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Richard Morton-Jack
Author and compiler of Led Zeppelin: The Only Way to Fly, appearing as the episode's featured guest to discuss his research into Led Zeppelin's early press coverage and history.
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Oct 14, 2025
• 40min
Led Zeppelin’s fight for attention and how they fudged their backstory
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Richard Morton-Jack, an author and compiler of 'Led Zeppelin: The Only Way to Fly,' dives deep into the fascinating early days of Led Zeppelin. He sheds light on the band's struggle for recognition, the amusing early misprints of their name, and the bizarre venues they played. Morton-Jack discusses how Jimmy Page tailored their sound for American audiences and challenges the myth of universal critical disdain, highlighting many enthusiastic reviews. Additionally, he reveals Robert Plant's clever publicity stunts that shaped their early image.
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