Bonneville have done something brave — they’ve reimagined Led Zeppelin’s “Ten Years Gone,” and they’ve done it with class, grit, and a whole lot of soul. Known for their retro-soul and funky R&B sound, the band’s latest single not only honors the rock gods but filters that legacy through their own Southern artistry and deep respect for classic grooves. As the lead single from their upcoming album Hold for Room Tone, this track is both a tribute and a transformation — an homage to Zeppelin’s timeless emotion, now dressed in the warm glow of horns, piano, and pure Muscle Shoals magic.
From the first note, it’s clear this isn’t just another cover. Guitarist and co-producer Jeff Hayashi takes on Jimmy Page’s complex arrangements with near-reverent precision, layering 14 guitar parts by ear and managing to make the song feel both cinematic and personal. His tone is rich and expressive — the kind of sound that makes you stop and listen. Meanwhile, frontman Wes McGee delivers vocals that feel intimate yet commanding, channeling Robert Plant’s emotional depth without imitation. His delivery turns the song’s nostalgia into something universal, reflecting on the passage of time and love’s resilience with palpable sincerity.
Producer Starita brings everything together beautifully, expanding the arrangement with horns, strings, and keys that elevate the song to something grander — almost symphonic — while preserving its rock foundation. The result is a production that feels alive, with each layer breathing new color into Zeppelin’s melancholy masterpiece.
What’s most impressive is the care that goes into it all. Every element — from the soulful horns to the slide guitar outro — feels intentional, like Bonneville wanted to not just cover the song, but understand it. And they do. In their hands, “Ten Years Gone” becomes a love letter to the past and a reminder that great songs don’t just age — they evolve.
‘Ten Years Gone’ isn’t just a cover — it’s a resurrection.
