Drummer and musician Mike Portnoy recently praised Jason Bonham’s tribute tour as the ultimate experience for Led Zeppelin fans. He shared his thoughts on Instagram.
Portnoy attended a performance of Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening, which is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the iconic album Physical Graffiti by performing it in its entirety. He expressed his enthusiasm about the experience and its significance for devoted Zeppelin fans.
“Great time last night seeing Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening performing Physical Graffiti in its entirety to celebrate its 50th anniversary,” Portnoy said. “Jason and the band sounded amazing! If you’re a Zeppelin fan, you won’t want to miss this tour.”
The tribute tour represents a rare opportunity for fans to experience the classic album performed live in full. Jason Bonham—the son of Led Zeppelin’s original drummer John Bonham—leads the effort to honor the band’s legacy. This ambitious project has grown into one of the most significant Led Zeppelin celebrations in recent years, drawing praise from industry veterans like Portnoy.
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening has expanded to approximately 70 shows across the United States and Canada to mark the 50th anniversary of Physical Graffiti. Originally planned for 50 dates, the tour’s expansion reflects the overwhelming demand from fans eager to experience this tribute, as reported by WLAV.
The band lineup features Jason Bonham on drums, Jimmy “Mr. Jimmy” Sakurai on guitar, James Dylan on vocals, Dorian Heartsong on bass, and Alex Howland on keyboards. Each show features the complete Physical Graffiti album performed in sequence, followed by other Led Zeppelin classics such as “Good Times Bad Times,” “Whole Lotta Love,” and “Stairway to Heaven,” according to JamBase.
The fall leg of the tour runs from October 22 through November 26, 2025. Notable stops include Toronto’s Massey Hall on November 5 and multiple venues across the East Coast and Southeast. Tickets for the fall leg went on sale August 22, 2025, and are available through official ticketing sites and venue box offices, as noted by AXS.
For fans unable to see Led Zeppelin perform live—the band disbanded following John Bonham’s death in 1980 and has only reunited for rare special occasions—this tour offers an authentic and comprehensive celebration of one of rock music’s most influential albums. With performances scheduled through the end of November and positive reception from industry figures like Portnoy, the tour stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Led Zeppelin’s music.
