When Led Zeppelin Met Elvis Presley | Letterman

[@rockytoptom]

"Were there other bands? I don't remember." That was killer

[@AnttiLehto-c9v]

In addition to Led Zeppelin, Queen.

[@The_whimsickal_artist]

Pink Floyd Deep purple 😅

[@richprokop5155]

LED ZEP OWNED THE 70'S... OWNED...

[@Truely_Canadian]

AC/DC bro

[@11anonymous6]

Props to JPJ…

[@elliotrussell2904]

Robert Plant is one of the most down to earth humble people on the planet… damn I love zeppelin!!

[@jeffhaggerty402]

I was thinking the same thing. What an amazing human.

[@davebayliss3142]

How well do you know him ? Can you say hi to him from me 🙏

[@davebayliss3142]

@@jeffhaggerty402how long have you known him ?

[@jeffhaggerty402]

​@@davebayliss3142 About as long as you've known me.

[@jeffhaggerty402]

@@davebayliss3142 I guess you asked because I don't actually know him. I should have said that I liked his vibe in that clip. I get your point. Meanwhile, I checked out your channel. What is that movie scene? Were you in a hotel room and just filming from above? That was pretty cool.

[@patrickhughes4914]

I'm really glad that John Paul Jones seemed like the voice of led zeppelin in the interview. He's 1/4 of the greatest rock band ever, and very under appreciated.

[@Charles-xy5jd]

True. Forgot what a silly tool Letterman was. Love those though😁

[@shamteal8614]

He's not underrated in the music industry, only by those who don't know his history.

[@gmw3083]

He doesn't really like to use words. Sort of like Harpo..

[@yourerightiamright.3709]

I just now learned he was in the band.

[@spy1965]

@@Charles-xy5jd We can't please everyone

[@johnwoestenenk5976]

I respect Zeppelin for calling it quits when Bonham died. He was a huge part of their sound! It would never have been the same. How to describe Zeppelin.... legendary.

[@joesmith9216]

he didn't die....see if you can look into it.

[@brianszeszol4699]

closest band to the beatles! better than the stones and floyd.

[@patgalvez4563]

actually Pagey was in a bad way at the same time...

[@joesmith9216]

@@patgalvez4563 Look into the real history, they just called it quits without telling the public. They had different robert plants too.

[@kenassfktard7362]

I totally agree John

[@S1X_Bucks]

When Robert said " the three of, the four of us...". I couldn't help but pause and shed a tear. R.i.p. Bonzo

[@coco-jk1lq]

Letterman was a little harsh "the drummer died" like...that was there buddy, not a machine. Great interview besides that part

[@S1X_Bucks]

@@coco-jk1lq 100%

[@m.vonhollen6673]

To many, the greatest Rock drummer!

[@sowhat1073]

He was something else. There is a reason they hung it up after he passed.

[@jordanschlansky4093]

​@@coco-jk1lq Bonzo will atleast be remembered for his deeds, unlike creepy Letterman taking sexual advantage of his subordinate females

[@zaphodbeeblebrox3986]

You can tell John Paul Jones is the comic relief of the group.

[@savemybeans]

Yeah never realized how funny he is

[@daveyboy_]

In one of their books it was revealed how much they tormented him. Just like that guy that was in Metallica

[@themamat]

@@daveyboy_ ahh,... Jason. He endured that for too long. Good he finally got out from that toxic band tho.

[@boric4165]

John Paul Jones was Zeppelin’s secret weapon. Fuckin’ genius.

[@mikekrause3671]

he could play anything really. multi instrumentalist

[@robertdubuc4082]

Without JPJ's there is no Zeppelin

[@jamesobrien1440]

The glue

[@mikeroullier6875]

I agree 1000 percent!!! ... I read somewhere, that Robert plant was considering firing mr. Jones!!! ..that, in my opinion, would have been suicide for Led zeppelin!

[@Sasser2015]

Yup, best rock n' roll utility man ever.

[@JunkBondTrader]

Robert Plant has always been such a down to earth guy for a band with such mystical, ethereal lyrics.

[@myroselle6987]

He does seem like that. I read someplace that he didn’t like “Stairway To Heaven” because he thought it was ‘pretentious’…. And didn’t he write the words???? I don’t know if that’s true or not but I like it! I think it’s funny. LOL!!

[@natalieragnarsson5601]

He's also so unbelievably polite and soft-spoken, like he's the biggest gentleman in the world, much more so than the ploucs from the royal family, though coming from the people. It's an utmost pleasure to listen to him talking.

[@jaanaviit3847]

According to some of the locals at his local pub in London (I went to the pub he lived nearby) he was a grumpy git… haha! Maybe he was uncomfortable with the attention? Who knows…

[@jamessveinsson6006]

Because they sung about love and Vikings Vikings making love

[@snuugumz]

@@jaanaviit3847 pretty sure he’s lived in Wales since the mid 70s.

[@kenneth-pc7mf]

I have always been a Led Zeppelin fan. But I never knew that John Paul Jones was that witty!! The Guy is a stich!!

[@spiritwarrior151]

There will never be an epic rock machine like zeppelin. The music touched every chord, fiber of your being. Some songs could put you in a trance without the drugs or alcohol. What a great time to be alive

[@joannlabbe3437]

Hi Yukon Jack Cornelius! I must mention yr name to begin with bc I've heard the last name before but do not remember in what sense. Anyway, I'd like to thank you for saying something that few do Especially bc that show aired quite awhile back and I saw it, then! Too bad I was by myself. SAME goes for when their album, THE SONG REMAINS THE SAME. I REMEMBER THAT SO VIVIDLY! It's fun to talk about it now bc my friends weren't into it. I had my face right up to the 📺 screen!! I said, bye-bye! I was younger than the audience so I made up my own mind and body about Zeppelin for myself!! Of course, having no seat for the late great, Bonzo, has to be said! AND ❤️. "YUKON JAKE, I JUST WANT TO THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME BE MYSELF AGAIN! YOUR SOUL WAS OUT THERE WHEN YOU SAID IT WAS A GREAT TIME TO BE ALIVE! Amen God help us as the President is a criminal.

[@joannlabbe3437]

I freakin LOVE your answer!

[@cherylwaller4826]

Yukon Cornelius was the lumberjack cartoon character from the original”Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer”!

[@spiritwarrior151]

@@cherylwaller4826 yes he was, I used to live in Alaska, travelled the Yukon

[@existentialcrisis67]

That is so true

[@Mumblix]

Those guys have probably had the greatest ride this old world can give.

[@mikeg6666]

I saw Plant and Page in concert during the mid 90's and was blown away , what an incredible show it was. Watching Jimmy play live is something to behold! My favorite guitarist of all time!

[@Lancernixon]

Well said.

[@erikjonromnes]

To each their own ride.

[@The_Endless_Winter]

Giving Ric Flair a run for his money

[@richcampbell6808]

Not really

[@richardatyeo9903]

I saw them live in '73 at Tampa stadium. Met my lifelong love in 1974 and our first dance was Stairway to heaven. Still my favorite band And my lifelong love.

[@josealejandroabreudone9449]

you saw them in their primee, what an envy.

[@japeri171]

Led Zeppelin has immeasurable importance in the history of Rock.

[@barryrammer7906]

Deep Purple and Black Sabbath just important

[@markhall6306]

@@barryrammer7906 no The Who and Pink Floyd

[@larrydaniels6532]

I agree with your statement. I would strike the word immeasurable. It has no meaning, they did not create, did not change the rock scene of that time, and in today's world it is only nostalgia!

[@chrismarple]

@@barryrammer7906 no lol on same level of Zeppelin? No way.

[@barryrammer7906]

@@chrismarple lol yes easy what are you taking about

[@tz5206]

Jimmy Page appeared so poised, down to earth, polite, and just a normal guy while answering questions! Class act!

[@mw354]

Jimmy is awesome! Amazing human being, and to think in the day they were perceived as radical 😊

[@beejaye6261]

Just remember, that “amazing human” being likes little girls

[@julcenarc4335]

Totally.

[@Monkeyseemonkey79]

All three of them are so classy. It's amazing they all turned out so humble and normal. They have aged gracefully.

[@beejaye6261]

@@Monkeyseemonkey79 Jimmy Page like little girls bro. How can you overlook that fact? He should’ve aged “gracefully” in jail

[@FlowJunkie65]

These guys are simply ROCK GODS. I listened to their entire catalog all over again, and their songs still sound fresh, innovative, unique, and busting loose with pure, raw energy.

[@mp-kq3vc]

John Paul Jones is always so hilarious. When he was touring in the 2000's he was a true front man always joking with the audience.

[@dennissweeney6774]

Saw him on ZOOMA tour at the Beacon theater nyc .one of the finest shows i have seen and i have been going to shows since 1978 so i got some really good shows under my belt. Rock on my friend

[@jackbarnaba7751]

I love that British wit

[@mollywhitman5219]

He never get the credit he deserves for his talent. Such a talented man!

[@jefffinkbonner9551]

He was very quick witted with a perfect dry, dead pan delivery

[@jasonpovey]

I love JPJ’s dry British humor.

[@chuckselvage3157]

He doesn't say much but when he does it's a pearler 🤣

[@Lopfff]

I still can’t look at him without seeing the Dutchboy hairdo

[@johnmcascone]

Perfect Stan Laurel

[@robertdubuc4082]

Kinda like Dave's

[@painkillerjones6232]

He's one of the greatest musicians alive right now- and that's not limited to rock musicians, either. Not many people are aware of his versatility.

[@avinavprasai7940]

2023 and Led Zeppelin is still the greatest rock band ever

[@caseycampbell7929]

Fact

[@williamgallucci9913]

Always will be we will never see their likes again

[@hugov1253]

In 2024 too the best band

[@richprokop5155]

EXACTLY.... BEATLES...STONES...HELL NO...

[@sandyaw3057]

On 4/08/2024 ..the day of the solar eclipse, they are truly the best band ever!

[@michaelrada725]

Zeppelin will NEVER get Old!! Got into em at 13 years old, now I'm 59 and the music still kicks for me

[@Historyfreak-f7o]

Me too brother, me too!

[@47tooter]

Me too But never crazy about them . I always thought they were way over-rated.

[@loop2kil233]

Same, 13 and I'm 50 now. I actually limit my listens so I don't get tired of any of the tunes I love.

[@michaelrada725]

Well coming from a musician's perspective, they are and were (bonzo) so so good!

[@lenaannis8787]

Same here and I am now over 60 And of course i went thru I am in love with Robert Plant stage.. and you know what part of me still is.. LOL

[@Mai-Gninwod]

“1980, the drummer dies” Come on man, say his name! One of the best of the 60s and 70s!

[@frlango6082]

They were barely there in the sixties although they FIRST ever video is the only one I seen and I have to admit it’s pretty good. The rest I can live without. Yes bonno was an outstanding drummer And the singer can sing. They were 1000 music acts coming out of Britain that were humble, musically challenging, innovative, thrilling but zep. I wholeheartedly repeat that I wish Bonzo drank lemonade but his appetite for self.destruction may’ve been a little too obvious ,

[@lynutermark1454]

Because he didnt die like that. Superman doesn't die.

[@094340]

I just posted the same thing, then I saw your post. Letterman could be inappropriate as hell at times.

[@094340]

​@@frlango6082 Irrelevant about the 60's, and it was Bonzo, not bonno. Bottom line...Letterman was cringeworthy with that comment.

[@deanabug777]

Yeah, Letterman flubbed that a bit. He didn't mean it in the way it sounded, he was trying to set it up in a generic scenario so as to point out that they were not like most bands who would just replace "the drummer"- it was intended to show that Bonham was irreplaceable, but the way it came out sounded like he didn't bother to use Bonham's name. Unfortunate because he didn't mean to disrespect him. Honestly, I've seen Dave do this quite often- it's a part of his interviewing style where he tries to maintain a blunt and fact-based tone so as to be able to address and get to the meat of issues without a lot of polite jibber-jabber, but he tries to do it respectfully. Unfortunately, if you aren't familiar with his style, it can feel heartless, offensive, and hurtful.

[@kristinaanderson1047]

They are all so genteel, charming English gentlemen in their sunset years. Jones is a cut up. Love the contrast of the older photo of the jet when they were flying high versus now. They still fly high and always will. Mad respect.

[@___Will__Ferrell]

Robert and Jimmy finally realized about 50 years later that John Paul Jones is the secret sauce for great group interviews.

[@jodianna1240]

And besides doing a great job as bassist, he is an amazing lapsteel player and organist. Can not help to think a lot of his humor was a slightly influenced by his relationship with another funny guy, Paul Gilbert.

[@___Will__Ferrell]

@@jg6698 I never said they are stupid. But, Robert is a camera and interview hog. We all know that. That may be why Jonesy rarely ever talked when Zep was together. It has always for the most part been Robert and Jimmy doing all the talking. So, it is rare I'm sure for Robert and Jimmy to see Jonesy successfully takeover an interview with quick witted short jokes. So, for those reasons. I stick to my first comment being right.

[@r00tboy45]

Hello Will Ferrell, Thank you for saying what I've thought for a long time. His ability to make things work in the right way is his way of influencing the way that the band sounded without ringing HIS OWN BELL. A very good example of one that was in it FOR ALL. JPJ was a professional that kept his knowledge of the music without bragging!!! about himself. He made a lot of their success viable. Nothing harsh to speak about JPJ. He was a severe part of the success they had. Thanks for letting me vent. 🥰✌✌✌

[@lynutermark1454]

Theres a reason why they do that.

[@jodianna1240]

@@___Will__Ferrell I agree with y'all. Great posting. So glad and thankful you shared this epic interview. Imagine how awesome it would had been having Bonzo being part of the dialog.

[@mzaccagnini7179]

Led Zeppelin was and is the best rock band ever. In my opinion.

[@6teezkid]

You're 100% right. I mean, what other bands can say they were completely innovative, created true "music" (not trends). I can only put Pink Floyd in same category as LZ. They were influenced by obscure music and every band wanted what LZ had. There were great bands in the 70's...the best. The one thing that can be said about them is there wasn't 3 genius musicians and 1 that was shored up by other 3. Each of them were the height of innate talent. The same can be said for Pink Floyd. With Roger Water's vision for concept albums and his lyrics, they can't be topped, either. In 100's of years, both bands will be the "Mozart and Beethoven" eternal music. I have absolutely no idea how music today can even be called music. Just percussion and filthy words. No Kennedy honors in the wings. How fortunate I feel to have had the 70's music as a daily intake of truly talented bands and solo artists.

[@mzaccagnini7179]

You are so right about pink floyd also one of the most innovative bands ever. LZ and pink floyd are my two favorite bands.

[@jnwhrt13]

Yes

[@aerousops1806]

@Tong Zou Zeppelin beats the beatles by a mile

[@oldman2800]

Remastered a lot of stuff from other artists, when the level breaks for example nicked from Memphis Minnie

[@ExclusiveLM]

This is the smoothest best interview I ever saw Dave do. The same for the boys of Zeppelin. It was just completely relaxed chemistry. Even Jonesy got some massive laughs. Usually only interviewers like Graham Norton can pull off this kind of good vibes all around energy. But, this was lovely to watch. Good on them.

[@Peacefullyfree365]

Not to take anything away from the others, but John Paul Jones is an extraordinary talented musician. One of the best.

[@michaelbruns449]

And sense of humor.

[@spy1965]

da da da .... da da da....da da da...that bits wrong

[@tanayghosh8324]

He played like 20+ instruments with all his limbs!!!

[@davidlean1060]

Easily! In fact, if a musician tells me they think Page is the best musician in the band, I assume they know nothing about music!

[@PrideNverDie]

@@davidlean1060 Bonham hands down. Very good argument for the greatest drummer of all time. Jon paul jones was criminally underrated. Very elite bass player.

[@TedBouskill]

There is something really cool about this that they trimmed out of this clip I've seen before. Robert Plant purposely made sure that it was him, then Jimmy Page, then John Paul Jones. I think that was deliberate to force the camera to show all four at once. If Robert has sat next to Dave's desk the camera would have zoomed in on those two. It gave Jimmy and the often unheralded John Paul more screen time!

[@UberLummox]

Interesting take if true. I was thinking Plant and then Page were just being the English gentlemen that they perhaps are? I do like your take on it though.

[@staceyshields1366]

JPJ is hilarious! I noticed that too - these fellas are a true brotherhood. I was so happy to see JPJ playing wembly stadium for the Taylor Hawkins tribute - I jumped up and screamed like I was there lololol

[@badtweed2087]

Yeah, like John and Paul letting the spotlight shine for a minute or two on cranky bitter George to let him feel better about being overshadowed and justifiably so. JPJ has been reported to be that type of bitter as well and here they are being kind by letting him get some spotlight love.

[@UberLummox]

@@badtweed2087 Believe me, if you were in a band with two flaming primadonna lead singer and lead guitar players, you be salty too.

[@heavnnnsent]

@@UberLummox 😆😆😆

[@paulneal7495]

Man that was fun to watch. Letterman’s awe and humor in perfect balance. How great to see these guys are such humble gentlemen, given their almost mythical and earned status in our culture.

[@Stormshadow612-n8g]

2022. And Zeppelin is still the greatest band ever.

[@stevefowler2112]

This!!!!!

[@larrydaniels6532]

Try listening to the Yardbirds.

[@augustinevelajr3915]

They are definitely on Mount Rockmore!

[@larrydaniels6532]

@@augustinevelajr3915 If only.......

[@raymondcote2414]

There devil worshipper.

[@WayneBattaglio-xn1ry]

There will never be another sound as great as Zepplin. Happy to had seen live Toronto.60-70’s best years for music.

[@bobschenkel7921]

Page, Plant and Jones, and John Paul got off some of the best lines. Real rapport with Mr. Letterman, how cool is that. The greatest Rock and Roll Band ever created, and an American comedian, making everyone else feel good just being able to witness the moment. Genuine smiles and laughs.

[@motorcaster57]

If you were a musicain, it wasn't very secret.... He was a master musician!!!!

[@dennyj8650]

Great interview! Am I the only senior that blasts Zeppelin in the car on the highway? Best band ever.

[@Ebeling1026]

Nope, you're not!!

[@mikiejr111]

No,,,,,keep on ROCKIN

[@sfbaybdoll59]

Hell yah!

[@davidvogel7361]

Heartbreaker your time has come, can’t take your evil way! Go away… HEART-BREA-Kkerrrrr… Yep EVERY Time.. full volume!!

[@tomp.6239]

71, have "LZ II" in my old Blazer CD player in garage right now.

[@stephenmccollum1391]

Their Kennedy Center Honors is one of the great live performances ever

[@mangaexmetal]

I have loved Led Zeppelin since I was a kid. Been listening to them for my whole life yet I never get tired. Actually I can’t spend more than 2 days without listening to them. They’re geniuses and there will never be a band like them

[@bigwillietheb]

I didn't start listening to Zeppelin until i was about 18 years old , this was 1992 so yeah I was deprived , same thing with ACDC or even Aerosmith

[@piratessalyx7871]

@@bigwilliethebCheck out ELP, Emerson, Lake and Palmer too……Works Volume 1….Pirates

[@laurynbrown4751]

same, thanks to my dad. I have so many memories of listening to Kashmir while helping clean the house or listening to stairway on every roadtrip. my dad would always say he wants stairway playing at his funeral and as a teen I would roll my eyes but now I completely get it. picked up guitar about a year ago and just last week I learned the majority of stairway… I’m so lucky to be on earth at the same time as Led Zeppelin

[@butchcassidy3373]

Me too. Pretty much daily dose of Zeppelin.

[@christianzafiroglu6705]

Pagey can be an absolute charmer. He’s only interested in talking music, so don’t expect a personal deep dive. But he’s so gracious when taken by a topic.

[@eargasm1072]

I still have my autographed Polaroid pic w/me and Pagey! 👍

[@daviddoyle3622]

Right you are Christian . Pagey is all about the music. Very single minded.

[@jasongoweser5152]

These gentlemen still entertained me even without them playing their music. Cool.

[@craigdeloach3976]

To some that dont get it..they may have been stereotyped as just covering old blues standards but in a much havier way But those of us that do know. They were the BEST hard rock band ever. I cant even see an argument over it. Sure the Beatles were the best writers and maybe the best truely original rock band But to me..these guys were th best. And yes John Bonham was the big block propelling it all! And out of the yardbird three.... Jimmy is the best original guitar lick/writer Maube not the best player but with his alternate tunings and experimentation..I think hes the best over all. I love Jeff Beck too..but its apples & oranges. Bonham ha influenced millions of drummersI am one of them.

[@jasongoweser5152]

@@craigdeloach3976 I was just in pre-school when I was struck by Immigrant Song on the radio. At that time I never thought I will still listen to them 50 years later and even my son (10) started learning guitar upon listening to Page's solo on Since I've Been You. It proved me that their music has survived the test of times.

[@craigdeloach3976]

@@jasongoweser5152 Absolutely! Thats funny I was listening to thst same song today at work! Talk about passion and pouring your soul out in a song!

[@jasongoweser5152]

@@craigdeloach3976 cool hahahahaha

[@pmop34]

Robert seems like such a cheeky old bastard. I love him and wish he was my neighbor

[@The_whimsickal_artist]

12:11 when letterman says" oh my God" Jimmy's laugh and his elbow to plant was funny😅. To see Jimmy laugh, you know letterman is a funny bloke. There is a interview with just Jimmy page and David but i can't find it anymore on here

[@zedman6516]

These guys literally changed my life, especially Jimmy, the influence that they had on so many people, it is truly remarkable. Their music will live on for centuries.

[@devinplatt1358]

The same with me. I was 16 when a friend introduced me to Led Zeppelin. I was obsessed with them. Read biographies about the band, listened to all their albums, bought the live DVD with the plateau on the cover and watched it over and over again. Jimmy Page is the reason I picked up the guitar and started learning. It's been 17 years since then, and they're still my all-time favorite band. I love a lot of new music and bands, but I'll always come back to Zeppelin and Page for that delicious bluesy rock guitar playing. Maybe one day I'll be able to afford a Jimmy Page signature Les Paul and then I can die fulfilled lol

[@merlin7766]

I was introduced to Led Zeppelin some 40 years ago, I was wowed then and still listen to their tracks today. Ramble On, Gallows Pole and Black Dog have to my favourites though 👍

[@kathycompton3210]

Robert Plant was the sexiest front man of a rock band ever. Led Zeppelin was the greatest rock band that ever was.

[@jessejames14]

I agree, and I’m a dude! I saw LED ZEPPELIN twice in LA, and my ex and I saw him like 5 times dur😢his solo career! In fact she is going to see him again this year with Alison Kraus! Lucky her! Lol😎

[@Penny-ym1sg]

His head is gigantic now. What happened?

[@lessismore8533]

@@jessejames14Robert is still performing?.

[@Bosiota1]

English humourism 👏

[@voodooluck]

Robert had the most gorgeous curly locks of luscious blond hair that I had ever seen before on a man 😅

[@JohnWalles]

I met Robert Plant on a Flight from Stockholm to Copenhagen. He was with the band Strange Sensation in the plane and was beyond nice. My son & his youngest son were the same age (13 at the time) and really sparked the conversation. Meeting him is still my best & favorite story.

[@ianstuart5660]

Very cool!

[@daveg6839]

I can save you all a lot of time if you're looking for the Elvis moment of the interview. Plant says, "we met Elvis - he had a lot of chicks" That's about it.

[@naomiwarner7117]

Actually, he said: " We met the KING OF rock and Roll, we met ELVIS-he had a lot of chicks "

[@amandatolleson7740]

🤣

[@ginac7235]

...at min 3:51

[@karlmiller7500]

Thanks for the heads up, I knew it was some sort of clickbait when I saw Jimmy Page with gray hair, Elvis died in 1977

[@keetonplace]

I entered this video because of the Elvis reference. Actually Plant met Elvis in his suite in Vegas and there's a whole video on that meeting. I believe there's another of Plant referencing meeting Elvis. Plant talks of how cool he was and many more things. Same as many people who met him. When Elvis walked into the room, everyone stopped talking and just stared. As the Beatles did upon meeting him in one of Elvis' Beverly Hills homes. Same as Whitney Houston said, and hundreds of others. Never make the mistake of laughing or downplaying the presence of Elvis Presley. I saw it for myself. Here, Plant seemed to get cut off as he was about to say more. Clickbait once again. Elvis is used all over You Tube in this way. But, as this turned out many Zep fans are having a good time.

[@tommclain8893]

John Paul Jones dead pan HILARIOUS. Legendary band

[@JFlett86]

I’m 37. Been listening to them since I was a young kid. If I could have a wish it would be to go back in time and see them live. Hands down the best band in the world. Often imitated never duplicated. There will NEVER be a band as talented, awe inspiring, and just class acts for the gods on earth that they are.

[@1oolabob]

I remember Ann and Nancy Wilson performing Stairway to Heaven as these three members of Led Zeppelin watched. The camera occasionally cut to Jimmy Page, and how thrilled he looked to hear his song being played so well. I also remember that every guitarist in the 1970s wanted to play Stairway, but most knew they couldn't really do it justice. Playing the intro to Stairway (everyone learned it) would get a guitarist kicked out of a guitar store. Playing that intro was a tease. No guitarist playing alone could finish the song. Most weren't foolish enough to even try. What a moment it was in the Kennedy Center that night when Ann and Nancy played it right, and thrilled Jimmy, Robert, and John Paul. But that's what music does: it gives people moments. Keep practicing.

[@SimonHoward-fb6tr]

Far Corperation, did an excellent cover of Stairway. Very much worth listening to.

[@elisolomon8741]

These guys were the soundtrack of my late teens. And so will always be important to me. Respect and much love.

[@brneydgrl1]

I still listen to them today.

[@emilymartinez6961]

How many times did you see them in concert? For myself, more than 20 times ✌

[@elisolomon8741]

@@emilymartinez6961 Not even once, Emily. I dont think they ever made it down to Sydney for a concert tour. I would have seen them for sure, had they ever toured here.

[@jerilynmuster413]

Once in Syracuse

[@jamesdrynan]

Hearts' performance of " Stairway..." with the full complement of musicians and choir is legendary. Certainly brought a tear to the eye of Plant.

[@crimdell]

It definitely was. With the huge choir, a full orchestra, and a lineup of hall of fame rockers giving truly inspired performances, it was amazing. But you know, if those three lads in the audience being honored had taken the stage with Jason and done it all by themselves, they'd have done it better.

[@eyecyou4677]

Led Zeppelin...in my humble opinion were the "Greatest Rock Band" and one of the most influential in Rock History...

[@robinblackmoor8732]

This being on the internet I would love to argue with you, but I don't see how I could do it.

[@musicisgoodforthesoul999]

Definitely 2nd best.... Which is still pretty good🎶🎶

[@user-tp9ik9lx2b]

@@musicisgoodforthesoul999 Best being? The Beatles? Pink Floyd? I could see an argument being made for either one, more so with The Beatles.

[@torbjrnlund903]

@@user-tp9ik9lx2b Yes, and Status Quo.

[@christopherekin1747]

@@musicisgoodforthesoul999 Sorry first.

[@larrystratmann624]

What is truly amazing is how young they were and the amount of music they produced and undeniable QUALITY !

[@angeliquenova7440]

Yea and I had the copy of LED's of that music. Stupido meth heads stole it from me. No Quarter one of my favs; Was on that compilation LIVE. IM SO SAD ABOUT THIS

[@michaelbruns449]

Most every rock group was young when they were already selling millions of records, the Who, the Kinks, the Rolling Stones, the Doors, the Beatles, Pink Floyd, ect, ect.

[@elizabethlanders9805]

I just watched the Zeppelin Kennedy Center Honors again recently. Twice. So cool. Absolutely loved this. And I love David Letterman. He still stands as my all time favorite late night talk show host. He wasn't on top of many historical type questions for the great L.Z., but they were all having a really good time together with lots not laughs. Considering the time constraint David did a good job with the boys.

[@paulthomasmiller1842]

Describing their music in a word. Timeless.

[@richfarfugnuven6308]

Saw Robert last night at Red Rocks with Allison. Still has good pipes for his age. Great show.

[@brendasmith9069]

I was there also! Magical night, yes, he has still got the pipes! Truly amazing

[@victoryhill1]

Saw them too here in NC. Great pipes for any age!

[@nobonespurs]

hey denver man glad to see your post - best use of red rocks was the 5 octave range of Joan Baez

[@JamesLaManna-l5x]

Can you imagine how much fun those guys had? Absolute hysteria

[@gregdahlen4375]

altho bonham drank himself into the grave

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

I'm so glad Jimmy found a worthy band to solidify his place in rock and roll history.

[@beatlespeterbest]

He already did with THE Yardbirds

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

@@beatlespeterbest Yeah, I can't recall any Yard Bird songs

[@nyxsmith5340]

@@JamesJones-cx5pk to be fair, the yardbirds has two other great musicians, Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck. But yeah, Led Zeppelin all the way

[@DontLetTheOldManIn]

@@JamesJones-cx5pk yes. You can.

[@truepatrick24]

It would be interesting to ponder if Page could have pulled off a solo career that would have matched or surpassed Clapton or Beck.

[@52156drj]

The Kennedy Center honors they are referring to are those from 2012 where Zeppelin, Buddy Guy and Dave were honored. The musical performances were all good but the rendition of "Stairway to Heaven" by Ann and Nancy Wilson brought the house down. Honestly, between Ann Wilson's vocals, the orchestration and choral backing, that performance bordered on being a religious experience.

[@calisongbird]

It absolutely was. Unforgettable.

[@JoseMendoza-up7wd]

@@calisongbird Brought Plant down to tears.

[@toddbuckman3012]

It absolutely was. Deeply emotional. That is what grand but sincere expressions of gratitude do. We could change the world with more of them. 🙏💜

[@steve-uq5tl]

And Wilson screwed it up in the end when she pronounced the word buying wrong. Buy Ching a stairway to heaven, I mean WTF ???

[@kathymarie6049]

One of the best performances I have ever seen.

[@edwardlagrossa1246]

I discovered Led Zeppelin when my older sister said to go get the new Yardbirds album and I brought back LZ 1 when NOBODY had heard of them. Became a legend in my neighborhood from then on.

[@jacoscofield5150]

Absolute legends They’ve changed the world with their music

[@DG-sf9ei]

3 out of 4 musicians on this set that if they never existed.... rock would've been in the graveyard after the 1960's. RIP Bonham the GOAT

[@davidpearlactorteacherbizman]

Good God I still can't believe it Led Zeppelin on David Letterman wow maybe the most important episode of his career.

[@strangevisions5162]

and yet he spent most of the time talking😒

[@htoneninety-nine8726]

These guys are rock artists. They did write a lot about sex but they played in every genre and played every type of music. The Who, Beatles, Queen Heart and a lot of the rock bands were also true artists. It was a time of creative music that we will never see again.

[@briansauer6695]

I have to agree Htone! I was born in '67 to 18 year old parents, I was raised on rock in the 70's (although they weren't really Zep fans, more CCR and others on AM radio at the time). Although my favorite era was the 80's, as that's when I came into my own musical taste and became a "Headbanger", I love the 70's music and feel that it was the most creative and best decade for music, if I had to choose one. I'm so glad I was born when I was! I used to say everything blows after the 80's, but I've come to realize there is a lot of great music in the last 50 years and that it's awesome that hard rock and metal continue to be produced by the younger generation for my enjoyment!

[@marcodeluxe3057]

Sadly but true!

[@briansauer6695]

I used to be of the mind that, growing up in the 70's and 80's, the decades following produced only garbage. Then, after looking back, I realized that there was a lot of great music "I" liked in each decade. Maybe not as much great stuff, but there were still moments. However, if I were to pick a specific time as the best for rock music, it would be the mid 60's into the early 80's. The creativity will rarely be created again in the future. Nor will the icons, because of their skill and talent. Nowadays, the only ones who are memorable names are the performers who are highly promoted by the record companies. The companies pick and choose who looks great and who will be able to sell the formulatic auto tune pop garbage that sells to the masses, the stuff that all sounds the same. Everyone wants to make money. I understand that. However, creativity and artistry are rarely allowed to flow, missing a great opportunity. I DO love the fact that there have been some bands who are bringing back the sounds of old like Greta Van Fleet with their Led Zeppelin sound, Airbourne sounding like AC/DC on speed and a few Canadian bands like Danko Jones and The Headstones, punking it up along with Monster Truck and The Blue Stones with their straight forward rock. Even love The Beaches with a modern take on The Go-Go's new wave sound. I love the fact I was born in '67 and able to experience a lot of great music that has come out in the last 50 years.

[@htoneninety-nine8726]

@@briansauer6695 It's true. There is great music in every decade. I may be a little prejudice when it comes to the 70s and 80s. The one thing they had was more creative freedom. Sure, record labels did try to control a lot of bands, but pop didn't have as much control of the airwaves and the public had more of a say on what they liked and didn't like.

[@briansauer6695]

@Michael Lochlann I'll have to have a listen to them on your recommendations.

[@lBanjo]

I’ll never forget the day he had the incredible band Led Zeppelin For Gods Sake on his show. I’ve dreamed of meeting Led Zeppelin For Gods Sake since I was a kid.

[@robertschiffhauer1679]

John Paul Jones is funny.He’s a real character.

[@Mrmojorisin76]

Legendary. Led Zeppelin is the reason I got into rock n roll. First album from LZ (cassette) I purchased (with my grandmother’s money) was Physical Graffiti. Custard Pie was on another level. Thank you Robert, Jimmy & John Paul (and Bonham!) for sharing your creativity with the world.

[@clarel3447]

Such a likeable band. JPJ is a silent achiever and RP has such a cheeky confident persona. Long live ZEP 🤘🏻

[@simonp37]

And if you look up "cool" in the dictionary, it's just a photo of Jimmy Page.

[@MJEvermore853]

@@simonp37, damn right 👍

[@phapnui]

Going through initial phases of US Army flight training in the 60's, we were given an afternoon off and we went to PX for beer and it was there the first time I heard Led Zepplin. Beginning of song I wondered what the heck I was listening to, it was so different. By the end of that song I was hooked. Even when in Vietnam, I had a reel to reel tape deck in my hootch (room) and Led was always first band I played after flying missions. Listening to them I was immersed in the music, leaving the war behind if just for a little while.

[@Sonja-mo3sh]

❤

[@billhampton8004]

Paul Shaffer was absolutely correct. The Brits. took the Music to another level.

[@waystadtymphyndir7079]

And then Hendrix turned up and said "Hold my case of narcotics and a beer". Mic Drop!

[@MasterSword2011]

⁠@@waystadtymphyndir7079 The Brit’s discovered Hendrix, so jokes on you!! 😂😂 Mic Drop!

[@marciashiraishi5891]

My love affair with Led Zeppelin started when I was still in my mother's womb. My parents listened to their songs every day... and the moment I was born my mom was listening to Stairway To Heaven ❤️

[@coffeeabuse]

Whoa!

[@terryandrews7271]

Way to go girl❤️❤️❤️

[@TRLgoodvibesdotcom]

My mom was listening to Black Sabbath

[@robingeorgetowntx]

Your Mom made a great choice of delivery music❤️

[@marciashiraishi5891]

@@robingeorgetowntx In fact, she was listening to tapes recorded by my uncle, ALL Zeppelin songs mixed with other songs including classical music but fate wanted me to be born listening to STH…exactly when the solo started, my mom says 😊

[@jrbruce7750]

What an amazing interview. These guys are what music is all about! Hats off!

[@billgoldenmusic]

Still the greatest rock band ever, still a bit awkward with the media but never in a bad way. They were always my favorite.

[@calixa]

In like 2005 or something on UK Radio they held a competition, or a vote rather to create the greatest rock band you possibly could, using any members from any band, playing their respective instruments. Bonzo won Drummer, Pagey won Lead Guitar, JPJ won Bass and of course, Plant won front man. The public created Led Zeppelin.

[@elvissanchez8985]

Doesn’t surprise me. The greatest band!!

[@marciashiraishi5891]

There were no other choices, they are the best!

[@jeffreyjohnson7359]

Paul McCartney was asked what his all-time all star band, and he picked John Bonham, John Entwistle, Billy Preston, Jimi Hendrix and Elvis Presley.

[@BWater-yq3jx]

Well yeah, it was the UK.

[@scramblerland2648]

@@jeffreyjohnson7359 Who is Paul McCartney???

[@glennkelly4232]

Best concert I ever had the pleasure and privilege of attending: Page & Plant 1998 in Nashville! I was in the 6th row center stage and it was absolutely epic in every way on every level!!!!!!!!🎸😎

[@butchcassidy3373]

I saw that same tour in Atlanta and yes, it was fantastic but I sure wish I could have seen the real deal. My favorite band i of all time.

[@mccallosone4903]

man, jimmy is all music, all the time. its a level of genius focus that leads to greatness. And JPJ is so casually and quietly awesome, i want to be his best friend

[@marcribaudo1965]

Hard to believe this was a decade ago. The first time I put my older sisters Led Zeppelin ll album on I knew what type of music I'd be listening to for the last 50 years. Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Uriah Heep.

[@michaelharrington75]

So, you listened to Led Zeppelin for the first time, and then decided to go with those other bands for the next 50 years instead of listening to Zeppelin anymore?

[@Gravitycreatedlife]

@@michaelharrington75 no, Zep steered him to those other bands .just like me .

[@albertog7245]

You had me until UH.

[@tonymmm6543]

Pink floyd

[@alasdaircross7174]

John Paul Johns is really quick on the one liners. Had me in stitches!

[@yarberyarber7690]

He's very English mate

[@billwhelpley6825]

Dave hit that one out of the park and each of the 3 guys seemed to genuinely enjoy the interview without coming off as scripted. Wish they'd get together for one last concert!

[@kitspics526]

Me too

[@chrishayes4323]

I don't. That O2 Arena show was 15 years ago. They were pretty old then, but still managed to rock. Plant turned 74 this month, and has settled on a singing style that he can manage. He has nowhere near the range left to sing like he did in the Zeppelin days. Just because they did a good Letterman interview at that time does not mean a tour as Zeppelin now wouldn't be a terrible rip-off. Plant realizes this and won't do it. By the way, was Letterman just pretending to have never heard of Sonny Boy "Williams" in order to make conversation, or was he really that clueless?

[@adrianpena677]

This only proves we're all getting old & coming to the end of our journey! 🥂

[@nickgangone9541]

Who could possibly play drums?

[@billwhelpley6825]

@@nickgangone9541 Well yeah, then there's that

[@suzan5533]

Just loved these guys. Geniuses ahead of their time musically.

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

I seen Zeppelin live in Louisville Ky on April 25,1977 at Freedom Hall. Wow! What a show!

[@michelrenaud3431]

Robert Plant is being typically cool and British about his emotions, but truth is that be was brought to tears the night of the Honours when hearing the magnificent rendition of Stairway to Heaven.

[@jpa_fasty3997]

I watch that video regularly. One of the most moving covers I’ve ever seen

[@ga0425]

@@jpa_fasty3997 Well put. I am in complete agreement with you.

[@WISDOMvsKnowledge22]

No Way as he hated it & was peeved at it Watch him closely! It was not a good rendition at all❗

[@bradhuskers]

Robert plant was crying like a little school girl the first time he saw elvis live in August 1969 at the International hotel in Las Vegas. Reduced to a sniveling pile of jello.

[@maryannturton9830]

Jimmy was grinning ear to ear!

[@Analiffey1916]

The sound track to my life! no band quite like Led Zeppelin, once heard never forgotten, bless your hearts ♥️

[@robertwilliams060]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@phillipleblanc6508]

Paul Shaffer and the band, despite being serious and hugely respected musicians, were gobsmacked at those three super-duper stars.

[@loucontino4804]

I always felt Bonham was really just coming of age when he passed in 1980. The drumming on Fool in The Rain alone was one of the most stellar grooves John ever created. I miss what I could only imagine John would have done.

[@stuartdamon3610]

I agree. John Bonham’s riffs in Fool In The Rain, is like Michael Jordan at his best. You know what is happening is transcendent, and nobody has or will do it any better.

[@richcampbell6808]

Usually the best is early in a career.

[@charrissemunion1633]

😔

[@derekjackson1039]

Yeah man, I can’t imagine what he would’ve got into and playing now

[@shovelheadseven]

Seems like most people accomplish their greatness early on.. We got to see Bonham in those years so at least we saw how awesome he really was. Who knows what the last 42 years would have yielded. A missing piece of history we were all robbed of.

[@deanschlosser2570]

J.P.J. makes me laugh every time I hear him speak. Great sense of humor and timing.

[@TakersMissy]

It's always the "quiet ones" you gotta watch out for! 😉

[@jamesswigart3032]

Wonderful timing

[@melissatyree566]

Three of the most famous musicians in the world...still vital, halerious, and humble. I wish all of you long, long lives. ❤ Melissa from ohio 🌷

[@m.t.6969]

I wish Robert and Jimmy did some kind of narration for a TV show, of some kind. Their voices are so relaxing. It makes sense why they were super successful, as artists.

[@Williestyle-RobotechxMacross-x]

I am so glad that Letterman is releasing these shows here on youtube! Thanks! It is always a good treat to see all the remaining Led Zeppelin members talking about music. ☺

[@Williestyle-RobotechxMacross-x]

Man I do miss that signature David Letterman laugh. Hope he enjoys retirement as much as it seems. ☺

[@Southprong59]

I never liked Letterman - he talked down to a lot of his guests.

[@milmil6594]

The influence Zeppelin had on my youth has never wavered and i am 67 yrs old today and when i listen to their music is just as crisp as it was back in the day..Forever a salute to these rock legends...My older brother gave me two albums for Christmas when i was about 12 or 13 yrs old..One album was Zeppelin 3 with the dial in the album cover and the other was CCR Cosmos Factory..it was my introduction to rock & roll after only listening to top 40 and it was game on after listening to those albums he gave me..

[@mark10test3]

Jimmy's riffs are truly fun to play. Legend!

[@keefriff99]

JPJ is a funny man! I had no idea…great interview.

[@kvakma]

Thank-goodness for Led Zeppelin their ongoing presence & impacts! Rock & Roll history at its finest…..Those were some fantastic memorable times. Robert Plant never needed to button his shirt……and often didn’t 😊

[@DonariaRegia]

"In the days of my youth, I was told what it was to be a man" were the first words I ever heard from this astounding collection of talent. This was one of the best interviews from a host that truly knows how to engage with his guests. The only thing missing was all four of them dropping things from the roof of the building.

[@nickpacitti3247]

Ditto…on Realistic headphones 🤣✌️

[@bobareeniobobareenio2935]

Wrong! Letterman was one of the worst hosts. All the greats said this, including the all time great comedic genius Jonathan Winters…

[@strangevisions5162]

@@bobareeniobobareenio2935 I agree...one of the worst hosts ever. 10:05 he can't even shut up for 30 seconds, and the stupid questions he asks, and then laughs about...aaaaaargh!!!!!

[@waynej2608]

I agree, Letterman nailed it. He, traditionally got top flight guests and was tops at his game. Watch his interviews with Jerry Garcia and Bob Weir, or with Paul and Ringo. 👍

[@badtweed2087]

@@bobareeniobobareenio2935 Yep, odd that so many viewers think that Letterman was funny when he was simply a snarky ass hat.

[@laurentsamson8927]

Letterman was so good to make an interview delightful. I miss him very much when I see the newer guys on Late Shows these days.

[@markhall6306]

Agree Paul Shaffer was good dude as well

[@hypolyxa7207]

Even Letterman was a huge step-down from Carson. For me, he was quite inconsistent.

[@laurentsamson8927]

@@hypolyxa7207 oh no I don't agree about Carson. He was good for sure but not as funny as Letterman nor as quick mind as Letterman to react pricelessly on a dime on what his guests said. Actually it happened a live discussion battle between him and Carson at the time they were on air at the same hour on different channel. Letterman was really better to improvised and give a hard time to Carson.

[@fkrr5]

Late Shows are just woke trash now. No reason to even watch anymore

[@donaldhester6555]

It is difficult to describe why Zeppelin is the best ever, but they are. You can listen to their art over and over, and it doesn't get old.

[@EricFromPahmHahbah]

All 3 seemed to have such a great time together during this segment. JPJ was hysterical!

[@mickey6357]

Jimmy's smile when Dave mentions Buddy Guy is priceless.

[@janetgothreau3279]

Kid Rocks tribute to zeppelin was #1 for me. 🎉 so nice seeing the bandmates enjoying themselves and being honored finally ❤❤❤

[@nickyj.allison7045]

It's a shame that JPJ was described as "the quiet one", he's effin' hilarious.

[@waynej2608]

@@skylarhughey5866 Indeed. Even as 'the quiet one', he'd not said a word since 1966.

[@williambyham3674]

It would take a half hour to ' dramatically ' tell the story of the JPJ impersonater I met in Scottsdale : & ' quiet ' he was not !

[@billmarvin7927]

Heard their first album in fall of 1969 and stayed up all night listening to it.

[@coffeeabuse]

I had heard Whole Lotta Love from Led Zeppelin II getting played on the radio a lot, but the day I listened to the entire Led Zeppelin III played in a car was the day I became totally hooked - all Zep - all the time.

[@bennyteen8792]

Nice very nice interview with the classic Rock Band LED Zeppelin,Long live to classic Rock!!

[@h.hickenanaduk8622]

It's like going up the mountaintop and finding the hermit. Only there's 3 of them, and they're just funny and enchanting as hell - or Heaven if you prefer. So weird to hear Jimmy talk about his idols and his admiration for the purity with which they played. Like Beethoven praising Haydn. Hats off to John Bonham, Bonzo lives forever.

[@anniemack6855]

h.hicken....stunningly Right On, fitting and moving analogy. A perfect blend of Viking + Hobbit imagery IMO- 😉😆✌️🏞️🌿⛵🥳. Cheers🍻!!!

[@anniemack6855]

Of course -. The ideal American host to interview these Legends, as well!!!! Long live D. Letterman 🥰🥳🤩🤠😎🌟💯

[@Connie1Fan]

Never a dull moment with David Letterman... I miss his show!! Is never been the same without him

[@barbarajones5961]

The best Letterman ever. The envy of every other show host. David, earned the Led Zeppelin interview and tribute. Paul, was melting.

[@HEADBANGERSBALLER]

Take a good look at their catalog. Almost ALL of their songs were and are consistently still played on the radio on real rock stations like 95.5 KLOS in Los Angeles. They recorded SO MUCH great innovative music. Legendary.

[@Payin_Attention]

For my 15th birthday, in 1982, I got all 8 original studio albums. Started with LZ I, Side 1 track 1, played them all the way through. I was amazed by how many of the songs I already knew from the radio. At least half of each of the first two albums, _Immigrant Song_ and _Since I've Been Lovin' You_ from III, pretty much all of 'Untitled' and at least half of 'Houses.' Had to get to 'Presence' to find a whole album I'd never heard before. No other band has ever had that sort of broad-range radio programming from so many of their albums.

[@julcenarc4335]

They were like a group of three cool older guys just hanging out ... each with a great sense of humor and considerable humility.