Led Zeppelin

Led Zeppelin was legendary in legacy, influence, and success. They are undoubtedly an obvious choice for the Hall of Fame. They had four diamond albums as well as a boxed set and a DVD set. Their name was the influence for the name Def Leppard. They have been covered by numerous artists. They were inducted their first year of eligibility. Member Jimmy Page had previously been a member of The Yardbirds and would also collaborate with The Black Crowes. Led Zeppelin was a pioneer of the psychedelic/metal hybrid of "stoner metal". Other pioneers include Black Sabbath, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, and Pink Floyd. They are best known for their epic folk ballad Stairway to Heaven, which received heavy radio play despite not being a single. They have five Grammys. They were inducted by Steven Tyler and Joe Smith of Aerosmith.