Robert Plant - Fate Of Nations U.S. Cassette LP *NEW*

Fate Of Nations by Robert Plant'

U.S.  Cassette LP.

   1993

Factory Sealed / Mint

Robert Plant is a legendary British singer, songwriter, and lyricist best known as the vocalist of Led Zeppelin, one of the most influential rock bands in history. Famed for his towering vocal range, mythic lyrics, and charismatic stage presence, Plant helped define hard rock and heavy metal—and then spent decades reinventing himself as a solo artist deeply rooted in folk, world music, blues, and Americana.

🔹 Quick Facts:

• Full Name: Robert Anthony Plant

• Born: August 20, 1948 – West Bromwich, Staffordshire, England

• Genres: Hard rock, blues rock, folk rock, world music, Americana

• Known For: Powerful vocals, mystical lyricism, constant reinvention

• Career Start: Mid-1960s; global fame in 1968 with Led Zeppelin

🌩️ Led Zeppelin Era (1968–1980)

• Plant was just 20 when guitarist Jimmy Page recruited him

• Helped define the sound of hard rock and heavy metal, blending blues, folk, and mythic storytelling

✅ Iconic Zeppelin Songs (with Plant’s lyrical/vocal stamp):

• “Whole Lotta Love” – electrifying vocal and primal energy

• “Stairway to Heaven” – mystical poetry and dynamic vocal build

• “Kashmir” – exotic rhythms, Middle Eastern inspiration

• “Immigrant Song” – Viking imagery + high-pitched battle cry

• “Black Dog”, “The Rain Song”, “Dazed and Confused”, “Going to California”

• Plant often infused lyrics with themes of mythology, fantasy (Tolkien), nature, and personal longing

🎤 Solo Career Highlights

After Zeppelin disbanded in 1980 (following drummer John Bonham’s death), Plant pursued a diverse and evolving solo career.

🔹 Key Albums:

1. Pictures at Eleven (1982) – confident solo debut

2. The Principle of Moments (1983) – includes “Big Log”, an atmospheric hit

3. Now and Zen (1988) – successful fusion of modern rock and Zeppelin influence (“Tall Cool One”)

4. Fate of Nations (1993) – more introspective, environmental themes (“29 Palms”)

5. Mighty ReArranger (2005) – politically charged and globally influenced

6. Band of Joy (2010) – rootsy Americana revival

7. Carry Fire (2017) – dark, moody, genre-blending

🌿 Plant & Alison Krauss

• Raising Sand (2007) – Grammy-winning collaboration with bluegrass star Alison Krauss

  • Haunting harmonies and rootsy covers of obscure Americana gems

  • Includes “Please Read the Letter”, “Gone Gone Gone”

• Raise the Roof (2021) – follow-up album, critically acclaimed and atmospheric

🔹 Style & Legacy:

• One of rock’s greatest frontmen and vocalists, known for:

  • High-pitched wails and emotive phrasing

  • Constant reinvention, refusing to live in the shadow of Zeppelin

• Never nostalgic: Often avoids full Zeppelin reunions, preferring to evolve creatively

• Deep interest in African, Middle Eastern, and American roots music

🔹 Awards & Recognition:

• Grammy Awards: 8 wins, including Album of the Year (Raising Sand)

• Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Inducted with Led Zeppelin in 1995

• Frequently ranked among the greatest singers of all time (Rolling Stone, Classic Rock)

🔹 Fun Facts:

• Turned down several Led Zeppelin reunion tours, favoring artistic growth

• Influenced vocalists from Freddie Mercury to Axl Rose to Chris Cornell

• Still tours regularly with his band Saving Grace, focusing on folk and gospel-inspired music

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