The "Live EP" is a rare opportunity to experience the unbridled energy of Led Zeppelin at the height of their live power. This EP bridges two legendary periods: their majestic performances at London's Earl's Court in 1975 and the epic shows at the Knebworth Festival in 1979. Each track is a living chronicle of rock history, conveying not just notes but the spirit of an era, filled with drive, improvisation, and the quartet's inimitable charisma.
Side A transports the listener to the atmosphere of Earl's Court, one of the band's largest and most meticulously orchestrated concerts. The gigantic venue, lavish lighting, and incredible acoustics made these performances iconic. "In My Time of Dying" sounds like a powerful musical odyssey, with each member delivering their full potential. It's followed by "Trampled Under Foot," a funky take on John Paul Jones' signature groove, underscored by Jimmy Page's multilayered guitar magic.
Side B transports the listener to the Knebworth Festival in 1979, one of the band's final major performances before John Bonham's departure. Here, one senses the maturity, scale, and cool confidence of musicians who know they're on the threshold of a new chapter, yet still retain the granite power of their earlier years. "Sick Again" is filled with the aggression and street spirit of mid-'70s Los Angeles, while "Kashmir" is a majestic, almost monolithic composition that reveals the Eastern mysticism and orchestral grandeur of the band's live performance.
This EP isn't just a collection of live recordings, but a small archive of great moments that allows one to once again experience the power of one of the most influential bands of the 20th century.
Tracklist:
Led Zeppelin Live From Earl's Court, 1975
- A1 – In My Time Of Dying 11:25
- A2 – Trampled Under Foot 9:06
Led Zeppelin Live From Knebworth, 1979<
- B1 – Sick Again5:18
- B2 – Kashmir 9:02
