Heart - 'Stairway Way to Heaven Led Zeppelin Tribute' Reaction! Amazing...Simply Amazing!!

[@richardkafka5625]

Robert Plants reaction when they introduced Jason Bonham was because he had invited him to attend this with the band and Jason told him he couldn't go with them because he was already booked for something! The something was this!

[@saintsataniko2116]

Haha! I never heard that. Great story!

[@patrickcurran-d4v]

he was also playing his dad's old drum kit.

[@davidtullis2810]

​@@patrickcurran-d4vand wore his bollar hat

[@BLUEGRASSDC]

That's freaking awesome! Didn't know that. Thank ya for the 411. That's awesome! DC FROM KY IS OUT!! BEZ!!

[@punkydoodle4774]

@@patrickcurran-d4v, and wearing the iconic bowler that his dad wore.

[@lynnecurrie7561]

Having to play that iconic guitar solo in front of Jimmy Page.... what pressure. Great reaction guys!

[@christopherone1]

Can't even imagine. Beautiful Jimmy Page sigh

[@karenfryberger4260]

Worth noting Robert Plant saying "not bad" to Jimmy Page as that solo gets underway :)

[@montalbans]

The guitar solo is played by Shane Fontayne (Michael Barakan), who has quite a résumé: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shane_Fontayne I first heard him in the '70s with the Woodstock, NY-based band Johnny Average and the Falcons.

[@neilpatrickhairless]

Jimmy was rocking out to it, too. I think it got his seal of approval

[@WyldPinky]

Robert Plant said this is the only cover that he approved. Talk about getting the highest praise! 🎉❤ 🎉

[@mikeb36240]

When you can make Robert Plant cry you know you did a great job!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@candacewillis4443]

Please take note that Ann Wilson was 62 years old when this was taped. Amazing!

[@islazxxxx]

Saw her and Tripsitter in concert last year and she still sounds amazing at the young old age of 74.

[@christianmarler2253]

It always amazes me to realize that about so many artists I like...70 years old, 80 years old, 90... How is everyone getting so old when I haven't changed at all?

[@christianmarler2253]

You're older than you've ever been, And now you're even older, And now you're even older, And now you're even older. You're older than you've ever been, And now you're even older, And now you're older still. Time Is marching on, And time Is still marching on. (They Might Be Giants)

[@MikeInMD1961]

I saw an interview with Ann, and she was also flighting the flu at the time. What a voice!

[@ohaleno]

Best Cover of this song ever! Ann and Nancy said that they only did one rehearsal of this song the day of the show. So to pull this off like that is amazing. They had Yo Yo Ma and Bonnie Raitt both rocking!

[@jameswormington9978]

The lady is the greatest female rock vocalist ever !

[@craigedwards3899]

I raise you Stevie Nicks

[@kaydantonio3719]

@@craigedwards3899I’ll see you Linda Ronstadt.

[@craigedwards3899]

@@kaydantonio3719 Still prefer Stevie

[@lisal6121]

I’d like to include Grace Slick and JANIS JOPLIN. Oh, how about Joni Mitchell and Carole King?!!

[@gabreel8112]

I beg to differ sir. I believe Linda Ronstadt has her beat by far.

[@bubbasmith6505]

Most amazing thing about Ann's performance is that she had the flu and 103 degree temp when she sang this.

[@wheredidthetimego8087]

🫨 she is amazing

[@SweetCreature.1]

Lol no she didn't.. That was David Draiman from the rock band "Disturbed" when he sang "Sound of Silence" on the Conan show!

[@suevan50]

She is 62 at this performance.

[@SweetCreature.1]

@@suevan50 and sounded like she was still in her prime 🔥 She still tours today at 75, Ann's a beast baby 😁🔥🔥

[@SweetCreature.1]

@@suevan50 She lives an hour and a half from me ❤️

[@emilycerbone7648]

I cry every time I watch this. The brilliant Ann and Nancy Wilson killed it!

[@RockinMamaT]

Robert Plant is so emotional because the choir is wearing John Bonham's signature bowler hats and John was Robert's best friend and Jason is Robert's godson. You can literally see Jimmy mouthing the notes of the solo. Love it❤Great reaction and Peace out guys ✌️ ☮️ 🙏

[@katscully]

Was looking for this one.👍🥂

[@richardsims4779]

Love Yo-Yo Ma rocking out.

[@waltreed2578]

Yo Yo goes unnoticed to almost everyone. He was enjoying it for sure.

[@BethHutter]

It's my favorite reaction! You're right- most people don't notice- or know who he is.

[@ineverswag]

wow i didnt notice him

[@BethHutter]

@@ineverswag In the longer clip you get to see him longer.

[@MoMoMyPup10]

@@BethHutter Ha, most don't even know who Zeppelin is {or Heart, obviously}

[@CG68810]

Ann Wilson is one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time. This was one of the best covers ever. I saw it when it was originally aired on TV, and I was blown away. I was already a huge Heart fan, but this really brings their greatness to a newer audience. Definitely check out their catalog, Magic Man, Barracuda, Crazy on you, & Alone for starters.

[@Incomudro1963]

Ann and Nancy Wilson were and are tremendous Zeppelin fans, and Zeppelin was a huge inspiration for their band "Heart."

[@marvinplumber]

Heart's version of The Battle of Evermore...

[@mikemiller3069]

Heart is a rabbit hole, in and of itself, but Ann and Nancy have been Led Zeppelin fans for many years and, in addition to their own songs, have several Led Zeppelin covers as well. My favorite is their cover of "Battle of Evermore". Check out Heart's songs too. You will love them (I saw them live in '85 or '86- -great live too).

[@70centurian]

Chills, Tears and FIST in the AIR, in 1 song/performance. LEGENDS on stage. ( the "band" lol, ARE the BEST in The Music BIZ...! The BEST PROS.) and Look up the interview with Letterman. Great too. Love Dave.

[@stellamorgan482]

You must check out Heart! "Barracuda", "Magic Man"...those are 2 good ones to start with and there's many more Heart hits that will make you love that you went down that rabbit hole!

[@scottcoleman9710]

Heart is a very good rock band in their own right. Great 70s and 80s catalog

[@midianmtd]

This was the night Ann & Nancy Wilson took Led Zeppelin to church.

[@armenflintstone]

That guy had the cohones to play that lead, not in a guitar center, but in front of Jimmy page…Ann sang and Nancy played their hearts out, and Jason Bonham was on fire. And then the chorus …and then the choir in the bonham bowler hats……that’s the greatest cover ever…

[@tektoniks_architects]

Best cover of a rock song, ever.

[@sethnems]

Battle of Evermore Heart cover definitely rivals this

[@kentzepick4169]

@@tektoniks_architects Amen.

[@loadabollocks]

I don't care who you are, or how famous, to hear a song that has been so loved for so long by so many, performed so respectfully and brilliantly as that was, must be a very emotional moment.

[@DEBBKIRK11171965]

Heart is Awesome! And the Lead Singer, Ann Wilson is phenomenal!! I love your reactions! Thanks!

[@gracemichelli.2am124]

Love Ann's voice. Legendary ❤

[@Maverick55339]

I cry everytime I see this, this was my high school senior prom song. The best cover of Zeppelin ever!!!!

[@kennbicknell5492]

*The drummer is the son of Led Zeppelin's late drummer. He surprised them! Heart is ICONIC, with nearly 50 years of hits. PLEASE check out "Crazy On You," "Barracuda," "Alone," and "Magic Man." They are incredible.*

[@Jacob-er5xb]

Ann Wilson is possibly the best female rock singer of all time. Definitely worth checking out more HEART.

[@sharonchaput9705]

That was John Bonham's son playing drums. John was the original drummer for Led Zeppelin. Ann Wilson of Heart was 62 yrs old here. Heart is an iconic group and Ann is the GOAT of female rock singers.

[@kentzepick4169]

Maybe the best cover in history.

[@markvanderstelt8999]

thanks

[@johnr4550]

Was gonna say same thing. Also saw Heart do this live. Amazing!

[@Jude_196]

One of the BEST TRIBUTES I've EVER SEEN - and, as much as I LOVE HEART AND LED ZEPPELIN - this one moves me to TEARS, every time!! Ya'll HAVE to check out HEART!! HAVE TO!! SO GOOD! ENJOY, FELLAS!!!

[@lorrainetorres1430]

Heart did AWESOME!! I grew up listening to Heart. These sisters had many many hits!! I love strong women singers. Heart is #1

[@laryejful]

I have watched that video at least 122 times and will watch it the rest of my life. I absolutely adore LZ and this tribute. Make sure to watch all of the performances in this tribute. Lenny, Kid Rock, Foo Fighters...so freakin' good...

[@srt8rocketship241]

Yes , go down into Hearts discography. Robert was overwhelmed and seeing Jason really took his emotions to another level. John Bonham was a really close friend and they were with Jason from his beginning. They love him.

[@xJRx77]

No matter how many times I see this performance... I will ALWAYS tear up when Jason looks up in tribute to his dad. R.I.P. Bonzo.

[@christianmarler2253]

Plant is clearly fighting back tears all through this.

[@snakeinthegrass7443]

Jason was 14 when his father, John, passed. John and Robert Plant were very close friends. After John's passing, Robert remained in Jason's life throughout. I have a feeling Robert was possibly watching Jason Bonham play that song, and the memories of days gone by came flooding in. Just my thought. ✌

[@rsw1227]

I'm almost positive, Robert asked Jason to come to this event but, Jason told him, "he couldn't make it." Seeing Jason on stage was a huge surprise to Robert. So he was emotional seeing his best friend's son, which is also Robert's godson, playing his Dad's drum kit and wearing a bowler hat like his father wore.

[@richardingles2011]

Heart began in the mid 70's. Ann was 62 at this performance. Best place to start is "Crazy On You" with extended intro showing off Nancy's guitar skills.

[@susanconstable2113]

Ann and Nancy Wilson are the queens of rock and roll!

[@kareng4658]

I've seen Heart twice, in the '70's. They credit LZ as being an inspiration to them and cover several of their songs in concert {although never this one as far as I know}. This performance was full of love and respect, and it shows.

[@Booderman]

Can’t believe y’all haven’t checked out Heart ! Tons of hits ! Start with Barracuda!

[@DewayneGore]

Go down the Heart rabbit hole! You won't regret it!

[@stephanhamilton2083]

It’s my understanding that Heart is the only band that has the permission of Led Zeppelin to perform their music.

[@rufullmtit]

Stevie Nicks has been performing "Rock and Roll" live for 20 years; including her current tour...

[@stephanhamilton2083]

@@rufullmtit??? Heart has been around for like closer to 45-50 years. 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@rufullmtit]

@@stephanhamilton2083 53 years to be exact. My reply was intended to let you know that any number of artists have had permission to perform Zep music - duh...

[@darrenalexander7302]

​@@rufullmtit I think they meant to say Heart is the only band with carte blanche to play Zepplin songs. They never have to ask.

[@fleur5397]

Most beautiful rock song of all time.

[@gregorysimmers]

You NEVER heard of HEART? You young pup.This is legends paying tribute to legends. Try listening to BARRACUDA next!!

[@davidw7]

70s Heart with "Barracuda".... but cannot forget later 80s Heart... totally 80s and Great despite some just prefer 70s Hear... 80s Heart still IS ICONIC and with their Huge Worldwide hit - "Alone". Some 70s groups DID also evolve into the 80s sound also and no-one should diss it as it proves being Iconic.

[@althepal530]

I’ve seen Heart in concert almost 10 times over 35 years span. Always put on a good concert. Heart will be your in 2025 do not miss their concert if they come to your city. On another note Robert Plant congratulated Ann and Nancy Wilson for their amazing cover of Stairway to Heaven. He said their was the best and it brought tears to his eyes. Heart always does a song or two during their concerts of LED Zeppelin’s.

[@umpdaddy1]

The entire tribute is fabulous. There were several covers performed by individual acts. Lenny K, Foo Fighters, Kid Rock and others. Heart's catalog is iconic rock. Barracuda, Magic Man and many other great songs. Live clips of them in the Seventies show that both of those women, besides being killer musicians, were drop dead gorgeous young women.

[@debrasnyder4834]

This never gets old!!!

[@roadkill7314]

She's the greatest female rock singer of all time!

[@EdKoller]

There's a lady named Janice Joplin, you need to look into.

[@roadkill7314]

@EdKoller yes but Blues, not really rock. Problem is that rock is too broad a category

[@EdKoller]

@@roadkill7314 really hard to pigeon hole Zeppelin into one genre. Regardless, love bros reacts.

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

Heart is a band. Ann and Nancy are the driving force of the band and BOTH sing.

[@leostawicki7283]

ZEPPELIN HAS KNOWN HEART SINCE THE 70`s

[@jimquackenbush2821]

I'm a huge Zeppelin fan ,heard so many versions of of this song. Heart kicked it out of the park! 🤟😎

[@daveloboda1769]

I've seen and heard this many times and, imho, it is THE best cover of any song by anyone, ever.

[@markusjentzsch7932]

That moment, when an absolute, true guitar legend is boppin his head, while you play his part. And when the bowl hats come up, it sends shivers down my spine. Bonzo! What a friggin band...

[@MaryannTurton]

Impeccable! Flawless! Heart killed this!Having John Bonham’s son on drums, and that angelic choir was the perfect trifecta! One of the best tribute’s ever! Watching Jimmy Paige grinning ear to ear is the icing on the cake!

[@marthaz]

Heart (the Wilson sisters) are legendary in their own right. Nancy is one of the best guitarists Anne's voice is a Powerhouse if you haven't seen it yet go ahead and check out Barracuda live🔥☺️

[@Frankincensedjb123]

Ann and Nancy Wilson have often been referred to as the female Zeppelin, a rock band with diverse songs and a vocalist in Ann that rivals the power and glory of Plant's banshee wails. Great stuff

[@gregsworkshop2]

Heart has been Covering Led Zeppelin songs since the 70's . I saw them do the Cover for Rock and Roll, and Black Dog in 1979...

[@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl]

This is a masterpiece. Incredible work, talent & artisanship for this one. Beautiful!

[@ShondraJenkins-hg3lm]

These sisters are Living Legends... Magic Women ❤

[@mikewoodrow5878]

More Heart please, guys! Ann Wilson has one of the best rock voices of all time. Nancy Wilson also sings beautifully and plays a mean guitar. One of the first bands that proved that “girls can rock”, and when they started out, they used to cover a lot of Zeppelin tunes. Led Zep is Ann and Nancy’s fave band, so it was meaningful for them, too. And having Jason on drums makes it all the more special. Just saw Jason 3 weeks ago, playing on Sammy Hagar’ tour - he was awesome, as usual.

[@saintsataniko2116]

The whole time I keep imagining the pressure on Ann Wilson to sing this song in front of Robert Plant and on Nancy Wilson to play that acoustic intro and then the crushing pressure on Shayne Fontayne to play Jimmy Page's guitar solo with Page looking on! And President Obama and Michelle are there too! In the end it was an extraordinary tribute, and it still shocks me that Plant was so emotional despite having played and heard this song a million times over half-a-century.

[@Renkk17]

Heart - Barracuda - If Looks Could Kill - Magic Man - Nothing at All - Crazy on You - Alone - Dreamboat Annie - Dog and the Butterfly - These Dreams

[@joelhammond4162]

The bowler hat Jason was wearing was a tribute to his father and if you noticed the choir were all wearing bowler hats too. Jason was also playing his father's orange drum kit he used with Zep. Robert is Jason's godfather, so these were all things contributing to the overall sentimental nature of this special performance. Side notes: Heart has always sited Zep as a major influence for them growing up and as a band. This is easily confirmed by the fact they frequently covered Zep songs in their concerts and sometimes on recorded albums as well. Often it was the song Rock n roll, but sometimes they would switch it up. You can imagine how special (and nerve racking) this was for them, but also meaningful and important, so they took it very seriously. On the other hand, Robert Plant was not a fan of Zeppelin covers generally, especially Stairway to Heaven, but in this case it was easy to see it took on a different meaning for him, starting with the surprise of seeing Jason introduced on drums. You could see the ice melt as the warmth and glow of this performance overtook him with the alternative arrangement that revealed itself in layers with strings, horns, and the choir, 1st small then huge. The performance was masterfully built and layered to slowly take you by surprise. I love it. Brings a tear to my eye every time.❤

[@perrymalcolm3802]

Ann Wilson has always been a top interpreter of Zeppelin. I saw Heart back in the 70s n their version of Zep’s Rock n Roll was 🔥!

[@teachscott]

dreamboat annie - heart must listen!!! it is a song and an incredible album...have fun

[@scottengland6193]

That was awesome. No greater voice and band could have done it. Led Zepplin was moved I could tell

[@laurakali6522]

There are a lot of Kennedy Center performances you would love. The show brings out the best every year. This perhaps, is the best tribute ever.

[@michaeldeblasio8201]

Love your reactions but not sure what your waiting for to react to Heart. Great group as you could find out. Hopefully you guys go down Heart's rabbit hole soon. Maybe start with "Barracuda". Many songs to choose from.

[@elceenomoun8115]

4:50 the saxophonist is Blue Lou Marini from the Blues Brothers Band and Blood Sweat & Tears.

[@kathyrizzi8754]

This whole performance was absolutely amazing👍👏👏👏🎼🎵🎶🌹

[@vanessa4u4evr]

Ann Wilson is recognized as one of the greatest female rock singers ever. Heart has been inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They are legends. Jon Bonham passed away years ago. His son was a very young kid when he died. Having his son representing him on the drums in this performance is legendary.

[@pauletteriddle3776]

Seeing John Bonham's son on drums is awesome. I love this version!

[@harrietmiller3982]

You were watching Rock Legends Cover Rock Gods In front of said Rock Gods On a night the Rock Gods are being honored For their Rock Godliness Choosing the Rock Gods most famous song~ And they slayed it 🎸✌️‼️💯

[@maryreilly5092]

Yeah, Robert Plant did shed a tear.

[@AuthorLaurieAnnSmith]

Thank you gentlemen!! I love Ann and Nancy Wilson!! I love Heart!! I love Led Zep!!! This tribute was phenomenal and I loved every single moment of it!! Thank you for this great reaction video!!

[@jaquettajones]

It is a VERY High Honor to be a Kennedy Honors inductee. They have the Best of the Best to pay homage to all the inducted artists at the ceremony.

[@willinghamsctt]

You need to check out Heart Crazy on you and Barracuda. live videos from the 70s. One of the best voices in rock

[@Jeffbambam]

Bravo 👏 everything they all have said here ! ❤

[@mollieking7432]

Heart is 100% top tier rock! Ann Wilson's vocals are beyond imagination. Heart is a great rabbit hole to go down - Magic Man, Crazy on You, Barracuda, Dream Boat Annie - go for it!

[@yes_i_am_THAT_michael_taylor]

Best comment I've seen about this video - "you know you've done good when you've brought Robert Plant to tears".

[@bigdaddymojo2005]

The drummer's son played the drums, in his father's iconic hat....and at the end the whole choir were also wearing his hat....moving or the band for sure...

[@dalenikolitch4627]

Oh Yea..... Gotta do Alot HEART.. ❤❤ Ann n Nancy❤❤ Best Women Rockers, w Alot Smooth n Soul.

[@Jahani31]

Ok. Y'all need to get on Heart ASAP!! I bet you know their music though, especially the 80's music they put out. Anne Wilson has one of the best voices in music across the board. Nancy is an amazing guitarist, and I am a huge Stan of theirs, lol. Love them.

[@tamoshanter6268]

Thank you for watching this! Full circle. Not asking for a reaction video, but if you have time it is worth it to watch the entire Kennedy honors to LED, it is worth your time. As you mentioned the drummer is the son of the original drummer. I believe Robert Plant's stoic response and teary eyes comes from not only the beautiful version of their song but also seeing the drummer. He mentioned in an interview later that they, as a group had wished they had John Bonham's son with them to accept the Kennedy Honor and were regretting not having him there. The first time they saw him was during this performance. Definitely an emotional time for them all.

[@sicotshit7068]

Robert is Jason’s godfather & he invited Jason to the Honors, Jason said he had another commitment. So the guys were so surprised to see him, Jason was wearing his father’s hat & playing on his father’s drum kit. Other the Led Zeppelin’s version, this is the only version to do this beautiful song justice, but it took so many more the four geniuses to do it. I believe Robert did tear up, maybe for how beautiful the song was done, or pride in his godson & missing John. Thank you once again for your reaction.

[@jsloan024]

Have watched this performance many times, and it always brings me to tears. ❤

[@julieford8788]

Corey you are my fav! We are probably Close in age and can appreciate great music. 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻❤️

[@TracyHall-q4y]

Please go down the Heart rabbit hole. You definitely won't regret it.

[@edwardcapobianco2975]

It takes balls of cast iron to cover a LZ song and even bigger balls to cover Stairway ! The Wilson sisters put on one of the greatest performances in rock history! Fucking 🔥!

[@mandarinlearner]

Esp for the guitarist having to play Jimmy's famous riff live to Jimmy

[@edwardcapobianco2975]

@@mandarinlearner you’re so right! Talk about pressure!

[@kentzepick4169]

@@edwardcapobianco2975 Amen.

[@lisemzarate4029]

Anne and Nancy grew up idolizing Zeppelin, and had essentially been practicing that song together since their childhood, Heart is the only band I'm aware of that Zeppelin has ever given permission to cover them, and they do ALOT Anne is Robert's younger song twin, you are going to love Anne, Nancy sings beautifully too, Anne plays flute, in a few of their songs, My favorite non-ballads from the sisters are Even it up Little Queen Sylvan song/Dream of the Archer Magazine Heartless High time Hyjinx Have fun!

[@JWH66]

I don't know how many times I've watched this performance, but this won't be the last. I'd recommend you guys check out Heart's ' Magic Man'

[@laurasmith2522]

Yes the have yhe entire honors show on tube you guys should watch it, the whole thing is just Amazing

[@CarandRacer]

Probably the best cover of all time for this song - Heart is so talented. Seeing Bonhams Son on drums and his emotional reaction made it even more incredible.

[@edwardcrews2952]

Heart is fantabulous. Great catelog of hits.

[@unledzeppelinu3104]

Can you imagine your baby grew up into that? I can't imagine all the memories that came back to Robert. They made this song/tune really into a big composition?

[@davidvsr]

it definiteley move them. this was a Masterpice

[@Peggi109]

Great reaction! I could watch this over and over. I enjoy it so much. You should watch the entire segment of the tribute. Lenny Kravits does a super performance of Whole Lotta Love. Thank you from NYC ✌

[@lisal6121]

That entire show of the Kennedy center tribute to Led Zeppelin was just awesome!

[@guidedmeditation2396]

I know it has been said before but its like the members of Led Zeppelin heard that song for the first time in the way that their fans had heard it all these years.

[@ziggystardust226]

Yes, ya’ll should check out Heart. Ann is a power house especially in the 70s and 80’s.

[@lpluva1]

I teared up when I finally noticed the choir were also all wearing the Bonham Boulder Cap.

[@punkydoodle4774]

bowler

[@mugsy01]

Thanks!

[@thisisitreactions]

Much love!!! Thanks for rocking with us!