Jimmy Page & The Black Crowes-Live At The Greek (2000)

“Live At The Greek” is a double live album released in 2000, featuring the American hard rock/blues band The Black Crowes, joined by Jimmy Page, as a tribute to Led Zeppelin and other blues greats. In 1999, The Black Crowes and Jimmy Page embarked on a months-long tour, performing not only Led Zeppelin songs but also blues and rock classics, interspersed with their own material. However, Columbia Records, The Black Crowes' label, was not happy about their songs sharing the same stage time as Led Zeppelin's, and this led to The Black Crowes' songs being removed from the setlists of the recorded concerts. This displeased the Georgia band, who nevertheless continued to fulfill their contractual obligations for the tour. This “Live At The Greek” was recorded at the legendary Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on October 19th and 20th, 1999. The repertoire consists of covers of Led Zeppelin and blues greats such as B.B. King, Peter Green, Sonny Boy Williamson, Elmore James, Willie Dixon, and Jimmy Rogers, as well as The Yardbirds' classic “Shapes of Things”. On this double album, the Robinson brothers' band managed to make the covers their own, imbuing the music with their unmistakable style of hard rock and blues, adding their unique nuances while still respecting the original spirit of each song. Jimmy Page, for his part, demonstrates peak form, rejuvenated and incredibly energetic, proving why he is one of the guitar greats, especially in his musical heaven. “Live At The Greek” would once again bring them glory and millions of copies sold. A double album of the best rock performed by a group of talented musicians who know how to perceive the color and smell of the best rock music.