Newly-surfaced footage has shown one of the first concerts of Robert Plant’s new band, Saving Grace.
Ever since Robert Plant became the frontman for rock icons Led Zeppelin, he’s been considered one of the greatest vocalists of all time.
Even after the dissolution of Led Zeppelin the early ’80s, Plant has continued his career, releasing a number of records either as a solo artist or with other accomplished musicians.
Having been a member of The Honeydrippers, and working with the likes of Allison Krauss, and former bandmate Jimmy Page, Plant has also fronted a number of other acts, including Strange Sensation, a resurrected Band Of Joy, and most recently, The Sensational Space Shifters.
Now, it seems there is another band to add to this ever-growing list.
As Louder Sound reports, Robert Plant’s new band, Saving Grace, made their live debut in late January, but now, video footage of the new rock outfit has emerged online.
Check out Robert Plant and Saving Grace performing ‘I Bid You Goodnight’:
Having played their debut performance as a surprise show at Bishop’s Castle in England last month, Fairport Convention first recognised the band’s existence when announcing their current UK tour.
“Our dear friend Robert Plant has a lovely new band called Saving Grace,” the band explained. “He asked us if we could help by having them play some gigs on our current tour.”
“We have tried to keep the three dates they are doing with us ‘hushed up’ but the worst kept secret of 2019 is out now.”
According to Ultimate Classic Rock, Saving Grace features the likes of vocalist Suzy Dian, mandolinist and guitarist Tony Kelsey, banjo player and guitarist Matt Worley, and percussionist Oli Jefferson.
While the group played their second show on February 14th in Basingstoke, they followed this up with a gig in Bath on February 16th. The group’s last performance with Fairport Convention is set to take place in St Albans on February 22nd.
At this stage, there’s no official word from anyone as to whether more live shows will be forthcoming, of if the band will enter the studio in the near future, but whatever the case, more Robert Plant is never a bad thing!
Check out Robert Plant and Saving Grace performing ‘Stick With Me Baby’:
