:thumb: On the contrary, while I think Page's play is often sloppy (technically speaking only) that is not necessarily a bad thing. Part of it was his style and often blues based music (rock, blues, or otherwise) is a bit sloppy. Page is/was a genius in his riff creations. He was a good lead player, but it was his ability to create some of the best riffs in the history of the genre that have impressed me the most. He is one of the all time greats IMHO and should be on any rock guitarist top 10 list. I still listen to Zeppelin and never tire of the riffs he came up with. He was an innovator and the older I get and more I listen, the more I just say 'wow' to so much of what he came up with. Here it is 4 decades later and Zeppelin's music still is listened to and talked about. It don't get much better than that!

 

To me, Zeppelin is the most influential band in music history. Perhaps the Beatles field of influence is wider, I wouldn't argue the point. But, to me, it's Zeppelin.

 

They had a little bit of everything. Acoustic folky sounding stuff, hard rock, bluesy raw rock n' roll, epic songs, etc. I can't think of any other band that has a body of work with the quality and diversity that they produced.

To me, Zeppelin is the most influential band in music history. Perhaps the Beatles field of influence is wider, I wouldn't argue the point. But, to me, it's Zeppelin.

 

They had a little bit of everything. Acoustic folky sounding stuff, hard rock, bluesy raw rock n' roll, epic songs, etc. I can't think of any other band that has a body of work with the quality and diversity that they produced.

 

Not that Zep isn't great, but methinks you aren't trying hard enough. I can name a handful or so off the top of my head, such as Prince, Neil Young, Funkadelic and the Rolling Stones, among others.

Not that Zep isn't great, but methinks you aren't trying hard enough. I can name a handful or so off the top of my head, such as Prince, Neil Young, Funkadelic and the Rolling Stones, among others.

 

You're entitled to that opinion, but I respectfully disagree. I won't argue the point though, because I have great respect for your musical expertise and opinions.

 

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Besides, the whole "most influential band" argument is somewhat subjective I think. There's no way to actually prove it and its obviously influenced by what you listen to. And, there's no doubt, I've listened to more bands that would fall under the Zeppelin influence sphere than say, Prince or Funkadelic.

 

And, after some consideration, I'd be inclined to say the Beatles would likely trump Zeppelin anyway. They've likely influenced nearly everybody in some form whether directly or indirectly. :idunno:

To me, Zeppelin is the most influential band in music history. Perhaps the Beatles field of influence is wider, I wouldn't argue the point. But, to me, it's Zeppelin.

 

They had a little bit of everything. Acoustic folky sounding stuff, hard rock, bluesy raw rock n' roll, epic songs, etc. I can't think of any other band that has a body of work with the quality and diversity that they produced.

 

Influential absolutely. The most influential? Not sure on that one. I love Zeppelin, but I wouldn't say they are the most influential.

You're entitled to that opinion, but I respectfully disagree. I won't argue the point though, because I have great respect for your musical expertise and opinions.

 

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Besides, the whole "most influential band" argument is somewhat subjective I think. There's no way to actually prove it and its obviously influenced by what you listen to. And, there's no doubt, I've listened to more bands that would fall under the Zeppelin influence sphere than say, Prince or Funkadelic.

 

And, after some consideration, I'd be inclined to say the Beatles would likely trump Zeppelin anyway. They've likely influenced nearly everybody in some form whether directly or indirectly. :idunno:

 

I was speaking more to your comment about the diversity in their body of work; should've clarified that. But I could argue that Parliament/Funkadelic influenced two entire genres of music, funk and hip-hop.

One thing I might add to the "most influential" debate is the fact that, at least in my mind, influence is not based on how many genres or styles a band has recorded in themselves. Instead, I would determine most influential by how many artists and styles have drawn influence from the band in question. Kind of a "how many lives they have touched" premise...as it applies to music, of course.

 

I'd say, hands down, it's gotta be Dylan.

I was speaking more to your comment about the diversity in their body of work; should've clarified that. But I could argue that Parliament/Funkadelic influenced two entire genres of music, funk and hip-hop.

 

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To clarify, quality and diversity weren't intended as separate ideas, i.e., there may be bands with more diversity in their catalog, but they don't do it with the quality of Zeppelin. But, that's just me. We all have our own preference and we don't have to like something just because someone else does or because its popular.

 

BTW, does anybody else like The Killers or Franz Ferdinand?

I was speaking more to your comment about the diversity in their body of work; should've clarified that. But I could argue that Parliament/Funkadelic influenced two entire genres of music, funk and hip-hop.

 

Music I don't particularly enjoy to a large degree, which obviously influences my opinions.

One thing I might add to the "most influential" debate is the fact that, at least in my mind, influence is not based on how many genres or styles a band has recorded in themselves. Instead, I would determine most influential by how many artists and styles have drawn influence from the band in question. Kind of a "how many lives they have touched" premise...as it applies to music, of course.

 

I'd say, hands down, it's gotta be Dylan.

 

Dylan has had songs covered by every musical genre in existence. That speaks volumes about his influence.

 

The Beatles are another one. When many artists say these words 'I haven't made my Sgt Pepper album yet', it says a lot about the influence they have had as well.

BTW, does anybody else like The Killers or Franz Ferdinand?

 

I like a handful of their songs, but I don't know what I would say on the whole. I think they have potential to be good, but I'm yet to hear anything that even vaguely resembles an "album" from either band...and by and large, I tend listen to album oriented bands.

 

BTW, does anybody else like The Killers or Franz Ferdinand?

 

I could take 'em or leave 'em. I've not really heard anything from either that made me say, "Wow, I've gotta find out more about these guys," which is generally the litmus test for me. I wouldn't turn down a free ticket to a show, however.

I could take 'em or leave 'em. I've not really heard anything from either that made me say, "Wow, I've gotta find out more about these guys," which is generally the litmus test for me. I wouldn't turn down a free ticket to a show, however.

 

That sounds about right to me.

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I like them pretty good. They're just a little different style and sound from what I normally listen to. I have a couple of albums by both. I wasn't sure if there would be any other songs I liked besides the ones that suckered me into buying them in the first place. However, I was pleased by them. None of them are great albums from start to finish, but they all have several songs that I like with a few that I don't as well...

 

I was just curious if there were any fans out there. I kinda like these two bands.

 

I watched a Killers concert on one of the Dish HD channels and it looked like they put on a decent show. The free ticket would probably be worth it Jim.