Posts Tagged John Bonham
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December 29, 2016 by Simon Sweetman
R.I.P. Alphonse Mouzon
Alphonse Mouzon has died. He was 68. He was one of my favourite drummers. I discovered his work in that new and exciting way – 25 years ago or so – on a compilation. I’d been gifted this CD proclaiming to showcase the Best Jazz Drummers. And it pretty much did. Put me onto a […]Archive
December 14, 2016 by Simon Sweetman
Drummers You Just Can’t Beat: # 16 – John Bonham
Bonham – or “Bonzo” as he was known – is one of my favourite drummers. And, in a band of virtuoso players, I feel that he was often the difference for Led Zeppelin, the component that made them stand out. Listening to any of the band’s albums is the instant proof of his magic behind […]Archive
November 28, 2016 by Simon Sweetman
The Vinyl Countdown # 603
Beastie Boys, Licensed to Ill (1986) Easily one of the most important, influential albums for me – one of the things I could point to and say “I discovered this!” Actually, my friend Aaron had it first. Probably from his older brother. But as soon as I heard it I was sold. I remember exactly […]Archive
November 10, 2014 by Simon Sweetman
Jimmy Page: Jimmy Page by Jimmy Page
Jimmy Page by Jimmy Page Jimmy Page Genesis Publications The books made by Genesis Publications are beautiful – stunning. They’re almost fetish items – targeting the fan, offering up lovingly curated treasures. Jimmy Page’s limited edition photo book has been re-released in a more affordable version – and it’s still a beautiful book. Large format, […]Archive
June 18, 2014 by Simon Sweetman
Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin III (Deluxe CD Reissue)
Led Zeppelin Led Zeppelin III (Deluxe CD Edition) Atlantic Catalog Group So here’s the third album reissued (again); the third and last in this first batch for the Mr. Page Needs To Buy New Witch Stuff campaign. I’m least enamoured with this of the three – I don’t at all dislike the album and I […]Archive
June 15, 2014 by Simon Sweetman
Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin II (Deluxe CD Reissue)
Led Zeppelin Led Zeppelin II (Deluxe CD Edition) Atlantic Catalog Group I tried to address most of my concerns and shorthand Jimmy Page’s obvious cash-grab intentions around the reissue of the first three Zep albums – the start of (yet) another campaign of keeping Page in Legendary Musician Status when he hasn’t really been in […]Archive
June 14, 2014 by Simon Sweetman