kingzoso Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 (edited) It's been 34 years. R.I.P. John Bonham. Yes you are right. In My John Bonhamesque state of mind last night, I mistyped 24 when I really meant 34 Years Gone. I still Love You, Mr. Bonham. Edited September 26, 2014 by kingzoso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock Historian Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 From the signature triplets, to the inimitable right foot, to the larger than life trademark "sound". The all around drummer. With incredible technique, infectious groove, finesse, power, dynamics and musicality. Never overplaying or underplaying a song. He was and still is the ultimate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percy_girl Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 God, 34 years had passed... I can't believe it... you are truly missed, John Bonham! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anjin-san Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 I avoided Clapton/Baker BS on YouTube. Rather hear that snare and right foot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross62 Posted September 26, 2014 Author Share Posted September 26, 2014 Jillian stole my thread title!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maaike Roeleveld Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 We'll never forget John Bonham, there has never been another drummer like him..... and there never will be..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z1inspector Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 The Globe and Mail [Toronto, Ont] 02 Dec 1981: P.15 I WONDER ...if their is any info on his chopper ? ANYBODY?Pianos once owned by former Beatles John Lennon and Paul McCartney are among more than 800 items to be sold Dec. 22 in what Sotheby's bills as the world's first rock 'n' roll auction. Sotheby's officials said a guitar owned by George Harrison, records, juke boxes, cars, clothes, autographs, photos and posters are among the articles up for bid. The Lennon keepsakes include an upright piano he bought in 1970, his marriage certificate to his first wife, Cynthia, a moped, copies of his books and six stage outfits. Lennon was shot to death outside his New York apartment a year ago. A scarlet Model T custom car once owned by the late John Bonham of Led Zeppelin, 15 rare tapes made by Jimi Hendrix in 1968 and two busts of Elvis Presley are other items gathered for the sale at Sotheby's Belgravia showrooms.The Globe and Mail [Toronto, Ont] 02 Dec 1981: P.15 Pianos once owned by former Beatles John Lennon and Paul McCartney are among more than 800 items to be sold Dec. 22 in what Sotheby's bills as the world's first rock 'n' roll auction. Sotheby's officials said a guitar owned by George Harrison, records, juke boxes, cars, clothes, autographs, photos and posters are among the articles up for bid. The Lennon keepsakes include an upright piano he bought in 1970, his marriage certificate to his first wife, Cynthia, a moped, copies of his books and six stage outfits. Lennon was shot to death outside his New York apartment a year ago. A scarlet Model T custom car once owned by the late John Bonham of Led Zeppelin, 15 rare tapes made by Jimi Hendrix in 1968 and two busts of Elvis Presley are other items gathered for the sale at Sotheby's Belgravia showrooms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apantherfrommd Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 https://music.yahoo.com/news/hear-paul-mccartneys-long-lost-duet-john-bonham-193900798-rolling-stone.html By Kory Grow 6 hours ago Content preferences Done . View photo Hear Paul McCartney's Long-Lost Duet With John Bonham Paul McCartney has shared a different version of the urgent-sounding, piano-driven Wings at the Speed of Sound tune "Beware My Love" that features Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham behind the kit. Paul McCartney: The Long and Winding Q&A The previously unreleased take of the song, which clocks in at a minute less than the studio version, will appear on the bonus disc of the upcoming deluxe edition of the record and finds Bonzo battering out a propulsive rhythm with intricate filigrees when the song moves to the bridge (and the former Beatle shouts, "Intro!"). McCartney shared the tune via Twitter's new audio card during a Q&A on Twitter in a reply to a fan. .@raisingbiz Yes indeed! And here’s the world premiere of it featuring John Bonham on drums: http://t.co/K7selVAvaO. #Wings #askPaul — Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) October 20, 2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rover Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 (edited) Bonzo's Birthday Bash 5/30/2015 http://redditchstandard.co.uk/news/led-zeppelins-john-bonham-remembered-10547/ John “Bonzo” Bonham of Led Zeppelin would be celebrating his 67th birthday at the end of this month. To mark the occasion, Headless Cross record shop Vintage Trax will be holding a “Bonzo Birthday Bash” on Saturday, May 30, the day before his actual birthday. “As my shop is just a few yards from where John was born on Birchfield Road, it seems most fitting that his birthday is celebrated here,” said owner, Ros Sidaway, who coincidentally celebrates her birthday on May 31 too. “We hope Led Zep fans and those who remember John when he was growing up in the area will join us and share their memories of him,” added Ros. Plans are currently being finalised for the event which will run from 11am to 3pm, and all profits raised from the sale of exclusive button badges and copies of the book “John Bonham – The Powerhouse Behind Led Zeppelin”, written by his late brother, Mick, will go to the John Bonham Memorial Fund. A new audio visual presentation, “John Bonham Was Here!” will be shown for the first time, along with video footage of John playing drums, and of course, Led Zeppelin music played – on vinyl. For more details about the event, please see website www.VintageTrax.co.uk or follow on twitter @VintageTrax. For further information on the John Bonham Memorial Fund campaign, go to www.johnbonhammemorialfund.com Edited May 20, 2015 by The Rover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Jam Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Happy Birthday Bonzo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlanetPage Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 ...."The Heart of Led Zeppelin"...Happy Birthday, our Beloved Musician!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walter Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Happy Birthday, Bonzo!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledded1 Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 He was more than a thunder of drums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluecongo Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 I bet Jimmy is very sad every May 31st. Bonzo was connected telepathically to Jimmy musically, he understood and knew exactly how to execute Jimmy's musical vision. A loss Jimmy has never recovered from. Happy Birthday Bonzo we all still miss you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maaike Roeleveld Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Happy birthday Bonzo. You are still very sadly missed........., you were, you are and you always will be one of a kind..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 (edited) Not going to babble on like last year...I'll keep it brief. John Henry Bonham. May 31, 1948 - September 25, 1980. The man who put the 'Hammer' in the Hammer of the Gods. 42 years ago on this night I was fortunate to see Led Zeppelin at the Forum on John Bonham's birthday...the famous "Bonzo's Birthday Party" show. Tonight, I will be seeing Jason Bonham pay tribute to his father at the Greek Theatre. I doubt there will be a dry eye in the house. I raise a pint of Ballantine's to ye, Bonzo! You're sorely missed, by god. Edited May 31, 2015 by Strider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingzoso Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Happy Birthday John Henry Bonham!!! The Greatest Drummer of All-Time!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingzoso Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 attachment.jpeg3150845_640px.jpgc9f18a6bec0a69be70f99e0497d2bf06.jpgNot going to babble on like last year...I'll keep it brief.John Henry Bonham. May 31, 1948 - September 25, 1980. The man who put the 'Hammer' in the Hammer of the Gods.42 years ago on this night I was fortunate to see Led Zeppelin at the Forum on John Bonham's birthday...the famous "Bonzo's Birthday Party" show. Tonight, I will be seeing Jason Bonham pay tribute to his father at the Greek Theatre. I doubt there will be a dry eye in the house.I raise a pint of Ballantine's to ye, Bonzo! You're sorely missed, by god.Vey nice Strider. Going to see Jason Bonham on the day of his fathers birth. Have a great time and let us know if Jason does anything special or what comments that he makes regarding his father. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ddladner Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Happy birthday, Bonzo. I celebrate your life every time I hear the drums in a LZ song. You are truly the heartbeat of this great band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triplet Sixteenth Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 (edited) I'm sure you've all heard it before and it's probably been posted in this thread, but the isolated drum track for Whole Lotta Love is incredible. Hearing Bonham start yelling around the 3:40 mark is amazing. I'd never noticed while listening to the album, but it's clear as day now that I know what to listen for. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gtgxe_ientE Edited June 2, 2015 by Triplet Sixteenth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rover Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 (edited) 42 years ago on this night I was fortunate to see Led Zeppelin at the Forum on John Bonham's birthday...the famous "Bonzo's Birthday Party" show. Tonight, I will be seeing Jason Bonham pay tribute to his father at the Greek Theatre. I doubt there will be a dry eye in the house. I raise a pint of Ballantine's to ye, Bonzo! You're sorely missed, by god. In Austin, Tx., in 1974, Bonzo's BD Party was the very first bootleg LP set I ever saw or purchased. I had never seen colored vinyl before ! Edited June 5, 2015 by The Rover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mikey Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Happy Birthday Bonzo. You were and ALWAYS will be the greatest rock n roll drummer. I like the pic of Bonzo and Jason!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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