Led Zeppelin's Swan Song Records: The First Rock Artist-Owned Label

This episode explores Led Zeppelin’s bold move to launch Swan Song Records in 1974, the business model that gave them full ownership of their masters, and how this venture influenced the music industry and set a precedent for future artist‑owned labels. We dig into the label’s roster, production decisions, distribution partnership with Atlantic, and the legacy that still echoes today.

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