It was great to see Bob - ole Planty - doing his thang, struttin' his stuff, as only he do...
I quite like the bluegarssy thing he does these days, and smart to play a style befitting of a veritable gent of the stage. He even did a few Zep songs in the style, like Gallows Pole...
But I can't help thinking that TV views might have got a better deal - like cricket - you get the subtleties. For straight ahead rock and roll, there's nothing like being there. And I was there! Was where you say? Where else but THE concert of the century - Zep reformed at the O2. Ah, even if they do it again it won't be the same...
Anyway, saw Mr P again on Jools Holland, and again a masterful display of musicianship/songcraft etc - really connected with the band, maturity really showing, as they manage to convey a slight 'in the now' tension, showing up few of the youngsters...
I think this man SHOULD still be playing because he is genuinely contributing to the landscape.