The Battle Of Evermore - Jimmy Page & Robert Plant

[@thomopolusrex8436]

This takes me away to another place. I love high quality headphones, a darkly lit room, potent cannabis, and Led Zeppelin.

[@wagcwb0]

agreed

[@dive_in_me226]

Yup yup!!

[@suraj__7]

Totally agree.. "I love high quality headphones, a darkly lit room, potent cannabis, and Led Zeppelin." .. (besides the headphones) you capture the scene so perfectly!! :)

[@bmark7951]

Marijuana is illegal you have been reported loser

[@luisramirez1161]

You could B a Mark ed man , with a response like that . js.

[@tonyford5326]

Everyone take note she’s a gift to this performance I grew up on led zeppelin the 1st version is brilliant this is even better

[@juanpandu]

This performance is beautiful. The first time I saw it, I was 18 years old and I was fascinated by the sublime voice of Najma Akhtar.

[@scrodimusmaximus]

Not gonna lie, the woman's vocals made this song more epic than it already was

[@lizbethalberts7289]

Everytime I'm feeling down because my brother passed away he went to all your concert I grew up listening to him play the drums to this I love this song and the song is stuck in my head. Whenever I'm thinking of my brother I go right to my phone and turn the sun on you guys rock. I'm telling you as matter fact my kids 4237 and 30 even listen to your music. But I love this song so much you don't know how much your songs of help people get through the darkest of times. I love you guys

[@joelholt7345]

Amazing version. Love the Indian vibes. Lady can totally sing...beautiful! Also...Jimmy Page was like: I'm gonna bring out this three necked monster and only play the top mandolin just to show you what toys I've got.

[@Pel0r]

I love it how Page plays the mandolin like he is alone, with all his heart and passion...

[@davidschmelz8061]

I saw this performance. It was a privilege.

[@eminkurnaz6480]

I wish I would be there.Jimmy Page you are the God of rock history according to me.I am proud of myself cos I met and chat you and Robert Plant,Michael Lee (RİP) after your concert in İSTANBUL in 1998.I keep the record cover (Led Zeppelin 3) which I boughht in İtaly in 1980 and signed all of you.Sorry for poor English.

[@sunnyd.2532]

right on.. and at least you tried with the english :)

[@shalompatole5710]

Nevermind the English. Music has no language.

[@cloudybongwater]

They really nailed it!! she looks so nervous, so in awe of Robert and Jimmy the happy smile at the end love it..

[@HarshVasu]

Pure indian influence on the song. I cant express how much I love it

[@johnbailey9864]

does any one know her name ??

[@agresticumbra]

Najma Akhtar

[@kafkawilde4604]

Big love

[@bluelava4282]

Within you without you………. George Harrison…….. everybody loved it……… peace

[@terri-b7492]

Quite possibly one of the greatest concerts I have ever been to

[@agent199minus100]

Jimmy is a happy man back in his element, with Led Zeppelin tunes....

[@robjames778]

Elizabeth KA Agent99 agree, poor Jim was so devastated when John Bonham died and his band couldn’t continue. This version is awesome and he knows it.

[@Babaziba]

Watching the "Unledded" Page/Plant special when it aired was a downright mystical experience. From the opening notes of "No Quarter", with just the two of them on the hillside, it was amazing to hear the songs you knew filtered through different cultural sensibilities by the people who knew them best. I believe Robert and Jimmy opened the ears of some of their fans to different types of music that night that they may not have considered before. And all from a pair that would have done just fine playing the songs in their original form. They took chances, detours, flights of fancy. Bravo.

[@klbax63]

I agree watched it when it aired and saw them when they toured. I thought the arrangements went right to the root of each track exposing Zep as the Godfathers of World music.You could always hear the middle eastern and Celtic influences on Zep III,IV,Physical Graffiti and Presence but hearing it with these arrangements took it to another level one of the best concerts I've ever seen still talk about it to this day

[@Pastorius23]

Brings tears to my eyes. A revelation in music. Beautiful.

[@lizbethalberts7289]

My favorite of favorites. Everytime I hear this song I think of my brother he passed away due to alcoholism. Play the song on his drums. He grew up with you guys. You bring back the good memories thank you so much and I love your songs.

[@laroo56]

She's fantastic!!

[@swamifakkananda4043]

Yesssss-she was gooood last night toooo.

[@nostalgiacreep]

i'm loving it, goosebumps

[@kariyam2202]

not really she is just copying Sandy, and overdoing it

[@danakeefer9063]

Utterly beautiful

[@conniealoha1]

She is so awesome!!! Really adds something to this song. I am a Page fan but I have to admire Robert Plant's ability to keep up and use all of his vocal abilities and timing. Awesome on all of their parts!!!

[@josephtrejo7272]

When I hear her voice it brings tears to me and makes me feel calm so I'll embrace the gloom and let the walk alone be understood

[@nadussias]

Me too. Got a lump in my throat.

[@garyodell3511]

There is not a more beautiful song than this, perfect choice of musicians for a perfect song, love it!

[@46robbiekirk]

Favorite version of one of my favorite songs!

[@Oldreprobate]

That lass doing backups is excellent, as good a voice as I've never heard!

[@johnca45]

Would’ve been even better if she sang all of the lyrics!

[@trobin]

John Cassidy yea,she omitted a lot of sandy denny’s lyrics, but still great nonetheless

[@alwayssummer8029]

MAN! This is awesome.... every drumbeat, strike of a string, turn of a handle, change of pitch in a voice....combination of vocal sounds.... WOW!!!!! ‪#‎playonrepeat‬

[@johnbailey9864]

Amaxing

[@gibsg6258]

This entire performance was awesome!

[@mikeeagen7724]

For those who have an issue with the young lady who sang opposite of plant in this version, one has to remember that it is his song and he and Page are free to experiment with it any way they want. So they put an Indian spin on it; so what? Life would be pretty boring if we all did everything the same every day. I'm glad they took a risk, and I don't find her irritating at all.

[@CarolineMartin]

It's not an Indian spin and she's not Indian!!! But I do miss the dance in the dark of night lyrics!!

[@mikeeagen7724]

OK so we want to split hairs, do we? Yes, she is British, born and raised, but from her own website we learn that . . . "Najma Akhtar, vocalist, composer and actor, has been at the forefront of the World Music scene for the last two decades. Even though born and raised in England and a graduate in Chemical Engineering, Najma has remained rooted in the music of India, he ancestral home . . . Najma has proved to be a successful and versatile artist and is renowned for using modern jazz influences with Indian vocals creating a beautiful fusion of eastern and western styles. Najma always brings her own musical heritage into the spotlight while eliminating all musical boundaries. This led to the release of 7 solo albums and also the opportunity to have artistic collaborations with some of the world’s most influential and credible musicians . . . Although she did not receive formal training in Indian classical music, Najma taught herself the harmoniums, learnt basic vocal technique with Ustad Naeem Solaria and receive guidance from other prominent South Asian classical artists . . . Based in London in the late 1960s, Najma’a father set up a successful printing business that was connected with the Indian Film industry (known presently as Bollywood)." . . . so while she is indeed British, if you don't think the influence of the music of the land of her ancestors is present in that rendition of "Battle of Evermore," then you aren't terribly knowledgeable about either Led Zeppelin or Indan Classical music, and probably both.

[@CarolineMartin]

I'm incredibly knowledgeable about both. She's doing a sort of free-form fusion based in something kinda sorta Indian, which is fine. I do miss the lovely lyrics. People often think kashmir is somehow 'based on indian music' which it's not, says the person who's lived in india 12 years and studied its classical music

[@kristianduvall7326]

I'd Tap That ;-)

[@Whitman1819]

@@kristianduvall7326 haha

[@kshred3043]

The moment that the girl started singing it was goosebumps for me. Sublime performance.

[@NiteRythemzRadio]

girl can sing!

[@CarolineMartin]

NAJMA AKHTAR

[@rgtovar]

I tought you were tlaking about Robert Plant, until I heard her XD

[@swamifakkananda4043]

If I may take liberty and assume that bebe can do a few other things with her mouth. Oh, xcuz me.....

[@KendallsFather]

This stuff is just simply majestic.....nuff said!

[@angelalbertopayantarin8190]

A truly masterpiece song, matches perfect with that indian stile

[@lindylou7227]

This is my favorite version of the Battle of Evermore. So beautiful.

[@kevinmcgiffin10]

The best version of this classic. Very beautiful back up singer and an incredible voice. 👍✌💖

[@johnydeltablues]

i am screaming now in my home,and its 4 am...loving this...

[@johnbailey9864]

with you bring it back

[@joannegalgano7872]

This will NEVER get old ...my sweet .jg ..one of our favs .miss you so much 💔💔

[@JaguarStar999]

What a beautiful version of this voce! The woman winging with Robert is a great singer.

[@azza2305]

there will never be anything like this again, its amazing! chills for days!

[@mbartsu11]

Best version from original and anything after ❤ nothing can compare 😊 perfect unity from everyone , harmony and talent supersizes other versions 😊❤

[@Unsolicitedbias]

Four years later, it's a far cry from home to read the notes from someone I once knew.

[@cpac2k1303]

I like her touch to the song

[@swamifakkananda4043]

And IIKE touch period!!!!!!

[@alcahallic4526]

Najma voice held up to the demands of this tune, yes I realize she did not repeat all the lyrics word for word, it was her 'wailing' that send the same chills down the back as the original, her voice fits right in with this version, no need to compare it to the Sandy Denny original. If you don't care for it then search for the original and listen to that over and over.

[@alcahallic4526]

@@petertortora6016 I am very happy for you and me.

[@joannegalgano7872]

JUST A STUNNING PERFORMANCE ❤❤❤

[@TheSirjohn2012]

That Egyptian woman has a strong singing vocals about herself and she hits the high notes perfectly too.

[@Skanoza]

That's Najma Akhtar, a British singer of Indian ancestry.

[@apurvsingh5541]

She is UK based Indian

[@swamifakkananda4043]

Egyptian??? Did you skip your geography classes or you forgot your glasses???

[@drpoundsign]

@@Skanoza I FIGURED. She looks and sounds Indian!

[@beescountrysidekitchen7348]

She is incredible. Wow.

[@jamesferguson9209]

The best of the best when it comes to this song. Never again to be duplicated or surpassed. Couldn't get any better than this

[@jeffreyhusack2400]

One of my most favorites. Had this on 8 track back in the day 🎸🥁👍👍

[@johnbyrne376]

to Michael Lee..drummer..rip in peace brother...you did them beyond measure on this dvd..and more..you are missed

[@jasonivy28]

Simply fantastic and feels unreal in 2021

[@sidmansfield9152]

Just a great reminder of what a class act Led Zeppelin was in general. Saw them in Knoxville, TN . . . Will never forget.

[@progtoeternity]

LedZep wasn't just a heavy rock band. They explored a lot of styles in their own way. A huge band.

[@cmeride79]

Extremely well said. 🎸🔮

[@Endruss2025]

I think I remember jimmy page saying it was a folk band. Obviously much more than that lol

[@claptongroupie]

I have this dvd and this was my son's favorite one on it. I think because of the girl. He passed away May 13, so I dedicate it to him..

[@dantedias4064]

How the hell someone clicks "unlike" in such a wonderful song ?

[@lizbethalberts7289]

My favorite song of all times aside from a few others over the years lol you one of my brother's favorite bands so I always listen to it I'm 61 now and of course he was older than me but yeah he used to play the drums man did he love your music

[@TheMx7dave]

Magnificent as always.. just classic. Back-up singer added a really great touch.. just wish she would've sang more of the words. Splendid rendition of a masterpiece song. Let music churn forth......

[@Fran-mg2]

I love this version .LOVE..LOVE.. LOVE ..her !!!!!❤❤

[@sinfalacias2009]

Wow! this is awesome!

[@legalgal12]

People seem to forget that the original had a woman singing as well, Sandy Denny. It is a gorgeous duet.

[@ARHitYourTarget]

Typical Page and Plant experimentation, I always loved the eastern influences they brought to their music. And here the sublime and beautiful Najma Akhtar makes the song her own. It would have been impossible to mimic the Sandy Denny parts. Wonderful innovation!

[@gwengifford8983]

Saw them in Memphis and this Lady has a beautiful voice. Great concert 🙌 😍 ❤️

[@saulluengas]

This version of this song is much better than the initial or shirt. Excellent.

[@azaleaalt9351]

Bad ass! Love creativity and beautiful music

[@barcoblanton52]

one of the best they ever did

[@westerngerry]

this will be listened to forevermore

[@terrenceehlert8235]

Instrument is a Hurdy Gurdy.......only band that I have seen to play one in concert.

[@davidmfra]

eluveitie use it too, its rare but there are more bands out there using it.

[@user-vd8et2ow3d]

@BRETT WHITE He talks about the one on the medieval intro, not the one jimmy plays

[@kurtvonfricken6829]

Donovan sang about it....

[@barbatruc06]

I saw PAGE/PLANT Friday June 9th 1995 in Marseille and Saturday november 28th 1998 in Toulon - France! Two days will remains in my memory forever! It was the first time they came in France since 1973! Now i can to die!

[@dannyinaus]

WOW, what an awesome version - I LOVE it!

[@craigjohnston2620]

This is absolutely brilliant. I take my hat off to you all...👍

[@dcowart4645]

She is so beautiful, "the sky is filled with good and bad, that mortals never know"

[@robertprediger3491]

never gets old for me .

[@frodehanssen4690]

Just brilliant!!!

[@WAYNEERICOLSON]

THE LADY THAT IS SINGING BACK UP DESERVES CREDIT TOO, SHE IS NAILING IT!

[@corpsebrideemilie69]

omg love Robert n Jimmy.. the females awesome

[@superchargedgascock]

Possibly the most beautiful tune I ever heard.

[@joeykuzman4287]

*~Bloody Fantastic ~Just Enjoy the Trip~* ~Stop critiquing the Music~ *~ENJOY~* ~*~Robert Plant/Led Zeppelin is Unbelievably Incredible ~Ya gotta Love their Music~*~ *~Heaven sent~thank You 'LORD'~*~God Bless~*~ ~ joey k~

[@lizbethalberts7289]

Listening to your song again and what's crazy is it just popped up on my phone it scared the life out of me LOL my brother must be thinking about me poor thing 4 years ago passed away and he played the drums to all your music

[@azkrazkr]

Wise decision by Plant to incorporate the hindu girl to take the high pitches he used to have, they blend quite well together.

[@cojitos]

Greg Vlasek right :)

[@nedpike2186]

miguel sanchez Only other Zep-related person to get her own glyph. Damn, I miss Sandy, mainly for the one album she did with Fairport Convention, "Liege & Lief". I could die happily with "Maddy Groves" and "Tam Lin" as the backing tracks.

[@dreamzdemocracy]

She's Muslim from the sound of her name. She's a citizen of the UK

[@lizbethalberts7289]

I haven't saved to my favorites and I listen to you all the time and absolutely love you music and my brother since passed 4 years ago and I used to listen to your music growing up through him. And for some reason I just love this song and her voice is fabulous and I just love the whole thing and you need to try and get together with her again and do another collaboration of another song because it works you guys all fit together

[@dd19960]

30 people dislike this... i want to know why??

[@johnpaavo]

davide dregers They're the 1 percenters. LOL

[@kixwire]

davide dregers They were not there?

[@erah3165]

+davide dregers they're mad because they are deaf and can't hear the music. don't hate them they are just poor people.

[@dwightb3405]

hank chinasky they didnt know the difference between thumbs up or thumbs down

[@michaelcarpenter8920]

hank chinasky why

[@conniealoha1]

Between Jimmy's mandolin and the Egyptian ensemble this is is so AWESOME!!!!! The different scales are so incredible. I am really inspired and moved!!

[@cshadish5152]

Wailing is an art form of great beauty.

[@sinhog]

One of the most beautiful songs ever

[@mbear1639]

I feel like I'm in a caravan crossing the Atlas mountains on my way to Marrakesh. .....otherworldly

[@swamifakkananda4043]

Goooood 1!!!

[@stefanogreco8182]

The Doors

[@enriquejorge8495]

Well, most likely, you are listening to another song. Archille Last Stang. 😂 I'm just joking mi friend, You're right, the setting dose invites that kind of thoughts.

[@MsCordially]

damn , Jimmy is the real thing

[@joseaucenciovillanuevahern6531]

I agree, for sure!

[@corpsebrideemilie69]

+José Aucencio Villanueva Hernández right on

[@forgedby2112]

Not sure what time he thinks this song is played in though. Look at that foot. Lol

[@hinney827]

@@forgedby2112 this comment.. he's so perfectly in time, what does it matter how he keeps it? seems to depend on whether he's playing on the 1/8, 1/4, or 1/2 beat as to when he's tapping his foot, but go on and give one of the most prolific musicians of all time as much shit as you want lol.

[@jamiebaird4974]

This was one of the best shows I've evr seen on TV. I will always remember this!

[@johnbailey9864]

My wife plays ths song every day upon rising with coffee in hand " She says that nothing more is positive in this shit show 0f 2020..

[@CeeDee01]

Good one, tell me what does she recommend for the 2021 "shit show"

[@Unsolicitedbias]

Two powerful voices with range. It is as if the cries from the battlefield or the wailing of the women and children for those lost on the field of battle...are coming from somewhere deep in our past to be heard again for us to remember...to never more, for ever more field those lost again souls of battle lore.

[@willyroussel3563]

sandy denis still owns this song

[@joebug5599]

+Willy Roussel It's Sandy Denny, she sang with Robert Plant on this song for their Led Zeppelin IV album. unfortunately she died of a brain hemorrhage in 1978, she was 31 years old.

[@willyroussel3563]

+joebug55 thanks i knew that, brain fog i think there is some of her music on you yube hers is best version

[@JohnBindon]

+Willy Roussel Sandy Denny - was her name.

[@willyroussel3563]

+JohnBindon denny denny denny i know the only person male or female to sing or play on any zepp. album

[@i.m.i.7310]

Amazing show. In retrospect in times. The answer is to unfold. Hearts rediscovered rendition in tribute to these magical moments. Peace may we yet know...

[@jeramiahmcdonald4336]

JPJ should've been there

[@Pr3ct]

Reality check: Bob cannot hit those notes any longer so they bring in this woman and blend her in flawlessly. Zep rules, bitches!

[@lowellcalavera6045]

Pr3ct You don't know shit, do you?

[@carolynrogers5762]

Who the fuck's Bob ?

[@Unknown-gf6mk]

@@carolynrogers5762 Rob. Bob. Not hard to work out is it.

[@roooal5533]

JPJ was hurt that Page & Plant did not tell him about the gig.

[@MT62770]

Outstanding live version! Outstanding!

[@johnbailey9864]

Talent at it's best so if you don't like it .. you have have no creativity in your soul change is good

[@xave72]

I remember the first time I heard this version on this special MTV Led Zep Unplugged night. It was so beautiful I almost cried. I remember where I was and how I felt, just the same way I remember when I learned about 9/11 or that my father passed away...

[@gregorydailey2610]

Who is that Woman? She is heavenly...

[@jeannebug1]

Greg Dailey Najma Alchtar

[@ruchir.8]

Nazma akhtar. She's Indian

[@orlandoantoniopereirareis8221]

Great voice

[@orlandoantoniopereirareis8221]

Great voice is Najma..

[@jaytmh]

Najma added Asian colors. But this song sounds other than classic LZ version with Fairport Convention singer.

[@survivalstyle9228]

Beautiful. Just beautiful

[@forgedby2112]

I saw them in concert when they kicked off this tour. Jonesey said he "wasn't invited"

[@wendysw714]

WTH? 🤷

[@BLUESMANRONCHICAGO]

The genious of Led Zepellin lives on with these performances by Robert and Jimmy, the orchestra is a great touch

[@timobrien8864]

11:50 a.m. high school parking lot .lunch with everyone ,,jock ,stoner..thinking of the game..

[@grahamdunford4276]

She is amazing and accents the song so perfect. Just like the black lady singing give me shelter with the rolling Stones. That's awesome music all working together to create something beautiful 🤟🤟

[@HammerInMyOnionHead]

You're mistaken, Jimmy has been married twice, to Patricia Ecker and Jimena Gómez-Paratcha, this lady's name is Najma Akhtar...Sorry but thank You for commenting

[@paulocarvalho7377]

HammerInMyOnionHead najma akhtar

[@BlackAlbino2000]

There’s a rumor this song is a direct reference to Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings books... this true?

[@jangofatt7135]

I didn't realize it was a rumor. I thought it was a pretty universal truth

[@nazareth4372]

@claptongroupie just brought me to tears. what a lovely dedication.

[@Cleomar-fz15]

Led zappelin o melhor do planeta 😎

[@hugov1253]

Do planeta não é sim da galáxia

[@greyhound3561]

Gotta love that Hurdy-Gurdy playing at the start, a 500 year old synthesizer !!