John Paul Jones Archives: 02/2026

John Paul Jones - Robert Plant - 1975 - Led Zeppelin

“Has he gone mad?”: The Led Zeppelin song John Paul Jones thought was doomed

The bassist had doubts about Jimmy Page’s ambitious composition.

Feb 28, 2026

Led Zeppelin - Jimmy Page - Robert Plant - John Paul Jones - John Bonham

‘House of the Holy’: The album that let Led Zeppelin go prog-rock

It’s a very good album.

Feb 24, 2026

John Paul Jones - Musician - Led Zeppelin - 1968

The Led Zeppelin song John Paul Jones couldn’t stand and why it was John Bonham’s fault: “It sounded so dreadful”

Bonzo’s butchering.

Feb 23, 2026

Dusty Springfield - Led Zeppelin - Split

Did Dusty Springfield really help Led Zeppelin get signed?

A curious crossing of paths.

Feb 19, 2026

John Paul Jones - Musician - Led Zeppelin - 1968

The Led Zeppelin song John Paul Jones wants to be remembered for

A song worth remembering.

Dale Maplethorpe

Feb 16, 2026

Dave Grohl - Foo Fighters - Glastonbury 2017

The greatest bass player ever, according to Dave Grohl

The finest he had ever heard.

Feb 6, 2026