Remember when you first heard the opening chords to Kashmir by Led Zeppelin? I do, and I can tell you it made me a believer. Well, they are back and right in time. Zep is reuniting for a tribute concert that started off as a one time show but word on the street is that a full blown tour is being planned. Now, if you have read previous posts, you know how pissed I was about Van Halen charging a ton of money to see their reunion tour. I was so angry about it that I sent their management a nice note letting them know. When Zeppelin comes to town, in my mind, they have earned the right to charge higher prices for the show. I mean, come on, IT IS LED ZEPPELIN! They have influenced almost every rock band directly or indirectly since forming. They have arguably the best ax slinger and front man in the history of rock music. With all of this said and if you were not aware, the original drummer John Bonham, passed away in 1980. Interestingly, he was found dead with more than 40 shots of vodka in his body. Bonham's son Jason will take his place on this potential tour. I will be there come hell or high water when and if they come to Minneapolis. There is also some more good news on the reunion front. Extreme is also reuniting for a tour and maybe a new album. I have always liked the playing of Nuno Bettencourt on the guitar. He was, unfortunately and unfairly, put into the same category and the hacks who played in many bad hair metal bands. He deserves more and I hope he finally receives his credit. Have a good weekend.
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