Led Zeppelin
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1966
Jimmy Page Joins the Yardbirds
Jimmy Page served as the lead guitarist in the Yardbirds.
1968
Led Zeppelin Formation
Led Zeppelin was formed in London.
1968
Yardbirds Dissolve
The Yardbirds dissolved, leading Jimmy Page to form a new group.
1969
Led Zeppelin I Release
The band released their self-titled debut album, Led Zeppelin.
1969
Led Zeppelin II Release
Led Zeppelin II catapulted the band to international fame.
1971
Led Zeppelin IV Release
Led Zeppelin IV, often referred to as 'Zoso,' is considered their masterpiece.
1973
Houses of the Holy Release
Led Zeppelin released the album Houses of the Holy.
1975
Physical Graffiti Release
Led Zeppelin released the album Physical Graffiti.
1975
Robert Plant's Car Accident
Robert Plant and his wife suffered serious injuries in a car accident.
1976
Presence Album Release
The band released Presence.
1977
Death of Karac Plant
Plant's young son Karac died.
1980
Death of John Bonham
Drummer John Bonham died.
1995
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction
Led Zeppelin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.