Some people are either deaf or can't tell music from noise. John Paul Jones is probably the most underrated bass players of all time. He was not just a member of Led Zeppelin, he was the rock solid foundation on which Zeppelin was based. Although the more flamboyant Page and Plant were undoubtedly t the forefront of the band, Zeppelin would never have been what it was without Jones' bass lines, not to mention his contributions on other instruments. His timing was more accurate than clock, yet he played with incredible blues feeling. I totally agree with MetalCasket, you have just to play "The lemon song" and you will hear what is probably one of the most exquisite outstanding bass lines of all time. Weak and feeble? You've got to be kidding. I have yet to listen to something more solid. Just average? You won't find many bass players that can play like that, especially jamming. Like somebody adequately posted, quantifying musical prowess is a very subjective thing, and probably very futile. Unlike sports, music is not about being the "champion". You may like Jones' playing or not. That's OK with me. But I suggest that those who made those comments go see an ear doctor. They obviously have a physiological hearing malfunction.
