Led Zeppelin

Led Zeppelin was a British rock band formed in 1968 and active until 1980, with guitarist Jimmy Page, singer Robert Plant, bassist and keyboardist John Paul Jones, and drummer John Bonham. Their music blended blues, hard rock, folk, and early heavy metal elements, often featuring heavy guitar riffs, strong dynamic contrast between acoustic and amplified passages, extended solos and improvisation, and distinctive vocal delivery. The band is frequently cited for its influence on the development of hard rock and heavy metal and for its powerful live performances.