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Led Zeppelin II: A Record-Setting Rock Milestone

10/23/2025

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Led Zeppelin, the English rock band, released Led Zeppelin II on October 22, 1969.
The release marked their first No. 1 hit in the United States and United Kingdom.
The album features Whole Lotta Love, which reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
It earned a Grammy for Best Recording Package and reached 12-times Platinum certification by the RIAA.

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Story summary

Led Zeppelin, the English rock band, released Led Zeppelin II on October 22, 1969.
The release marked their first No. 1 hit in the United States and United Kingdom.
The album features Whole Lotta Love, which reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
It earned a Grammy for Best Recording Package and reached 12-times Platinum certification by the RIAA.