Led Zeppelin to Unveil New Songs With Reissue of First 3 LPs..

Rock legends Led Zeppelin initiated a monumental reissue campaign in **June 2014**, starting with meticulously remastered versions of their seminal first three albums: *Led Zeppelin*, *Led Zeppelin II*, and *Led Zeppelin III*. This highly anticipated series, personally overseen and produced by guitarist Jimmy Page, brought not only enhanced sonic clarity to these classics but also unearthed a treasure trove of previously unheard material.

Each of the initial reissues came as a deluxe edition, featuring a second disc of “companion audio” comprised entirely of unreleased music related to that specific album. This offered fans an unprecedented glimpse into the band’s creative process and evolution during their formative years.

For their self-titled debut, *Led Zeppelin*, the companion disc offered a **live concert recording from The Olympia in Paris, France, on October 10, 1969**. This raw and electrifying performance captured the band in their early, powerful stage, featuring extended versions of tracks like “Dazed and Confused” and showcasing their nascent brilliance.

The *Led Zeppelin II* reissue’s bonus material delved into the studio, presenting **alternate mixes of five album tracks, along with backing tracks for “Thank You” and “Living Loving Maid (She’s Just a Woman).”** Perhaps most excitingly, it included the **previously unreleased instrumental track titled “La La,”** a rare peek into their experimental side that didn’t make the original cut.

Finally, *Led Zeppelin III*’s companion disc provided a wealth of **seven studio outtakes** of songs from the album, offering insights into how these folk and blues-infused tracks evolved. Crucially, it also unveiled **three entirely unheard compositions:** “Jennings Farm Blues” (an instrumental forerunner to “Bron-Yr-Aur Stomp”), “Bathroom Sound” (an instrumental version of “Out On The Tiles”), and a unique rendition of the blues standards “Keys to the Highway/Trouble in Mind.”

This comprehensive reissue program, which continued chronologically through their entire studio catalog, was a testament to Led Zeppelin’s enduring legacy and a gift to generations of fans, offering fresh perspectives and expanding the already monumental scope of their legendary discography.

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