Swan Song Records was the independent label founded by Led Zeppelin in 1974, created to give the band creative freedom while supporting other rock artists of the era. Under its wing came landmark Zeppelin releases like Physical Graffiti, Presence, and In Through the Out Door, alongside albums by Bad Company, Dave Edmunds, Maggie Bell, and Detective. The label’s logo — a dramatic winged figure adapted from William Rimmer’s painting Evening (The Fall of Day) — became an enduring emblem of rock power and independence.
This tag hub gathers every post in Walkeropedia and Rookie Writer that touches on Swan Song Records. Here you’ll find:
Led Zeppelin song analysis linked to their Swan Song catalogue
Reflections on the label’s influence on 1970s rock culture
Stories of the artists who shared its roster
Connections between mysticism in rock lyrics, record labels, and artistic freedom
Explore the posts below to discover how Swan Song Records shaped the soundtrack of a generation — and why its legacy still resonates today.
Led Zeppelin’s Kashmir is more than a rock anthem — it’s a mystical journey through desert sands, spiritual imagery, and timeless psychedelia. This in-depth analysis uncovers the inspiration, symbolism, and enduring power behind one of the band’s greatest masterpieces.