How the West Was Won
Led Zeppelin · 2003
150 min · 18 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · blues rock
A sprawling live testament to rock's raw power, blending bluesy riffs with epic improvisation.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its critical acclaim but also for revitalizing interest in Led Zeppelin's live performances posthumously. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and received a Grammy nomination for Best Historical Album, highlighting its enduring impact on classic rock.
- Best for
- sprawling epic improvisational moments wave-like dynamics with peaks cathartic live performance energy
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'How the West Was Won' captures Led Zeppelin during their legacy phase, showcasing performances from 1972. This live album presents a retrospective of their dynamic sound, following their disbandment in 1980 after John Bonham's death. It reaffirms their influence on rock music long after their initial peak.
- 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 LA Drone 0:15
- 2 Immigrant Song Standout 3:42
- 3 Heartbreaker 7:24
- 4 Black Dog 5:40
- 5 Over the Hills and Far Away 5:08
- 6 Since I’ve Been Loving You 8:02
- 7 Stairway to Heaven Standout 9:37
- 8 Going to California 5:37
- 9 That’s the Way 5:54
- 10 Bron‐Yr‐Aur Stomp 4:52
Disc 2
- 1 Dazed and Confused Standout 25:25
- 2 What Is and What Should Never Be 4:39
- 3 Dancing Days 3:41
- 4 Moby Dick 19:23
Disc 3
- 1 Whole Lotta Love 23:07
- 2 Rock and Roll 3:55
- 3 The Ocean 4:19
- 4 Bring It On Home 9:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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