Better Led Zeppelin Album: Cast Your Vote Now!
In the ongoing debate of rock supremacy, we pose the question: Which Led Zeppelin masterpiece reigns supreme—IV or Physical Graffiti? This is the exciting matchup featured this week in Loudwire Nights’ Chuck’s Fight Club.
Recognized as one of the most influential bands in the history of hard rock, Led Zeppelin, consisting of the legendary talents Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham, established their dominance in the music scene of the ’70s with a series of groundbreaking albums. However, our focus today is on two specific albums that shaped their legacy, and we invite you to share your opinion on which one stands out as the superior record.
The band’s untitled album from 1971, commonly referred to as Led Zeppelin IV due to its place in the band’s discography, boasts an impressive lineup of timeless tracks. The first side alone features iconic songs such as “Black Dog,” “Rock and Roll,” “The Battle of Evermore,” and the legendary “Stairway to Heaven.” Additional classics like “Misty Mountain Hop,” “Going to California,” and “When the Levee Breaks” further enrich this album, which soared to No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and achieved an astounding 24 times platinum certification in the United States.
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On the other hand, Led Zeppelin’s Physical Graffiti debuted in 1975 as their sixth studio album and is equally remarkable. This album features a stellar collection of tracks, including “Kashmir,” “Houses of the Holy,” “Trampled Under Foot,” “In My Time of Dying,” and “Ten Years Gone,” establishing it as a quintessential classic. Having topped the charts as well, this iconic album has been certified 16 times platinum in the U.S., solidifying its place in rock history.
As part of the thrilling Chuck’s Fight Club format, host Chuck Armstrong will kick off the battle during Monday’s broadcast at 8 PM. Throughout Tuesday and Wednesday at 8 PM, Armstrong will shine a spotlight on each album individually, allowing fans to engage by ranking their favorites using the form provided below all week. By the end of the week, the album that garners the highest ranking will be celebrated with a special rock block during the 8 PM hour of Friday’s Loudwire Nights show.
Don’t forget, Loudwire Nights with Chuck Armstrong airs every night starting at 7 PM ET. You can listen in from anywhere right here or by downloading the Loudwire app for easy access to your favorite rock tunes.
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