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LED ZEPPELIN II

Though this album is more frequently cited as one of the classics of our time, it’s even more fascinating toback and listen with fresh ears in 2022 and imagine you’re hearing it for the first time way back in 1969. Jimmy’s solos on Whole Lotta Love, Heartbreaker and Moby Dick speak for themselves, but a special mention should also go to his seamless switch from rock and blues to a 50s rock ’n’ roll vibe in The Lemon Song.

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