Led Zeppelin stream 'Celebration Day' concert film featuring 2007 reunion for 3 days
One of the world's most cherished rock bands of yesteryear, Led Zeppelin are bringing a smile to our faces during this Covid-19 lockdown. In view of their drummer, John Bonham's 72nd birth anniversary on May 31, and the fact that most people are still confined to their homes, Led Zeppelin have decided to live-stream their 2012 concert film 'Celebration Day' for the next three days. This special music feature showcases Led Zeppelin's highly-publicized 2007 reunion at the celebrated O2 Arena in London.
The band released a statement on the YouTube video that read, “Led Zeppelin took the stage at London’s O2 Arena on December 10, 2007, for the band’s first headline show in 27 years and one of the most wildly anticipated concerts in rock ‘n’ roll history. From May 30 at 8 pm UK time and for 3 days until June 2, enjoy the concert film of this historic live performance right here on the official Led Zeppelin YouTube channel." You can check out the concert below:
This was a one-off performance for the mega-popular rock gods, Led Zeppelin, who disbanded in the '80s following the death of their legendary drummer, John Bonham. Affectionately known as "Bonzo," the 32-year-old Bonham tragically passed away due to alcohol-related asphyxia on September 25, 1980. He would have turned 72 on May 31 if he was still with us today. His son, Jason Bonham, himself a widely-acclaimed rock drummer, took over the drum throne for the Led Zeppelin reunion special at the O2 Arena. He was joined by founding members Robert Plant on vocals, Jimmy Page on guitars and John Paul Jones on bass. Here's the complete setlist for the Celebration Day show below, along with handy time stamps for the YouTube video, which features plenty of classics like 'Ramble On', 'Black Dog', 'No Quarter', 'Kashmir' and the evergreen fan-favorite 'Stairway to Heaven'.
Good Times Bad Times 0:01:43
Ramble On 0:04:54
Black Dog 0:10:38
In My Time Of Dying 0:16:31
For Your Life 0:28:22
Trampled Under Foot 0:35:17
Nobody's Fault But Mine 0:42:17
No Quarter 0:49:16
Since I've Been Loving You 0:58:41
Dazed and Confused 1:07:04
Stairway To Heaven 1:18:58
The Song Remains The Same 1:27:47
Misty Mountain Hop 1:34:24
Kashmir 1:39:32
Whole Lotta Love 1:49:38
Rock And Roll 1:58:01
Fans were obviously thrilled and moved to see this concert on YouTube, with one saying, "I cried every song... Unbelievable... my life is full of freedom and a sense of direction once again... Rock on 😎".
Another viewer said, "In the last 2 hours, 63,000+ tuned in for a concert from 13 years ago and felt a sensation that is hard to describe, this what makes Led Zeppelin the greatest band in the world." The video currently has over half a million views and counting.
One fan was pleased to be reminded of how amazing the beloved rock band was: "They didn't miss a damn step at this show, they sounded as good as ever, maybe even better than some of their other released live shows from their heyday. I also loved how the last image of them on stage is all three of the guys turned away from the crowd and facing Jason, it was so fitting he was there and he's an amazing drummer in his own right."
Another fan paid tribute to John Bonham, saying, "May 30, 2020 --- for what would be - the day before John Henry Bonham's -- 72nd bday. Long live Bonzo!"
As one diehard Led Zep follower declared, "I feel so fortunate to have lived in a time when these guys shared their god-given talents with me and the rest of the world. I have been walking this planet 68 years and counting, and I don’t feel that I will ever see anything comparable to them going forward."