In 1980; Led Zeppelin formally disbanded following the death of drummer John Bonham. Yet over three decade; the music; the mystique; and the legacy of this legendary rock act lives on. Reissues of their music sell in the millions; while rumors of reunion tours continue to electrify fans across the globe. The various solo projects pursued by the three surviving membersmdash;Jimmy Page; Robert Plant; and John Paul Jonesmdash;will forever live the shadow of the blinding light they generated as Led Zeppelin.In Experiencing Led Zeppelin: A Listenerrsquo;s Companion; musician and writer Gregg Akkerman looks behind the curtain of ldquo;rock godsrdquo; sensationalism at this performing acts musical legacy through their studio and live recordings. Drawing on his many years as a rock musician and music scholar; Akkerman peeks under the hood to explain not just the when and the where of Led Zeppelins music; but the why. Putting readers right there; in the times and places where the band was recording and performing its iconic numbers; Akkerman is the voice whispering in the ear of anyone interested in understanding how Led Zeppelins music works. Experiencing Led Zeppelin: A Listenerrsquo;s Companion is for the die-hard Led Zeppelin fan and the first-timer just discovering the brilliance of this super band.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I truly enjoyed the information presentedBy Hugh Smith TonesAs a lover of the pipe organ; a church musician for my entire life (only giving it up upon hitting 70); and having been employed by Aeolian-Skinner during the time of the old shop and the move to the new; during its last gasps; then on to a smaller builder ; and also having been caught up in the controversies of "purist" building/playing/design vs "romantic" or Modern/Classic Americanism design; I truly enjoyed the information presented. It was comprehensive and concise as well as consistent with the viewpoints expressed. Of the individuals referred to; I have personally had dealings and was known by some of them. A most pleasurable and "cant put it down" read.RECOMMENDED!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fantastic Book! I thought that it may be a ...By Gadget GuyFantastic Book! I thought that it may be a bit boring given its history content; but the author makes it very readable by basing it around the personalities involved. I could hardly put it down; and I know very little about pipe organs; I just enjoy the music.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Harry De Gray CatThis will satisfy any organ enthusiast. Full of useful and entertaining information.
