Led Into Zeppelin - O'Riley's Hull, Friday 11th July 2025

The newly formed Led Into Zeppelin, previously known as Led Zebbedee, have now found a new front man in Damian Fisher and performed a two hour show at Hull's O'Riley's on Beverley Road on Friday night. It included all the classics and an amazing acoustic section.

From the moment Damian Fisher took the stage as Robert Plant, we were transported back to the golden era of Zeppelin. His vocal range soared from the high-pitched wails of “Immigrant Song” to the haunting tones of “Stairway to Heaven.” But beyond the notes, Fisher nailed Plant’s mannerisms too —shuffling across the stage, leaning into the mic, and delivering that iconic swagger. 

Chris Preston as Jimmy Page was also brilliant. His guitar work was crisp, passionate, and technically stellar — every bend, slide, and riff was executed with conviction. Whether he was finger-picking the intricate acoustic intro to “Stairway to Heaven” or unleashing thunderous power chords during “Whole Lotta Love”, Preston’s Page was pitch-perfect.

Holding down the rhythm and groove, Pete Betts embodied John Paul Jones with musical skill. His bass lines filled out the band’s sound beautifully. But it was Damon Waite as John Bonham who stole hearts — and ears. His drumming wasn’t just powerful; it was poetic. From building gentle momentum in “Good Times Bad Times” to exploding into a full-on Bonham-style drum barrage in “Rock and Roll,” Waite’s performance had the perfect balance of passion and precision. 

The setlist spanned Zeppelin’s catalogue and each song was performed with love and attention to detail. Led Into Zeppelin didn’t just pay tribute; they resurrected the essence of Led Zeppelin. This was a triumph of a tribute! If you missed this, you can see them in Bradford on 15th August, Newcastle on 30th August and at Cottingham Civil Hall on Saturday 7th February 2026.