Ep. 365 - Zurich 1980 Westwood One
Summary
This episode analyzes Led Zeppelin’s June 29, 1980, Zurich concert, comparing the original bootleg soundboard to a polished Westwood One radio broadcast. The host plays excerpts of "Trampled Underfoot," "Achilles Last Stand," and "Nobody’s Fault But Mine," noting the band’s tight performance despite personal struggles. He also reflects on John Bonham’s impending death and thanks podcast patrons.
Topics discussed
Intro: Zurich 1980 show and Westwood One radio recording details
Setlist overview and playing Trampled Underfoot
Trampled Underfoot performance and 1980 tour context
Intro to Achilles Last Stand and recording quality discussion
Achilles Last Stand performance
Patron shoutouts and bonus episode explanation
Nobody's Fault But Mine performance and outro
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