A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Song 180: “Dazed and Confused” by Led Zeppelin, Part One, The Song Remains the Same
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Aug 24, 2025 Discover the intricate workings behind Led Zeppelin's legendary song "Dazed and Confused." Delve into the fascinating collaboration history of guitar virtuoso Jimmy Page and bassist John Paul Jones. Explore their early musical careers, struggles, and how they shaped rock music in the 1960s. Uncover the impact of recording technology on songwriting and the artistry behind iconic tracks. Get ready to learn about the competitive atmosphere of the music scene and the defining moments that led to rock's evolution.
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Records Became The Primary Artistic Unit
- The 1960s shifted popular music from songs anyone could cover to studio-crafted records tied to specific performers.
- That change raised the value of singer-songwriters and made records' production central to artistic identity.
How The Four Seasons Built A Hit Machine
- Bob Crewe produced the Four Seasons' early hits and built a hit-making team around Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio.
- That team controlled performance, production, songwriting and publishing tightly to sustain chart success.
Sgt. Pepper Triggered Risky Reinventions
- Sgt. Pepper inspired many established pop acts to attempt ambitious, orchestrated concept records.
- Those attempts often failed commercially when audiences rejected unfamiliar stylistic shifts from legacy acts.