Led Zeppelin: the 10 best titles – 1/2 – Led Zeppelin, from ''Stairway To Heaven'' to ''Black Dog'' via ''Whole Lotta Love''

1 – “Stairway To Heaven”, a monument, it is one of the most emblematic songs in the history of rock and its immeasurable influence on the Music scene. Led Zeppelin, the pioneering group that shook up the music scene in the late 1960s, could not have imagined the historical impact of this song which was designed to replace “Dazed and Confused” as the centerpiece of their concerts, a backdrop for their legendary improvisations. Despite a controversy linked to the intro borrowing notes from “Taurus” by the group Spirit, and which would lead to a lawsuit much later… 2 – “Whole Lotta Love”, from the first bars, this thunderous guitar riff, rivaling the famous “Smoke on the Water” by Deep Purple, stands out as an indelible signature of the genre, a sonic bomb. The cover itself has become legendary. The British group succeeds in delivering what will become one of the greatest successes of its career… 3 – “Kashmir” it is in the mountainous region of Kashmir, straddling India and Pakistan, that Led Zeppelin draws inspiration for one of his great classics, released in 1975 on the double album “Physical Graffiti”. John Bonham's drumming on “Kashmir” is simply breathtaking. It's one of the public's favorite pieces… 4 – “Rock and Roll”, its story begins during an improvisation session where the group experiments around a classic by rocker Little Richard, “Keep a Knockin' “. John Bonham triggers the magic with a drum introduction so powerful that it will become legendary and which is inspired by the intro of a Little Richard song… 5 – “Black Dog”, much more than just a song., it’s a vivid demonstration of Led Zeppelin’s collective talent, where sonic experimentation meets raw, calculated energy. Recorded at Headley Grange, with its rustic and wild atmosphere, the venue played a crucial role in the creation of the legendary album “Led Zeppelin IV”. Robert Plant fondly remembers the simple but inspiring environment… — Rediscover the 10 most emblematic titles of Led Zeppelin. Through each episode, let's explore the story behind these legendary tracks, from the improvisation-filled recording sessions to the inspirations that shaped their music. Discover how the power of “Stairway to Heaven” redefined rock but also the raw energy of “Whole Lotta Love” or the mystical journeys of “Immigrant Song” and “Kashmir”. Behind the scenes of the best Led Zeppelin titles are revealed to you in this series, in 2 parts, signed Laurent Rieppi and narrated by Félicien Bogaerts.