That tour would be terrible. Plant isn't capable of performing zeppelin songs anymore. Zeppelin is about my favorite and I'd even pass on that show. As someone else mentioned, Jimmy Page would be much better off doing the page/crowes thing or even something similar to the last Hendrix tour that came around. Stellar performances led by top notch players orchestrated by jimmy page.

If you got about an hour , check this out. Good show from Robert and the band.
At least watch the opening song," Babe I'm Gonna Leave You."

I read Zep spent 6 weeks rehearsing for he one off show in 2007. That's quite a bit of time for one show. Plant should have agreed to a set number of final/farewell shows say at the RAH after the O2 show. That could have made Page and Jones happy and he would probably not have to answer so many "Are you going to reunite? questions since then.

I read Zep spent 6 weeks rehearsing for he one off show in 2007. That's quite a bit of time for one show. Plant should have agreed to a set number of final/farewell shows say at the RAH after the O2 show. That could have made Page and Jones happy and he would probably not have to answer so many "Are you going to reunite? questions since then.

Do you really think Robert doing a handful of shows after O2 would have satisfied anyone? IMHO it would only have made things worse for him as people would have said why not continue and do more.

This question keeps coming up and Robert keeps saying no reunion so you would think at some point people would take the hint.

But as long as they are still alive Jimmy will keep hoping and promoters will keep dangling that carrot.

Not a gigantic Zep fan - don't even know if there's any truth to this story. But consider Marley's point that Plant (and Zep) have already made more money than they can set fire to and Thresher's idea that "the tour would be terrible...". Fan expectations would be so high. A run of sub-standard shows (by fan and LZ standards) and negative reviews (if any) in the press might tarnish their historic reputation. Some acts still operate on the "leave 'em on a high note" system.

And I still say that a Steve Tyler fronted version of Led Zepplin would be right up their with a spinach milkshake or a $hit souffle! 😉

Plant's people said the story is bs and it certainly sounds like it. He tore up the check in front of the other 2 members? How could anyone even believe something that inane?

Plant's people said the story is bs and it certainly sounds like it. He tore up the check in front of the other 2 members? How could anyone even believe something that inane?

But it got us and the media talking about it. When's the next tranche of reissues due to hit the street? Nothing like free advertising. Any press is good press?

Plant's people said the story is bs and it certainly sounds like it. He tore up the check in front of the other 2 members?

The story could be crap, but nobody said there was a check (the word was "paperwork") and nobody said he tore anything up in front of any other band members.

I was at the 2007 show in London and it was incredible. Plant was down an octave or two but in fine form as was the rest of the band. They rehearsed on and off for 6 months with the last 6 weeks being a daily event. Charity could be a good option, but the O2 show was for charity. I liken it to the Brothers. They have gone out on top with no regrets (well maybe dickey) as did Zep initially when Bonzo died. The attempts at shows after that were terrible. The Page Plant years were great and they did put on some great shows with a great band. Then the O2 show. So at the end of the day I am with Plant, move on.............

Whatever the truth, I just wish Jimmy would get on with it and put out some new music.... I bet he'll regret it when he can't.

Not a gigantic Zep fan - don't even know if there's any truth to this story. But consider Marley's point that Plant (and Zep) have already made more money than they can set fire to and Thresher's idea that "the tour would be terrible...". Fan expectations would be so high. A run of sub-standard shows (by fan and LZ standards) and negative reviews (if any) in the press might tarnish their historic reputation. Some acts still operate on the "leave 'em on a high note" system.

And I still say that a Steve Tyler fronted version of Led Zepplin would be right up their with a spinach milkshake or a $hit souffle! 😉

Not sure I agree. Based on my experience with the Stones the only people who would complain would be the old timers who saw them in their prime. Jimmy would tune down a step like he did at O2 so Robert can sing the songs and everyone else would love the shows.

The Stones are a great example of this. Keef can barely play cords many nights yet they sell out tours at obscene prices and people lap it up.

Plant has also stated he wants no part of the circus that would surround a Zep reunion.

Plant has also stated he wants no part of the circus that would surround a Zep reunion.

Can you just imagine...
Wonder if they would do it if Grant was still around?

I could not imagine what scoring tickets would be like. They would be a fortune at face value, never mind when the scalpers scam them.

And I still say that a Steve Tyler fronted version of Led Zepplin would be right up their with a spinach milkshake or a $hit souffle! 😉

Absolutely correct.

ahh,I'll bet Plant'll go for it when the payout hits 900M pounds !! I remember him on the Page/Plant tour,he held out for el 'mucho denaro'.That was one helluva tour for its time!! What was the guys name who pulled it all together..Bill kirbishly,I think. Managed to get Plant off his throne long enough to make it happen from what I remember. Gotta love the guy. Poor Page'll do anything to perform for the fans again

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So nobody bothers when Plant puts a response in plain English with no ambiguity?

ONDON (AP) - Robert Plant says there is no truth to reports he turned down a lucrative offer from Virgin boss Richard Branson to play Led Zeppelin reunion shows.

A statement from Plant spokesman Ken Weinstein says the singer "has not been in receipt of any offers in recent months" about Led Zeppelin gigs, and hasn't met or communicated with Branson in 50 years.

Wednesday's statement said Plant was "disappointed with any confusion this current fabricated story may bring."

Citing a Led Zeppelin song, Branson said in a blog post he was "dazed and confused" by reports he had offered the band 500 million pounds ($800 million) to reform.

Led Zeppelin disbanded after drummer John Bonham died in 1980. Surviving members Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones last performed together in 2007.

ahh,I'll bet Plant'll go for it when the payout hits 900M pounds !! I remember him on the Page/Plant tour,he held out for el 'mucho denaro'.That was one helluva tour for its time!! What was the guys name who pulled it all together..Bill kirbishly,I think. Managed to get Plant off his throne long enough to make it happen from what I remember. Gotta love the guy. Poor Page'll do anything to perform for the fans again

If you believe what is written in Wiki Plant did not do it for the money and he stopped the collaboration with Jimmy in the mid/late 90's because he did not want to play big arenas again.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Page_and_Plant

And I think you are partially correct as I am not sure Jimmy will do anything to play for the fans again but he seems to be willing to do just about anything to play with Robert again.

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ahh,I'll bet Plant'll go for it when the payout hits 900M pounds !! I remember him on the Page/Plant tour,he held out for el 'mucho denaro'.That was one helluva tour for its time!! What was the guys name who pulled it all together..Bill kirbishly,I think. Managed to get Plant off his throne long enough to make it happen from what I remember. Gotta love the guy. Poor Page'll do anything to perform for the fans again

Saw that tour I believe in 92 in Knoxville, TN. What a great show, especially second set with orchestra and Kashmir. We were in the 22nd row and cameras flew back and forth over our heads all night. Never did hear of any videos/DVD's being released from that tour. I did get a great bootleg a couple of years ago.

Bring on another tour.

Mike

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Billionaire Richard says £500m contract is “completely untrue” after discussing it with Robert Plant

Billionaire Richard Branson has slammed reports that he offered Led Zeppelin a £500m reunion contract.

He says the Mirror story – which claimed that frontman Robert Plant tore up the paperwork after the rest of the band had signed – is “completely untrue” and “fabricated.”

Branson writes in his blog: “I spoke to Robert about the story, which he also confirmed is complete rubbish from his side too.

“Robert told me he’s very proud of his history and the band's past, and has always had great respect and love for his work. However, he really believes he must move on with his life and career today.

“Making up this story is very disrespectful to how wonderful his career with the Sensational Shape Shifters is going.”

The Virgin tycoon says Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones also have “many exciting projects” in their futures, and insists each member of Led Zeppelin should be “respected in their own right.”

He finishes: “As Robert told me: ‘Look, Richard, I just do things because I love them and I want to do more new things that I love.’ I couldn’t agree more.”

In May Plant said he had no interest in returning to be part of the “circus” that Led Zep had become. Page recently appeared to accept there was no chance of a reunion, saying of his former colleague’s career: “It’s his journey, isn’t it?”

Led Zep are midway through the release of their remaster series. Plant launched latest solo album Lullaby And... The Ceaseless Roar earlier this year, while Page says he's planning to record and tour in 2015.

while Page says he's planning to record in 2015.

All compositions by.... 😉

while Page says he's planning to record in 2015.

All compositions by.... 😉

I love Jimmy, but he has been saying that for years.

this was a great tour in the '90's. We ended up visiting a few shows & had great seats.They did release a great DVD of it taped in the UK I think. It includes a long rendition of Kashmir too. Page & Plant were totally 'on their game' back then & had a great backup team for the tour.

Too bad Page won't just play for the music. Do a tour of small venues with a combo showing off his guitar skills. Get back to the basics.

Well, get back to the basics, is a bit of a stretch.

How long did he suffer for his art before Zep hit it big?

yeh,Page would probably be a 'good' or great show. I've seen both solo but I think the 'chemistry' which made it all happen before was Page with Plant..& Bonham & Jones just added to it. Alone they're good shows just like Greg Allman solo but without certain key elements of ABB; Iommi without Ozzy;or Derek without key ABB players; Perry without Tyler or Angus Young alone. Great shows maybe but not necessarily 'stellar' or 'frozen in time' . Some are certainly 'stand alone' Icons but something that made people originally sit up & take notice was that earlier (or later) key chemistry of the perfect mix!

I also think there was some truth to the Branson story (not all) but for him to come out & make such strong statements to the press & inadvertantly acknowledge that he had conversed with Plant shows that 'something' had occurred. He made these statements while he was dealing with his Rocket failure as well which must have been eating up much of his attention during this ..Certainly a busy week for Branson. I wouldn't be surprised if we see something further on this story in the future.But I think it takes a special person to close Plant (like last time) & ,,,concessions would have to be made to accomodate him.

I would hope if they got back together that they'd all rehearse for a long period & really nail the songs which they can still do justice to. (I thought Page was a bit sloppy on their one off show in London compared to earlier Zep or Page/Plant,probably not enough rehearsal time altogether)

It certainly has the potential to be a 'Monster' tour for sur if Plant did go for it!! Their last world tour was big for its time & their early years were 'Lengendary'! It would be nice to see this 'circus' on the road one last time !

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Here's the real point. I really don't care how much they make, or whom sponsors' the tour. There are so many people that just want to see them once, and would pay a pretty penny before it's too late.

The 2007 show was proof that they can still bring it. A limited engagement of 35 or so dates would satiate the masses and then Robert can go back to whatever it is he's doing.

For one time, it's not about the money, it's about the fans that never got the chance to see them before Bonham died.

If you want to see a band long past it's prime, with off key singing and some lousy versions of favorite songs, try CSN.

Absolutely astounds me that people will pay top dollar for off key singing. All night.

I've no desire to see LZ playing the 2015 No Country for Old Men tour.

...and the award for "most past their prime" supergroup has to go to the 'rolling stones' ...from the 1st notes of 'start me up' every show thru jaggers singing & prancing about..at $350 for most tickets no less...ouch.& they still seem to sellout every worldtour.

If you want to see a band long past it's prime, with off key singing and some lousy versions of favorite songs, try CSN.

Absolutely astounds me that people will pay top dollar for off key singing. All night.

I've no desire to see LZ playing the 2015 No Country for Old Men tour.

What's left of The Beach Boys too. They should have hung it up 30 years ago.