The Crunge – Led Zeppelin

Description:

Led Zeppelin’s “The Crunge” is a tongue-in-cheek tribute to James Brown’s signature funk style, complete with playful nods to “Sex Machine” and Robert Plant’s now-famous callout: “Has anybody seen the bridge?” The missing bridge is the joke, of course—but John Bonham’s tight, syncopated 9/8 groove is no laughing matter. It’s one of rock’s most fascinating and unconventional beats, challenging drummers with its off-kilter pulse and deep funk pocket. On Drumable, you can slow the tempo, isolate tricky measures, and even toggle a drums-only synth version to focus purely on Bonham’s phrasing and feel. Whether you’re exploring odd-time grooves for the first time or dissecting one of Bonham’s most inventive performances, “The Crunge” is a must-study track that blends humor, creativity, and rhythmic mastery.