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- "In the Mood" From: The Principle of Moments(1983) The standout track from Plant's second solo album proved beyond a doubt that he had found his own voice outside of the huge shadow of Led Zeppelin.
- "Tall Cool One" From: Now and Zen(1988) Plant firmly planted one foot each in the musical present and his legendary past on this late '80s smash, appropriating hip-hop's sampling methods to bring classic Zeppelin riffs into this insanely fun, pulsing, tongue-in-cheek seduction dance.
- "Down to the Sea" From: Fate of Nations(1993) Always exploring, always tasteful, the best Robert Plant songs often find him seeking new musical combinations along with some sort of spiritual fulfillment.
- "Song to the Siren" From: Dreamland(2002) Time may have stripped some of the high end from Plant's vocal range; even he admits he couldn't possibly do certain Zeppelin songs in the same key anymore.
- “In the Mood” – The Principle of Moments (1983) “In the Mood,” a standout from Plant’s second solo album, showcases his distinct voice outside the realm of Led Zeppelin.
- “Tall Cool One” – Now and Zen (1988) “Tall Cool One” finds Plant seamlessly blending classic Zeppelin riffs with hip-hop sampling techniques, creating a dynamic, tongue-in-cheek seduction dance.
- “Down to the Sea” – Fate of Nations (1993) With thumping tom-tom drums as a backdrop, “Down to the Sea” delves into themes of spiritual fulfillment and higher purpose.
- “Song to the Siren” – Dreamland (2002) “Song to the Siren” showcases Plant’s exploration of his lower vocal register. The cover of Tim Buckley’s ballad is rendered with cinematic tenderness, emphasizing the richness of his lower tones.
Francis Dunnery, the singer and guitarist of It Bites, shares his experience and insights on his friendship with the iconic Led Zeppelin frontman, Robert Pla...
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Feb 14, 2024 · In 1993, as sidekick to former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant, Francis Dunnery had what he now calls “the biggest guitar job in the world.”
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- Angel Dance
- Ship of Fools
- Embrace Another Fall
- Down to The Sea
- Come Into My Life
- Rainbow
- Tall Cool One
- Sea of Love
- In The Mood
- Shine It All Around
“Angel Dance” is Plant’s cover of a Los Lobos song. Found on his 2010 album Band of Joy, Plant stated, “Los Lobos play with such great cool, Hispanic poly-rhythms. I kept thinking this song is like a nursery rhyme but the compulsion of the rhythm seems like it could be a reflection of the way these people deal with their forefathers.”. An interesti...
“Ship of Fools” is not only a tender love song, but also a prime example of Robert Plant’s desire to constantly push the envelope when it comes to his music. Never one to stay within the safety net of formula, he used “Ship of Fools” and other tracks off the album, Now and Zen, to accomplish this. As he stated, “I want to cut through radio with a h...
Plant is supported by his multi-talented band, the Sensational* Space Shifters, for the album, Lullaby and Ceaseless Roar. One of the more fascinating tracks of the album is “Embrace Another Fall”. An absolutely stunning blend of East meets West as the intro of the song has a strong, Eastern beat which dances on the fringe of the tribal, teasing ou...
“Down to the Sea” is a fascinating jaunt into the world of Plant’s creativity and vocal delivery. Snappy, quick and full of life, this is a track that definitely fuels the soul. The intro of the song is beautifully restrained and supported by acoustics which quickly build up, adding a spark of electric into the mix. Fans of Plant’s ability to bring...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oS_bdWTEaU Plant treats each individual song of his career like fine wine. The result are songs that have their own individuality and age very well. Like fine wine “Come Into My Life” is allowed to breathe, taking the listeners soul on an introspective journey. Found on Plant’s sixth studio album, 1993’s Fate of Nat...
Robert Plant does it again. “Rainbow” is another example of Plant’s ability to carve out unique music wherever he goes. Never once in his solo career has he created a “Zeppelin-like” album. “Rainbow” is featured on his 2014 album Lullaby and the Ceaseless Roar. “Rainbow” holds within its grasp, a timeless, contemplative beauty to it. This track sho...
“Tall Cool One” was featured on Plant’s 1988 album, Now and Zen. Known as one of his finest post-Zeppelin albums, it also saw the reunion of Plant and Page. Heavy on the 80’s pop sound, “Tall Cool One” was not only the album’s top hit single, but was also turned into a successful Coca Cola commercial. Composed by Plant and keyboardist Phil Johnston...
“Sea of Love” is a cover of Phil Phillips 1959 number one R and B hit. This track is featured on the 1984 album, The Honeydrippers – Volume One. If you’re a Zeppelin fan listening to this track for the first time, you’ll undoubtedly be a bit surprised by its soft, sweet and dreamy sound. In fact, Plant’s post Zeppelin career is jam packed with all ...
If you’re searching for a song that distinguishes Plant’s solo career from Led Zeppelin, then “In the Mood” is that song. This is a unique blend of power and serenity. Indeed, there’s no way that the drive of this track can be dimmed. Smooth and stylish, “In the Mood” reached the number 4 position on Billboard’s Top Tracks chart. The track can be f...
“Shine it All Around” comes off of Plant’s 2005 album, the Mighty ReArranger. Recorded with his band at the time, the Strange Sensation, the album’s theme revolves around fate with the Mighty ReArranger representing a god-like entity that puppets humanity. “Shine it All Around” provides the listener with a relaxed vibe, one that permeates the soul ...
Robert Anthony Plant CBE (born 20 August 1948) is an English singer and songwriter. He was the lead singer and lyricist of the rock band Led Zeppelin from its founding in 1968 until their breakup in 1980; since then he has had a successful solo career, sometimes collaborating with other artists such as Alison Krauss.
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Aug 20, 2021 · From dabbling in 80s synth-pop to experimenting with world music and breathing new life into folk classics, the best Robert Plant solo songs reveal a fearless entertainer with a musically adventurous spirit.
