Unlocking the Zeppelin Code: The Get the Led Out Story| Ep 001

Alright, music aficionados, settle in—because on this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we’re diving deep into the electrifying world of Get the Led Out! This isn’t just a band; it’s a phenomenon, channeling the seismic power of Led Zeppelin into packed arenas and captivated audiences. We’re joined by Paul Hammond, virtuosic lead guitarist and co-founder, for an unfiltered conversation. He takes us inside his journey—how an obsession with pristine, authentic sound sparked a band that doesn’t just play Zeppelin, they become Zeppelin. Every note, every nuance, every explosive live moment is meticulously recreated. What defines an “arena rock show” today? We’ll pull back the curtain with stories of vintage gear—yes, genuine ’69 Marshall amps and ’59 Les Pauls—fused with modern tech to craft a sound that’s both timeless and fresh. Paul walks us through his formative years in classic rock, the struggle of mastering Zeppelin’s intricate catalog, and reveals the single hardest Zeppelin song to play live. And the highlights? Direct praise from Robert Plant and Jimmy Page themselves. Imagine hearing that your tribute is Zeppelin-approved! Paul also shares how the band sustains over 130 shows a year, backed by a 14-person crew, and what the future holds for this touring machine. Is Get the Led Out a tribute band, a cover band, or something entirely unique? That debate ends here. This episode isn’t just an interview—it’s your backstage pass to passion, surgical precision, and a relentless pursuit of excellence that sets GTLO apart. Trust me: by the end, you’ll be playing air guitar like a madman. 🎸 Listen & Follow Tribute Band Sessions: 🌐 ⁠Website⁠ 🎧 ⁠Spotify⁠ 🍎 ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ 📘 ⁠Facebook⁠ 📸 ⁠Instagram⁠ 🎵 ⁠TikTok⁠ 🐦 ⁠X (Twitter)⁠ 💬 ⁠Threads 👉 Watch Tribute Band Sessions on YouTube Find : Get The Led Out https://www.gtlorocks.com/ Chapters with Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to the Show 00:38 – Meet Paul Hammond & The Zeppelin Standard 01:21 – From Bridgeport to the Stage: Paul’s Awakening 02:30 – Growing Up in a Rock Scene 03:13 – Family Influences 04:07 – The Genesis of GTLO 04:23 – Musical Heroes: Aerosmith, Zeppelin, Purple & Rush 04:47 – Answering the Ad: A Partnership Begins 05:09 – Early Gear & Finding a Stage Home 05:33 – Bridgeport Rib House Residencies 06:28 – From Covers to Tribute: The Revelation 07:04 – Building the GTLO Brand 07:46 – Tribute vs. Cover: The Difference 08:28 – Beyond Look-Alikes: Authenticity Rules 08:43 – The Arena Rock Experience 09:09 – Show Lengths & Dynamic Setlists 09:46 – Playing (Almost) Every Zeppelin Song 10:39 – The Album Experience: Zeppelin I & II 11:24 – A Brush with Greatness: Meeting Jimmy Page 12:15 – Page’s Blessing 13:31 – Robert Plant’s Nod of Approval 14:11 – Vintage vs. Modern Gear 14:45 – Custom Amps & Guitars 15:00 – Digital for Effects, Analog for Tone 16:20 – Custom Ludwig Drums 16:45 – Two Decades Strong: Band Longevity 18:03 – Playing Zeppelin’s Nuance 19:05 – No Click Tracks Allowed 19:23 – Touring Machine: A Full-Scale Production 20:03 – Beyond the Stage: Charity & Private Gigs 21:05 – Handling Critics & Fan Challenges 22:04 – Ego-Free Collaboration 23:23 – Depth of Zeppelin’s Music 23:55 – Orchestrated Kashmir & Experimentation 24:28 – Melotrons & Samples Live 24:40 – Why They Don’t Play to Tracks 25:00 – Page & Plant MTV Arrangements 25:45 – Zeppelin Solo Material & Aerosmith Covers 26:27 – Future Arrangements 27:13 – Hardest Song to Master: Since I’ve Been Loving You 29:21 – Touring Grind: Back-to-Back Shows 30:00 – Paul’s Ultimate Zeppelin Song 30:57 – GTLO’s Diverse Audience 31:31 – Future Vision: Growth & Legacy 32:30 – A Classical Rock Orchestra 32:40 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find GTLO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices