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RoloTomassy · 06-26-2003, 01:17 AM

I've been having this on-going argument with my girlfriend over who the better band was. I say Led Zeppelin. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE The Rolling Stones, I just think Zeppelin was better.

What do y'all think?

rogue49 · 06-26-2003, 05:15 AM

Led Zeppelin all the way.

Not only was their music kick-ass and before their time,
but it has influenced music way more than the Stones.

Conclamo Ludus · 06-26-2003, 08:20 AM

Don't forget the Stones had a good influence on Led Zeppelin too. They are both incredible bands. Zeppelin's influence is more apparent in modern music, since Blues/Rock isn't all that prevalent compared to Hard Rock. Don't get me wrong they were both Blues/Rock but Zeppelin was defenitely pushing into Heavy Metal. The Stones kept more to their blues/rock roots and continue to do so.

Top 3 English bands to me:

Led Zeppelin
Rolling Stones
The Animals

In that order.

Glory's Sun · 06-26-2003, 09:48 AM

Led Zeppelin--- that's an easy decision.

A side note.. the beatles broke up over 20 years ago and still sell more records than the Stones

ok so I hate the Rolling Stones.. I'm biased.. big deal

warrrreagl · 06-26-2003, 10:02 AM

Led Zeppelin.

The Stones were a much better band (musically) before they hit it big and were still playing blues. They spent the remainder of their time in the 60's playing catch-up to The Beatles.

Zeppelin was a much more original band.

Gortexfogg · 06-26-2003, 10:02 AM

Led Zepplin gets my vote. The Stones are great, but not too much variety in their music. Zepplin, however, is great stuff that doesn't always sound the same

jyearwoo · 06-26-2003, 11:03 AM

Zeppelin. I think the stones are over-rated

unassumed · 06-26-2003, 12:42 PM

Led Zep man, don't get me wrong, I love both of em', but Led Zep had it all. All four parts of the band were all brilliant. I mean, who can name the drummer or the bass player for the Stones off the top of their head? Maybe I should know better but I can't.

modest · 06-26-2003, 01:48 PM

Zepplin. - a unique band of past present and future...no questions.

homerhop · 06-26-2003, 02:40 PM

Led Zep all the way.

kajagoogoo · 06-27-2003, 04:16 PM

Zeppelin dooooood

BulletBob · 06-27-2003, 09:24 PM

Zeppelin, for reasons already mentioned

h2ogo69 · 06-28-2003, 07:21 AM

zeppelin \m/

Fly · 06-28-2003, 09:56 AM

LED FUCKING ZEPPELIN BABY

*easy decision*

urgodhere · 06-28-2003, 11:42 AM

Zeppelin rules over all!!!

boredjerk · 06-28-2003, 11:53 AM

Rolling Stones. Robert Plant is annoying. And John Bonham is dead. 10 years ago I would've chosen differently.

mercury-hg · 06-28-2003, 12:07 PM

Zep, not that they need another vote to trounce the Stones in this poll ;-)

MVmfinP · 06-28-2003, 10:55 PM

I hate to jump on the bandwagon, but Zep. I love the Stones, but Zep were Rock and Roll.

Tom Thumb · 06-28-2003, 11:35 PM

Zeppelin. Two reasons:

1. The Stones were a singles band (admit it!). Every Zeppelin album is great all the way through.

2. Zeppelin quit when it was time for them to quit. The Stones have continued releasing yearly compilations and albums that rely on fan nostalgia.

izzzzy · 06-29-2003, 06:04 AM

led zeplin

YaWhateva · 06-29-2003, 05:54 PM

Led Zeppelin. The only song i really like by the Stones is Paint it Black.

So does anyone have the new live cd that Zeppelin put out? i wanna buy it but i am short on spending money, so is it worth it?

TheClarkster · 06-29-2003, 07:30 PM

To further distance the gap, my vote goes for Zeppelin too.

nate_dawg · 06-30-2003, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Conclamo Ludus
Zeppelin's influence is more apparent in modern music, since Blues/Rock isn't all that prevalent compared to Hard Rock. Don't get me wrong they were both Blues/Rock but Zeppelin was defenitely pushing into Heavy Metal.

call me crazy, but as long as I've been listening to zeppelin I've failed to see how they were "heavy" metal at all, or even really metal for that matter.........

Jadey · 06-30-2003, 09:27 PM

I think Led Zeppelin are the much better band. I don't think there is any comparison.

I'm a little biased also because I hate the Stones. Just can;t stand them.

But I think LZ are one of the best rock bands of all time.

omnigod · 06-30-2003, 10:04 PM

Zeplin!

Bob Biter · 06-30-2003, 10:57 PM

I've got a whole lotta love for Led Zeppelin.

TIO · 07-01-2003, 01:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by YaWhateva
So does anyone have the new live cd that Zeppelin put out? i wanna buy it but i am short on spending money, so is it worth it?

The first disc will only appeal to fans; the recordings are all from 1970, so there's nothing from IV, or even III. I loved it, though, for the 3 versions of "Dazed and Confused".

The second disc is great, but the whole lacks the coherence of The Song Remains the Same. If you're really a Zep fan, you'll like it, but if not, stick with Song.

woolley bear · 07-01-2003, 09:11 PM

yep I vote majority here Zep it is Stones sound the same on most albums where as I like almost every track on every zeppelin album

bundy · 07-01-2003, 10:23 PM

ROLLING STONES!!!!

great band. so´s Led Zep, but for me its Mick and Keith. legends.

however, picking up my little sister in Melbourne doesn´t do them any favours in my good books!

God of Thunder · 07-02-2003, 07:23 AM

How is this even a contest?????

The Stones were a mediocre band with crappy writing, a singer who couldn't sing and a drunk guitart that has been overhyped for two-note riffs.

Don't even get me started on Charlie Watts' "drumming" ability.

Panopticon · 07-02-2003, 06:47 PM

Led Zeppelin

I don't really even think they are comparable, really. They are like two totally different types of music. Led Zeppelin is really hard, metal-ish blues-rock and the Stones are more of a hard-pop-rock with a blues twist.

Led Zeppelin is probably the best band ever, in my opinion. If you are going by the musicians, that is. Jimmy Page is one of the top 3 guitarists of all time, John Bonham is like the best drummer EVER, Robert Plant is amazing on vocals, and John Paul Jones is a very good bass player and keyboardist. I don't think you can find a better group of musicians, except for maybe Queen (Freddie Mercury is quite possibly the best singer ever, John Deacon has to be one of the best bassists, Brian May is in the top 5 guitarists of all time, and Roger Taylor is a more than capable drummer).

YaWhateva · 07-02-2003, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by TIO
The first disc will only appeal to fans; the recordings are all from 1970, so there's nothing from IV, or even III. I loved it, though, for the 3 versions of "Dazed and Confused".

The second disc is great, but the whole lacks the coherence of The Song Remains the Same. If you're really a Zep fan, you'll like it, but if not, stick with Song.

Ya I got it and i really like it. thanks for the input.

Jamkid · 07-02-2003, 09:03 PM

Two competely different animals here.

Both have been extremely influential though I believe the music of the Stones has stood the test of time better.

darkmagnus · 07-03-2003, 05:35 PM

I agree, that they are two completely different animals, but I think that Zeppelin's music has stood the test of time better.

Just look at the sales of HTWWW and Zeppelin DVD. I think, that if Plant, Page and Jonesy decided to go on tour, it would break every concert record around. They don't, because they have respect for their dead band member. They would never be the same without him.

The Stones, on the other hand, keep milking the same cow that died after Exile on Main Street.

That is just my humble opinion, though.

I love both bands. I have both Exile and LZ III in my car on constant repeat!

Quote:

Originally posted by Jamkid
Two competely different animals here.

Both have been extremely influential though I believe the music of the Stones has stood the test of time better.

CAN_skate · 07-04-2003, 08:41 PM

Listen to the fourth album, and you'll know the anwser.
ITS LED ZEPPELIN!

KeyserSoze · 07-04-2003, 09:40 PM

LeD ZePPeLiN

JohnnyRock · 07-05-2003, 07:03 AM

Led Zep without a doubt---one of the most talented and important bands ever!!!!!

attercop1 · 07-05-2003, 08:40 AM

God of Thunder has it exactly right in my opinion. Couldn't have said it better. LZ, no contest.

God of Thunder · 07-05-2003, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by attercop1
God of Thunder has it exactly right in my opinion. Couldn't have said it better. LZ, no contest.

Thank You

monkeydriven · 07-07-2003, 12:49 PM

Zep.....

Not really fair argument though...different forms of music....like saying who's better, Robert Johnson or Muddy Waters....

06-26-2003, 01:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
RoloTomassy Banned Location: my room	Led Zeppelin or Rolling Stones I've been having this on-going argument with my girlfriend over who the better band was. I say Led Zeppelin. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE The Rolling Stones, I just think Zeppelin was better. What do y'all think?

06-26-2003, 08:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
Conclamo Ludus Modern Man Location: West Michigan	Don't forget the Stones had a good influence on Led Zeppelin too. They are both incredible bands. Zeppelin's influence is more apparent in modern music, since Blues/Rock isn't all that prevalent compared to Hard Rock. Don't get me wrong they were both Blues/Rock but Zeppelin was defenitely pushing into Heavy Metal. The Stones kept more to their blues/rock roots and continue to do so. Top 3 English bands to me: Led Zeppelin Rolling Stones The Animals In that order. __________________ Lord, have mercy on my wicked soul I wouldn't mistreat you baby, for my weight in gold. -Son House, Death Letter Blues

06-26-2003, 10:02 AM	#5 (permalink)
warrrreagl pinche vato Location: backwater, Third World, land of cotton	Led Zeppelin. The Stones were a much better band (musically) before they hit it big and were still playing blues. They spent the remainder of their time in the 60's playing catch-up to The Beatles. Zeppelin was a much more original band. __________________ Living is easy with eyes closed.

06-26-2003, 02:40 PM	#10 (permalink)
homerhop Insane Location: ÉIRE	Led Zep all the way. __________________ its evolution baby

06-28-2003, 09:56 AM	#14 (permalink)
Fly see the links to my music? Location: Beautiful British Columbia	LED FUCKING ZEPPELIN BABY easy decision __________________ BASTARD SterlingStudios

06-26-2003, 05:15 AM	#2 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	Led Zeppelin all the way. Not only was their music kick-ass and before their time, but it has influenced music way more than the Stones.

06-26-2003, 09:48 AM	#4 (permalink)
Glory's Sun Registered User	Led Zeppelin--- that's an easy decision. A side note.. the beatles broke up over 20 years ago and still sell more records than the Stones ok so I hate the Rolling Stones.. I'm biased.. big deal

06-26-2003, 10:02 AM	#6 (permalink)
Gortexfogg I and I Location: Stillwater, OK	Led Zepplin gets my vote. The Stones are great, but not too much variety in their music. Zepplin, however, is great stuff that doesn't always sound the same

06-26-2003, 11:03 AM	#7 (permalink)
jyearwoo Upright	Zeppelin. I think the stones are over-rated

06-26-2003, 12:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
unassumed Crazy	Led Zep man, don't get me wrong, I love both of em', but Led Zep had it all. All four parts of the band were all brilliant. I mean, who can name the drummer or the bass player for the Stones off the top of their head? Maybe I should know better but I can't.

06-26-2003, 01:48 PM	#9 (permalink)
modest Upright	Zepplin. - a unique band of past present and future...no questions.

06-27-2003, 04:16 PM	#11 (permalink)
kajagoogoo Psycho	Zeppelin dooooood

06-27-2003, 09:24 PM	#12 (permalink)
BulletBob Psycho Location: Rupp Arena	Zeppelin, for reasons already mentioned

06-28-2003, 07:21 AM	#13 (permalink)
h2ogo69 Banned	zeppelin \m/

06-28-2003, 11:42 AM	#15 (permalink)
urgodhere Banned Location: Limbo	Zeppelin rules over all!!!

06-29-2003, 06:04 AM	#20 (permalink)
izzzzy Crazy Location: SW NEW HAMPSHIRE	led zeplin

06-30-2003, 10:04 PM	#25 (permalink)
omnigod Tilted	Zeplin!

06-30-2003, 10:57 PM	#26 (permalink)
Bob Biter Non-smokers die everyday Location: Montreal	I've got a whole lotta love for Led Zeppelin. __________________ A plan is just a list of things that don't happen.

06-28-2003, 11:53 AM	#16 (permalink)
boredjerk Insane Location: Antarctica	Rolling Stones. Robert Plant is annoying. And John Bonham is dead. 10 years ago I would've chosen differently. __________________ Fuck 'em if they can't take a joke.

06-28-2003, 12:07 PM	#17 (permalink)
mercury-hg Psycho Location: U of MD	Zep, not that they need another vote to trounce the Stones in this poll ;-)

06-28-2003, 10:55 PM	#18 (permalink)
MVmfinP Upright	I hate to jump on the bandwagon, but Zep. I love the Stones, but Zep were Rock and Roll.

06-28-2003, 11:35 PM	#19 (permalink)
Tom Thumb Crazy Location: In a self portrait	Zeppelin. Two reasons: 1. The Stones were a singles band (admit it!). Every Zeppelin album is great all the way through. 2. Zeppelin quit when it was time for them to quit. The Stones have continued releasing yearly compilations and albums that rely on fan nostalgia. __________________ My name is marketing. Now buy my product.

06-29-2003, 05:54 PM	#21 (permalink)
YaWhateva Friend Location: New Mexico	Led Zeppelin. The only song i really like by the Stones is Paint it Black. So does anyone have the new live cd that Zeppelin put out? i wanna buy it but i am short on spending money, so is it worth it? __________________ “If the Americans go in and overthrow Saddam Hussein and it's clean, he has nothing, I will apologize to the nation, and I will not trust the Bush administration again.” - Bill O'Reilly "This is my United States of Whateva!"

06-29-2003, 07:30 PM	#22 (permalink)
TheClarkster Very Proud of Ya Location: Simi Valley, CA	To further distance the gap, my vote goes for Zeppelin too. __________________ Do not speak Latin in front of the books.

06-30-2003, 09:27 PM	#24 (permalink)
Jadey This Space For Rent Location: Davenport, Iowa	I think Led Zeppelin are the much better band. I don't think there is any comparison. I'm a little biased also because I hate the Stones. Just can;t stand them. But I think LZ are one of the best rock bands of all time.

07-01-2003, 09:11 PM	#28 (permalink)
woolley bear Crazy Location: the sun (AZ)	yep I vote majority here Zep it is Stones sound the same on most albums where as I like almost every track on every zeppelin album

07-01-2003, 10:23 PM	#29 (permalink)
bundy . Location: Tokyo	ROLLING STONES!!!! great band. so´s Led Zep, but for me its Mick and Keith. legends. however, picking up my little sister in Melbourne doesn´t do them any favours in my good books! __________________ Ohayo!!!

07-02-2003, 07:23 AM	#30 (permalink)
God of Thunder Talk nerdy to me Location: Flint, MI	How is this even a contest????? The Stones were a mediocre band with crappy writing, a singer who couldn't sing and a drunk guitart that has been overhyped for two-note riffs. Don't even get me started on Charlie Watts' "drumming" ability. __________________ I reject your reality, and substitute my own -- Adam Savage

07-02-2003, 06:47 PM	#31 (permalink)
Panopticon Psycho	Led Zeppelin I don't really even think they are comparable, really. They are like two totally different types of music. Led Zeppelin is really hard, metal-ish blues-rock and the Stones are more of a hard-pop-rock with a blues twist. Led Zeppelin is probably the best band ever, in my opinion. If you are going by the musicians, that is. Jimmy Page is one of the top 3 guitarists of all time, John Bonham is like the best drummer EVER, Robert Plant is amazing on vocals, and John Paul Jones is a very good bass player and keyboardist. I don't think you can find a better group of musicians, except for maybe Queen (Freddie Mercury is quite possibly the best singer ever, John Deacon has to be one of the best bassists, Brian May is in the top 5 guitarists of all time, and Roger Taylor is a more than capable drummer). __________________ .:Panopticon:.

07-02-2003, 09:03 PM	#33 (permalink)
Jamkid Upright	Two competely different animals here. Both have been extremely influential though I believe the music of the Stones has stood the test of time better.

07-04-2003, 08:41 PM	#35 (permalink)
CAN_skate Banned Location: Totally out there.	Listen to the fourth album, and you'll know the anwser. ITS LED ZEPPELIN!

07-04-2003, 09:40 PM	#36 (permalink)
KeyserSoze Psycho Location: Lost Angeles	LeD ZePPeLiN __________________ THERE IS NO KEYSER SOZE!!

07-05-2003, 07:03 AM	#37 (permalink)
JohnnyRock Addict Location: Taxachussetts	Led Zep without a doubt---one of the most talented and important bands ever!!!!! __________________ Not only do I not know the answer...I don't even know what the question is!!!

07-05-2003, 08:40 AM	#38 (permalink)
attercop1 Upright	God of Thunder has it exactly right in my opinion. Couldn't have said it better. LZ, no contest.

07-07-2003, 12:49 PM	#40 (permalink)
monkeydriven Addict Location: Boston	Zep..... Not really fair argument though...different forms of music....like saying who's better, Robert Johnson or Muddy Waters.... __________________ you think i got my eyes closed but i've been lookin' at you the whole f&ckin' time... ------------------------------------------------ Posting from the home of the 2004 World Champion Boston Red Sox