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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.

Robert Plant Releases New Live Album Featuring Sensational Space Shifters Band

Matthew Wilkening — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 19:00:45 +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 Says He 'Eloped and Ran Off to Texas'

Ultimate Classic Rock Staff — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 17:00:41 +0000

If Robert Plant seems to have an extra bounce to his step nowadays, it just might be because he’s found himself a lovely and talented new bride, specifically, his Band of Joy bandmate Patty Griffin. Now all he needs, seemingly, is a better place to live.

Robert Plant to Debut New Band at Intimate Show

Ken Kelley — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:00:54 +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 18:00:41 +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 Hairdressers Won't Let Him Cut His Hair

Tommy B — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:17:41 +0000

Robert Plant is known for creating one of the most successful bands in rock history, Led Zeppelin. But, as the 63-year-old’s musical projects have changed over the years, one thing has remained pretty consistent: his long, curly blonde hair.

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

Billy Dukes — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:00:32 +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 and Jeff Beck To Record Together?

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 21:00:36 +0000

Jeff Beck and Robert Plant have reportedly discussed working together on a musical project of unknown shape and size. It would certainly be a case of legend partnering with legend, if it does indeed happen.

Alice Cooper is Not Happy with Robert Plant

Tommy B — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 12:46:52 +0000

Alice Cooper is not like most people. He’s written some of the greatest rock songs of all time, he’s about to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and he gets decapitated every night on stage. But when it comes to Led Zeppelin, he’s just like any fan – and he doesn’t understand what’s up with Robert Plant.