Top 10 Led Zeppelin Songs With the Best Drum Beat
When it comes to rock and roll drummers, few have had the impact and influence of John Bonham. The legendary drummer of Led Zeppelin, Bonham is widely regarded as one of the greatest drummers of all time, known for his powerful and innovative playing style.Throughout Led Zeppelin's illustrious career, Bonham's thunderous beats provided the backbone for some of the band's most iconic songs. From the driving rhythm of "Rock and Roll" to the syncopated groove of "Kashmir," Bonham's drumming was an essential part of Led Zeppelin's sound.
But which Led Zeppelin songs have the greatest drum beat? That's the question we'll be exploring in this list, based on the opinions of music fans from around the world. From the explosive fills of "Good Times Bad Times" to the propulsive rhythm of "When the Levee Breaks," each song on this list showcases Bonham's unparalleled talent and creativity.
This song is outlandish. From the very first drumming, you can tell it's going to be something once in a lifetime! Plus, Robert's performance gave me shivers. So emotional!
Best beat of all time. It's amazing, opening up.
Best classic rock band of all time.
I think this should be number one. Whenever I listen to this song, my attention directly goes to the drum beats. It doesn't happen with any other song.
This song is amazing! Led Zeppelin's best. It takes you to another place when you listen, and you can imagine yourself walking through a scorching desert. The drumming in this song is some of the best I've ever heard. It makes the song, and without it, it wouldn't even be half as good. Amazing songwriting and pure talent throughout.
I love the drum beat on When the Levee Breaks, but this sounds like someone shooting a machine gun in the background. Awesome. Bonham's best song by far.
The song title defines the genre. Rock-steady, pile-driving drums from Bonzo, a busy, ever-changing mélange of sound from Jimmy (never plays it the same way twice) that is worth listening to again and again. Robert sounds like every heavy rock singer you ever wanted to emulate, and John Paul effortlessly keeps up with Jimmy's complexity, enhancing whatever he's laying down.
The quintessential air-guitar song, "Rock and Roll" would get even the dead on their feet. I defy anyone to listen without at least tapping their feet. I played "The Song Remains The Same" DVD version for my 83-year-old mother, and she was enraptured all the way through.
Classic, unsurpassed, unequaled raw power and fire. I love it.
This song is a whole drum solo, people, and is better than Moby Dick in my opinion. And don't forget about Out on the Tiles and Immigrant Song.
Why in bloody hell is this song so far down on the list? The whole song is a solo! It should at least be in the top 5, if not number 1.
A deserving contestant, at least where drum beats are concerned.
The Newcomers
The quintessential example of the "Bonham Shuffle"!
Bonham was the best in rock ever, hands down!
The drumming by John Bonham is absolutely amazing in this song. Just take another listen to it if you haven't noticed.
In my opinion, one of the best by far, along with Achilles Last Stand and No Quarter.
Bonzo rips up the middle section.
The drums and guitar riff are just insane!
I play the drums, and this is the beat I'm working on!
The beat matches the song perfectly, allowing Bonham to pound that snare between riffs. Awesome!
Bonzo's heavy, aggressive drumming, accompanied by hand clapping, is heard on this boogie-woogie acoustic song.
I find it very catchy. I want to learn how to play it very badly. John Bonham, come back!
