Led Zeppelin When The Levee Breaks by Zepparella

"When The Levee Breaks"
Written by Memphis Minnie and Kansas Joe McCoy
Based on Led Zeppelin's version.
Performed by Zepparella

Vocals: Anna Kristina
Guitar: Gretchen Menn
Bass: Nila Minnerok
Drums: Clementine

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Clementine - Drummer

Gretchen Menn - Guitarist

Anna Kristina - Singer/Harmonica Player

Edited by Mahoko
Filmed by Brandon Katcher

Audio recorded and mixed by Robert Preston, GetReel Productions
Audio mastered by Mike Wells Mastering

©2010 Zepparella

[jamescabaniss]

Wow, this band better never loose Anna Kristina as their singer, she is TOTALY captivating. There is no Zepparella without her.

[craigjones]

I've been listening to Led Zeppelin for over 40 years and I'm very picky about any remakes, but this is incredible!! Great job ladies!! Spot on! Amazing harmonica.

[michaelwalker]

Wow! These four women just knocked one right out of the park. One of Zeppelin's most spooky, darkest and soulful songs. Know one just "covers" this song. You either got it or you don't. Brilliant!

[SAF]

The only thing better than Led Zeppelin is you four beautiful ladies playing their music. That was Awesomeness!!

[GregParkemusic]

I ran monitors for these ladies a while ago. Besides being incredible musicians, they were all very easy to work with, humble, and extremely nice! A real pleasure to work with!

[davidgormley]

Insane. I'm an old man but these talented women rock what Led did. Keep it up people!

[nikprntss]

Never get tired coming back here now and then....still amazing after all these years!

[charlesritter]

EXCELLENT rendition. The harmonica playing could not be better.

[americansfortruthandjustic]

I feel the soulful passion. Everyone pulls their weight. This is the only cover of "when the levee breaks" that compares. Awesome!

[danp]

The harmonica playing is outstanding!!

[billpratt]

Holy crap. I just found you girls. I've been shooting rock bands since 1974. I'm probably going to be in the Rock Hall of Fame for my pictures. I've been talking to them. I've seen about every band on the planet in the last 50 years. You guys kick. Yer alright. Bill - Columbus, Ohio.

[ClassicalJams]

In my opinion, not many bands can properly cover Led Zeppelin.  Not only did you do it, you absolutely nailed it!  Absolutely GREAT ladies!  Great instrumentation and power vocal!!  Loved the harp work of Anna Kristina, as well.  Wow, you ladies ROCK!!!  Way to do one of the greatest bands of all time justice!!!  ~Jackie

[davidbuswa]

Awesome Zeppelin cover. The guitarist was on the mark. The lead singer sounded like Plant. The drummer pounded on those skins like it owed her money. Love this version. Thanks for sharing

[dreamst]

I can't get enough of this recording. I literally hear it in my head and have to put my phones on full blast and listen in awe. No side drama, just competence unleashed.

[karllieberman]

Less than 10 minutes ago I never heard of this band. I'm mesmerized. Everything about this, I love!

[welshie]

I...I've only just discovered this group! Having been a fan of Zeppelin for the past 30 or so years, this band is by FAR the best cover band I've seen. I just apologize for not finding you sooner! Also, while they're all amazingly talented, that drummer is simply astounding. Did those drums hurt her in a past life or something? She's beating them as if she's decided to simply take out some life-long revenge. Phenomenal!

[snarkyenigma]

If a time machine won't take us back to 1971 with Led Zeppelin, this is the next best thing.

[markfromct]

Great cover ladies! "When the Levee Breaks" is a country blues song written and first recorded by Kansas Joe McCoy and Memphis Minnie in 1929. The lyrics reflect experiences during the upheaval caused by the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927.

[garyedwards]

Zeppelin ruled the 70s and the only band that gave them competition were the Stones. I was born in 1960 and grew up in the 70s and even today they are my favorite bands. Zeppelin's songs are timeless and I never have gotten tired of listening to them. And Great Job Ladies

[davidn]

Absolutely NAILED one of my all time favorites from Zeppelin. The MIGHTY

Zepparella. Well earned.