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Patty Griffin Clears Up Robert Plant Marriage Reports

Jeff Giles — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:36:47 +0000

She's stayed mum for over a year as fans have speculated and rumors have swirled, but now that she's making the publicity rounds for her new album, Patty Griffin's coming clean about whether or not she and Robert Plant are really married.

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 Appears in Video for Patty Griffin's 'Ohio'

Dave Lifton — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:41:38 +0000

Last month we learned that Robert Plant was slated to sing on three tracks on folk singer Patty Griffin's new album, 'American Kid.' Today (April 23), Griffin released the video for the first of these duets, 'Ohio.'

Robert Plant Announces 2013 U.S. Tour Dates for Sensational Space Shifters

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:04:47 +0000

Legendary Led Zeppelin front man Robert Plant has announced the first North American tour dates for his new project, Robert Plant presents the Sensational Space Shifters. The group will kick off their native stateside jaunt on June 20 in Dallas, Texas and run through July 27 in Brooklyn, N.Y.

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 — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:28:11 +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 — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:51:09 +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

Robert Plant Sings Three Songs on Patty Griffin's New Album

Nick DeRiso — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 14:22:32 +0000

Robert Plant joins singing -- but definitely, definitely not married -- partner Patty Griffin for three songs on her forthcoming solo album 'American Kid,' continuing a collaboration that began with 2010's well-received 'Band of Joy.'

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 — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 17:47:29 +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 — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 12:59:30 +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 Just Wants to 'Chill for a While'

Jeff Giles — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:45:49 +0000

Recent rumors have had Robert Plant doing everything from touring with Led Zeppelin to releasing a pair of new studio albums, but it sounds like his plans for the immediate future are a lot more mundane.

Jimmy Page Details Post-Led Zeppelin Reunion Attempt to Find New Singer

Chad Childers — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:57:48 +0000

Led Zeppelin gave us one great night in 2007 that's turned into the new 'Celebration Day' concert film, but Jimmy Page reveals that he always thought more shows would follow. The only problem was that Robert Plant was busy with his own project at the time.

Robert Plant Sings with Primal Scream, Records 'Tribal' Solo Record

Dave Swanson — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:09:14 +0000

While there may be no hope for another Led Zeppelin reunion, Robert Plant certainly isn't resting on his laurels. The ever present rock and roller has been keeping himself very busy as of late. In between promoting the forthcoming Led Zeppelin DVD, 'Celebration Day,' Plant has been focusing on recording new material.

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

Dave Swanson — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:32:06 +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 — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:29:03 +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.’

Robert Plant Releases New Live Album Featuring Sensational Space Shifters Band

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 21:30:45 +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 [...]

Rarely Heard Plant – Today's Vinyl Vault

Jeff Holbrook — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:57:57 +0000

Robert Plant's first solo album in 1982 generated a lot of excitement, as you can imagine. I remember Peter C. Cavanaugh getting goose bumps up and down his arms when we first cracked the shrink wrap and dropped the needle. Of course it was Zeppelin-ish, but did have a hip, mod

Robert Plant Shares His Memories of Late Traffic Founder Jim Capaldi

Shauna Wright — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 15:00:49 +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.

Check Out Robert Plants New Band

Carl Coffey — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:21:19 +0000

Robert Plant was back up on stage this week and debuted his new band to the world.

The Sensational Space Shifters played their first show at the Gloucester Guildhall in Gloucester, England.