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January 23-26, 1969, Led Zeppelin performed at the Boston Tea Party in Boston, MA. 📷: Joan Kershaw

"'When the Levee Breaks' is a dazzler. One honey of a chord progression, an air of depth, stunning resolves and a majesty that sets up a perfect climax." - Rolling Stone, December 1971

Led Zeppelin's debut album was released on this day in 1969, in North America. (UK release date: March 28th).

"There are two types of songs on the disk - Blues-Rock and delicate ballads, each style is highly developed and exhibits the group's tightness." - Cash Box, November 1971 Learn more about "Going to California" in episode 7 of the History of Led Zeppelin IV.

Ticket to see Led Zeppelin at the Odeon Theatre from 1972.

"Four Sticks" was released as the B-Side to the U.S. single, "Rock and Roll" in March 1972. Learn more in the History of Led Zeppelin IV Episode 6.

Learn more about "Misty Mountain Hop" in episode 5 of the History of Led Zeppelin IV.

Ticket to see Led Zeppelin in Newcastle on this day in 1972.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the legendary Led Zeppelin IV album we are launching a merchandise capsule featuring some of the key elements of this era, including cover art and the iconic symbols for each band member that also became synonymous with the album. Premium quality, soft feel, organic cotton tee, long sleeve and a luxurious organic cotton / recycled polyester hood are available now at https://store.ledzeppelin.com

Celebrating 50 years of Led Zeppelin IV around the world.

"This is Zeppelin's all-time classic and undoubtedly one of the finest tracks by any group this year." - NME, November 1971

Listen "Stairway to Heaven" and more on @amazonmusic (link in bio).