Getting Heavy

1969  CCR made hit singles. Led Zeppelin most definitely did not. 

They were a dark, complex introduction to an exciting world of sex, drugs and rock'n'roll, most of which I barely understood, let alone experienced. It was the first music I bought into which had blues influences   (somehow I had failed to encounter Cream before they disbanded), and the sophistication and innovation took my breath away. All of their albums contain tracks I listen to today, and when I finally got to see Page and Plant live, many years later in Prague, it was well worth the 30 year wait.

Led Zeppelin II is a rock classic, each track a challenging gem. "Ramble On" is one of the quieter interludes; it taught me a lot about musical dynamics, and with its Lord of the Rings references, fitted very well with my book of the day.