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Led Zeppelin Replacing Plant

Band trying out new frontman for new tour, album

By Peter Fearon,  Newser Staff

Posted Oct 28, 2008 3:11 AM CDT

(Newser) – Legendary rock band Led Zeppelin is auditioning for a replacement for frontman Robert Plant, who won't be joining a reunion tour. Bass player John Paul Jones confirmed the band is planning a tour and a new album—both without Plant. There has been speculation about a Led Zeppelin reunion tour since a successful comeback concert last year. Jones said the band isn't seeking a copy of Plant. 

"It's got to be right. There's no point in just finding another Robert," said Jones. "You could get that out of a tribute band, but we don't want to be our own tribute band. We want to get on and get out there."
 

Leona Lewis performs Whole Lotta Love with Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page during the closing ceremonies for the Beijing 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
Leona Lewis performs "Whole Lotta Love" with Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page during the closing ceremonies for the Beijing 2008 Olympics in Beijing.   (AP Photo/David Guttenfelder)
British hard rock legend Robert Plant performs in Switzerland last year. He is not joining the Led Zeppelin reunion tour.
British hard rock legend Robert Plant performs in Switzerland last year. He is not joining the Led Zeppelin reunion tour.   (AP Photo/Keystone, Martial Trezzini, file)
Leona Lewis performs Whole Lotta Love with Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page during the closing ceremonies for the Beijing 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
Leona Lewis performs "Whole Lotta Love" with Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page during the closing ceremonies for the Beijing 2008 Olympics in Beijing.   (AP Photo/David Guttenfelder)
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