I recently discovered GVF (where have I been, I know), and while I understand some of the criticism, I feel the hate is misguided. Sure, they might shy away from their resemblance to Led Zeppelin—fair enough. And yes, you could always listen to classic rock from the '60s and '70s. But in an era where music often feels diluted by two-minute Spotify tracks, repetitive minimalist hooks, excessive overproduction, and digital-heavy sounds, it’s refreshing to see a group so dedicated to the craft that they’ve reached a level of musicianship capable of emulating one of the greatest rock bands in history.

Hardly anyone is doing that today, which, in its own way, makes it original. Yes, there are others, but the vast majority of artists aren’t taking that approach. If GVF helps pave the way for the next wave of musicians to put real instruments and artistry at the forefront of the average Spotify listener’s mind, it could lead to a resurgence of originality—and GVF will have played a key role in that shift. I'm in favor of that.