On a spectacular late-spring evening—May 29—Jason Bonham and his band flooded the Vina Robles Amphitheatre with the timeless sounds of Led Zeppelin. Fans arrived early for just the second concert of what is shaping up to be the venue’s busiest season yet, as Nederlander expands its 2025 schedule.

The opener, the Jager Henry Band, took the stage while a balmy sunset washed over the mountainside setting. Fronted by Jager Bonham—Jason’s son and John Bonham’s grandson—the young quartet delivered a scorching eight-song set worthy of a revived Vans Warped Tour, all while insisting they were “not like anybody else.”

As dusk settled, anticipation thickened. Jason Bonham, son of the legendary drummer John Bonham, walked on with his group JBLZE to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin’s seminal album Physical Graffiti. The tour marks the first time any act has devoted an entire show to one Zeppelin record, performing every track—though out of sequence—to keep the suspense alive.

From the opening riff of “Custard Pie,” the crowd roared. While filling his father’s iconic shoes is no small feat, Jason has forged a style that honors the past yet asserts his own identity behind the kit. Early in the show he admitted that some people had warned him against attempting this album live, but the audience’s energy proved them wrong.

JBLZE’s lineup—vocalist James Dylan, bassist Dorian Heartsong, keyboardist Alex Howland, and guitarist Mr. Jimmy Sakurai—formed a formidable ensemble, capturing the nuance of Zeppelin’s intricate sound. Jason’s thunderous drumming anchored each song with the muscular feel that made his father a legend.

Highlights included blistering versions of “The Rover,” “In My Time of Dying,” and “In the Light.” The most electrifying moment, however, may have been “Ten Years Gone,” rendered with an emotional depth that left the audience holding its collective breath. The shuffled set order kept fans guessing and heightened the sense of discovery.

The tour began May 3 in Wallingford, Connecticut, crossed the country, and wrapped its initial leg at Vina Robles on May 29 before hitting the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles the next night. Overwhelming demand has already sparked plans for additional dates.

The Paso Robles performance was a fitting tribute to the enduring power of Led Zeppelin’s music. “This is my favorite Led Zeppelin album of all time,” Jason told the crowd. “Being able to celebrate it the way we are on this tour is something I’m extremely excited about.” He hopes to log at least 50 shows in honor of the record’s golden anniversary, underscoring its significance to him and fans worldwide.

A three-song encore sent the amphitheatre into a euphoric frenzy with “Good Times Bad Times” and “Whole Lotta Love,” before closing—appropriately—with “Rock and Roll,” a rousing homage to the music that inspired Led Zeppelin in the first place.

Nederlander’s full concert calendar—which includes Rod Stewart’s appearance at Vina Robles Amphitheatre, the smallest venue on his farewell tour—can be found at www.nederlanderconcerts.com.