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July 1, 2025
Robert Plant, best known as the legendary lead singer of Led Zeppelin, made a rare and humorous appearance in the British comedy Doreen: The Movie (2016), a film based on the popular Midlands character Doreen Tipton. In this offbeat mockumentary-style comedy, Plant plays himself in a cameo role, showing his lighter side and poking fun at his rockstar persona. His brief but memorable appearance adds a quirky charm to the film, aligning with its satirical tone and Midlands pride. Though not widely known for acting, Plant’s inclusion in the film reflects his strong ties to the region and willingness to embrace its eccentric humor…..The Neil Young song Roger Waters wishes he wroteThe guitarist Keith Richards always wanted to be: “The epitome of a hero”The John Lennon track Paul McCartney wanted to make a Beatles “reunion song”Why John Paul Jones Called The Quiet Architect of Rock Music History ?
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The album Jimmy Page said changed everything for rock music: “So many ideas”

Every generation has those defining records that hold a place in people’s hearts from subsequent generations as well. As much as listeners might have thought they sounded fresh at the time, certain records have that kind of magic that makes everyone want to listen again and wonder how they got to it before the days […]

The only Band Robert Plant Believed No one Could Rival with

Led Zeppelin’s meteoric rise was anything but conventional. From the moment Jimmy Page assembled the band—featuring Robert Plant, John Bonham, and John Paul Jones—they rewrote the rules of rock stardom. Before their formation, Page was already a celebrated figure in music, but with this lineup, he had the perfect blend of talent to conquer the […]

Legends Reunited: Zeppelin’s 2026 Global Tour Shakes the Industry

In a moment that has sent shockwaves through the music world, Led Zeppelin—yes, the Led Zeppelin—is officially reuniting for a global tour in 2026. It’s the news fans have waited decades to hear. After nearly twenty years since their historic 2007 one-night-only show at London’s O2 Arena, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones […]

Led Zeppelin on stage at the Bath Festival of Blues and Progressive Music, 1970.

Led Zeppelin On Stage at the Bath Festival of Blues and Progressive Music, 1970: A Legendary Moment in Rock History In the summer of 1970, Led Zeppelin stood at the pinnacle of their powers. Having already conquered America and released two game-changing albums, the band was preparing to step out from the long shadow of […]

Robert Plant Couldn’t Stand His Own Voice—But Jimmy Page Thought It Was Untouchable

Robert Plant Couldn’t Stand His Own Voice—But Jimmy Page Thought It Was Untouchable Robert Plant, the iconic frontman of Led Zeppelin, has often surprised fans with his brutally honest reflections on his own work. Despite being widely regarded as one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time, Plant has repeatedly expressed discomfort—and even embarrassment—when […]

“Led Zeppelin Live in Oakland 1977: A Night of Raw Power and Rock Majesty”

Led Zeppelin’s performance on July 23, 1977, in Oakland was a powerful display of their rock dominance, with Robert Plant leading the charge through a set packed with iconic songs like “Kashmir,” “No Quarter,” and “Stairway to Heaven.” Plant’s vocals were fierce and expressive, despite recovering from vocal strain, while Jimmy Page delivered searing guitar […]

Which song did Robert Plant sing in his Led Zeppelin audition?

When Jimmy Page came to form Led Zeppelin, he was out of luck on one element. This was to be a bold new chapter in his career, finally bringing his ideas to the forefront after years of playing in other groups or doing session work. It was all his: his songs, his vision, his choice […]

What is the only Led Zeppelin song with a female vocalist?

The voice of Robert Plant is probably the most immediately identifiable element of any Led Zeppelin song. Whether it’s the throes of passion that open ‘Black Dog’, the shrieking cries that provide the hook for ‘Immigrant Song’, or the furious scat-singing in the breakdown of ‘Babe I’m Gonna Leave You’, or the sexually-charged sounds punctuating […]