GOOD NEWS: Led Zeppelin Rock Band Announces Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Physical Graffiti with a Deluxe Vinyl Edition and Rare Live EP…
In a thrilling announcement for rock fans around the world, Led Zeppelin is set to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their iconic 1975 double album, Physical Graffiti, with a special updated deluxe vinyl reissue. As part of this commemorative release, fans will not only receive an audiophile-quality pressing of the legendary album but also a replica of the original promotional poster—a nod to the band’s classic visual aesthetic.
The centerpiece of the celebration, however, may well be the release of a brand-new EP featuring four rare and previously unreleased-on-vinyl live recordings. For the first time ever, live versions of “In My Time of Dying” and “Trampled Under Foot” from Led Zeppelin’s celebrated Earl’s Court shows in 1975 will be made available on both CD and vinyl. These performances are widely considered some of the most powerful of the band’s career and have only been available previously on the 2003 Led Zeppelin DVD.
Adding further excitement for collectors and longtime fans, the EP will also include stunning live renditions of “Sick Again” and the monumental “Kashmir,” recorded during the band’s legendary 1979 performances at Knebworth. These shows marked one of Led Zeppelin’s final appearances before drummer John Bonham’s untimely death in 1980, and they remain etched in rock history as a defining moment for the band.
The updated Physical Graffiti deluxe edition will feature newly remastered tracks sourced from the original analog tapes, promising improved sonic clarity and warmth. The packaging will maintain the iconic die-cut windows design that helped make the album instantly recognizable, while including expanded liner notes and rare photographs from the original recording sessions.
Originally released on February 24, 1975, Physical Graffiti was a sprawling, genre-defying double album that included fan favorites like “Kashmir,” “Ten Years Gone,” and “The Rover.” It demonstrated Led Zeppelin’s musical versatility, blending blues, hard rock, Eastern-influenced psychedelia, and acoustic balladry into a rich, ambitious work that still resonates with listeners today. The album was certified 16× platinum in the U.S. and is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock albums of all time.
The announcement has sparked a wave of anticipation among Led Zeppelin aficionados, many of whom have long hoped for official releases of the Earl’s Court and Knebworth recordings in high-quality audio formats. With Jimmy Page personally overseeing the remastering process, expectations are high that this release will meet the band’s legendary standards of excellence.
The deluxe anniversary edition and the accompanying live EP are expected to be released this fall, with pre-orders opening soon via the band’s official website and select music retailers. As the 50th anniversary of Physical Graffiti approaches, this release promises to be a fitting tribute to Led Zeppelin’s enduring legacy—and a must-have for fans old and new alike.
Stay tuned for more details, tracklists, and behind-the-scenes insights in the coming weeks. Rock history is being revisited in the best way possible.
