Platinum Awarded Engineer Reacts to Greta Van Fleet - "When The Curtain Falls"

[@waynebush7953]

I'm 55 and " a boomer". I LOVE Zepplin! Do they sound similar? Very similar? Yeah. But I don't care! Zepplin didn't write this song or Highway Tune, etc., etc. I hear differences as much as I hear similarities and ya know what? Zepplin screwed me and stopped making music as a group since 1980 and Plant has repeatedly refused to do a reunion album, tour, song, anything! That's fine. That's his prerogative. I'm going to enjoy listening to these kids and see where they go. Best of luck to Greta Van Fleet! Sounds great!

[@mharclerode]

Zep screwed you?? WTF- dude if you don't understand that Zep is NOT Zep without Bonham, then sorry you don't know shit about what made Zeppelin the best.

[@act9246]

55... your gen-x

[@prof113]

Also, members of Zep have confessed, in interviews, to "borrowing" heavily from many other groups. Turn about is fair play. Plant found GVF delightful, so.... I would be thrilled if people just let it go. Enough, we get it. We can hear similarities, too....and differences, by the way. But to be critical of these guys for the Zep connection? Weird. Everyone borrows and remixes. That true from creative efforts to how we develop our personalities. When we create our music, act, and write our literature, elements are borrowed. Nothing is wholly original. Mark Twain even talks about this a great deal and confesses it. We even do it in less artistic endeavors.

[@loriholman6125]

@@prof113 Zeppelin stole music, but still made it there mix. Was all time favorites of all. ✨GVF We all Rock on. These guy's are a PRODIGY, and I love everything thing about them. They're beyond their years. ❤️ & ☮️

[@waynebush7953]

@@act9246 1964. Baby Boomer. Google. Try it. Who the hell do you people think you are coming at me telling me about me? You don't know me! Piss off!

[@donna3465]

With all due respect, I think you’re wrong about the auto tune. I don’t think it’s being used, only because I’ve heard him sing on radio shows, and he has pretty much spot-on vocals.

[@owenmarshall2599]

Donna M same I saw them live they sound exactly the same

[@dansheehan8754]

EXACTLY, see my comment above which I wrote before seeing this.

[@vonkiser]

I know. Thats where I quit watching this clown. Havent seen them live yet-but have watched footage. They arent auto tuning. Christ watch them do the acoustic version of flower power. Not auto tune-just long hours of perfecting their craft as a band.

[@nitro_001newman2]

He didn’t say he was positively right, he just suspected it certain parts. I think he now knows he’s wrong. Well, do you Mr. Engineer?

[@dansheehan8754]

@@nitro_001newman2 Been a few days since I saw the video but I am pretty certain I remember him stating in a kind of cocky fashion that he could definitely hear Autotune.

[@timotheusn.h.nakashona1001]

The Led Zeppelin comparisons aside, these kids are immensely talented and I wish them the best for the future.

[@birdonfire415]

Timotheus H. Nakashona Yeah latest album wasn’t the best but when the curtain falls is an amazing song

[@fernforwood3989]

Timotheus H. Nakashona They should be viewed as a cover band. Be original. They’re not.

[@jerbearinc677]

@@fernforwood3989 I won't judge whether they should be viewed as a cover band or not but they're certainly giving us fans what we've wanted for a long time.

[@soundmannh9790]

@@fernforwood3989 That's what critics originally said about Led Zeppelin.

[@peuptyhaha]

Soundman NH. Negative. Zeppelin may have a rep for stealing other peoples’ songs, but they definitely developed their own sound. This band has not developed they’re own sound. They’ve just written their own songs.

[@G5Hohn]

If someone is mistaking you for a young Led Zep, you are not doing much wrong at all.

[@ChickenatorJr]

well yeah, they stole Zep's sound, not only that but coped their gear and even stage presence and mannerisms. Complete joke of a band.

[@jmarsh22]

@@ChickenatorJr You must be a lot of fun at parties.

[@JSRoman-nx1uw]

I agree... the same folks crying that they "stole" from Zepplin are likely the same people complaining that "today's music" is lacking and it's not like the music of "our day". People should really stop and enjoy the fact that the new generation is demonstrating such a respect for classic rock.

[@scottandersen4798]

Michael Sallai what do you mean? page played a tele, not an sg, and jazz basses are played by almost ever rock bassist ever

[@michalescarn511]

@@ChickenatorJr first of all last I checked jimmy page didnt play an sg. John paul jones rarely played a fender bass amp. Jake does hip motions. Jimmy doesnt. Sam does his own thing and so does the drummer. What about all the times zeppelin copied other heavily blues bands? What about them getting in trouble on writing stairway to heaven which was really a song from spirit? Know your facts dude

[@mclaireh.1399]

I’ve seen them live, and I’m telling ya - they sound absolutely incredible live, if not better. Josh has crazy talent; it’s shocking, but that’s really how he sounds. They’re phenomenal.

[@roquefortfiles]

These guys are product. They're not music. Some music executive told them that there is a whole mess of 20 year olds who've never heard of Led Zeppelin.

[@mclaireh.1399]

roquefortfiles Okay, boomer!

[@mclaireh.1399]

roquefortfiles these guys have been playing together since they were kids. No music executives, no fakes, just pure and honest talent. I’ve been listening to Led Zeppelin for as long as I can remember, so I’m glad they’re bringing back classic rock into a generation that only listens to rap and hip-hop. Don’t be that guy and try to ruin this.

[@roquefortfiles]

@@mclaireh.1399 I play guitar. I've been in a few bands. They're good musicians. But their material is PRODUCT. Its not art. They need better songs. And I am not the only one saying it.

[@roquefortfiles]

@@mclaireh.1399 So let me get this straight. A recycled completely generic unoriginal sound is GOOD? When the Cars came out nobody had heard anything like them.

[@FelixGubbins]

Rush were criticised for sounding like Led Zeppelin. Look how that ended up. Looking forward to hearing how Greta Van Fleet grow as a band

[@johnorpheus7040]

They don't just sound like Zeppelin it's a blatant attempt to copy them. No originality at all. Isn't having your own sound a requirement?

[@PereVale]

@@johnorpheus7040 They have the blessing from Robert Plant. He likes them, so I doubt that he considers them copycats

[@ImCarrotsforBananas]

Well, by their third album, Rush had developed their own sound. Greta van Fleet still sounds like Led Zeppelin. I think they're very talented and make good music, but it's just too similar.

[@FelixGubbins]

Seeing as they’ve released one studio album so far (plus two EPs) they get the benefit of the doubt from me for now

[@PereVale]

@@FelixGubbins Besides, the second EP is the same first EP with a few more songs 😅

[@OkByeNw]

I've seen them live twice and I'll say that Josh is totally capable of replicating everything he does on the album live. He actually sounds closer to his studio version than any other front man that I've ever heard. it's definitely possible that they used some autotune and I'd prefer if they didn't, because the reality is that he genuinely didn't need it. The way he sings is very natural for him.

[@mmonkeyman1403]

Theres quite a lengthy article from the actual engineer and producer of the album about this song. No autotune apparently, some creative stuff from what I gather.

[@OkByeNw]

@@mmonkeyman1403 can you link that article or post the outlet and title for me?

[@daviddude2547]

He did a song a radio show it was great

[@tepinj]

I'm happy to hear that and have had friends say the same. I still wonder how he can keep it up. They kicked it on The Tonight Show.

[@billycrist2654]

I have too,,This guy is FLAT wrong.

[@roflc0re]

We should be happy that Rock is back and Young People have starten listen to it. My nephews favorite band is Led Zeppelin and he also love Greta Van Fleet. It's the same for me. Why can't we Love both?

[@trevorkendrick7028]

Definitely agree. Everyone complains about new music then they complain about someone recreating sounds from the past. Not a huge Greta fan but love the "rebirth" of classic sounds.

[@Michael-nd7gh]

@@trevorkendrick7028 If people are complaining about "new" music they should turn their radio off and actually look for good music. There's a TON of new music that rocks but you're not going to find it on the radio. There is literally NOTHING on the radio worth listening to. But people can find the good stuff if they quit being lazy and actually look.

[@Guppusmaximus]

So, you must've dug some Black Country Communion then. Those guys had the spirit of Zeppelin with the talent to match.

[@rupe82]

Rock never went away.

[@dontgotocollege5232]

Listen to King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. Youll have a favourite new band.

[@waynesmith5442]

There are videos of them performing live and josh is still nailing it

[@tarawerner4271]

Josh is a 100% natural and gifted singer who doesn't need auto-tune. When his voice does miss or get weak for whatever reason...it is what it is...they leave it alone because even the masters aren't perfect all the time.

[@davidskinner570]

Came here to say this. Lol Somebody tell this guy to watch them live.

[@derekwhidden9730]

So I'm 47, and I have been listening to Led Zeppelin a real long time. I also followed Robert Plant into his solo career, and how, going into the 80's it started to sound more like pop. But that was the direction music was taking. The first time I heard "Highway Song" on the radio I was like wtf. Was there a song I missed somewhere? It did not take long to realize it was not a Zeppelin tune, the DJ announced Greta Van Fleet, and I have been following them since then. I have never heard the words "tribute band" being used in the same sentence. I have not heard any negative comments coming from rock purists either. My thought, is if this guy sounds like Robert Plant, then that is the way it is. Should he deny his love of music because he sounds like someone else? Hell no! And the rest of the band is working with that. I don't know how many times in the past I have heard a musician borrow a guitar riff or a bass line from another musician. Yeah maybe they changed out some notes or maybe it sounds exactly the same. Greta Van Fleet is not sampling, they are not using lyrics, they are not plagiarizing Led Zeppelin. They are creating new songs using the same technics the Led Zeppelin used, and Josh Kiszka just happens to sound like Robert Plant. Its refreshing, actually.

[@emilianosg8385]

very well said! I was waiting for someone to realize that they are not trying to copy, it's what they like doing and it shows, and actually, this guy has a better voice than plant, there, he might not be as charismatic as plant, but he got a bigger and better voice overall.

[@nortski78]

This guy get's it, well said dude.

[@marcussoleil3733]

Josh sounds more like Geddy Lee really.

[@spencercoulter9325]

Spot on, man. I couldn’t have put it better.

[@donna3465]

Marcus Soleil I agree!

[@annavan9208]

I want one video JUST ONE where Led Zeppelin isn’t reference just listen to them and appreciate what they are doing. To add on to that he definitely does not auto tune I’ve seen these guys live multiple times and it sounds exactly some could even say better

[@rondiacarman376]

Amen! STFU about zeppelin! These guys are talented! Enough said!

[@benhanson4653]

Well said. There has been NOTHING even close to Zepplin for god knows how many years. All of a sudden a band sounds similar to arguably one of the best bands of all time and people hate on it... Be grateful that 60/70s rock is making a comeback.

[@poman1976]

Well, they need to record something that isn't a direct copy of Led Zeppelin.

[@jesussalazar8054]

There’s no denying they sound like zeppelin

[@michaelsmith5021]

You got that right! There's no controversies. There's people trying to detract from what these Young Men are doing! Bringing Back Rock and Roll. They have their own sound! I saw Zeppelin and it was Incredible. This drummer is not John Bonham. That's not Robert Plant. Jimmy Page is not the Guitarist. Different style if you listen close! I CALL BS ON THE ZEPPELIN COMPARISONS AND THOSE WHO MAKE THE COMPARISONS!

[@baronwright2352]

Why does this band even get hate, we’re here to enjoy music and rock out. If you dislike it then find something that makes you happy

[@davidlaziness]

Because they're stealing from the greats. Can you have your own sound while drawing from your influences? Yes. Is this what they're doing? Not at all. Nothing they're doing is original aside from the fact they're not a cover band. Come on, they even use the same instruments zeppelin used along with the same recording techniques. Are they talented? Yup. But they're using their talent to completely mimic another very successful band.

[@PatronSaintSpyridon]

silver spoon kids. no weight in the lyric message.

[@scotv5099]

All true... But I haven't heard another band in 10 years that I like as much as GVF. There's no reason to hate on art of any kind. You either like it or you don't.... Move on without criticizing.

[@davidlaziness]

@@scotv5099 art? Stealing what another artist does to a T is not art, its theft. At the least it's just unoriginal and boring. And if they're the best band you've heard in 10 years I suggest you broaden your musical horizon.

[@scotv5099]

@@davidlaziness cute.... Stealing from Zep. My favorite band, Led Zeppelin, turned me onto the blues of Willie Dixon, Howlin Wolf, Billie Holiday, John Lee Hooker, etc. Same with the Rolling Stones.... I never understood why Kingdom Come caught so much flak when so many bands were striving for the Zep sound. I have an affinity for every type of music there is and have spent hours sharing, debating, analyzing, even criticizing (I'm a hypocrite) every style of music you can imagine with some of the most talented and knowledgeable musicians you could ever meet. We call it Bose Battles because we started with a portable Bose Bluetooth speaker. Each person takes turns picking any song available on KZbin or wherever and you listen and discuss. (Or argue, laugh, joke, say inappropriate things.... Whatever). The first two of my friends who did this were a jazz bass player and a country/southern rock singer guitarist and myself (metal at heart). Turns out we all loved when someone would pick the Bee Gees, Barry Manilow or the Carpenters, etc. You should try it it's alot of fun. As far as art....I could attempt to paint an exact replica of a Picasso or record an original song with every instrument and every onstage movement sounding and looking like Led Zeppelin and only expect it to be taken for what it is.... And enjoyed by those that like it.

[@jeramiewalton9237]

I'm 40 and this band brings a tear of hope to my eye every damn time i hear them. Good music is hanging on still.

[@salvie5]

Enjoy slipping silently into a sweet nostalgia coma boomer, you earned it. No new thoughts allowed!!!!

[@iNBee24]

@@salvie5 40 year old boomer? Though I agree with your point. There is a ton of amazing music now, you just have to find it in the ever-growing sea of artists. You probably won't find it on the radio, but who the hell listens to the radio anymore anyway.

[@duanefromjustice316]

If you were looking for new music that sounds like 70's hard rock, Rival Sons have been around since 2009. But I'm sure you didn't want to have to search for it, and preferred to have your music of choice served to you on a radio platter.

[@scottlowman.1044]

The more I listen to Greta the less I hear Zeppelin and the more I hear them.

[@relativetruth8889]

Yes Tyler that's right... he's deluded. This from the guy makes Mr Split look like a regular dude...

[@reimourrpower9357]

You must be highly telepathic. So do you hear the Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Joan Baez, Bert Jansch & Jeff Beck in Greta?

[@joeladams5032]

Same Heavily influenced but distinct

[@JoeLink56]

ReiMourr Power What about Metal Church, and Rush!!!

[@leonardocestari9894]

@Luke the majority of people think like this until they start hearing their music, I was like you before, I always said: "Oh, greta is trash, its just a ripoff of zeppelin" and then one day I heard their two albums, and in my humble opinion, the only song that is way too similar of zeppelin is: "safari song", but the other song are not that similar, specially in the second album (in my opinion)

[@ilabelle1]

I don't care who they sound like. Can they play? Yes. Do they have good songs? I like 'em. What about their future career potential? I'm paying attention.

[@marctitus3859]

Ian Labelle when you say “sound like”, usually that might mean, by coincidence. What he’s saying he hears, in his opinion, is that it is NOT by coincidence, but blatantly by design.

[@ilabelle1]

@@marctitus3859 For me It's the bottom line that matters. I am not too concerned about who's ripping off who. I understand the argument but it just doesn't matter to me. I remember the same thing happened with Marillion when they showed up in the early eighties. They were heavily criticized for sounding a lot like early Gabriel Genesis. I love early Genesis and didn't have a problem with Marillion taking up the mantle. Besides It's the nature of rock music. Every band takes a little of this a little of that and tries to make their own thing out of it. That's how music grows and evolves. Sounding a lot like Zeppelin is a lot better than sounding a lot like the Bay City Rollers. Keep on rocking Greta!

[@isileiliparis8626]

@Ian Labelle thanks for your comment. Ive seen these guys live and they're the most talented musician's ive seen play.

[@ilabelle1]

@@isileiliparis8626 That's cool. I am not sure that they are the most talented people I have ever heard. I am old skool. I consider super talent as people that have truly created something never heard before. Think Frank Zappa or Pink Floyd. No one ever sounded like them when they came out. To me that is extraordinary talent. Having said that I like GFV because I can feel what they do. For me that is the number one feature of music in general. Does it move you? If it does then you can safely call it good music for you.

[@thegreenwave6741]

You must really like cover bands.

[@rufscooby1]

robert plant said he really loved this band.

[@FrogFishLeezerd]

Alex Lifeson as well!

[@MrDoodlebug68018]

Love Greta Van Fleet, they're the 1st band I've been excited about in a long, long time! ❤🎸🎤🥁🎶🎵🎙

[@JohnnyBargeldBoom]

People: "We need more Bands that sounds like Zeppelin!" GRETA VAN FLEET arrives. People: "This is crap, because it sounds like Zeppelin!"

[@andreaspoppe3906]

i also dont get it. its so frustrating to have these old experts riff on the only light at the end of an autotuned tunnel. sure lets attack and discourage the only actual rock that exists nowadays because were frustrated old men.

[@GoPLG]

Andreas Poppe If you think Greta Van Fleet is the only actual rock band out now you aren’t really searching. The problem with Greta Van Fleet is that they’re a pale imitation of Zeppelin. Making music like Zeppelin is cool, copying their entire musical style is lame.

[@rich1051414]

Old people like to have reasons to insult the new generation. That is why 'modern music sucks', cause 'no one sounds like zeppelin'. When these guys arrived, it just pissed the old people off more for taking away their insults, so they then fall back on 'modern music is unoriginal'. Ok, boomer.

[@failadin1]

@@rich1051414 This music is unoriginal uninspired garbage. I mean SURE led zeppelin can be an influence but HOLY SHIT way to not even hide it at all. The way the lead singer sounds??? like come on dude thats literally robert plant jr.

[@kitten-whisperer]

I don't know where you are that you hear people say more bands need to sound like Zeppelin. No one wants that.

[@juliemanarin4127]

Watch a live performance...his voice is truly amazing! Since Zeppelin is my favorite all time band so I love the Zeppelin-inspired songs!!

[@louofm1]

I live about 20 minutes south of their hometown, here in Michigan. They have been huge around here since the start. They have already opened for Bob seager,, Elton John, and many others. Just announced, they will be touring with Metallica too.

[@StrawberryJesuss]

Lol. Metallica and Greta Van Fleet. What an absolute shitshow

[@masonsmith2699]

Jonathan Jensen are you stupid you must be?

[@brighte2712]

@@masonsmith2699 he's definitely stupid

[@chadwboyer]

The middle aged dudes really have a hard time with the Zeppelin thing. They just struggle to get past it. But bottom line: GRETA ROCKS!

[@wandajames143]

I saw them live and it was mostly middle aged dudes, so I don’t understand your statement.

[@fernforwood3989]

Yes. They rock to some people because they’re doing a shallow mimicry of what Zeppelin did forty years ago. So really, it’s Zeppelin that rocks. These guys are a tribute band.

[@chadwboyer]

@@fernforwood3989 OK Boomer

[@chadwboyer]

@@wandajames143 I saw them live twice and it was 16-80 years with a lot of young ladies all ABOUT the band. Sold-out show. And people stood for the whole performance. So what's your point? The Pitchfork review, so many people on here, they're just bitter Olds angry with the Utes for bringing back rock and roll and daring to tread on their dried-up old memories.

[@wandajames143]

cdub I said! Most of the crowd was middle aged people. MANY of their fans are middle aged. Period.

[@thor8580]

They sound awesome live in concert I don’t know much about auto tune but they sound just as good or better live.

[@frankiewinchester5534]

Although, sure, they may be doing the "Zeppelin Thing", I still think it's great that they're bringing back this era of great music to the younger generations. PLUS, they actually sound pretty great!

[@iNBee24]

I often hear people talk as if these earlier generations of rock were "lost" on younger people. Maybe I am not as young as you are referring to (high school class of 2006), but my classmates obsessed over zeppelin, pink floyd, ac/dc, etc. to the point it was embarrassing. The most rewarding musical experiences in my life have been live shows with bands on the cusp of recognition, playing their hearts out, and there were and are plenty to be found. With that said, this band is obviously talented and I think they have their own quirks that set them apart.

[@frankiewinchester5534]

@@iNBee24 That's awesome! And although I'm barely turning 20 this year, I was raised on these amazing years of music. What I meant was, a lot of the great sounds (from this era or the next) that have evolved are great, but have become generic to where it all sounds too similar. It's nice to have a break from the same sounds with the same words. It's nice to hear some NEW "classic rock sounds" that aren't the ones we already know and love, ya know? Just brings an "infinite" feeling to the Classic Rock Sound.

[@DublinIsBubblin]

Weird how being called "Too much like Led Zeppelin" is an insult.

[@drasticwillb]

Like a car that's too much like a Corvette.

[@Michael-yp8uq]

Luke they’re not a cheap novelty act 😂 they make their own music that sounds brilliant, and winning a grammy for one of their albums. Just because it sounds like led zeppelin doesnt make it a knock off. Even Robert Plant the lead singer of led zeppelin likes them

[@NeverBeenOnMaury]

The thing is when people started to sat they sound like zeppelin the guys said they see no connection.. They should have just said the truth, were huge zeppelin fans and they greatly influenced us and were honored that you compared us to them. Instead they went zeppelin who?

[@tomjones5418]

The "Hard day's night chord" in the beginning. Little Beatles in there.

[@tomjones5418]

A few straight up Jimmy Page licks not even trying to disguise themselves in there. Haha still cool. I don't care. Better than most of what's coming around these days.

[@jaki666va]

I thought it was just me 😂 every time I hear it I hear hard days night

[@tomjones5418]

Jacqueline Vegova It's hard not to get ready for it. Kind of seared in to my memory.

[@brokentiles]

☝ Glad someone else caught that, Tom. Bingo.

[@garyives1218]

@@tomjones5418 Haha, yep I immediately commented on that. I wonder if this award winning engineer caught that. I mean WTF he has no problem mentioning Led Zeppelin why wouldn't he mention this gem chord if he caught it. We are too cool :)

[@sincerusone]

They were first loved for their authenticity and live energy in those early shows. So thats performance power. Frankly on this new album, suer there are the Led Zeppelin elements but we also hear Brian Johnson(ACDC) in there and Geddy Lee (RUSH), so who knows. I think this constant dissection of bands thing going on is a bit bizarre. We need this, as you kind of pointed out. The greats are all dying off now, and many have done very little in the past decades, so let let these lads grow in to their shoes.

[@redzwestisbest]

i don't get the dissection of this band. You want fresh musicians who want to play this type of music and we push them away before their prime..which is really 10 years away

[@timothycormier3494]

I agree, I hear a big rush influence in their music. Listening to as much of their music as I can find, I’ve heard many many influences. It’s that Zeppelin influence that’s most predominant. I think these kids sound great!

[@s1d299]

@@timothycormier3494 Exactly. I've heard all their stuff that's on YT, and they are a wonderfully talented and diverse group. When they go in a Zeppelin direction they sound stunningly similar, which I love. When they go in other directions, they sound different. We're in for a great ride, and it's just starting!

[@underthetrees4780]

@@redzwestisbest exactly, they are still kids, half the bad can't legally drink, they were playing venues a few years ago they weren't allowed into as patrons. For me their song writing is a little bit lacking, but with some age and experience I expect that to grow.

[@brighte2712]

@@redzwestisbest exactly

[@bryanguillen9167]

They bring their own twist to the Zeppelin sound. Stop comparing them. These dudes are crazy talented and they have made some crazy good songs. ENJOY THEM!

[@WKDPOWER]

If they DID bring their own twist to the sound it'd be great, but they don't. It's flat out Zeppelin.

[@catinthehat906]

They certainly have the same basic blues influences as Zeppelin, but to say they are copyists is unfair.

[@carsonburchnall2930]

@@WKDPOWER if that's what YOU believe, cool. Led Zeppelin and GVF are 2 of my favourite bands. If one listens to them side by side, it's elementary to sound the differences. Also, almost all pop-cult music nowadays sounds like, and you don't see people freaking out about Ed Sheeran copying Justin Beiber or vis vers.

[@dwatts64]

I REALLY wanna see a new reaction to 'Broken Bells' or really any of the songs from the upcoming Battle at Garden's Gate album. You can tell there's serious classic 70's rock vibes, but it's a lot less straight Zeppelin. They're certainly developing more of their own sound while still very much being a modern classic rock. I hear The Who a lot in the new stuff like 'My Way, Soon' and I get some Fleetwood Mac fronted by Robert Plant vibes on 'Heat Above.'

[@556andy]

Dont even bother this clown will still say its Led Zeppelin like sadly im a big fan of Greta too haha

[@jeremymiller4231]

I don’t think he uses auto tune. Watch them live.

[@Wenyi108]

jeremy miller I agree

[@GITMmusic]

Lol just because he doesnt use it live doesn’t mean their engineeer doesn’t touch it up in production. You really think You have better ears than this guy? Lol

[@Wenyi108]

Ghost in the Machine he even said he might be totally mistaking thought Every album production has some work done on it That’s the “producing” part 😂 These guys definitely don’t overdo it and he kills it live!

[@GITMmusic]

Wenyi108 well I do agree they don’t overdo it and it sounds great. It arguing against that at all! Just saying there’s definitely some mild pitch correction going on. Nothing crazy like you’d see in hip or anything. Great voice regardless

[@Wenyi108]

Ghost in the Machine agreed 👍

[@gme5400]

You don’t think Zep took from others as well? They did unapologetically!

[@zeppelin926]

They still had their own sound and these guys ripped it

[@woodedape]

Exactly.

[@marctitus3859]

Regina Roberts Zep ripped off blues lyrics. They created completely original renditions of songs where they did. By and in large, they composed a body of original work on their own merits. I’ll add, Zeppelin could display more talent in sound check than most bands could muster in a career. Let that sink in.

[@lt9316]

That's why their in litigation constantly over Stairway.

[@mcdingus5081]

Everyone takes inspiration from others to create their music. EVERYONE. The problem with Greta Van Fleet is that they are in essence just flat out emulating Led Zeppelin completely. They are bringing Nothing to the table themselves. They are just a band created for the sole purpose of marketing themselves to 50 year old dads and their young daughters. Zeppelin took a ton of inspiration from blues legends, no doubt- but they didn't flat out sound exactly like any of them. Greta Van Fleet is a tribute band, nothing more. They sound like one singular band- and that's it. I'm just waiting for their version of stairway to Heaven- because that's when they will have jumped the shark and everyone will forget about them 5 years from then.

[@GuitarWithDofka]

I'm great with the Zep influence with such a young band. Glad to hear drums that DO NOT sound like Superior Drummer.

[@roberttosa2560]

Robert Plant said he likes these guys so... 🤷‍♂️

[@danieltanner8762]

Robert Cairns who cares they still need to get their own sound

[@roberttosa2560]

Lewd, Rude and Crude Old Dude ... not. Not at all. Listen to what you love. If it’s not this band, there are plenty to choose from.

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

@@danieltanner8762 How much time has to go by before a band can sound like Zeppelin? They haven't put any new music out for 40 years and never will again. Do you like Zeppelin? Wouldn't you rather hear new songs that are reminiscent of them? I would. People said Queen was a rip-off of Zeppelin when they first came out too. IN THE 70s.

[@MisterPubbs]

Also back in the day zepplin was getting much hate and was considered a rip off of pripr artists so who cares? If its good its good. Facts. And you shouldn't care who they sound like or if they try to sound lile anyone

[@kmjr2400]

@Whatever Exactly, Robert Plant was saying it sarcastically. He said, I've heard that voice before. These guys have talent, but for gods sake, please find your own sound. GVF ,can't hold a candle to ZEPPELIN!!!

[@markr8755]

Grew up with Al Sutton. He was so into music at an early age. In 3rd grade he was telling me what songs to check out and what albums I should buy. Not surprised how his life turned out.

[@Beebeebombie]

They released their album called Battle at Garden's Gate recently. In that album, you hear Greta Van Fleet, not LedZep. It's beautiful and has their own sound. You should check that out.

[@darrengillesdarrengilles8336]

I am 56 and I woke up for work this morning with the highway song buzzing in my head from the night before, funny how music can do that, I think the most notable trait of these young guys and their music is their ability to rekindle a long dwindled adrenal rush music used to give me. Consider I lived through the British invasion and listened to the development of the biggest bands ever to blaze trails into all our lives. What is cool is that Led Zeppelin rose to fame at a time when the world was ready for them and they were not hindered with familiarity and saturation of the genera they would eventually posses , in other words they were not hindered by some of the hurdles GVF has had to overcome , all this music has been done before and done to death for decades , the fact that these guys are catching on so quickly despite that, is testament to just how talented they are , the cohesiveness of their sound the lyrics melodies tempo timing beat inflections and blazing stunningly unique vocals by Josh are what make GVF able to bulldoze through a jaded audience deadened by decades of musical mediocrity and ignite the excitement in people garnishing reactions such as the ones on this blog, to simply say as Dennis Ward has GVF is reminiscent of Led Zeppelin and that is their appeal is crushingly marginalizing , my God listen to the acoustic version of Black Smoke Rising, Edge of Darkness these are genuinely masterful songwriters singers and musicians. These guys are on fire and I can’t wait to hear what comes next. I still remember how it felt when I got my first Zeppelin, Stones , Floyd LP and so many other monster talents, the only reason I can remember , and I am being completely sincere in saying this , is that after listening to this entire track , for the first time in decades I felt it again I want to have all my friends over and crank this cool new album buy this new band Greta Van Fleet in its unstoppable infancy and we will all play air guitar and get buzzed laugh and not give a fuck about anything because the music is doing the talking and pulled us all out of our heads to let us live in the moment, that's some serious spiritual currency . Peace Everybody,,,,,, Darren.

[@darrengillesdarrengilles8336]

I am 56 and I woke up for work this morning with the highway song buzzing in my head from the night before, funny how music can do that, I think the most notable trait of these young guys and their music is their ability to rekindle a long dwindled adrenal rush music used to give me. Consider I lived through the British invasion and listened to the development of the biggest bands ever to blaze trails into all our lives. What is cool is that Led Zeppelin rose to fame at a time when the world was ready for them and they were not hindered with familiarity and saturation of the genera they would eventually posses , in other words they were not hindered by some of the hurdles GVF has had to overcome , all this music has been done before and done to death for decades , the fact that these guys are catching on so quickly despite that, is testament to just how talented they are , the cohesiveness of their sound the lyrics melodies tempo timing beat inflections and blazing stunningly unique vocals by Josh are what make GVF able to bulldoze through a jaded audience deadened by decades of musical mediocrity and ignite the excitement in people garnishing reactions such as the ones on this blog, to simply say as Dennis Ward has GVF is reminiscent of Led Zeppelin and that is their appeal is crushingly marginalizing , my God listen to the acoustic version of Black Smoke Rising, Edge of Darkness these are genuinely masterful songwriters singers and musicians. These guys are on fire and I can’t wait to hear what comes next. I still remember how it felt when I got my first Zeppelin, Stones , Floyd LP and so many other monster talents, the only reason I can remember , and I am being completely sincere in saying this , is that after listening to this entire track , for the first time in decades I felt it again I want to have all my friends over and crank this cool new album buy this new band Greta Van Fleet in its unstoppable infancy and we will all play air guitar and get buzzed laugh and not give a fuck about anything because the music is doing the talking and pulled us all out of our heads to let us live in the moment, that's some serious spiritual currency . Peace Everybody,,,,,, Darren.

[@sho942000]

Led Zeppelin took inspiration from lots of other bands. You cannot dog GVF without acknowledging that Zep did the same thing. GVF can play instruments which is saying a lot these days and the songs put a smile on my face. God bless em and I hope they see massive success

[@redzwestisbest]

shhh... don't say the truth behind Zep.

[@Legendairy_Angel94]

But dude Zeppelin didnt sound like a band that already existed. These guys are literally just trying to be them... cmon

[@freestylelandscapecurbing8730]

If you question his sound, please have a listen to GVF live at the Red Rock Amphitheater, or better yet get to a live show. Our family (15 /16 /21 & 25 yr old kids, ourselves 42 & 44 yrs all the way up to my parents 66 & 68 yr olds) love their sound. When they come back to Canada we are all going. What new artist can say that they appeal to an audience that spans decades and fits in with so many music genres. I honestly can't believe how so much sound comes out of that little guy. He must be all lungs. These kids vocals and instument skills are amazing and are 100% their own sound.

[@Barbara-mb4td]

The first time I heard Greta Van Fleet was on my car radio. I heard two different songs 'Highway Tune' & 'You're the one'. I didn't catch the artist but realized this was someone new. This band sounded so fresh & individual & new. Later on I checked them out. I never thought they sounded like Zeppelin. I grew up listening to Zeppelin & am now a senior citizen. I would never mistake the voice of Josh Kiszka for Robert Plant.

[@556andy]

Yeah exactly when you really know both their voices you can definitely tell a big difference from robert and josh

[@Reapwhatsown]

Excellent review man. Love your balanced and detailed perspective. Thank you!

[@charliesinger5161]

I went to one of their shows a skeptic and came back a believer people need to think with an open mind and just enjoy the music

[@celestepasillas]

Let’s play a game *take a shot every time you hear Led Zeppelin*

[@christopherhunt3961]

I would die...lmao

[@manwithtwoeyes6911]

I died 3 times.

[@denabergman5847]

I can’t walk. 😂

[@bugvswindshield]

you are an evil, evil person. I played. I lost.....yesterday.!!!!

[@marcussoleil3733]

In all honesty the singer sounds a lot more like Geddy Lee from Rush than Robert Plant.

[@liljayydrumming5050]

So, where does he talk about Greta Van Fleet? All I hear is “he sounds like Zeppelin”😅

[@lkb3rd]

Because that's what is is, a Led Zep ripoff with way more grating vocals

[@liljayydrumming5050]

So you think they were made to rip off led zep? Bro even Robert Plant, AGREED that they’re going places. All these damn haters cuz they’re young and all y’all niggas old af and could never reach their level. Get a life and if love music you’ll understand where they’re coming from.

[@Oneness100]

@@liljayydrumming5050 Robert Plant was being sarcastic.

[@joekane622]

@@Oneness100 Robert Plant is also a legendary asshole

[@doughodges7422]

My thoughts exactly

[@magic2506]

He did say he wasn't sure. No Auto Tune was used... I saw them live and Josh hit every note. So, I guess it is a compliment thinking Auto Tune was used because Josh is that good unlike the fake stuff that is out there that we are all sick of, hearing. Greta Van Fleet brings back the great organic stuff.

[@ThomasAnderson-sd6yt]

This bratha's voice is for real, no auto tune my friend

[@josephconsoli4128]

I like them for what it is without comparisons. Even though they're rehashing Led Zeppelin, they're doing it with talent and and simple guts to get up on big stages and do it! They're shaking the dust off rock and roll and making us realize how good it was. Ironically, Led Zeppelin did so much rehashing themselves, but, like Greta Van Fleet, did it well. They just might evolve to a sound that's all their own. They're basically just kids starting out right now. Lots of luck to them.

[@spiratustreviso9885]

I am just loving this series presented by Dennis Ward. As a musician for the past 40 years, I think that Dennis has a great gift and insight for explicating tracks like this Greta Van Fleet tune. The last one I watched was "Photograph" and it was just excellent. I can't wait to see more of these videos from Dennis! Bravo! A++++

[@jennrat513]

Spiratus Treviso 👍👍👍

[@alisonreeder5601]

You really need to see them live...Josh's voice is incredible!

[@MichaelHuff63]

I can guarantee he's not using auto-tune because I have heard him and his band in an acoustic setting, and he is spot on the real thing!!

[@todd4freeusa]

I have seen them 2 times and the guitar player is damn near flawless in concert. The entire band kicks some serious ass.

[@dairebarefoot9320]

They aren’t quite as bluesy as early Zeppelin was in my opinion.

[@bearsmom9415]

When I first listened to them, I thought, yeah, Zeppelin. But being compared to one of the greatest bands is a bad thing? The more I listen to them, I hear their own sound. And they write their own songs. I think they're freaking awesome. They're young and I can't wait to hear what they're going to do in the future.

[@jessepike3565]

He's not autotuned I've heard him sing live he sounds that good

[@lucyfuir6386]

Hey Bud they can run autotune live as well

[@portlandshomlessproblem1728]

Jesse Pike your assuming I think he sounds good, I In fact hate his voice wether it’s auto tuned or not.

[@jessepike3565]

I wasn't assuming anything

[@bernardocarneiro1982]

Lol "that good" his voice is fucking terrible

[@waayvee]

@@bernardocarneiro1982 wtf??

[@timwilson3091]

This was a great and surprisingly educational look at what makes up the organic and vintage sounds. Thank you.

[@scotmitchel6147]

Check out the live performances. No auto-tune there and it sounds just as good.

[@stormXviper]

I love it how the audio engineering is on point with his explanation with visual to give us a better understanding. He has a very excellent hearing. Even when he cranked that autotune 100% I thought it sounded great! I just heard of Great Van Fleet just a few weeks ago and I love the Classic Rock vibe! This is the thing though, they have the Led Zeppelin feel and sound to it, but not using the Led Zeppelin soundtracks. So, I wouldn't be buying their song if it's another cover of Led Zeppelin. What makes GVF is their bringing back the classic rock.

[@donnawatson8368]

I'm not a giant GVF fan but I've watched a couple of their live performances and they are pretty damn solid. Might make me take another listen. I'm pretty interested to see how they'll grow.

[@thelynndiaries]

there’s autotune on josh’s vocals during their live performances on their channel as well and he just doesn’t need it. i’ve noticed that unnecessary autotune can make vocals sound worse. i saw them live in November 2019 and he sounded incredible; i don’t think he hit a bum note once.

[@victoriamcdonald1451]

You have to see and hear them live! They sound great and very talented! They're a young old school raw band.

[@randysalles2292]

I'm 65 yrs old man and I've been seen tons of bands from the 60s till now.....I personally like em simply cause they and many others are breathing life into a music that defined many generations....rock n roll baby!

[@andthensome512]

I don't think they're"trying". They just do. It's what comes out of them.

[@Michael-nd7gh]

Same with a turd.

[@Wenyi108]

I agree

[@piafounetMarcoPesenti]

Yes, but they had a career which proved them to be who they are, and that's the reason they are being ripped of by GvF. GvF only does Zep for now. Let see what they will have done in 12 years.

[@Wenyi108]

Marco Pesenti i don’t think Greta ripped zeppelin off at all. I think people have become blinded with that statement and it’s all they hear. I hear an array of influences in their music

[@piafounetMarcoPesenti]

@@Wenyi108 same voice, same mouvements, same sounding instruments. We habe pictures of plant and gvf:s singer doing exactly the same antics. Blinded. By what Is obvious? Remember It Is not only fanboys sayibg this. Producers too.

[@crystalyana9533]

I’ve heard him sing on podcast and shit and he’s always on point

[@nortski78]

Seriously, people need to get over this Zeppelin thing and just enjoy rock n roll being back on the radio. These kids sound great and have serious talent. Looking forward to their next album.

[@jonmaz8080]

100% agreed, as long as they are being creative in remolding something great to keep the formula alive, to me it's not mediocre nor dishonest, it's as you said, rather refreshing! And they as soooo good at it!

[@TheTinks78]

Saw them last week in Amsterdam and they were totally amazing... hats off to them for bringing back good proper music!

[@fernforwood3989]

GibTinkz46 Of course. All music should always sound exactly the same forever.

[@nvr2old700]

Zep instruments and arrangement with Geddy Lee voice IMO.

[@07foxmulder]

So nothing original. Got it.

[@youflatbro7498]

Exactly. Geddy Lee really comes through at times.

[@pikiwiki]

not IMO. IRL. 1:50 if you can't be real, at least you can steal. But the singer's voice. That is NOt Plant.

[@Kenzel12]

It’s funny to see so many people complain this band sounds like Led Zeppelin when in reality many of Zeppelins hits were actually covers or influenced by other bands and artists. Which is true throughout the history of music. People adapt other songs and styles of artists before them. Relax and enjoy it.

[@malloryjohnson8722]

he should really listen to them live cuz josh can absolutely hit those notes without any auto tune. pure talent. he’s so wrong about that

[@achelois6923]

I'm 16 and I'm so happy to have a rock band that is full of people closer to my age then all the other legends. Greta is my One Direction, ya feel?

[@pedrogutierrez-fech5653]

No matter how much closer they could sound to Led Zepp, or how deep people may go into analisis of their sound, for us rock fans, they are a band that have stepped heavily on the new waves. They have brought back the original sound of rock, where you can separate the lead guitar sound from the bass, keyboards and drums in your brain. It's a fresh sound of what rock is all about. I'm 62 y.o., fan of those monsters of rock and I still enjoy young people music when they bring rock back to its roots. When thousands of people take the time to talk or write about someone, it's because that someone is giving something people like.

[@featherinthewind333]

imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, nothing wrong with that, at least they are having a go and making music, If they are happy and people like them, best of luck to the lads

[@BLC92]

Today's kids hates them but for someone from 80s and 90s like me,,, GVF rocks and happy to see the recreation of old sounds that shoots through my heart.... ❤️❤️❤️

[@mywhimsylifed.3055]

Please, listen when the new album comes out. Joshua can sing live and on pitch. Greg Kurstin is producing their current album.

[@jerrodhoerner]

Yeah his vocals are spot on most of the time live. So if he is or isn't using it... it doesn't matter. He is still oozing with talent.

[@Mr57mc]

When you listen to GVF live, you can tell how talented this kids are..... Keep it going boys......

[@CaryMillerOfficial]

Is it just me, or does Greta Van Fleet also feel like they're pulling from Rush as well as Zepplin? That's what I got from this (and it's my first time listening to them).

[@tmt8425]

Cary Miller I agree. Bass has a more Geddy Lee sound than JPJ. I also thought the very first time I heard it that the voice is a cross of a pre-1974 Plant and Geddy Lee, but he inserts his own natural vocal distortion that neither Plant nor Geddy Lee have. I’ve seen them do a Zeppelin cover and it doesn’t sound like Zeppelin. Find a video where they cover Zeppelin and strangely it highlights that they aren’t just a Zeppelin sound alike. Kid can’t help what his voice sounds like. The guitar is just a 70’s sound and he is not the first drummer to channel Bonzo.

[@CaryMillerOfficial]

@@tmt8425 I think it's more interesting that it channels Rush AND Zep. To me that makes this a hell of a lot more fun and unique. It doesn't feel like a ripoff to me because of it. Also you're totally right about Bonham. Grohl would be a great drummer to cite about channeling him, and he's only one of thousands. The vocal felt like he could hit high notes more like Geddy than Plant, but that his scream was more in Plants territory...the distortion of the scream was unique to him however. He can really sing (and I dig it). I just think this is better than people might think since it's not a straight rip.

[@Claymansd]

When Rush's first album was released, people hearing it on the radio for the first time thought it was LedZep

[@danielblackburn7845]

There’s only 13 notes in music and only 7 in any key you can only arrange them so many ways so you’re bound to sound like someone they just happen to sound like Led Zeppelin which isn’t a bad thing if you’re gonna sound like someone why not the greatest band of all time Just my 2 cents worth

[@highlandreverie]

Bruh there’s only 12 notes in western music, and only 7 notes in the (major scale) of each key, but almost song (unless it’s some kinda children’s song) will uses plenty of notes outside of the major scale. Heck, plenty of popular jazz tunes can easily use all 12 notes. Also there’s infinite variables in music outside harmony such as rhythm and tone. Nothing wrong with sounding like another artist, we’re all somewhat inspired by those before us, but there’s plenty of original music to made in this world

[@robj144]

Where is the extra note?

[@aaronmccutcheon]

@@robj144 the dreaded "brown" note.

[@incaroads001]

I like this guy, but sometimes he sounds to me like Adam Sandler imitating Robert Plant.

[@garyives1218]

whoa, yeah.....can't erase that image.....hahaha

[@stubkar]

My ears will never forgive you.

[@incaroads001]

@@stubkar Sorry about that. It just came out.

[@relativetruth8889]

If Adam S were a naturally gifted vocalist with amazing range and chops huh?... 21years old?... the others are even younger...

[@justinbanks4116]

Listen to the live videos. It doesn’t sound like the album. He’s a studio singer.

[@forformgamer]

The band has said that they were influenced by the old blues greats. Which is even more funny considering they sound like Zep at times, because that's what happened to Zep. Saw them live a while back and it was honestly one of the coolest live experiences I've had! And there are some greats on that list :)

[@allig6467]

Listen to their new album! Totally different and amazing

[@sparky6218]

Actually it’s not technically an “SG” that he’s playing it was made during the transition from Les Paul to SG in the early 60s it’s a 1961 Les Paul but it has the SG body.

[@baronwright2352]

Robbie Jurzak i always thought it was an SG

[@pgio2000]

Baron Wright the first SG’s were actually the new Les Pauls before Les Paul said that has to change and then Gibson names the new guitar SG

[@Maddolis]

I thought Wolfmother were "highly inspired" by Zepp but this turns the Zeppelin imitation up to 11.

[@zoso1980]

Yes. Wolfmother was obnoxious. GVF is whole new genre of nostalgia based appeal. I for one find it trashy and uninspired. Do your own thing rather than recycle rock tropes and production styles.

[@-Sky246-]

I love zeppelin DEARLY, they are and always will be one of history's greatest bands, not just in rock. That being said however, yes, these guys sound like led zeppelin and THANK GOD for that. Robert Plant himself said he likes their music and can you blame hm? I find it refreshing to hear a band in 2019 making new music with, you know, actual instruments that require actual skill to play well instead of someone mumbling into a mic over a prerecorded beat and calling them selves artists. Fuck me, if it's wrong to like these guys I don't wanna be wright!!! Keep the bangers coming Greta Van Fleet, and bring rock back!!!

[@borgazorg5328]

Dylan I love you

[@thehalographicmind3976]

I was born in '58 , I like them ; they're Fresh 4 the day !

[@joshdavis5359]

He hits those notes live. On point. He is an amazing vocalist

[@copperlobo2536]

I saw these guys live about 6 months ago.... amazing live band, almost better live. So does that mean they don't manipulate things in a live show? Easily one of the best live bands I've seen.

[@Carol-zp6jh]

They do not manipulate their sound live.

[@lynnlynn1689]

most bands run autotune live now, they make vocal peddles with pitch correction just for such things there is lots to choose from be it tc helicon or digitect ect

[@PapaWheelie1]

Most definitely my favorite band to come out in the last decade. By far

[@kevincorrigan1754]

Same

[@niken538]

Every single song from them is amazing to listen

[@iTzKaiBUD]

Sorry to hear that

[@GroovyBabyYeah]

I disagree with the purely Zeppelin thing. I hear lots of other 70’s especially if you hear their other stuff but yeah this is a good song. I’m glad you gave it a chance.

[@krzydzy7]

I have seen them live twice and the last time was not even a month ago. I’ve got to say they are getting better and better. I hope to see them for a third time soon because I cannot get enough of them; that’s something I have never said for any other band.

[@crappysockpuppet]

Dennis is the man! Love his work in PC69!

[@bluesblue6453]

I don't see Led Zeppelin releasing any new music, so yea I'm digging GVF!

[@mcdingus5081]

And the funny thing is that if Zeppelin got back together, they would sound nothing like GVF. Why? Because the world evolves.

[@OkByeNw]

Yeah, Robert Plant doesn't want to do any sort of reunion concert for the fans or anything. So fuck 'em. This band can hit that sweet spot and they're 40 years removed from competing with eachother. I think it's fair game. People say they stole Zeppelin's sound but I'd argue that you can't steal something that was abandoned.

[@mharclerode]

So you can't listen to the actual Zep albums? Why?

[@OkByeNw]

@@mharclerode Sure. Everyone could. But most people like to hear new content from time to time.

[@masterpiecelacquers2766]

@@OkByeNw your generation cant disappoint because they dont try. You cant disappoint when no one expects anything from you.

[@rustyaxelrod]

All in all a flattering review of a recording by someone trained to be picky. Thanks! I didn’t catch the auto tune but I believe ya. I also am happy to hear ANYTHING organic these days. As far as the band sounding like Zep, it’s not a problem for me. I was a senior in HS when In Through the Out Door was released and owned all the Zep albums (some on 8-Track :)) and I dig these guys a lot.

[@henrybadd5866]

I grew up on Zep! They were well into their 30s at that time. These guys are just starting and are there! Get it! They ARE there already! They have 20 more years to develope even more then what Zep ever was! Their making money ,making music . So many people have shows on UTube just trying to scrape change up off of bands like this!

[@IgnorancEnArrogance]

Henry Badd - actually all the zep band members were under 30 for their first 5 albums.

[@henrybadd5866]

@@IgnorancEnArrogance they were actually together in their teens. However they really didn't blow up on the seen till the Stairway to Heaven alblum took off like 3 -4 yes after it's making. Their hay day really blew up around 73'

[@IgnorancEnArrogance]

@@henrybadd5866 - Hmm not sure about that. Not that I'm angry and wanna start a heated debate but that's kinda making your own false interpretation of facts. Plant and Bonham were friends and in another band as teens, but never met Page and Jones until Zep when they were twenty. Page and Jones knew each other from session work, but they were still in their 20's at the time when they started session work. They actually hit the ground running and were incredibly popular and successful from their first album, they just got even more popular from there. In 1968, when the band was formed, Plant was 20, Bonham 20, Jones 22, and Page 24.

[@henrybadd5866]

@@IgnorancEnArrogance I agree no need to ever argue about anything. I always look at open discussion as opportunity to learn. You are right I was mistaken as to which bands story I was recalling. Even regardless of that. Weather GVF has created an explosion on the seen at this time in ROCK N ROLL's history, at this age in their lives is undeniable. They've already have established a footprint leading to be up there as one of the most memorable and best that ever graced the R n R seen. Or we would not even be talking about them. You sound as if you've enjoyed that period in time when R n R was at its best. Zep, Sabbath, Rush, The Stones, Who..... CCR, Skinnard and so on. Man I miss that way the music put our growing culture at ease and left a positive affect on us.. It started taken a depressive dive to some kinda weird punk. Then Metal was fun too, but even that took a dive to some kinda retarded grunge / beat myself up thing. Screaming matches. Late 90s it got a bit better. Anyway weather you like them or don't. You enjoy their music cause it reminds you of a time when the R n R was just like that.. I'm enjoying the hell out of it. In spite of the few that have negative opinions on them. Not one of them have ever had any massive effect on R n R. Many that do are like 3rd rate radio show host that don't even have a long enough career.

[@bennetts466]

Dennis, these videos are great, please keep 'em coming!

[@Todiisms]

If it’s not a problem and not an issue stop mentioning it. They are great, try a concert, they are spectacular.

[@jonduke3919]

I’m a session guy in Nashville and I’m telling u they didn’t auto tune. Hear them live and u will hear the same and the show is very spontaneous so no backing tracks, and they rehearse relentlessly. Also watch rig run down and u will see how they do it which is is so simple, and he uses a bass Man U r obviously a true master at what u do, but I’m afraid this time ur wrong sir. That album was done on a shoe string budget reel to reel, even DAT. UR hearing REAL because it is.

[@realeyesrealizereallies6828]

If there's any sound worth emanating, it's the great groove of Zeppelin.....

[@rustytime]

I think they're pretty good. I really believe they're doing just fine. Greta (pronounced Gretta. No 8). ✌️

[@jeffreycoble2854]

I to had to stand back & listen, my first thought was wow they could do anyting Zeppelin! Having said that there's nothing wrong with that. Ever heard of whitesnake? They made a career being Zeppelin imataters before they found themselves. These guys play their own guitars own drums. No sampling, overdubbing, pretty straight forward rock band. I challenge anyone complaining to do better! I like them. If you think page&plant weren't emulating there influences then you don't study much history. I like them!