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THE REVIEW
"Do what thou wilt so mote it be" archaic English which, translated, reads: "Do what you want so you may be".
Lofty phrase, of Crowleyian origin, skillfully inscribed between the grooves of the vinyl of this full-length from the Zeppelin.
We are in the countryside of Bron-Y-Aur, in Wales. Having left behind the explosive Hard Rock of the first two albums, this third effort by the Zeppelin is a blend of folkish emotions.
The four rediscover their origins, savor English folk, and give life to an acoustic mix of exquisite beauty. The platter opens with "Immigrant Song", an indescribable bomb that will inspire more than half of Heavy Metal, with a gallop by Page fully backed by Robert's voice. Epic atmospheres that make you want to join Thor in fighting evil spirits!
"Since I've Been Loving You" is the other masterpiece, over 7 minutes of poignant and elegant blues-rock. Bonham is more violent than ever, Plant's voice reaches frightening emotional peaks, surrounded by Page's usual virtuosity, here particularly inspired.
The rest is a delightful rustic, almost pastoral, accompaniment. Cheerful folk ballads with epic/medieval lyrics reveal the softer side of the English quartet, without detracting from the overall quality of the performance: the riffs are there, the solos too, the "group" as well. That combination of emotions, notes, and words that make the soul vibrate with every listening, as the Zep have accustomed us to.
The very delicate Tangerine, played on tiptoe by every member; the engaging Bron-Y-Aur Stomp, which echoes a mix between the Wild West and a medieval tavern; Out of Titles, with an unforgettable riff (also used for live shows in Black Dog, by the way).
From this album onwards, there will be a turning point: new melodic choices, new rides, different ways of interpreting rock. The Zeppelin will never be the same again!
In short: masterpiece, absolutely enjoyable... Better with a glass of wine in the open countryside ;D
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Led Zeppelin III marks a significant departure from the band's earlier hard rock style, embracing folk and acoustic elements. The album combines powerful tracks like 'Immigrant Song' and 'Since I've Been Loving You' with delicate folk ballads. This blend signals a new musical direction while maintaining the band's signature intensity and virtuosity. A true masterpiece that showcases Led Zeppelin's evolving sound.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin were an English rock band formed in 1968 by Jimmy Page with Robert Plant, John Paul Jones and John Bonham. They became one of the most influential rock groups of the late 1960s and 1970s; the band disbanded after John Bonham's death in 1980.109 Reviews
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By ROCKER88
Page achieved his dream: to make the listener compare the sound of the guitar to the relentless advance of an army.
'Since I've Been Loving You' is a blues masterpiece with Plant's voice erupting thundering after the initial sweetness.
By Alchimista
"Since I’ve Been Loving You is a cornerstone of the Dirigible’s discography. No more words are needed."
"Tangerine is the best fusion of the whole band in the entire discography of the Dirigible. A must-have piece."
By macciopiccio
"Among the top ten most badass riffs in the history of Rock."
"'Since I've Been Loving You' is a piece to fall in love with, like becoming enamored with a woman or a man and remaining indissolubly tied for eternity."
By claudio carpentieri
Immigrant Song, a musical monolith in which Plant’s cries of invasion propel an invincible shock wave.
Gallows Pole intensifies the narrative of the condemned prisoner escaping his unhappy fate with an ingenious blend of instruments.
By paolofreddie
"Since I've been loving you, a magnificent and sublime blues piece, is my favorite Led Zeppelin song."
"The album is certainly not on par with masterpieces like Led Zeppelin I and IV, but it has a nice sound, and the listening is very pleasant."
