Led Zeppelin to Reunite With New Singer !?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

[Sinn Fein]

What the fuck!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?

Led Zeppelin to Reunite With New Singer (http://www.aceshowbiz.com/news/view/00018471.html)

Reportedly reluctant to join Led Zeppelin again, Robert Plant will be replaced with a new singer by the other band's members.

Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, and Jason Bonham reportedly give their frontman Robert Plant an ultimatum, saying that if he refuses to re-join Led Zeppelin on their comeback tour, he will then be replaced by a new singer. "They will be finalizing plans for shows over the next couple of months and will tell Robert that if he doesn't want to be involved they will go ahead without him," a source says.

Speaking of the possible reunion, the source reveals that the three members of the band "are determined a tour will go ahead next year" and there's an American guy who has been standing in for Robert regularly and doing a great job. The source close to the band states, "They've been rehearsing frequently in London and the band is really gelling."

Furthermore, some claim that Robert's reluctance to re-join the band happens because he has worked on a side project with country singer Alison Krauss. Their duet on an album called "Raising Sand" has been honored as Album of the Year at Americana Music Association's 7th Annual Honors & Awards show at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on September 18.

Previously, Robert admitted that huge amounts of paperwork from the record industry bureaucracy have put him off the idea of the band's comeback plan. Despite the band's last year's success at London's O2 arena, the rocker explains that just for the O2 show, they have to deal with "endless paperwork" that stressed them out. "I'm thinking of compiling them for a book, which I feel sure would be hailed as a sort of literary version of Spinal Tap," he adds.

PAPERWORK? Again, what the fuck? Isn't that why these guys have assistants, management, etc?

Robert Plant Says 'paperwork' Holds Up Led Zeppelin Reunion (http://www.kbsradio.ca/news/music/87/793038)

Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant says in the new British edition of GQ magazine that "paperwork" is one of the main reasons why the band has not agreed to do any more shows following its wildly acclaimed London charity concert last December. Plant explained that before that show took place, "The endless paperwork was like nothing I've experienced before. I've kept every one of the emails that were exchanged before the concert and I'm thinking of compiling them for a book, which I feel sure would be hailed as a sort of literary version of Spinal Tap."

Plant is not opposed to doing more Zeppelin shows, but added, "Led Zeppelin's never been about the fans. We've always been about four guys coming together to make thrilling, disturbing rock 'n'roll. On our own terms."

Rumors of a world tour have been rampant since the London gig, which was the band's first concert appearance in 19 years.

Plant has spent much of 2008 on the road with singer Alison Krauss, promoting their collaborative album Raising Sand.

Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page, bassist John Paul Jones and drummer Jason Bonham -- filling in for his late father John -- have jammed together recently but downplayed speculation that they were writing a new album.

There are three other articles I have found similar to the one above that are largely repetitive, so I didn't bother posting them.

[Redding]

im going to guess they are going to replace plant with chris robinson of the black crowes

[CougarHunter]

*shrug*

Fuckem if he won't get on board. I was watching The Song Remains the Same the other day and realized he couldn't sing the shit live in 73 hitting the notes like on the album. I KNOW he can't hit them now.

Not like it's holding Journey back as we have all heard.

I'm not anti-Plant or anything but it's just bullshit excuses. Just say you don't want to do it, or (more likely) just say you want more money.

[tysonpunchinguterus]

They can't tour as Led Zeppelin without Plant. I'm sure they could legally use the name since I'm pretty sure Page owns it, but it won't really be Led Zeppelin. The Page/Plant tours were closer to Zeppelin than that would be.

If they are going to get together and tour and maybe record new songs, then it really needs to be with Plant or not at all. As much as I've been hoping for a full-on reunion, I'd rather not see it happen if it's going to be half-assed with a new singer. They're Led Zeppelin, not Van Halen and definitely not Journey.

[Nortonsmeatytit]

The guys in the original Van Halen have mentioned several times that the legal paperwork & ramifications of them dong shit together in the past has lead to breakdowns in their reunion materializing faster than it did, it just wears them down they said to the point that you're like "fuck it I don't need this bullshit"

[pure_waves]

im going to guess they are going to replace plant with chris robinson of the black crowes

it would really stink of plant backs out...if they press on without him then it's really not led zep at all, but it could be entertaining nonetheless.

robinson makes sense given the black crowes/page collaboration. he certainly did a great job on that tour.

some other ideas...how about david coverdale who also worked with jimmy page? he's still got the pipes, and probably hits the high notes today better than plant did 20 yrs ago.

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Maybe Dave Grohl?

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[weeniewawa]

well, since he has that highly lucrative blue grass thing going on now he needs no more work.

and they pay him in jugs of moonshine

[Sinn Fein]

Dave Grohl would be good as long as he can get over thinking he's more worthy than Jason Bonham to be on drums. Dave would be good as a singer. Heck, even that Taylor Hawkins dude from Foo Fighters would be good since he did a good job with Page/Jones jammed with the Foos at Wembley.

[tysonpunchinguterus]

If they hired David Coverdale, I'd puke. Coverdale/Page was mediocre.


it would really stink of plant backs out...if they press on without him then it's really not led zep at all, but it could be entertaining nonetheless.

robinson makes sense given the black crowes/page collaboration. he certainly did a great job on that tour.

some other ideas...how about david coverdale who also worked with jimmy page? he's still got the pipes, and probably hits the high notes today better than plant did 20 yrs ago.

[Ronreddog]

Sorry, as a lifelong Zep fan, there is no Zeppelin without Plant. It is hard enough for me to accept the fact that Jason is the drummer, because his dad was fucking phenomenal!

I love Zep, but, I would definitely NOT see them if Plant as not the lead.

[Earth2murf]

that weird Al guy would be good

[Sidekick Dave]

It seems to be the new thing. All of the classic bands are going out with new singers, and I for one cannot get angry anymore. By doing this, these bands are basically cashing in their longevity cards and going for the tribute band thing. Because they have to perform in a lower key than on the album, that is what stops them.

[BeerBelly]

http://images.southparkstudios.com/media/images/602/602__image_09.jpg

[moegolden]

Plant is not opposed to doing more Zeppelin shows, but added, "Led Zeppelin's never been about the fans. We've always been about four guys coming together to make thrilling, disturbing rock 'n'roll. On our own terms."

I admire the honesty of that quote. I also just realized that it reminds me of my favorite radio show.

[Ballbuster1]

How about Paul Rodgers of Bad Company ?

I hear he ain't doing anything with Queen this year...

[BeerBelly]

thought its been done
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKJiVPt-KRQ&feature=related

[Sack of Chisels]

I've been hearing whispers about this for a few weeks, but don't really buy it.

[Sinn Fein]

How about Paul Rodgers of Bad Company ?

I hear he ain't doing anything with Queen this year...

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[Wilmington WOW]

sacrilege

[Sidekick Dave]

MdEmBe24Xa4
The Firm. Radioactive. Good but it didn't do either Rodgers or Page justice. It was just a nice little mid 80's side project.

[EvilMonkey71]

Dave Grohl would be good as long as he can get over thinking he's more worthy than Jason Bonham to be on drums. Dave would be good as a singer. Heck, even that Taylor Hawkins dude from Foo Fighters would be good since he did a good job with Page/Jones jammed with the Foos at Wembley.

Has Dave Grohl ever even said anything like that? He appears to like being a front man better than a drummer these days.

[Sinn Fein]

Dave has always babbled about wanting to be the drummer for a Led Zeppelin reunion. He even said he wanted them to know he was available, and this was at the time of the O2 show in December '07. It's Jason's gig. I think it would take some kind of earth-shattering event for that to change.

When JPJ and Jimmy Page jammed with the Foos @ Wembley was behind the drum kit for Rock & Roll but did the vocals for Ramble On.

[edzeppe]

If we're just now naming good guys who did good Zeppelin covers, the guy from Train (ramble on) is actually very good.


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actually the best option probably would be Charles West who sang lead for the Jason Bonham band, and was actually incredible live. I cant imagine his voice has anything left though, as he was all in every song.


The most recent news i have read regarding the possible reunion tour is that Robert Didnt think they'd actually proceed without him, and once he realized he was going to be left out, he reconsidered and is now planning on touring with the band...

http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,24405559-5003421,00.html

[tysonpunchinguterus]

If that aritcle is true, then I'll be a very happy boy next summer. Another singer might be able to hit the notes, but a big part of Zeppelin was the interaction between the band members and I don't see how a new singer could possibly recreate the synergy they built together over 12 years.

The most recent news i have read regarding the possible reunion tour is that Robert Didnt think they'd actually proceed without him, and once he realized he was going to be left out, he reconsidered and is now planning on touring with the band...

http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,24405559-5003421,00.html

[Sinn Fein]

Well, now Robert is definitely out...

Led Zeppelin Singer Robert Plant Rules Out Reunion Record, Tour (http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601088&sid=aU_5GfM1LTsc&refer=muse)

Sept. 29 (Bloomberg) -- Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant has ruled out making a reunion tour or record.

Plant, who is touring with U.S. singer Alison Krauss, made a statement on his Web site today. This follows the British rock quartet's first concert in 19 years, in London last December, with fans hoping the group might join a reunion bandwagon that includes the Police, Eagles, Who and the Spice Girls.

``Led Zep'' has sold more than 300 million albums and would make $3.2 million a night, Billboard estimated.

``Robert Plant and Alison Krauss are currently touring the U.S. on the last leg of their 'Raising Sand' tour,'' said the statement on Plant's Web site. ``After those dates, Robert has no intention whatsoever of touring with anyone for at least the next two years.

``Contrary to a spate of recent reports, Robert Plant will not be touring or recording with Led Zeppelin. Anyone buying tickets online to any such event will be buying bogus tickets.

``It's both frustrating and ridiculous for this story to continue to rear its head when all the musicians that surround the story are keen to get on with their individual projects and move forward,'' Plant said in the statement. ``I wish Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and Jason Bonham nothing but success with any future projects.''

[Sinn Fein]

Google News shows several articles which say the replacement singer is Myles R. Kennedy from Alter Bridge.

Here's one of these articles:

Led Zeppelin Meets Alter Bridge? (http://undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=6521)

Alter Bridge singer Myles R. Kennedy may be the new singer for the much mooted Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones project.

Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant put an end to the Led Zeppelin reunion stories last week when he announced that he would not be working with anyone for at least two years when he finishes up with Alison Kraus.

However, he added “I wish Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and Jason Bonham nothing but success with any future projects.”

As it turns out, that project may be with the Alter Bridge singer.

The source of the rumour has come from Twisted Sister Dee Snider who told MuchMoreMusic, “he can sing the shit out of Zeppelin”.

All shall be revealed soon.

[Glenn Dandy]

I would go see Zeppelin without PLant under one condition.


http://homepage3.nifty.com/music99/Vocalist/image/RobHalford3.jpg


THAT WOULD RULE!

[tysonpunchinguterus]

I'm thinking that maybe Plant is downplaying the Zeppelin rumors so they don't hurt his current tour. If you knew you could see Plant as part of Zeppelin in a year or 2, would you pay $50-$60 to see him sing with Allison Krause?

[Sinn Fein]

There's some new heat on all of this:

Zeppelin seeking Plant replacement (http://www.philly.com/dailynews/features/20081029_Tattle__Zeppelin_seeking_Plant_replacemen t.html)

THERE'S ONE Led out and there may be a new one in.
The nonsinging members of Led Zeppelin "are trying out a couple of singers" to replace Robert Plant, bassist John Paul Jones told BBC Radio.

"We want to do it," he said, referencing guitarist Jimmy Page and drummer Jason Bonham. "It's sounding great and we want to get on and get out there."

Don't expect a sound-a-like, though. "We don't want to be our own tribute band," Jones said.

Billboard.com reports that Alter Bridge vocalist Myles Kennedy is in the running on that stairway to hard-rock heaven.

Led Zeppelin may tour without Robert Plant (http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gilicKpnq1eQ3VHxEdSbzaE_NjxAD9449C100)

LONDON (AP) — Led Zeppelin may reunite without their lead singer Robert Plant, according to a BBC report.

The group's bassist John Paul Jones said he and his fellow band members would look for new singers to replace Plant.

"We want to do it. It's sounding great and we want to get and get out there," he told a BBC's radio program in an interview broadcast Monday. "It's got to be right. There's no point in just finding another Robert."

Led Zeppelin's spokesman Chris Goodman declined to comment Wednesday on plans for a possible reunion.

Plant joined the rest of the band for a one-time concert in London's cavernous O2 arena last December. It was the group's first full set since 1980, the year the band broke up after drummer John Bonham died.

The 02 concert generated rave reviews and calls for the band to reunite.

Plant recently toured with bluegrass artist Alison Krauss. However, Plant said in a statement on his Web site that he has no intention of touring with anyone for at least the next two years.

The band's former promoter Harvey Goldsmith said the band should not tour without Plant. "If they're going out with another singer it's not exactly Led Zeppelin, and if it is, then them doing a long tour, I'm not sure what the point is because they don't need to do it," he said.

Has Led Zeppelin Found Its New Singer? (http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003885909)

Who needs Robert Plant? Apparently not the other surviving members of Led Zeppelin, who are ready to pull the trigger on a tour with a new singer if Plant refuses to join in. Sources tell Billboard the frontman first in line for the gig is Myles Kennedy, who has most recently led the rock outfit Alter Bridge.

Kennedy has rehearsed with Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page, bassist John Paul Jones and drummer Jason Bonham on several occasions, according to sources in the know. In a recent BBC interview, Jones confirmed the band was planning to tour but didn't refer to Kennedy by name.

Although he was onboard for a one-off reunion in December 2007 in London, Plant has steadfastly declined to hit the road with Zeppelin. In late September, he issued a statement saying he has "no intention whatsoever of touring with anyone for at least the next two years," and also wished Page, Jones and Bonham "nothing but success with any future projects."

If things move forward, the biggest question would be what to call the group. Would Zeppelin fans stand for it if the original name was used despite Plant's absence?

There may be one unintended side effect should Kennedy bolt Alter Bridge, which has released an album each for Wind-Up and Universal. That band features the non-singing members of Creed, who split with frontman Scott Stapp in 2004. But sources indicate there would be big bucks in a Creed reunion tour and that the band may indeed rise again.

[tysonpunchinguterus]

It sucks that they're looking for someone else. Give Plant time to rest after touring for the last 2 years and he'll probably be on board.

On the plus side, Jones said that the O2 show might be released on DVD, so at least the last "real" Zeppelin concert will be available.

[fandango86]

It's not real Zeppelin without John Bonham anyway, so who cares if they have a new singer, too? I just want to see Jimmy Page live on stage playing Zeppelin songs once before I die (or he does). I got to see Robert Plant on his Fate of Nations tour. He was just alright singing Zeppelin stuff, and his backing band was horseshit.