It was 1967 and the time of the summer of love, flower power and hippies. ... For the assembled media pack it was a case of, stairway to heaven? – led up the garden path, more like.

Regardless of the verdict, the debate as to whether Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” was ripped off from L.A. rock band Spirit’s song “Taurus” will likely remain unsettled.

“Stairway to Heaven” is one of Led Zeppelin’s most acclaimed songs, but not every member loves it as much as their fans. by Ross Tanenbaum. Published on July 25, 2023. 3 min read.

Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” is one of the most popular songs of all time. The song has reached the status of those rare, though uber-beloved songs that get requested by fans at any ...