Destroyer
Led Zeppelin · 1977
150 min · 21 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · blues rock
A sprawling epic of blues-infused hard rock, showcasing intricate arrangements and powerful performances.
Why this album works
Though initially a bootleg, 'Destroyer' gained notoriety for its raw sound quality and unreleased tracks, influencing how fans perceive live recordings. It contributed to the legacy of Led Zeppelin as one of the defining bands of rock music, reinforcing their impact on subsequent generations and live performance standards.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks patient unfolding of themes powerful performances and arrangements
- Context
- Released in January 1977, 'Destroyer' captures Led Zeppelin during a phase of both commercial success and internal strife, following their acclaimed album 'Physical Graffiti'. This live bootleg recording reflects the band's evolution as they navigated the pressures of fame and the complexities of their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cars· Bobby Darin· The Police· The Kinks· Miriam Makeba· The Pointer Sisters· Ike & Tina Turner· Little Richard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Song Remains the Same 3:41
- 2 Sick Again 6:10
- 3 Nobody’s Fault but Mine 6:28
- 4 In My Time of Dying 10:39
- 5 Since I’ve Been Loving You Standout 8:16
Disc 2
- 1 No Quarter 19:18
- 2 Ten Years Gone 8:49
- 3 The Battle of Evermore 5:56
- 4 Going to California 4:22
Disc 3
- 1 Page Solo 10:21
- 2 Achilles Last Stand Standout 9:16
- 3 White Summer 3:13
- 4 Black Mountain Side 1:33
- 5 Kashmir Standout 8:38
- 6 Stairway to Heaven 10:11
Disc 4
- 1 Black Country Woman 1:45
- 2 Bron‐Y‐Aur Stomp 5:03
- 3 Rock and Roll 3:22
- 4 Trampled Underfoot 6:32
- 5 Out on the Tiles 0:56
- 6 Moby Dick 15:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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