Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin III [180g Black Vinyl LP]
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Led Zeppelin's 1970 Led Zeppelin III marks a sharp turn into darker, folkier territory, but don’t mistake it for a mellow record. This 180g black vinyl pressing locks in the band's restless energy with a balance of acoustic warmth and electric fire. Recorded partly in Bron-Yr-Aur cottage with just a 4-track, Page swapped his Les Paul for a 1959 Martin D-28, capturing intricate fingerpicking and slide guitar that perfectly complement Bonham's thunderous Ludwig drums. John Paul Jones's multi-instrumentalist touch shines here with mandolin and keyboards weaving through the mix. The album opens with "Immigrant Song," a brutal blast of power riffing and Robert Plant's wailing cry inspired by Norse mythology. "Since I've Been Loving You" slows things down to a bluesy crawl, with Page's bent notes bending hearts and Jones's Hammond organ swelling underneath. "Gallows Pole" is an electrified re-imagining of a traditional folk tune, driven by a hypnotic banjo riff and dynamic shifts. And don't overlook "Out on the Tiles," where Bonham"s snare snaps tight and the band locks into a greasy hard rock groove. This pressing captures the full range of Led Zeppelin III's sonic palette; the earthy acoustic instruments come through with clarity, while the electric moments punch hard and true. The 180g black vinyl delivers that analog warmth Zeppelin fans crave, with a faithful reproduction of the distinctive "painted lid" album cover that stands apart from the band's other releases.
This pressing invites you to explore Zeppelin's most adventurous album yet, where raw power meets rustic intimacy and every spin reveals new layers to savor. * The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition. |
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