Music Critic Reacts to GRETA VAN FLEET (First Listen)

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Lots of chatter about this young band Greta Van Fleet, so the time has finally come for me to sit down and react to their songs for the very first time. Make sure to subscribe if you’re new, I’ll be reviewing their debut album “Anthem of the Peaceful Army” very soon! Drop a like on the video while you’re at it!
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INTRO - 0:00
HIGHWAY TUNE - 1:11
WHEN THE CURTAIN FALLS - 2:36
LOVER, LEAVER - 4:27
BLACK SMOKE RISING - 6:07
FLOWER POWER - 7:56
SAFARI SONG - 9:24
FINAL THOUGHTS / REVIEW - 11:10

[@ARTV-]

Watch my review of Greta Van Fleet’s debut album here 📲 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rai6aHZmnayZoZI

[@AdamA-wg1ko]

I can tell music review isn't your strong suit.

[@sparky6218]

The name of the band actually came from 3 different things. The Greta part is from a lady in their town named gretna. Van is from Van Morrison and Fleet is from Fleet Foxes

[@jodibennett-bradshawrbtmph836]

@@sparky6218 It's a variation of an elder lady from their hometown. Her name is GretNa Van Fleet. This is a real person.

[@andrewoakeshott7759]

Wow, am I the only one in this comment section that actually likes Greta Van Fleet? I mean I get the criticisms, but they’re talented, fun and most of all very rock n roll!

[@kylehegedus5498]

Andrew Oakeshott Nope!!! I like them too.

[@davidcremin3837]

What's rock n roll about copying someone else's style

[@melancholy-6352]

I like them. I personally think they're really promising.

[@jaimepagina6831]

I Love LZ but this guys are great

[@olavandersen4452]

GVF!! IS AMAZING I LOVE THEM!!!

[@kylehegedus5498]

A lot of people accuse them of ripping off Led Zeppelin, but their Zeppelin-like sound is what turned me on to them in the first place. And hey, I’d rather them sound like Zeppelin than Imagine Dragons!!!

[@loriholman6125]

ZEPPELIN did anyone forget stole song and put their pixi dust on it...And if The Robert Plant approved of them well???💥💥💥

[@TokyoBlue587]

Kyle Hegedus Hear, hear!

[@billwren5033]

I agree and I think if they veer to far from it they might not be as popular.My philosophy is if it's not broke don't fix it.

[@jeffloucks2120]

MG I can deal with the actual music, I just can't forgive what he's doing vocally as it's absolutely ripping off Plants style and vocal lines. Much akin to playing a riff that's note for note the same and calling it your own. They are very young... hopefully they find themselves but with the attention they get I can't see it happening. The whole, all press is good press applies... as I'm here commenting. :)

[@Tigerkiger2002]

Lori Holman when did Plant approve of them? I keep hearing people say this and the only thing I’ve seen is Plant saying that he “borrowed his voice from someone he knows pretty well” doesn’t sound like approval

[@debonaire_nerd]

...because Jimmy Page never borrowed from the likes of Leadbelly, Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy or BB King. Sure, Greta may not be quite putting their own stamp on the sound in the way Zeppelin made the blues their own, but it's well played and well performed which makes for VERY listenable music. I feel blessed knowing that my generation may witness a quiet rebirth of classic rock.

[@deborahcassidymacphail2097]

Hoping it's not quiet!

[@marisolmanzano2041]

also early rolling stones ... from bo diddley heeeh

[@Stormcrownn]

Christ people hold new rock bands to an insanely high standard.

[@runthejudes]

Stormcrown Honestly! They’re all beautiful dudes with good spirit and massive talent. They just want to rock and promote a peaceful message. I love them dearly

[@jebleb7134]

Disliking a band because they do not sound original is not a high standard at all... Without the nostalgia and the lead singer’s voice, this band would be no where near as popular.

[@runthejudes]

Jeb Leb Oh they aren’t original? Tell me, which song did they steal ‘When the Curtain Falls’ riff from? From which tune’s lyrics was ‘Anthem’ plagiarized? Get off that bandwagon and enjoy the damn music.

[@jebleb7134]

Kevin Shaffe When speaking about music or many forms of entertainment for that matter, original is not defined as note for note... GVF is not original because it copies Led Zeppelin’s SOUND which is undeniable to the point where it is annoying. As I’ve said, no one would know what GVF is if it weren’t for nostalgia or the singer...

[@runthejudes]

Jeb Leb People who think they sound similar are neither a Greta fan nor a Zep fan. I’m a massive fan of both.

[@steffmatolcsy7796]

I'm 61 and I really enjoy this band. Keeping rock alive.

[@rosemarie92123]

im 66 and we are on the same PAGE{ha ha}

[@henneseysteven]

Steff Matolcsy what does your stupid age have to do with anything

[@darkenddeath3871]

@@henneseysteven why do u have to be such a ass

[@rollinstoned9816]

@@darkenddeath3871 an ass

[@marksieczko7766]

I'm 62 and was blown away by Zep when my elder brother got their 1st album.. Ain't felt so good about a band since the Sex Pistols!! Rock n Roll, not miserable metal with it's (LOL) Devil's Salute BS.

[@MrFrog-yg9dp]

11:38 You managed to say their last name three times, and pronounce it differently each time. That is a true talent, my boi

[@anonymanonym8689]

this is one of my favourite comments on a youtube video ever, bless you my man

[@davidrain9523]

and he managed to say it wrong all three times, true talent XD

[@carmensandiego7749]

I think it means sausage 🌭 in Polish. They're definitely my favorite smoky hot Polish sausages. And also the small intestines that the sausage casings are made of. But Small Intestines is a poor name for a band.

[@mr.worldwide4758]

Kizaka, Sizaka and Kizaka again

[@RajaReign78]

I love Greta Van Fleet they are the type of rock n roll music I want back on the radio. I miss classic rock so much.

[@toorare2live]

Led Zeppelin is on literally every mainstream rock radio station on the planet.

[@pigtasticOINk714]

I know this an old comment but check out Rival Sons

[@Laerrus999]

I turn 42 in a little over a month, Led Zeppelin was long before my time. Bands like Gun's 'n Roses, Metallica, Def Leppard, Faith No More, Poison, Pantera, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Nine Inch Nails, White Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Type O Negative, Green Day, Cypress Hill and Red Hot Chili Peppers were popular when I was a teen. I don't care if some of you people think Greta Van Fleet is a rip off of Led Zeppelin, they still sound very fresh to me and they are bringing back new life into rock music which is desperately needed. They are definitely one of my new favorite bands.

[@lewisner]

I lived through the Zeppelin era but I preferred other bands to them. GVF grabbed me straight away.

[@rollinstoned9816]

Dont forget Alice in chains!

[@bayleexavery]

Jon dancing to Greta Van Fleet is my new favorite thing.

[@alemagnum1]

He reminds me of sheldon

[@Sowmonkey27]

Safari Song >>> Highway Tune

[@soaringbullet]

100%

[@DutchMastaFoo]

THANK YOU THATS WHAT IM FUCKIN SAYIN

[@haley7834]

Edge of darkness>>>>>>

[@wh5601]

Black Smoke Rising >>> Safari Song >>> Highway Tune

[@pedrohernandez7964]

Really? I think highway tune is better

[@nn-fe6ln]

they sound good. what else matters?

[@rosemarie92123]

nothing else matters ,does it make you move ? then its good

[@nn-fe6ln]

@Jake Linville get over it

[@Olivia-uq4ls]

“Sounds like something my dad would be into” haha my dad ADORES Greta Van Fleet

[@johncolteraneoffical]

Olivia my dad does too haha

[@ludwigii9329]

Literally dad rock lmao

[@eezyrider65]

@@ludwigii9329 No, LITERALLY JUST ROCK! Yes, I'm a dad. And, no, I am NOT a CLIQUE dad, I AM THE CLIQUE!!!

[@52ownsyou]

I’m 54 and flat out LOVE GVF as does my 22 year old daughter. She bought me tickets to see them for Father’s Day. She and I went to see them in Philly on 12/30. They sounded amazing live, I just wish our seats had been down lower!

[@MrFath-gg8oj]

"Zepplin rip off! REEEEEEEEE!" Can you not appreciate that a new young band recognized that modern music is stagnant and dug back to the pinnicle of rock? Let them bring good music back...we need it.

[@revolution4189]

All bands sound the same today. Then have band sound like led zeppelin. What is dead sound for years know. And people hate it because sound the same? I don't understand the world

[@TheRealHaloLover]

because we want something NEW

[@izaakwedgwood9153]

There's nothing new under the sun

[@kristoferramirez2038]

Because kids these days only wants a lady gaga and a justine bieber rip off.

[@toorare2live]

Led Zeppelin's sound has already been done, and better than this. And saying the sound has been "dead" is total bs; its all been immortalized on record for anyone to listen to whenever!

[@izaakwedgwood9153]

Zeppelin's sound was done before Robert plant was born

[@TonyTheFloridian]

I also gave their EP a listen for the first time the other day at the recommendation of a coworker and holy shit I'm impressed. The vocalist sounds uncannily like Robert Plant and they just have an awesome vibe. It's crazy that the average age for the band is like 20 considering the level of maturity their sound has.

[@melancholy-6352]

SO SWEET SO FINE SO NICE OH MY

[@matthewsolano887]

MY MY

[@melancholy-6352]

@@matthewsolano887 MY MY OHHHHHHHHH

[@dynasis9004]

Sugaaar wooohh!

[@bittybitty8233]

Mmmmmmmmy. Mmmmmyy

[@bittybitty8233]

Melancholy. LOVE IT !!!!!!😎

[@domnelson294]

regardless if you like them or not, god bless you for making this Edit: I’m glad you like it. Your dancing makes the video very entertaining.

[@ZaneKriglowitz]

The thing that bothers me about GVF are the people who criticize them for being "too unoriginal", or sound too much like Zeppelin... To those people; you do realize that Zeppelin wasn't totally original either, right? (pretty infamously, actually) Learn to just enjoy the music and have fun, like all the band is doing.

[@Letsgobobcats]

Zane Kriglowitz I have a feeling these critics don't want rock to become mainstream again so we can continue with the repetitive, computer generated EDM & bad-sounding pop/hip hop music that has already been around for the better part of a decade. This is the perfect time for rock to make a comeback, especially as we approach the 2020s decade.

[@ZaneKriglowitz]

Yeah, totally. What else can I say, mediocrity and repetition sells, haha.

[@MakeAcid]

it's kinda what weirds me out, I'ts clear the temples are highly inspired by the beatles but they had more variety going on where led zeppelin was kind of samey and plagiarized songs not the best blueprint to follow IMO

[@tommyrandall3489]

@@Letsgobobcats no, there are plenty of rock bands that go overlooked, all Greta Van Fleet are is a gimmick band. People need to pay more attention to bands like IDLES who are creating unique and original music that says something.

[@oneoveronethirtyseven9161]

It's no secret that Zeppelin took material from other artists, but the result was something that sounded unique to them. That's not the case with GVF. To be honest I was really in to GVF for a little while after hearing Highway Tune on the radio and was pretty excited to hear their other stuff. So I put the few songs they had at the time in my playlist and enjoyed them for a few days, but before long I found myself skipping their songs every time they came on. I got bored with them after a dozen or so listens, and I realized that it was because it was just too much Led Zeppelin influence. I love Led Zeppelin but I've listened to them to death, so hearing a new band that sounded exactly like them was cool at first, but in the end I just started wishing GVF had some stuff that sounded more like "them" and less like Led Zeppelin. All that being said, I'm still going to check out their stuff as they release more. I think as time goes on they will blend their current style with more outside influences, and I think the result could be really cool.

[@kingoffire9373]

Good reaction! My list is 1. Black Smoke Rising 2. When the Curtain Falls 3. Watching Over 4. Highway Tune 5. Talk On the Street Cant wait to get my pre-ordered album soon!

[@andrewo607]

Elder King that’s a good list but I’d trade watching over for edge of darkness

[@threesaparty925]

Safari Song?!

[@nilansh23]

Age of man ?

[@alexanovamueller7737]

Mountain of the sun?

[@nmfilmarts5764]

Yes

[@camrom88]

Can't wait for their new album! It comes out on my first live performance as a bassist!

[@dynasis9004]

Cool bro 👍

[@joshuaking9416]

When the curtain falls doesn’t deserve a meh!!! It doesn’t sound anything like high way tune either.

[@shikhindahikar8488]

This band is awesome. Like really really awesome.

[@danielvisintainer3352]

I got hooked on them because the first song I heard was the cover for “A change is gonna come”, that song sealed it for me, such a great cover.

[@WITNESSREVENGE]

People have been crying for a classic rock sounding band and one comes along and they are a ripoff and unoriginal? Ugh i hate this generation

[@fede1324ee]

Because its not just a classic rock band, its a band that sounds like zeppelin, and some of there songs even have similar riffs. I mean, i dont dislike them, but it would be better if they tried making something more original

[@issacwentzel5130]

My band is working on that. We are taking our music very seriously and play original rock but it's got an older vibe because of lots of guitar solos and we are't trying to copy anyone.

[@tristanlamarque1043]

They said the same thing about rush

[@gators9570]

Tame impala bring classic rock sound but their own sound and progression. They’re an example of what people who complain about that are talking about. There’s a difference between being influenced by a ton of older artists and just straight ripping one band off

[@HamiltonRb]

Maybe you should ask Howlin Wolf, Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson and others, how original Zeppelin was

[@GreenRad2012]

I just f-ing LOVE them. No arguing about LZ, no technical vivisection here.. just a huge fan. The energy of their music, their lyrics, their vibe.. that's the sweet spot for me. I will buy every song they release.

[@dansarsland2021]

such a fan since june 2018. beautiful humble young men. I so wish all our youth had their hearts.

[@WitchyWoman-ph2cn]

Flower Power is my absolute favorite yaaaaaas

[@aidanserviss]

Jon dancing to GVF is a mood

[@holdenharper6189]

Sounds about white

[@marinmilos03]

Lover, leaver is a bit older they played it live for quite some time, my personal favourites are edge of darkness, safari song, change is gonna come cover and anthem

[@dwaggs7037]

Yes that's correct. They also shortened the title. It was Lover, Leaver, Taker, Believer.

[@mels.3750]

They're a rip off? I know what a rip off sounds like. These guys sound like they are reincarnated and lived thru the 70s rock era. They sounds as good as any band of that era and maybe better. As a classic rock fan for the last 40 years, I'm thrilled that a band from Gen Z. is bringing back 'real' rock n roll!

[@Fastlan3]

They are young connoisseurs of classic rock / blues. They grew up listen to the same music that inspired the likes of Zeppelin.

[@KendrickMegaFan]

This comment is the most boomer and closed minded thing I’ve ever read

[@benhanson4653]

Fucking spot on!

[@12monkeys30]

Looks like your really hurting, so sad

[@davchr214]

I wish I could've seen you react to "Edge Of Darkness", one of the standouts for me on that release.

[@thatalbumreviewerguy2169]

I heard "Highway Tune" first and didn't really care for it. "Safari Song" is what actually got me to listen to a little more of them. My favorites of theirs are definitely "Safari Song" and "Black Smoke Rising." Also, they are in the alternative charts a bit, just not as high up as the rock charts.

[@frameturtle]

Oh I was thinking beatles at 2:49

[@jedi9125]

Katie George haha yea. I saw it coming right away

[@rubenmorales6887]

You gotta give Greta van fleet some credit the lead singer was born with a natural robert plant like voice

[@pizzarand]

Ruben Morales his voice is more aggressive

[@Interstellar.Shores]

He actually wasn't born with that voice. He trained very hard to make his vlice soind that way. My absolute favorite band though 💜 I love them so much

[@abbeygreco79]

You should check out Edge of Darkness! I personally love GVF. I think they’re injecting a passionate and uplifting spirit into mainstream music that it hasn’t had in a while. They have a classic rock sound for sure, but I think a lot of songs have a fun, modern feel as well. They also blew me away live!

[@sandykempen4498]

Yess! Edge of Darkness is one of my favourites together with Talk On The Street

[@davidscott4905]

Great song

[@gillisdanos9354]

Going see them live in October Can't wait

[@likecrazyhorse]

I love when someone brings up Zeppelin and I counter with Deep Purple and Dio era Sabbath. These boys are all over the scale of 70's metal, and I hear it all and love it.

[@maniacal_engineer]

exactly - I thought he sounded like Dio and the bassist reminds me of Getty, even plays keyboard

[@jacobray6604]

Hey you should listen to the song “watching over”. That’s my favorite song by them. It’s very different to their usual stuff, it kind of reminds me of Pink Floyd a little bit. I think you’ll like it

[@livieegee]

just discovered these guys for some reason. They definitely deserve a little more recognition

[@Camila-do6fm]

I love this band!! I'm so glad that you liked them, can't wait for the album review!

[@sandralaunstein6436]

I think there great, I'm waiting for October 19th! !

[@jonathandigiovanna3955]

What people don't understand is what rock is really about... they wanna bring these guys down because they sound like led zeppelin, but they fail to see what these guys are actually doing... first of all, that's Josh's real voice he's not imitating Plant. Secondly, this band has brought SO MANY PEOPLE together in the spirit of music than any other band for awhile, and if that's not rock n roll, I don't know what is

[@hobs1303]

Can’t believe we’re 3 days from their debut album. Hopefully they don’t disappoint.

[@taiter570]

Hobby I know

[@ARTV-]

I've had it for a few days, the label sent me an advance copy. I don't think y'all will be disappointed if you've liked them up to this point

[@hobs1303]

ARTV Great to hear!

[@phiggidy2]

Love your reviews! Can you please do a Fire Tiger review? They're my favorite 80's/70's inspired pop-rock band.

[@patrickgibsonmusic]

The fan base piss me off so much. They act like there's been no good music since '79

[@GrayWoIf]

I agree they're all like Greta Van Halen is bringing back rock!!! rock never left you're just too lazy to look for modern acts because you want mainstream radio to spoon feed you like they did 30 years ago.

[@patrickgibsonmusic]

@@GrayWoIf exactly my thoughts!!!

[@patriciapedrotti5350]

I think it’s more of a disappointment for many people, they expected music to develop from that time and it did but not in the direction they wanted so they tend emphasize on what “could have been “ even though some of them don’t even know what that is

[@runthejudes]

Patrick-P _Gibson-G Haters piss me off so much

[@robertanastase558]

Not as good as this nope

[@jay7west753]

When he did the hard days night thing I was like hell yeah like it’s does sound close to the Beatles first chord in the song made me smile thx Jon u da man

[@quentinbringthenumetalchil5125]

"Classic rock revival". Anyways, I'm not into them, but I appreciate their musicianship and craft. Hope they delve deeper into the sound they delve deeper into other sounds with experimentation in the future.

[@edenbunn3536]

heyyyy before everyone in the comments attacks GVF, wait until their album comes out this Friday, give it a listen, then give your full opinion. Not hating on you if you don't like their music, just don't judge on their few popular songs before they even have a full length album out

[@avanoelle5333]

Going to their concert in late November with my best friend and it will be my first ever concert! I love them, I got into them in the summer then got my friend into them. It’s really amazing to find a new band you like especially sharing it with your friend. I cannot wait for their new album! Especially in this generation I’m glad they are a thing. They do have a lot more potential and things to improve on ofc but I’m happy with what they are now.

[@USHARDY]

I’m highly anticipating their new album coming out on Friday. I wanna see if they branch out to find their own sound, or just sound like Zeppelin B-sides. Black Smoke Rising and Talk On The Street are two of my favorite songs of theirs that isn’t as Led Zeppelin-esq. as most of their other songs.

[@markhuggler946]

With the album coming out Friday they wanted to keep the sound that got them there they will be branching off on their sophomore album

[@coryr9938]

Is it just me or does this dude remind you of Sheldon from the Big Bang Theory?

[@FloogoGames]

It's just you

[@johnwarnick3695]

I thought the same thing!

[@nbd88811]

Sick dance moves lol 😂👏👏

[@farrahschneider]

I'm so fucking happy that you finally checked them out and I honestly don't care if they sound like Led Zepplin which I can see why others think that and what I like about Greta Van Fleet is the fact that usually nowadays Rock isn't always trending in the mainstream but what they're doing is trying to bring it back to life and showing that it's not dead and never will be and it's the best thing ever right now. I can't wait for their album to drop too and it's going to be lit.

[@geetarbube]

You gotta see these kids live! They released a live version of Lover, Leaver today that is 26 and a half minutes long.

[@anthonylarkins7828]

I think you should give this band a longer listen.they r amazing.growing every day musically.im excited beyond words to see them in Sydney .this 47year old is a full groupie

[@unreborn]

Don’t care what anyone has said, they kick ass. Who cares if they bring rock back or not, as long as they put out good music I’ll listen

[@ferniegoncalves1024]

Definitely awesome...they are great....what vocals......great playing.....🎸🎸🥁🎸🎸

[@ultimatebulldog2824]

Greta Van Fleet they are my favorite band when I first herd them in 2017, I stuck with them ever since then. Josh's vocals are so intriguing with a unique sound for this time. I heard a bit from their new album coming out already and they are already evolving past the Zeppelin comparisons. And although they have similarities still they hare becoming a hybrid of the 60-70s Rock N' Roll( GNR, Rush, Hendrix). What intrigues most about this band is this quote by Sam Kiska :"It's not like we set out to be a rock and roll band, it's just that sound that comes out [when] we get together and play."

[@dicedsghq7043]

I was born in their hometown and my sister went to high school with Danny and Sam. I’ve bumped into Danny a few times and seen them play at Fischer Hall at Auto Fest and Bavarian Fest.

[@archiethornton2812]

Haha someone else who hears hard days night at the start of curtain falls

[@gabe.e33]

I will say they are just as great live! The best concert I've ever been to. Josh's vocals continue to amaze me and Jake shreds amazing solos! Loved the video man🙏

[@deliveryman1970]

Their new album comes out on Friday. And from the tracks they've already released, I can tell they may need a bit more time till they start branching out, and thats okay. It's only their first full album and their very young. If they do get really popular, which I hope they do, it'll be when they've realeased 2 or 3 albums. Personally I would like to see some more instrumental driven songs rather than their vocally driven ones. Like compare for example when the curtain falls and anthem. You will see what I mean. I just think that time is a major, considering their so young and just starting out.

[@Draganox25]

Gonna see them this week in new York, so excited

[@Just-Michael]

The way I see it is that they're clearly an amazing band, they all do their parts really well. However you can only do so much with the style they play so it gets old rather quick. It would be cool if they added something that was so distinctive that the second you hear a song, you know it's them.

[@emmanuellyngberg5494]

Age of Man is extremely underrated on their latest album. It’s long but very well put together.

[@glennaldosf]

They've been smoking too much of Robert's plant....

[@RandyColby]

You've got to hear them tell their story to fully appreciate that they basically mostly listened to this type of music due to their parents large vinyl collection of blues, 60's rock, motown, etc.

[@frankleibman8532]

i love how one of the hashtags are led zeppelin

[@destroiz]

Do a first reaction on One Ok Rock! I found out about them beacause Taka was the only singer who did justice to Chester( LP ) in the tribute concert, and i think you would like them alot!

[@AndreNets7]

Ooh that Muse shirt :)

[@kana7715]

not related to the video but where did you get this muse shirt? pretty cool looking

[@dylancole1910]

I avoided this reaction for awhile because I wasn't in the mood to listen to someone complain about comparisons and influences that are crisp and clear in the music.. but I was pleasantly surprises today when someone who calls himself a critic actually likes them for the reasons they are hated by many. My opinion? As long as they aren't copying lyrics or songs completely and aim to do their own thing with it, who the hell cares who they sound like. Robert Plants sound wasn't exclusive to him, people seem to forget that this is what a lot of rock sounded like back then, especially in the 70s. Robert took influences from other artists and bands just as they took influences from him. The fact that he can sing like that today is just pure talent. It's not as obvious in the recording, but when you see Josh Kiszka perform live you will instantly notice that singing in this way is not at all hard or a huge strain on his chords. He can naturally reach those notes and that pitch without damaging his vocal chords, because he was also trained by a really good voice coach that taught him how to properly care for his voice after these intense notes and belts. They also stated that they weren't even planning on the whole Led Zepplin sound alike type vibe, they had just wanted to be a rock band inspired by the music they grew up on not specifically Led Zepplin ( they also mentioned quite often being influenced by The doors and Aerosmith). Both Sam and Jake both said in an interview that although they knew Josh ( lead singer) could sing, they didn't know he could pull off that particular tone so easily. Their earlier stuff is very 70s rock, but generic to most rock back then-which I'm not saying is a bad thing or a criticism. They didn't have Plant in mind when releasing their first single, but, of course because of the coincidental vocal choices that's what many people think. Their later stuff though ( talking about their most recent album released in 2021), is where they REALLY started to find their sound and I believe now they've established something that is incredibly unique to them. Wonderfully, though, they still haven't lost that 70s vibe, still choosing to dress extravagantly for lives and videos and Josh never lost his Plant-esque tone. It's very obvious how much they've grown as a band there.

[@bioof4]

This is a really long comment

[@brittanygidley6081]

I love Greta Van Fleet, they’re truly amazing!! This is what we need, my favorite song by them is Black Smoke Rising.

[@MarlinRectory]

black smoke rising is my favorite. So glad you did GVF!!!

[@keenanrodammer9493]

I grew up a few miles away and have met them on many occasions. The youngest two graduated high school in 2017. They’re from a super touristy town called Frankenmuth. (It’s like German Epcot Center). The name came from a local who won an enormous quilt made by high school students where they played one of their first shows.

[@tristanmaguire8011]

Anyone know what that intro song is? Thanks.

[@jeffgrant4168]

I'm 63. I've seen Led Zep twice, in 73 and 77. This band grows on ya. Give them a chance! HIGHWAY TUNE AN INSTANT CLASSIC. REMINDS ME OF THE RAGE WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE CAUSED! Plus, they're from Frankenmuth, 60 miles down the road! Rock out Bros!

[@Acadiaspartan]

Hey Jon! You should definitely check out Starset, Devour the Day, or As Lions. All great bands!

[@guitarguy11695]

Awesome stuff bro. Much respect. We share many of the same thoughts and feelings. 👌

[@isaiahzamarripa1164]

I love your reaction your having fun it’s awesome

[@Borgmatha1027]

When the Curtain Falls isnt anything special, but its a great god damn rock song to jam out to, ROCK ON!

[@cosmicjosie]

They're giving me retro rock vibes so I'll def give them more of a listen 💯

[@danielconley6578]

in love with greta van fleet. all ive wanted in a band today

[@viejoboros]

I first heard Safari song and that got me hooked. I loved the EPs they released and the covers they did. With the first LP, I didn't think I'd like most of the album songs. I liked all of them. Over the years, lots of the new bands always get compared to rock gods and people just rip on them because they finally have something they begged for and now it's not enough for them. I'd say congrats to them as they keep having sold out concerts and adding extra days due to high demand. They will keep growing, I'm sure of it

[@BBDOT]

I would highly recommend a band called Rare Americans! They recently released their debut album and they are very new but their music is amazing!!!

[@robertkeenan7210]

GRETTA VAN FLEET ROCKS OUT!!! There style , his movements , the GUTAR rif maniac of the new age bands!!!! It's a turn up the volume and rock the walls out!!! Love em !!!!!

[@AgusFerPy]

Greta Van Fleet is the name of their neighbor, an old lady in their hometown

[@Jey_PX]

ARTV coming at us with the h3h3 moves

[@nicksmith3820]

Extended version of lover leaver will be on the album

[@speedkrieg99]

Gonna see them live on the 5th of November in Copenhagen.

[@taylorknaggs1089]

You need to watch the When the curtain falls live on fallon, I think youd love Josh's " Do it jakey"

[@crabbit2397]

That was a crazy good performance!

[@lovestwolaugh]

Love these fellas! Their respect for the origins of blues 'n folk is very present. I can't remember the last time I've enjoyed a new band so much (2012 is still kind new given there's stuff from the 30's I dig as well)!

[@metalheadwill9633]

I really love Greta van fleet I saw them live last year in Brisbane Australia they were awesome

[@WeCanBeFamous1]

I have loved this band for a while and I’ve tried getting other people into them but everyone hates on them even my other friends who love classic rock as much as me it’s a shame I’m only 23 but I’m super stoked that they are bringing back the classic feel it’s very refreshing! Great video too new subscriber here!

[@scruffy5119]

I fucking love GVF and the boys in the band are so down to earth and chill, love the three brothers and their stories

[@rubix3413]

Honestly I think the claims that they sound too much like Zeppelin are overplayed, the band does have their own unique sound and feel which on odd occasion may veer a little into Zeppelin territory, mostly on their more riff based songs. However I think this really comes down to the fact that they were influenced by the same kind of blues and folk acts that Zeppelin was being influenced by (and on occasion stealing from). So that occasional similarity is due to a common influence rather than imitation. Musically at least. In terms of Vocals, yeah Josh sounds quite a bit like Plant but I mean, that's just how his voice sounds, the kid can't help it, so, just leave him alone. Besides if it ain't broke don't fix it.

[@WarlordStarcraft2]

RUBIX3 right, they don't actually sound EXACTLY like zeppelin.

[@fagelfan]

Also check out "watching over", one of their new songs its pretty dope

[@jeffreyhanson9930]

Very articulate and informed comments. Thanks. By the way, I love these guys.

[@raybassman7536]

Bass player is the keyboard player too.

[@buddymccallum5998]

This Guy is Eric from That 70’s Show in real life. Except 40 years later