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The singer John Paul Jones would work in a heartbeat: “Interesting”
John Paul Jones, the former Led Zeppelin bassist and multi-instrumentalist, said he would readily work with Neil Young if the opportunity arose. He praised Young’s restless, individual approach to music, suggesting their contrasting creative styles could make for a compelling collaboration.
The article places the comment in the context of Jones’s varied career after Led Zeppelin, which ended following drummer John Bonham’s death. It notes that Jones had already built extensive experience as a session musician and later worked with artists including Foo Fighters, R.E.M. and Butthole Surfers; he said of Young: “Should he ever knock on my door, I’d probably say yes.”
In short
- John Paul Jones would like to collaborate with Neil Young.
- He admires Young’s restless, unconventional musical approach.
- Jones’s post-Zeppelin career has included wide-ranging collaborations.
Explained simply
John Paul Jones was the bassist and keyboard player for Led Zeppelin, one of the most influential rock bands of the 1970s. Following the band's breakup in 1980 after drummer John Bonham's death, he established himself as a session musician and collaborator, working with artists across many genres.
Neil Young is a Canadian rock musician and guitarist who has maintained a major solo career since the 1960s. He is known for his distinctive approach to songwriting and performance, and for constantly seeking new creative directions.
Both musicians have had substantial careers in rock music over many decades, each developing a distinctive artistic identity. They represent different musical philosophies and sensibilities within rock.
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