It seems like tribute bands can either really hit the mark, or fail the source material so badly it’s just a travesty. In the case of Zepparella—an all-female Led Zeppelin tribute act that gets its name from the combination of the words “zeppelin” and Barbarella—these four ladies definitely fall into the former category. Founded by drummer Clementine, this San Francisco band combine impressive attention to detail with high energy and raw talent, doing justice to Led Zeppelin’s legendary catalog but still sounding fresh and engaging. A live YouTube video of Zepparella taking on “When the Levee Breaks” is especially killer, with vocalist Noelle Doughty putting her own spin on Robert Plant’s trademark howls but also uncannily sounding a bit like him. Thunderfist will start things off. (Kolbie Stonehocker, City Weekly)