Led Zeppelin Talk About Losing John Bonham

[@ffdave117]

I saw them live in 1977. When he died we all knew it was the end of an Era. The greatest drummer from the greatest band. 50 years later I still feel that way

[@bonzo]

truest words ever man

[@andrewrivera4029]

Nice, I was 11 years old in 77’ and was dying to see Led Zeppelin but was still too young to go see a rock concert and my parents wouldn’t take me…

[@Theeskullmanson]

Anen

[@Kenneth-c4j]

Here is an ironic and eerie coincidence. Page's old band,The Yardbirds, played their last gig on Sunday night July 7,1968. In 1980,Led Zeppelin did a short tour of Germany.Their last show,although they had no way of knowing it at the time was July 7,1980. As we all know John Bonham passed away the following September 25, 1980.

[@lauragroce3816]

LZ will be hands down the best of everything as a band. I’m 73. Still listening

[@jerryd5471]

67, still listening 🎸🎸

[@ramierechristiane]

Moi aussi, j'en ai 68 et je ne connais qu'un groupe Led Zep. J'avoue que j'adore aussi Jethro Tull mais je n'écoute que ces deux groupes en boucle depuis de nombreuses années.

[@francishughes2016]

Surely you mean 'Are' ?.

[@MarkSchreind]

Led Zeppelin were special because they truly were the sum of their parts. You cannot replace any of them and still call them Led Zeppelin. They were unique, to say the very least.

[@saurondp]

I would say greater than the sum of their parts. It's why even the Page and Plant reunions couldn't come close to capturing the magic of Led Zeppelin.

[@leonoranicolaysen2784]

I so agree! So many bands just swap out players like they're replacing car parts.

[@newerafrican]

The Beatles were the same... Individual successes but nothing like the timing and chemistry of the original band.

[@MarkSchreind]

@newerafrican Absolutely ... The timing of the two bands is extraordinary .... What are the chances that you can get 4 dudes like that to form a band and actually make things work ... Well ... I've been very lucky in my life to enjoy their music .... Gave me so much joy and inspiration.

[@robcreel4257]

For me the hard rock world begins and ends with Led Zeppelin. Even now their imprint on rock is still there. Other bands have come and gone, yet Zeppelin still remains the same gods of rock.

[@Ralmwalker]

When the news hit in 1980 my whole high school was crying all day,,,we knew it was over!

[@KimBranam]

Oh, how I wish John Bonham was still here. I have listened to the Zeppelin for so many years. Was fortunate to see them Cincinnati 77' before he passed 😢❤him and them. And the beat goes on.

[@ronalddowling8988]

They did the right thing by calling it quits when John B onham died.When asked why they didnt get a new drummer John Paul Jones said it best.Because it wouldnt be Led Zeppelin its as simple as that!!!!!

[@thepower6259]

Джон Поль Джонс легенда

[@vivianlunsford4052]

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[@DrJ-hx7wv]

Same for Rush calling it quits after Neil's death.

[@robwalsh9843]

Bonzo was untouchable. Even his peers like Roger Taylor from Queen said he was the best of their scene.

[@casienwhey]

The one of the greatest bands who also knew when to step away rather than linger on and become their own tribute band.

[@gildavis8266]

Even after four plus decades after his passing John Bonham is still thought of as one of the greatest rock drummers of all time. Power and technique were his hallmarks as he set a standard of excellence that put him in a class by himself. I had the pleasure of meeting his son Jason a few years ago and I could see just why he became an excellent drummer as well. After all, it's easy to see (and hear) how when your father happened to be John Bonham.

[@francishughes2016]

"The".

[@MatthewStegeman-d7g]

Bonham was irreplaceable, just like any of the other 3 members, thats why Zeppelin is the greatest band of all time.

[@deanlkenney]

I think Plant and company were devastated by his passing and really couldn’t create that same magic without him!

[@lewieanderson6579]

John's death was a blessing in disguise. LZ never released a bad album and overstayed their welcome.

[@RonPro-u1t]

The only band with integrity to call it quits. Unlike the stones and the who.

[@SuperRtrtrtr]

Right on brother.

[@LOT9T]

Beastie Boys cut from the same cloth as well. RIP M.C.A

[@rman52]

Depends on the band. Mothers of Invention changed players regularly. Always great. Beach Boys too. Steely Dan. Cream. ELP with Cozy Powell. There are others as well. But I get it with losing Bonzo. It wasn't just music. He was the unifier too. Like Ringo.

[@RonPro-u1t]

@@rman52 like I said. The only band who knew to call it quits.

[@rman52]

@@RonPro-u1t In their case it was best. Agreed.

[@jimred5700]

Not seeing Led Zeppelin live is one of my biggest regrets.

[@JamesMaclay-cn7dz]

Mine too.

[@sonnyleewhite]

Same here. Gladly I saw Robert Plant on his Solo Tour in the late eighties in Düsseldorf / Germany.

[@peterfraney7931]

Seeing them was one of mine

[@michaeloneill1360]

Great Pictures!!! When John Bonham died Led Zeppelin Ended Period!

[@sicotshit7068]

Anyone who is a Led Zeppelin fan wish they could have continued, but only with Bonham. They were like 4 pieces of one musical genius. My understanding is that was really the deal, if any of them quit or passed away. Though Jason did great for celebration day, & they love him, he still wasn’t his father. I just treasure every song & live performances we do have, there will never be another 4 GODS OF MUSIC again!

[@williamaklu4544]

I remember hearing a girl in my English class saying to her friend " Did you hear the drummer of Led Zeppelin died. I was a Zeppelin freak back then and still am today. That day turned my life upside down. As a guitar player my band played Zeppelin all the time. I agree with them no drummer could do what Bonham did. This is as bad as losing Eddie Van Halen. Zeppelin forever.

[@classicrockproductions]

The truth is, rock has never recovered since Bonham’s death and the end of Led Zeppelin. He was only 32. Who knows what greatness we missed out on that we could’ve gotten in the 80’s and 90’s and so on.

[@francishughes2016]

Buddy Rich was better !.

[@StaceyWatson-e2q]

I remember that day very well. I had not heard anything about it. I came home from school and my dad said that I needed to sit down, that he had something to tell me. I was completely devastated. I gave up playing drums and walked around in a haze.

[@awallner1]

@@classicrockproductions I think what's worse is Jason lost his father because of alcoholism. That's devastating.

[@leelitif7187]

john henry bonham was an amazing powerful diverse drummer plus a great family man despite his alcohol abuse and sadly when he passed away that was the end of led zeppelin their was no money grubbing reunion tours thank god

[@mjp96]

There were plenty

[@ginog1398]

he only used to drink when he was away from his family:(

[@ginog1398]

@tr7938 nah some people just don't get it ando its okay

[@bbb462cid]

@@mjp96 Name six. Should be easy.

[@marciashiraishi5891]

I was born many years after John's death but my dad had known Zeppelin since he was a teen and listened to their music every day, so naturally, I also loved them since I came out of my mom’s womb. My dad says that when he heard about Bonzo's passing, it was as if a part of him had also died and as much as he loved Zeppelin, he wouldn't want another drummer to take his place. For me, John is a living presence, I don't think of him in the past, he makes me smile when I hear his screams and growls (which are very audible on the isolated drum tracks)

[@StephenVega-lx9wj]

Even today in 2024, John Bonham’s Death is as fresh as it was when it happened. Part of my heart and youth left that day, never to return. I still carry the devastation with me and I was a rabid teenage fan. I’m 61 and still am. Imagine how his band mates who are brothers and family still feel to this day. The only silver lining is the incredible music and artistry that remains from Led Zeppelin.💔💔💔

[@ChannelingJohnBonham]

Nobody played the drums like Bonzo. Nobody.

[@SingleTax]

There was a soulfulness (I don't know what other term to use) to his drumming that was unteachable. It's a gift one either has or one doesn't. Bonzo had it.

[@ChannelingJohnBonham]

@@SingleTax agree.

[@JimmyKnight-uc3pt]

Absolutely , Bonzo was out of this world amazing!

[@ChannelingJohnBonham]

@@JimmyKnight-uc3pt for sure.

[@JimmyKnight-uc3pt]

@@ChannelingJohnBonham Every member of Led Zeppelin were truly amazing! It was perfection the likes of which was never nor will be seen again, my friend!

[@ken763E]

Led Zeppelin would never be same without any one of them. They were only 4 that could produce such generational music. So fortunate to have grown up at time to experience Zeppelin as it happened. Live shows were amazing events. RIP BONZO

[@kgraves119]

This makes Plant's reaction to Bonham's son, Jason, playing drums w/ Heart make a whole lot more sense.

[@MsrkDavis]

What they did and still do about the losse of John was and is still there way of an everlasting honor and respect ..

[@dr.gonzagas]

I think losing his Son and best friend nearly at the same time must be horrible, i can understand Roberts decision to leave the Band ,may he found his Peace up to today. Sry my english is not that good

[@fiksflix]

Great job. Thanks for making this video

[@michaelcollins5563]

It is alchemy when 4 added together gives you a perfect 10.

[@maryjvanderwerken3192]

I KNOW JIMMY DIDN'T SELL HIS SOUL TO THE DEVIL, BUT HE CERTAINLY MASTERED ALCHEMY AND MANIFESTATION! HAVING JEFF BECK FOR A FRIEND AT A YOUNG AGE WAS VERY BENEFICIAL FOR BOTH OF THEM. ❤🎶❤🎶❤

[@matthewfreiley645]

So basically, we would not have had In through the Out door if it weren't for Bonham being there for Robert when his son died... Giving him confidence to continue for the last album. Wow

[@travelinben1966]

I hope Robert,Jimmy,and JP know that we,the fans, were also devastated at the loss of Bonzo.I,for one,knew that the band could not continue without him,nor should they.He was irreplacable,and is sorely missed.R.I.P. Bonzo.🥁

[@luvbasses5487]

“We’re all replaceable” - a term we’re constantly reminded of by our bosses and in most walks of life. In the case of Led Zeppelin, there really was no replacing Bonzo. First, out of sheer respect. Second, he basically made whatever they came up with, tick. His sound and style was as recognizable as a Stratocaster slung of the shoulder of Jimi Hendrix. He was the lifeblood of Zeppelin - so much so that there is simply no replacement for the departed drum giant.

[@classicrockproductions]

Yeah and I doubt any drummer on Earth could ever fill Bonham’s shoes. The work he did with Zeppelin was so great. People are still talking about him over 40 years after his death.

[@onsesejoo2605]

I wish Jimmy Page would do just one more album, of acoustic music since that side of him tends to be forgotten under the blues rock thing.

[@andreweaves7975]

I remember the day….I knew then it was over. Still mourning.

[@floris3242]

One of the greatest drummers. Yes he was very supportive of Robert and his bandmates. I think they all loved touring and the musical relationship they had, especially the first few years. But later on they had families, and it's hard to be away from them for months. And of course Robert's son died. Bonham started drinking more and was getting more insecure about his playing. Very sad, he was unbelievable throughout his career. I love how Robert is so down to earth and looks back at Led Zeppelin with all it's ups and downs. I feel like Jimmy Page never moved on from LZ with all the remastered albums etc. I know LZ was his baby as guitarist and producer, but you mostly hear him talk about great they were.

[@andrewrivera4029]

I was so bummed when Bonham died and Zep broke up I was finally getting to the age where I could go to a rock concert and Led Zeppelin was at the top of my list.

[@JanBadinski]

My sweetie had a ticket to the concert right after John Bonham passed. Zep was his favorite band.

[@kimberleyann7702]

He is so lovely, even when he is flexing.❤

[@bonzology322]

He wasn’t replaceable, not even close

[@davidwalker5054]

They did the right thing. if they dragged on with a replacement drummer. People would say. Led Zep were once the best band ever. it hasn,t got the same ring to it as the emphatic Led Zep are the greatest band to grace this planet

[@beprf]

I don't know how important he was creatively for the band, but he is regarded as one of the best drummers of all time. But that ends up being irrelevant, because it comes down to social dynamics and John was the glue of the group, everytime they got together, his absence must have been a deafening silence to the others.

[@lauragroce3816]

Bonham was such a great drummist

[@Stevo_Drums]

Not many know that he was also a great pianoer

[@PaulFormentos]

Quite the fan of vodka, and lots of it, as well

[@fantomas3066]

Il était précis, avec un jeu extraordinaire.. Quand je passe le Madison Square Garden 73 c'est époustouflant.

[@mokyoworks2696]

Anyone who knows LZ's music knows that each member was integral, so it was natural that they broke up after Bonzo's death. His playing was not just technically great and powerful, his feel and inventiveness were probably his greatest strengths as a drummer.

[@MariaLucia-vl9oy]

PAUL JONES SEMPRE O GAROTO COMPORTADO DO LED, BOAS MANEIRAS E ÍNTEGRO. AFINAL ERA O MAESTRO DA BANDA. ELE FICAVA ENTRE OS DA FRENTE E BONHAM.

[@Marco-wp9dh]

Damn. This just hits hard. LZ represents the meaning of the word loyalty. However, I can't stop asking to myself: would John have wanted the band to continue without him?

[@mik3ymomo]

They played some Gigs with John’s son Jason Bonham who became a drummer and had his own band in the 90’s.

[@bluesguy47]

it's hard to move on when you lose a great band mate... similar to John Deacon not wanting to play without Freddie...

[@johnmclaughlin5660]

What a Legend , great influence on 🔥🥁

[@tom121curry]

Best band ever!

[@samwarner2668]

They should have done exactly what they did. Those are the only 4 people who ever knew what it was like inside the band and how they gelled musically and personally. So the remaining members after Bonham died are the only opinions that even matter.

[@hartinone]

Integrity and honor

[@francuscosuarez2512]

Un maestro nunca desaparece

[@mitchwinder1204]

I regret not being able to see what kind of influence they could’ve had on ‘80s music. Lord knows the decade could’ve used them.

[@jeniferpavek1773]

We sometimes forget these guys are simply humans. They grieve like the rest of us. Time was up and they were done.

[@waterdroplets1627]

So the limit is 39 vodka shots.

[@Theeskullmanson]

They were right to hang it up. As much as I love Zeppelin, how could they be the same band? Wasn’t possible .

[@LedSteelers]

when you have four members and call yourself, Led Zeppelin and one goes missing, they are no longer the same unit..... And they're not robots they're human beings. They have feelings for one another and couldn't continue without their best friend....... I have no say in the matter, but if I had to say anything, I would agree if I was in situation

[@Subatomic_Glue]

There's no one better than Bonzo.

[@robertschiffhauer1679]

The end of Led Zeppelin was So Sad,but the right thing to do out of respect for the greatest drummer ever.❤

[@KHoltzie]

I do wish they would do a reunion tour-just so I could say I saw em once…stick Jason Bonham on the drum and let him pay homage to his later father’s legacy! 🤟🏻

[@classicrockproductions]

I’m sure we would all love to see that but now is too late. Maybe 10-20 years ago. Jimmy Page is 80. John Paul Jones is right behind him and Robert doesn’t want to play those songs anymore. Truly a shame we never got one last tour, but we have to respect their decision.

[@KHoltzie]

@@classicrockproductions Nah, anything is possible, I mean look at The Stones…if they can still Tour Zeppelin can scratch together a reunion! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@KHoltzie]

@@classicrockproductions Even if it’s 15 or 20 shows, a small Tour would be nice-fans would get to see them and hear the classics + they’d make a little $!

[@classicrockproductions]

@@KHoltzie That’s true. Jimmy can definitely still play. And I’m sure Jason Bonham and John Paul Jones would be eager to play. Biggest problem is Robert Plant. He refuses to reform and said no to a full-length tour after Zeppelin reunited in 2007. So as long as Plant doesn’t change his mind, we won’t get another Zeppelin tour. Even a one-off show would be nice just as a final farewell to fans, but Robert would probably shoot it down.

[@KHoltzie]

@@classicrockproductions Well that sucks, I wish he would have a change of heart for the fans and let the band make a little money

[@MeadowFarmer]

Creativity is very difficult, it's probably best that they ended it when Bonham died. Zeppelin is my favorite band by far. I wish they could have kept making such incredible music, but maybe a flame that burns that hot burns out sooner. The Beatles, only lasted a few years. Bands that held together like the Stones and The Who only had about ten really prolific years.

[@1stSuper_baby]

Everything has to end sooner or later. At least Zeppelin never got to the point where they didn’t give a damn but just kept kicking out sub-par music, like the Beatles did.

[@darrellspencer3934]

Compare Led Zeppelin to what Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Who, Foreigner, Chicago, Eagles, The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys and countless other bands have been doing for years: going on after losing key members, sometimes no original members left at all. You have to respect LZ for not tarnishing their legacy.

[@james6275]

If John Bonham did not pass, I think they would probably still be playing today.

[@classicrockproductions]

Could be. I can imagine that though. Just like the Stones, Zeppelin would be doing Stadiums. Shame it wasn’t meant to be.

[@jdg62269]

Asked, not axed

[@LindaMerchant-bq2hp]

Robert lost his son and bandmate😢

[@mykelc205]

Bonzo looked 52 went he went. They all paid a heavy price for all their successes. Rest easy legend.

[@jacestephenweatherall1732]

Bonzo was/is the king of heavy drumming may he rest in peace along with Robert’s son

[@charleslanphier8094]

I've never heard anyone except Plant say they liked Bonham as a person. Practically no one went to his funeral.

[@richardhincemon]

Tony Iommi

[@fmagalhaes1521]

This reminds me of why Golden Earring retired when George Kooymans got ALS. The rest of the band said that it would not be the same band without George, so they retired.

[@bbb462cid]

Here's a fun thing to do, as an audiophile: Listen to other great music, and exclude Zep for a month or two. Listen to their contemporaries that might not be the same genre. James Brown, Elvis Presley. Dean Martin, Nina Simone, and acts like that. get into it, it's not hard those are great artists. Listen to Chicago Blues, Texas Blues hell listen to conjunto and ska. Now come back to Zep and listen to them for a few weeks. You'll be blown away. I'll tell you Blues is Blood, and Stevie Ray and John Lee Hooker etc are were it's at but Zep always delivers and you can hear so many influences and reinterpretations brought to a higher level because of the members' proficiency and feel for their music. I feel they are simply the best rock band to ever play. In my Time of Dying, Trampled Underfoot, Achilles last Stand...come on, these and many more are not just songs that are on records, they are paeans to the sonic temple.

[@policyjunkie3312]

I’m sorry plant

[@memi4586]

I don't blame them for quitting. Some bands have a soul, not just a commercial gimmick. Look at Def Leppard. Their drummer lost an arm and they modified his equipment instead of dumping him. Beautiful, really.

[@richhillyer3448]

Bonzo was "the soul" of Zeppelin. When the band loses it's "soul", there's no sense in going on.

[@mikeduquesne3630]

Best band ever ever best drummer ever ever couldn’t be touched then or since

[@randykirk62]

BONHAM..was zeppelin😮

[@francishughes2016]

Jeez, I disagree, Zeppelin was Page, Plant, Jones, & Bonham ! !.

[@ProfessorKenneth]

As far as continuing with out bonham, they made the rights decision. Zeppelin were great but without john...nah .

[@gab99]

That "I heard Bonham in London" by Page story doesn't stack up. He was Plants main man in his original band and it was a case of, if I join so does my drummer. Bonham was never on Pages list until then. Plant wasn't on his list! It was Terry Reid and it was Reid (record contract obligations forced him to say no) that told Page to check out Plant.

[@mylescourier4459]

Yeah In July of '68 Upon Robert Plants referral, Jimmy went to see him play live while gigging with Tim Rose and afterwards got Peter Grant to entice him to join

[@georgeseif102]

Jimmy still needed to see him perform after Robert's strong suggestion.

[@SingleTax]

Despite having "made" it as a musician -- no more worries about how to pay the bills -- he drank more instead of less. I know he missed his wife and son while out on tour, but I suspect there's more to the story than just that. What caused the pain he was trying to numb with alcohol?

[@Kenneth-c4j]

What I never understood is why didn't Jones and Page attend Karac Plant 's funeral. I thought that these guys were friends.

[@francishughes2016]

I think that i can answer your question, by that time Page was a junkie, & although his addiction never really affected his playing, i think that he thought it better to give Robert Plant space to grieve.When Jimmy did,nt go, it really hurt Robert very deeply, & since then he decided when Zeppelin toured again, if ever, also Peter Grant has said many times, that although it was Jimmy,s band Robert always wanted to be the leader, i,m not sure about J. P. J., i think that Bonham & Plant being from the black country, & Jones, & Jimmy being southerners might have has something to do with it, but i could,nt be certain, Robert thought that Jimmy was as close to him, as he was to Jimmy, but that was not true.

[@Kenneth-c4j]

​@@francishughes2016 The way you described it sounds right 👍

[@michaelstephen819]

What happens when your wife sees this 3:36

[@chriszasada9756]

Bonzo was the original, the only one who even remotely comes close is Bonzo Jr , Johns son Jason . Even then it's still not the same ..

[@179cpv]

I’ve always been taken aback by how unsupportive of Plant that Page and Jones were after the death of Plant’s son. They didn’t even attend the funeral. What was up with that?

[@JimmyKnight-uc3pt]

Page was in the midst of a serious heroin addiction, I'm not sure about Jones.

[@RonPro-u1t]

They fucked up. And the band was never the same again.

[@philfyphil]

Pause for breath please computer.

[@richconboy6896]

John Bonham was irreplaceable. If they tried plugging another drummer in, they'd have sounded like The Who did with Kenny Jones instead of Keith Moon. Just like any other band would sound playing Who songs.

[@riskybusiness3413]

Don't forget Neil, Keith and Cozy caused their bands to quit or pause.

[@taswr]

Funny how these people say now how close they were….. yet never helped each other get off drugs or booze…

[@classicrockproductions]

In their defense, in the 60’s and 70’s, no one cared about addiction and abuse like they do now. It was practically taboo to talk about those things. You either did it or not and if you quit that was your choice. There was no awareness or empathy if you had a problem. I’m sure everyone who had ever been around a great musician from that time regrets that they couldn’t save that person. But time heals all. And I hope everyone can find solace from those dark moments and find peace. Much like Robert Plant.

[@bozotheclown935]

Having been in a few bands, when you heart is not in it don't beat it to death because of a memory. Loose an important gear and the thing is not the same so.... Do something Else...

[@stevenz8397]

Be better to hear it from the bands mouth rather than a narrator

[@PaulFormentos]

Too bad Plant can't say it was Stairway backmask that caused all the deaths

[@caramanico1]

I'm as big a Zep head as anybody, and I strongly felt that when Bonzo died they would pack it in - discussions with friends (primarily Rimshot and My Prom Date ) showed they all felt the same way. I just wish that me and my cohorts could have seen them more than once, though we have followed the other three since then.

[@jameswild8373]

Selfishly I wish they would have stayed together ❤️🇺🇸✌️

[@easyandy95]

ASKED NOT AXED

[@charadeyouare322]

Read the 1988 book "Hammer of the Gods." It still amazes me that Jimmy Page didn't die from heroin prior to Bonham's passing.

[@DianeLake-sw3ym]

I wish someone would write a book exploring the deep bond between Bonham and Plant since they were very young. And the fall out after Bonham's death. I'm sure after reading a book about Plant and Bonham, two lads from the. midlands, the fall out would be more profound/

[@libroslectores5611]

He was the best drummer of the 70´s

[@vickimingus9281]

No one cared about John but Robert. I don't like Page at all.

[@jtee5957]

Another AI circular, repetitious narration

[@robertcalva3773]

They should have kept going.

[@ryangluszewski3319]

Absolutely not. They made the right call. Only way to keep going was if bonham was with them

[@Dixonseider12]

I mean.... Robert Plant did solo work in the 1980s and did multiple reunion tours with Jimmy Page. I don't really buy the "I couldn't go on after Carrick" line.

[@AnthonyCzyz]

Nonsense He continue life thru that battle Think about Don't judge that man

[@michaelstephen819]

More AI crap.... can't listen to this.

[@DonLeist]

Zeppelin became a studio band early on,(1970) and Bonham lost interest right there,which he coped with the disappointment by drinking alcohol.Where they really millionaires on the strength of they're talent,a load of rubbish,as they would say in England,most likely the band was organized by the government and if this is true money was not even a consideration,as hard and as ridiculous as this might sound ,this is after all, a form of art,and logic flies out thew window!