December 4, 1980, marked the end of Led Zeppelin — but what if it didn’t have to? Music publicist and historian Eric Alper joins Shane Hewitt to revisit that pivotal moment in rock history and reflect on the band’s unmatched legacy.

They break down the emotional and artistic weight of losing drummer John Bonham, why Led Zeppelin never reformed, and how their choice shaped the future of rock. Eric also contrasts their path with Queen, Pink Floyd, and INXS — bands that tried to keep going after iconic losses. Plus, how Greta Van Fleet and others carry the Zeppelin torch today.

Learn what made Zeppelin’s chemistry irreplaceable, why Jimmy Page remains the keeper of their flame, and how the band still echoes through decades of sound.

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Originally aired on2025-12-04