Led Zeppelin's Best Song Part 2

*That's the Way- Now, this song isn't widely recognized, but it is one of the most beautiful songs ever written. The lyrics cover several themes of the 60s and 70s and is quite possibly the greatest acoustic song ever. Jimmy Page and Robert Plant once again prove why they were the best as they exemplified pure emotion and beauty. This song is on Led Zeppelin 3 and is the Best Song on that album (in my opinion). Here is a clip from Earls Court 1975. Words cannot describe  this...






And now, after listening to these 5 songs, I find it impossible to pick the best. They are all so unique and original in their own way that it seems disrespectful to neglect 4 out of the 5. But, if I had to choose which one was the best I would have to say "That's the Way" is the best Zeppelin song. Obviously, that is just my opinion, but I believe it is amazing because of the fact very few people notice it. It is another hidden gem and a masterpiece.

Led Zeppelin's Best Song

Now, when you are talking about the greatest band of all time, it is extremely difficult to name their best song. But, the common trend for all of America is naming "Stairway to Heaven" not only Zeppelin's best song, but the best song of all time. I personally do not agree with this, despite Stairway being an incredible song as is. But, when looking at Zeppelin's best, I like to narrow it down to 5 songs-ones that were vastly different from the rest, and ones which showcased pure emotion, pure musicianship, and pure talent. Here is my top 5 list and then we will determine which song is the best.

*Kashmir-The song Robert Plant calls "the pinnacle of Led Zeppelin." Everyone knows the classic riff and the astounding lyrics expressed by Plant. Basically, this song is 8 minutes of pure power and bone chilling energy that is unlike any other song I have ever heard. The drums are perfectly executed and the guitar riff is classic and of course, Robert Plant nails this song. This competes right with Stairway.



*Since I've Been Loving You- Perhaps Jimmy Page's most epic guitar solo, as the solo is enough to be a song in itself. This song IS PURE EMOTION. Robert Plant and Jimmy Page shine as their instruments cry for the sake of love. In the words of Robert Plant, "SIIIINNNNCCCE IVE beeeennn lovin you yea" You cannot argue the amount of feeling and passion put into this song. It is without a doubt, among the best



*The Rain Song- The album Houses of the Holy was perhaps Zeppelin's best work, as they completely reinvented their style and provided their audiences with angelic music. The Rain Song is perhaps one of the most impressive pieces of guitar work I have ever heard. Jimmy Page proves why this band was and is still the best band ever by playing the most beautiful piece of rock n roll music-up there in the ranks of Beethoven and Sebastian Bach. Don't believe me, watch this...




*The Lemon Song- Led Zeppelin 2 was the album that made kids pick a guitar and start playing and this song, in my opinion, is the crown jewel of that album. Heavily bluesy, and catchy, this song showcased the pure genius of all 4 band members, as the guitar riff is soooo all over the place and insane, the vocals tell a story of frustration and are executed in perfect fashion, and John Paul Jones lays down one of the greatest bass lines in history. This song never gets old and is easily one of Zeppelin's best.

The Evolution of Coldplay Pt. 2

This is further proving how Coldplay has expanded their music over the years. Enjoy!

The Evolution of Coldplay

One of the most popular bands this generation is Coldplay. Fans characterize them as a modern day U2, as their music closely resembles their style. But regardless, Coldplay, in my opinion, are well accomplished musicians who have totally evolved since their debut album "Parachutes" in 2000. They started off as a very mellow and acoustic driven band. All of their songs talked about falling in love and they were either a love or hate band. Still, the voice of Chris Martin and the melodies and rhythm of the band made them immediate fan favorites. One song in particular on that album is "Trouble," a piano driven song about a song figuratively speaking about a spider finding its web. Many original fans of the band call it their best song. Also, in my opinion, there is not one bad song on that album. The album flows perfectly and I truly believe it is their best work. If anyone has an hour to spare, then I would seriously consider them to give this album a listen, as it could be a life changing experience.

After Parachutes, "A Rush of Blood to the Head" was released. This album is also a masterpiece, as it captured Coldplay's original style and turned the volume way up. Once again, the song's are about falling in love and finding peace with yourself and no band, and I mean no band, can make you shed a tear these days like Coldplay can. While many fans consider this their best album, I believe it comes at a close second because it unfortunately lacked acoustic guitar. I will post a link to "Clocks" so everyone can see how different and yet similar this song sounds compared to their first album.


And now, for Viva La Vida. Released in 2008, this is without a doubt their most marketable album to date, as millions of fans around the world have become fans of the band due to this album. And the greatest thing about it is, it is so vastly different from their first 3 albums. The album is essentially a giant history lesson as many of the lyrics explain important historical events around the world and how war and love intertwine. It is too complicated to put into words, so I will post a video of "Violet Hill"-a song about how love is enough for a man to give up on war and politics. It is incredible and show how this band has matured both musically and spiritually.

All in all, Coldplay are well recognized musicians with immense talent and ever changing music. They have a new album underway and I believe this one will be their best work.

Hidden Gems

In the world of music, there are songs we like to call, "hidden gems." These are the songs that aren't really popular amongst the public, but are so good that somehow no one bothers to acknowledge them. These songs have a very low fan base and are guaranteed to amaze anyone who takes the time to listen. A couple examples of hidden gems are "That's the Way" by Led Zeppelin and "I Could have Lied" by the Chili Peppers. It's funny because these songs were all on popular albums and yet the more popular songs overshadow them. These songs both have astounding guitar work and lyrics. Why they aren't popular is beyond me. I consider these songs some of the best work these bands have done and are timeless masterpieces. Now, onto the point...

There is a hidden gem in particular that is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. It's a love song with unique guitar work and enchanting lyrics. This is the song "For Emily, Whenever I may find her" by Simon and Garfunkel. I cannot describe how good this song is. The words are so powerful and sung with perfection by Art Garfunkel. This song, while not their most popular, has been covered by many bands and solo artists. But, no one comes close to nailing the song better than John Frusciante. John is former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist and now solo artist. He has covered many songs before, but this one is his hidden gem. His voice is perfect and better yet, he only performs it live. Below are two links to the original by Simon and Garfunkel and a live version by John. I'll let you be the judge.

S and G- here




Frusciante here-

Led Zeppelin

Another clip proving why Led Zeppelin was the real deal...and still is.