Page, Jimmy, 1944-

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June 2, 2017

20:56

Guitar Legend Jimmy Page

He began his career with the Yardbirds in 1966. Two years later, Page formed Led Zeppelin. His powerful playing established the framework for classic tracks like "Whole Lotta Love," "Rock 'N' Roll," "Black Dog," "When The Levee Breaks" and "Achilles Last Stand." Remastered footage from several 1970s Led Zeppelin concerts has just been released on a 2-DVD set.

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January 11, 2005

07:05

The Pre-Zeppelin Jimmy Page

Before he played guitar for Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Page was a session musician in London studios. Rock historian Ed Ward looks back at Page's early career. Led Zeppelin will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Grammy next month.

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December 5, 1989

06:59

The Early Days of the Yardbirds.

Rock historian Ed Ward takes a look at the early days of the Yardbirds with Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page.

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