is so digitized and played with computers and ultimately to my ears boring. I can't get enough of this band and I am waiting for their third album to come out. Got to check out.. they did to covers...you'll find them easily enough obviously. But I'd love to watch you guys react to everything else that they've got out there because they really are all that and a bag of Doritos... Led Zeppelin haters aside!

[@thewalruswasjason101]

My favorite part? The audience enjoying watching the band and very few phones!!!

[@ladybfromnyc]

You HAVD TO see them LIVE . These kids have RESTORED my hope for youngster rock musicians! And my 1st concert seeing them was GROUND FLOOR right at the barricade at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, NY with my daughter. It was beyond a religious experience! (Rock History Lesson.....THAT is the same venue where The Beatles landed in a HELICOPTER for a show there.)

[@Kel.N.RichReactions]

Hey Lady B!!!!! Great to see you here. We sent you an email response. Much love, 🔥💕KnR❤️🙏🏽

[@ladybfromnyc]

@@Kel.N.RichReactions I saw that indeed ✌😎🤘 I sent a reply back

[@dominickdeangelo9521]

Saw them live last year, and got to meet them, what a great group of young men. Their music is incredible, and while they have a led Zeppelin esq sound, their music is their own.

[@supasoulproductions]

Greta Van Fleet is an awesome band!! Psychedelic Rock is how I would specifically describe Lover Leaver Taker Believer, Hard Rock/Blues Rock for their music in general. I am so glad Kel did not buy into the Zeppelin rip-off narrative.

[@scyphe]

I don't agree about the claims that they ripped off Zep. However, they clearly know the Zeppelin catalogue VERY well and it's extremely apparent in certain songs (Safari Song, When the Curtain Falls and Highway Tune) where the Kishka twins have brought out their inner Zeps beyond any doubt. Vocals in those songs are sprinkled with plenty of obvious "Plantisms", esp. the use of 'mama' which is a dead giveaway with his guitarist brother playing plenty of licks and riffs that are very reminiscent of Jimmy Pages style. The songs on the other hand are entirely original and very catchy although not comparable to the song writing skills of the Zeps. The first song KnR reacted to actually doesn't sound that much like Zeppelin at all; you can clearly hear they have a style of their own that they're developing. In the end, I understand some of the criticism they've got but I was never bothered by it. I hope they'll keep getting better at writing their own songs without the need of borrowing so many influences (esp. like in the three songs I mentioned earlier) from granddaddy Led Zeppelin. If they had reacted to Safari Song first I'm pretty certain they'd hear the Zep in it.

[@s1d299]

@@scyphe Great comment. Agree 100% (and I've heard just about every song by both Zep and GVF).

[@beverlyoyarzun3326]

These kids are out there playing their instruments and doing a good job. There’s a concert from a few years ago- their dad comes on and plays harmonica during a blues set. They are a joy to watch! And I like your reaction!

[@bluegrassreb1]

i LOVE GVF!!!!!!! this is the long/album version of Leaver... check out "when the curtain falls" LIVE on jimmy fallon show

[@carolharvey9967]

You've got to watch this on a live performance! It's amazing!!!

[@williamroche3539]

I hear people are bashing GVF for ripping off Zeppelin's sound. They're just rock snobs . These guys are really good. Good to hear that blues based 70's rock sound again. I hope they get a huge following.

[@Fuphyter]

These guys rock!!! Love them, finally a NEW Rock Band. The Struts aren't bad either 😉

[@mariorabottini5687]

Hi Kel & Rich I’m 56 years old and absolutely think this band is sensational! Bringing back DAMN awesome classic rock! Rock on Greta Van Fleet you guys are the bomb!!

[@robertparrish1185]

great and still all just kids

[@guyray7445]

This was their early music when they were teens. Try "Heat Above" or Broken Bells" They have gotten even BETTER now.

[@estherrenee55]

Well that took Kel on quite a ride! I love these guys and they are so freakin' young (I'm 64)! Here's to much success for GVF! They rock!

[@richarddrolet7746]

Not too worry friends......this band will not fade away.........large stadiums await these. ...boys.

[@bernieb980]

I live in Michigan and I have been listening to Detroit rock'n roll my whole life, in this group Greta Van Fleet is one of the best bands to come out of Michigan since grand Funk Railroad. There is a great live performance of this song from the Ford theater out in California and it's a 25 minute version of this song one of the great life performances ever ,you must check it out.

[@waynevarrelman9363]

Breath of fresh air

[@r.wesleydukes2825]

Love you two!

[@robmcgrath5202]

So great to hear a new band bringing back the classic 70's rock sound, and they do it very well. I saw them live last summer and they ROCKED! I'm glad you two got a chance to check them out and look forward to you hearing more of them. I'm also pleased that Kel didn't jump right into the Zeppelin comparison. "They sound like themselves" is a great way to say it.

[@madnezz1961]

I just watched their live from Red Rocks in 2019 show and was blown away. Whatever they do, they do it great

[@ronhall5395]

I love how they give every member of the band a chance to shine. Obviously Josh's vocal take center stage, but drums are great, guitar is excellent, bass is keeping it shining. They ate not trying to sound like anyone but themselves. Compare them to other bands if you like. The are just GVF.

[@corthopuleeze3911]

I was there! Their first show outside the U.S! Wow!

[@sean_b_drummer]

Black Smoke Rising is my favorite of theirs. 🤘🏼

[@joanndowers5080]

First time I heard Highway Tune, I was on my zero turn mowing the grass. I did not want the song to end. I love this band!!!!!!!

[@whatadollslife]

listen to their red rock concert ...epic after this worldwide covid lockdown THIS is the band I want to see LIVE

[@brianrussell6570]

A friend of mine was at this concert..she loved it

[@kathrinehart4462]

These boys are my newest rock n roll obsession❤😂

[@karene5406]

They have a strong musical background. Their father plays harmonica in another band. There’s a video where they all play together. It’s really good.

[@difrancis5853]

I have been listening for hours. LOVE these guys.

[@parkviewmo]

Way to go Kel!!!!!!!! You have fresh ears!

[@michellesorenson1292]

So Josh is the lead, to his left is is TWIN brother, Jake, to his right is their younger brother Sam, the drummer is a childhood friend who lived a few doors down, Danny.

[@Beebeebombie]

The singer of Greta Van Fleet(Josh Kiszka) was 22 at the time of the release of Anthem of the Peaceful Army, while Robert Plant was 20 at the time of the release of Led Zeppelin I. So they were around the same age when they released their first albums.

[@davidhaney1394]

WOW ......this is awesome . Thanks Rich and Kel for giving something "new but old " to listen too . The Zepplin / sabbath / 70`s vibe is great to hear . Amazing band .

[@erikatslsr9969]

much love for them michigan boys!

[@HARPERSSON]

This is so SMART! The way that you are educating Kel. I have done the same thing with folks I know and you are doing it perfectly! Let her come to her own conclusions. Well done Rich. Love you guys so much!

[@ibomidablehonky]

Greta Van Fleet is legit one of the best rock bands to come out in a very long time lol the lead singer legit sounds like cross between Janis Joplin and Robert plant while having imo a very distinctive style of his own

[@tazzz1783]

love her, leave her, take her, believe her...i love that game of words ;)

[@markwinter8156]

hearing a whole lotta love here ......

[@JuninhoBosco]

His Voice have a mix of Robert Plant, Axl Rose and Zack de la Rocha

[@BayouBengal711]

Love that rock is still alive 🦩

[@freeclimb5487]

I saw them Dec.28 2018 at the famous Fox Theater in Detroit. I have been to many many concerts and have seen the best of the best live. This was easily one of the best live concert I've ever seen. I put it number 2 on my live list barely behind Heart in 1979 Dog and Butterfly Tour Munn Arena at M.S.U. These boys can rock it.

[@jessetomahawk2306]

Blessing to you K.n.R. !!!

[@jamespaivapaiva4460]

Howdy had to run to store,come back and you on! Nice job,my ferrets are asleep (as always) so your pup is in dreamland playing with my bunch. Enjoy the journey Peace and Love ferretfret in Ct.

[@kenbolesta8162]

We saw them in 2017 just before they were getting popular. Great Show Live!!!

[@rbilleaud]

I've been following these young men since pretty early on. Very few people had heard of them at the time. The thing I have found most impressive is that their sound has really evolved. No question at the beginning they were mostly a Zeppelin clone (although they claimed they had more of an affinity for Aerosmith). They have since grown to find more of their own sound. Their latest track "My Way Soon" is far less derivative of Led Zeppelin, however, it definitely harkens back to 60s and 70s rock, with a little bit of a Southern Rock vibe. Btw, my daughter and I saw them live back in October of last year (pre-covid) and they were great. I'm 54 and my daughter is 21. Had a very diverse crowd too, good mix of young and old.

[@lewisner]

Just got up (in lockdown) and this put me in a good mood for the rest of the day. Love GVF, love the reaction.

[@stevecode3767]

Thank you, I’ve been hoping you’d play them. Sent you a link on your Facebook page for Flower Power live

[@sarabuchinger8705]

Love it guys👊👊👊😀😀try Always There by them ...or Standing On👍👍👍✌✌✌

[@Mr57mc]

LOVE THE SHIRT

[@kcw]

A rebirth of Rock and Roll.

[@BuckyBarnesAndNoble]

This video is great. It was so cool to see you guys get so into the music. I’ve been a fan of GVF since a couple of months now and I’ve been addicted to their music. So it’s nice to see others who like them as well.

[@carriesweeney1277]

Music sounds like Rock n Roll WE want to HEAR!!!!!!

[@louofm1]

These guys have been huge here in Michigan for the last several years. They are from the small German town of Frankenmuth, about 20 min north of me. By the way, the world's largest Christmas store (Bronner's) is in Frankenmuth. Prior to hitting it big, the brothers worked in a friend's restaurant. He said they were really great young guys, and extremely talented. They have since opened for Bob seger, Elton John, and several other huge artists. These days, they headline their own shows

[@hammerhiem75]

Saw them live in 2018 and they where brilliant. love their work, I hear a lot of Rush in them to be honest. If you like Greta you will probably enjoy Airborne too.

[@miker8492]

U both knew right when u looked at each other

[@jypziiatthecrossroads9047]

Zep yes, but the first song has a feel of early Judas Priest (B4 leather). They must have grown up in a rock household. Oher songs have other influences; Stones, Sabbath, Purple.

[@dicksmashmcironcock7362]

Hey guys! I really enjoyed this one! Happy 1 year! Been a fan since day 1 and I'm not going anywhere. Stay safe out there guys! I hope everything is okay with you. Proper respect from Canada

[@bartbruinenberg8685]

64 but love this shit my kind of MUSIC

[@markgrayson68]

I am excited for you to go on the Greta Van Fleet journey. It is a short journey so far since they only technically have 1 and 1/2 albums but it is a frickin’ packed journey with some stellar and amazing material. Plus, they are simply great, humble lads with 60’s soul.

[@metalheadwill9633]

Saw them live last year in Brisbane it was an awesome show

[@chuckjohnson5235]

I feel they pay homage to the greats of the early 70s and the very early rhythm and blues of the South

[@bluegrassreb]

They have the same influences as Zep and people think they sound like Zep not realizing how Zep took so much of their inspiration from the blues. Ive seen them live twice, once opening for METALLICA. They are the real deal, in a world of horrible music, they are MOST WELCOME!