Led Zeppelin IV - (Vinyl Replica CD - deluxe packaging)
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Also commonly known as 'Zofo' or Led Zeppelin IV, this album was mysteriously released without any information about the band or its songs on the cover. The concept behind this daring statement was that the music inside would speak for itself, and it did just that in spectacular fashion. Regarded by most people as Led Zeppelin’s masterpiece, this album represents the band’s peak, as it’s simply one of the most perfectly realized albums of the 70's.
It begins with two superb rockers: “Black Dog,” which is best known for Plant’s accapella vocals, and “Rock'n' Roll,” a high octane ‘50's styled rocker that features an unstoppable beat, yet another great Page guitar solo, and Bonham’s famous drum solo at its finish. Meanwhile, the acoustic, Eastern influenced “Battle Of Evermore” is a brilliantly atmospheric song that’s aided by Plant and guest Sandy Denny’s (formerly of Fairport Convention) hypnotic vocal performances, as well as more Lord Of The Rings inspired lyrics. And what can be said about their ultimate masterpiece, “Stairway To Heaven,” that hasn’t already been said? Simply put, there’s a reason that this song has often been cited as the greatest rock song of all time. Starting with a beautiful, almost classical beginning featuring John Paul Jones' recorder, the song builds and builds until it reaches its crashing crescendo. Arguably, this is one of the greatest albums by rock’s greatest band.