I think Led Zeppelin was more like a band whose music looked back on times rather than forward. But they integrated new concepts, new musical elements into the familiar blues. So, in that sense, Led Zeppelin was a very innovative band. They didn't experiment too much, but brought unfamiliar elements into mainstream rock. Folk compositions of the band like Bron-Yr-Aur Stomp really show their widespread talents off. And then, I mean, c'mon, how many rock n' roll acts covered Memphis Minnie? And how many of them did it so well?
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