There will never be another rock and roll band that is capable of approaching the stratospheric musical heights that Led Zeppelin reached. The young people of today are discovering Led Zeppelin in droves because they are coming of age sexually and they recognize and connect with the most powerful rock and roll music ever recorded.
Peter Cross has a great 9 word definition for “Rock and Roll” music.
Classic rock is a fundamental part of American history. Many of today’s leading bands can trace their styles back to the influence of certain musicians. While every song made available to the world has had an impact on the music industry, there are certain performers who will eternally stand at the forefront of music.
Jimi Hendrix was the only true genius in rock and roll because the word genius is supposed to refer to is a person who creates something that’s new, and not only new, but significantly new, important, and somewhat of a milestone in human development. Jimi made that kind of contribution to the world of music, which is a very important part of human development.