Led Zeppelin was an English rock
band that formed in September 1968. Led Zeppelin consisted of Jimmy
Page (guitar), Robert Plant (vocals), John Paul Jones (bass guitar /
keyboards), and John Bonham (drums). With their heavy, guitar-driven
sound, the group is regarded as establishing a basis for the creation
of heavy metal music. Their rock-infused interpretation of the blues
and folk genres also incorporated rockabilly, reggae, soul, funk,
classical, Celtic, Indian, Arabic, pop, Latin, and country. Over 25
years after disbanding following Bonham's death in 1980, Led Zeppelin
continues to be held in high regard for its artistic achievements,
commercial success, and broad influence. The band has sold more than
300 million albums worldwide.
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