Physical Graffiti Anniversary Set by Led Zeppelin Ranks No. 6 on Billboard Vinyl Chart

Led Zeppelin’s Live EP celebrating the 50th anniversary of their iconic album, Physical Graffiti, has made an impressive impact on various Billboard charts. The EP quickly jumped to No. 6 on the Vinyl Albums chart and secured the No. 9 spot on the Top Album Sales chart after selling 9,500 units. This achievement is notably Led Zeppelin’s first top 10 record in the past ten years, as reported by Forbes.

The EP features four electrifying tracks that showcase the band’s raw energy from two historic live performances. Fans can experience dynamic renditions of songs like “In My Time of Dying” and “Trampled Underfoot” from the 1975 Earls Court concert, as well as powerful versions of “Sick Again” and “Kashmir” from the 1979 Knebworth show.

In conjunction with the Live EP release, Swan Song Records unveiled a special three-LP edition of Physical Graffiti. This expanded set includes the original double album remastered for pristine sound quality, along with a bonus record filled with early versions and alternate takes of tracks.

Led Zeppelin’s Live EP made an impact across multiple Billboard charts besides the Vinyl Albums and Top Album Sales lists. It also secured the No. 12 position on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart, landed at No. 38 on the Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart, and entered the Billboard 200 at No. 150. Forbes contributor Hugh McIntyre noted, “From time to time, the group manages to appear on a lucky few tallies with older collections, but thanks to a major anniversary, the pioneering rock troupe debuts its new Live EP on multiple tallies.”

Throughout their illustrious career, Led Zeppelin has maintained Billboard success across generations. They have notched eleven top 10 records on the Vinyl Albums chart, with four albums reaching the coveted No. 1 spot. Physical Graffiti, Led Zeppelin IV, the band’s debut self-titled album, and Celebration Day all hold the distinction of peaking at No. 1 on the chart.

Fans seeking to commemorate the milestone anniversary of Physical Graffiti and get their hands on the Live EP can purchase these releases from various outlets or directly from the band’s official website. Jimmy Page, the legendary guitarist of Led Zeppelin, shared insights into the album’s creation on the band’s Facebook page, mentioning, “We had enough material for one-and-a-half LPs, so I figured, ‘Let’s put out a double and use some of the material we’d done previously but never released’.”