I grew up addicted to IV but since I discovered how much of their music is basically stolen (more so than most artists), I simply cannot listen to them. The originals are great though!
Ever watch a documentary called “Everything is a remix”? It might change your mind on the subject and let you enjoy the originals and the adaptations too.
usually the polite way of going about it is to credit the original artist in some way but it seems zeppelin didn't make any attempt whatsoever. dazed and confused is a good example. its not just copying a chord progression and taking it from there, it was the whole thing, the name, the melody
You mean covered / adapted? You're right. Doesn't mean it's any less awesome. Most artists don't write their own music or lyrics.