Robert Plantis best known as the lead singer ofLed Zeppelin, argued as one of the most formative rock and roll bands in history. Since their worldwide debut in 1969, Zeppelin went on to become a top-selling band of all time, with over 300 million records sold—and counting—despite their formal split in 1980.
While speaking onCBS Mornings, Plant discussed hisfriendshipwith fellow rock legend, the lateJanis Joplin. Joplin tragically died on Oct. 4, 1970, at the age of 27. She is remembered for her raspy voice and emotional lyrics, chronicling aliferiddled with drug use and heartache.
"I was friends with her, yeah. She used to look after me," said Plant, a reflective gleam in his eye.
"She used to bring me stuff to help me with my voice, when my voice was rough."
When asked if the late songstress brought him tea, Plant said: "No,vodka."
On Sept. 26, 2025, Plant released his latest project,Saving Grace. The musician's twelfth studio album outside of Led Zeppelin,Saving Gracefeatures singer Suzi Dian, as well as the rest of his touring band: Oli Jefferson on drums, Tony Kelsey on guitar, Matt Worley on strings and banjo, and cellist Barney Morse-Brown.
The band will tour throughout the U.K. inDecember, kicking things off at Portsmouth Guildhall in England on Dec. 8.
"I guess I finally got off all the busses that led to one particular destination in my career, and just got into this bus, and this is... it's fine," said Plant, adding the 'bus' in question is his "saving grace."
When asked what saving grace means to him, Plant reflected: "Exactly this. I'm free."
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