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Robert Plant Gets Restraining Order Against Delusional Stalker

Ken Kelley — Sun, 05 May 2013 19:12:07 +0000

Robert Plant has recently had to take some safety precautions, including obtaining a restraining order against a woman he claims is stalking him. TMZ reports that the Led Zeppelin vocalist says that Alysson Billings has been harassing him for the past three years, believing that she is involved in a relationship with the singer even though [...]

Robert Plant Joins Patty Griffin on 'Ohio,' First Single From 'American Kid' Album

Billy Dukes — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:17:31 +0000

The first single from Patty Griffin's new album 'American Kid' features Led Zeppelin lead singer Robert Plant on harmonies. 'Ohio,' is much more than a vocal collaboration between the two however. Griffin credits her longtime partner with bringing the track to its final resting place.

Robert Plant Gives Extensive Interviews for Forthcoming Biography

Nick DeRiso — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:52:11 +0000

Legendary former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant gave extensive interviews for a forthcoming new biography from HarperCollins, to be called 'Robert Plant: A Life.' The book is due for release this October in the U.K. and Canada and then next January in the U.S.

Robert Plant Sets First 2013 US Tour Date, Fights to Save English Pub

Ken Kelley — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:51:09 +0000

Former Led Zeppelin vocalist Robert Plant has announced his first 2013 American show with his backing band, Sensational Space Shifters. Plant and the Space Shifters will be performing at the inaugural JamBase Live Festival, taking place July 5-6 at the Gorge Amphitheatr

25 Years Ago: Robert Plant Releases 'Now and Zen'

Matthew Wilkening — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 14:56:15 +0000

On Feb. 29, 1988, Robert Plant released his fourth solo album, ‘Now and Zen,’ and in the process finally admitted to himself and the world that it was pretty cool to have been the singer of Led Zeppelin. The singer — quite admirably — spent the eight years since the legendary group’s breakup working hard [...]

Robert Plant Hints At 2014 Led Zeppelin Reunion

Eduardo Rivadavia — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:10:29 +0000

Rock’s immortal “Golden God,” Robert Plant recently sat down for a revealing interview with the Australian edition of ’60 Minutes,’ which saw him hint at the possibility of a Led Zeppelin reunion next year. The video of the segment, which aired this past Friday (Feb. 15), is embedded below.

Details on Robert Plant's Primal Scream Collaboration Revealed

Eduardo Rivadavia — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:50:30 +0000

As previously reported here, Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant has lent his incomparable vocal chords to the forthcoming album by UK indie rockers Primal Scream.

Robert Plant Gets His 'Big Voice' Out of Mothballs for Upcoming Space Shifters Album

Dave Swanson — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:06:06 +0000

It seems Robert Plant feels right at home in Mississippi Delta. The one time Led Zeppelin frontman has a new band, the Sensational Space Shifters, who made their US debut by headlining the 25th annual Sunflower Blues Festival on Aug. 11. It seems Plant brought his recently-in-hiding rock god voice out for the occasion, too.

Robert Plant Lends Voice to New Song on Amy Cook Album

Billy Dukes — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:29:03 +0000

One-time Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant imposed himself on singer-songwriter Amy Cook recently, not that she objected. Cook is releasing her new album ‘Summer Skin’ on Aug. 28, and it will feature a track with Plant called ‘It’s Gonna Rain.’

Kelsey Grammer Talks About the Use of Robert Plant Song on 'Boss'

Dave Lifton — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:26:51 +0000

One would think that a television show called ‘Boss’ would naturally feature a theme by Bruce Springsteen. However, since man known throughout rock as “The Boss” doesn’t license his music, star and executive producer Kelsey Grammer had to look elsewhere for a song, and has found it in Robert Plant‘s take on the traditional tune, ‘Satan, Your Kingdom Must Come Down.’

Robert Plant Releases New Live Album Featuring Sensational Space Shifters Band

Matthew Wilkening — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:30:45 +0000

Robert Plant has released a new live album featuring the second-ever show from his newest band, Sensational Space Shifters. The 15-track set was recorded barely two weeks ago — July 12 at the HMV Forum in London. This somewhat surprising release comes hot on the heels of the new live concert film from Plant’s most [...]

Robert Plant Unveils Live 'Band of Joy' DVD Trailer

Dave Swanson — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 15:49:50 +0000

As we recently reported, Led Zeppelin main man and all around rock and roll legend Robert Plant is set to release a new live in concert DVD next month, and you can now get a sneak peak thanks to a new video trailer.

Robert Plant Shares His Memories of Late Traffic Founder Jim Capaldi

Shauna Wright — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 14:44:49 +0000

‘Mr Fantasy, The Lyrics of Jim Capaldi’ is a new edition of the book celebrating the work of Traffic and its late founder, Jim Capaldi. At the book launch, Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant shared his fond memories of the lyricist and drummer.

Robert Plant to Debut New Band at Intimate Show

Ken Kelley — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:39:54 +0000

Talk about your low-key gigs.

Former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant will be performing at the Gloucester Guildhall located in Gloucester, UK on Tuesday May 8. While Plant playing a show might not be typically news-worthy, what makes the Guildhall show such a special occasion is the fact that the venue capacity is 400 people.

Robert Plant Books First 2012 U.S. Show

Chris M. Junior — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 19:55:41 +0000

Blues music has always been important to Robert Plant, and the same can be said of Clarksdale, Mississippi. Not only has Plant been there more than once to explore its deep blues history, he and fellow Led Zeppelin legend Jimmy Page honored the city by naming their 1998 joint studio effort ‘Walking Into Clarksdale.’

Clarksdale is where Plant will be in August when he headlines the 25th anniversary edition of the Sunflower River Blues and Gospel Festival.

Robert Plant Says Avoiding Led Zeppelin Reunion Key to His Recent Success

Billy Dukes — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:13:32 +0000

If Robert Plant were to run into his 25-year-old self, he says he’d tell that young man to take as many chances and risks as he can. “Because if you’re just a singer for the sake of it, it’s not quite enough.” In an interview with GQ, the one-time Led Zeppelin singer says he appreciates [...]

Robert Plant, Alfie Boe 'Song to the Siren' Clip Debuts

Chris M. Junior — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:42:27 +0000

He sings just one line, and he doesn’t even appear onscreen. But former Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant certainly makes his presence felt in the video for English opera star Alfie Boe’s new version of the Tim Buckley tune ‘Song to the Siren.’