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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.

32 Years Ago: Ex-Yes and Zeppelin Members Form Supergroup XYZ

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:10:21 +0000

By 1981, two of the most successful and influential British rock groups of the '70s -- Led Zeppelin and Yes -- had come to an end, and the members of each band were all looking for new opportunities. In April 1981, former Yes drummer Alan White and bassist Chris Squire got together with Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page for a proposed supergroup called XYZ -- which could have also included Robert Plant, but never quite got off the ground.

Led Zeppelin 'Houses of the Holy' Reel-to-Reel Sells for Big Bucks on eBay

Dave Swanson — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:53:10 +0000

Titles released on reel-to-reel have long been a prize of sorts for collectors -- especially since even in their heyday, they never sold all that well. The format was first introduced in 1949, and had pretty much died out by the early '70s. There were, however, a few random titles still being manufactured at the time, including the fifth Led Zeppelin album, 'Houses of the Holy' -- a copy of which recently sold in an eBay auction for $239.50, with a total of 46 bids coming in.

Heart, Jason Bonham 2013 Tour to Feature Joint Led Zeppelin Encore

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:43:29 +0000

Newly-selected Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Heart will join forces with Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience for a 2013 summer tour that will feature them together onstage for a 30-minute Led Zeppelin tribute to close out each show.

Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones Discuss Their Failed Search for a New Singer

Jeff Giles — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:33:46 +0000

We already knew that Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones put some thought into getting back together without Robert Plant after Led Zeppelin's triumphant one-off reunion show in 2007, but in a recent interview, the pair delved into just how close they came to starting a new band.

Jack Black Hails Led Zeppelin as 'The Greatest Rock And Roll Band Of All Time' At Kennedy Center Honors

Dave Swanson — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 13:34:09 +0000

With a boisterous and hearty shout of “Led Zeppelin!,” Jack Black began his heartfelt tribute to the mighty combo that, in his words, “Sang songs about love, about vikings…about vikings making love.” Led Zeppelin were one of a handful of artists recognized as part of the annual Kennedy Center Honors ceremony, which celebrates various artists [...]

Jimmy Page Announces Plans for 2013 Solo Tour

Jeff Giles — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:13:27 +0000

In news that should (but really probably won’t) quell those persistent Led Zeppelin reunion rumors, guitarist Jimmy Page has revealed he intends to hit the road for a solo tour next year. “This time last year I intended to be actually playing by now in a live outfit,” explained Page during a recent interview with [...]

32 Years Ago: Led Zeppelin Break Up

Chad Childers — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:31:32 +0000

On Dec. 4, 1980, approximately two months after the tragic death of drummer John Bonham, Led Zeppelin made the difficult decision to break up. The group had been preparing to to commence a tour in the fall of 1980 when Bonham passed away. After a day of heavy drinking, he had gone to bed and [...]

Led Zeppelin to Receive 2012 Kennedy Center Honor

Chad Childers — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:53:17 +0000

Led Zeppelin have been announced as one of the recipients of the 2012 John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts honors. The 35th annual celebration will take place Sunday, Dec. 2 and Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones will all be on hand to receive the honor.

15 Years Ago: Led Zeppelin's 'BBC Sessions' Released

Ryan Reed — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 08:31:09 +0000

For many diehards, Led Zeppelin were even more mind-blowing onstage than they were in the studio. With 1997′s ‘BBC Sessions,’ that argument was strengthened considerably, as it showcased the most powerful quartet in rock music at their most playful and hard-hitting. The now 15-year old collection (which also included a third disc of interviews in [...]

Led Zeppelin 'Celebration Day' – 2007 London Concert Headed to Theaters

Billy Dukes — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:29:11 +0000

While the countdown on Led Zeppelin's Facebook page is still stuck on No. 1, there are reports that the long-rumored release of the band's 2007 show at the O2 Arena in London will take place first in theaters next month, and then on DVD in November. It seems their big announcement may have leaked.

Led Zeppelin 'Four' Posting Hints at Pending Announcement

Chad Childers — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 16:45:49 +0000

A second Led Zeppelin clue was dropped Sunday morning (Sept. 9) when the band's Facebook page posted the word "Four" in the band's familiar script, thus leading to speculation that a countdown was in progress after the previous "Five" posting.

44 Years Ago: Led Zeppelin Make Their Live Debut

Dave Swanson — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 13:39:21 +0000

Led Zeppelin performed together for the first time on Sept. 7, 1968, but not under that now-famous name. By the summer of 1968, the once-mighty Yardbirds had all but fallen apart. Their then-lead guitarist Jimmy Page picked up the pieces and put together an all-new version of the band for an already booked tour. This [...]

Led Zeppelin, Queen, Deep Purple Stars Join Forces for 'Sunflower Jam' Benefit Show

Chad Childers — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:19:18 +0000

Start making travel plans for Sept. 16, as London’s Royal Albert Hall will play host to the 2012 edition of the Sunflower Jam. The event is a night filled with music performances that will be hosted by actor Jeremy Irons. Iron Maiden‘s Bruce Dickinson, Deep Purple drummer Ian Paice, and Queen‘s Brian May will [...]

Led Zeppelin Platinum Album Sells For $2,000 on eBay

Dave Lifton — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 18:06:43 +0000

A platinum album awarded for Led Zeppelin‘s double-album ‘Physical Graffiti’ has sold for $2,000 on a recent auction on eBay. Released on February 24, 1975, ‘Physical Graffiti’ was the sixth studio album by the band, and contains such classics as ‘Custard Pie’ and ‘Trampled Under Foot’ and ’Kashmir,’ which recently came in at No. 2 [...]

Robert Plant Performs Led Zeppelin Classics on New Concert Benefit DVD

Dave Lifton — Thu, 17 May 2012 02:19:21 +0000

In September 2009 a handful of famous British rock musicians, including Robert Plant, performed a concert at London’s O2 Arena as a benefit for Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Foundation. A DVD of highlights of the show, which was called “Rockwell,” will be released on June 19 by MVD.

Led Zeppelin 'IV' Makes Return to Billboard 200 After 25 Years

Billy Dukes — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:43:50 +0000

Last week Led Zeppelin fans celebrated the band’s iconic fourth album’s 40th birthday. If you dusted off your original vinyl copy and bought a new needle for the occasion, one thing is for certain: you’re getting old.

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Listening to the Rolling Stones or Led Zeppelin? Drinkify Selects Perfect Cocktail for the Occasion

Joe Robinson — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:21:41 +0000

Never drink alone again! A new website called Drinkify.org is a godsend for budding alcoholics — and casual drinkers too, we suppose — looking for the perfect cocktail to accompany their latest musical preferences. The concept is simple: Enter the name of the band or artist you are currently listening to, and Drinkify comes up with the boozy elixir to best compliment your soundtrack.

Led Zeppelin Inspired Ladder Creates Safer Stairway to… Household Repairs

Joe Robinson — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:54:44 +0000

Ever thought about climbing a ‘Stairway to Heaven’ while searching for highly placed objects in your home? Finally, now is your chance. Inspired by Led Zeppelin‘s iconic logo, a student at the Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design has designed an innovative new ladder with jagged contours.

'Police Academy' Sound Effects Dude Rocks Led Zeppelin [VIDEO]

CECobb713 — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:01:47 +0000

Do you remember Michael Winslow?

He's the actor from those Police Academy movies that was the specialist at making all those sound effects.

Well, he's still around, and it sounds like he's gotten better with age. Check out his singing and electric guitar on the Led Zeppelin classic 'Whole Lotta Love'.