Robert Plant’s Saving Grace Release Album, Cover Everybody’s Song
Plant’s First Major Release Since 2017
After years of live shows and fan anticipation, Robert Plant’s Saving Grace have finally released their debut single, Everybody’s Song, a cover song from their upcoming ten-track album, due out September twenty-sixth.
The Origins and Sound of Robert Plant’s Saving Grace
For longtime fans of Robert Plant’s solo work, this is his first major project since 2017’s Carry Fire, and follows his critically acclaimed 2021 collaboration with Alison Krauss. But this isn’t just another Plant side project. Saving Grace—formed during the COVID-19 lockdowns as Plant sought out musical connection in the English countryside—has been steadily building a following since they began touring in twenty nineteen. The group’s sound pulls from deep folk traditions, reimagined spirituals, and global musical textures, creating something at once rooted and otherworldly.
A First Listen: “Everybody’s Song”
And Everybody’s Song? It’s less of a bold first single and more of a quiet incantation. Everybody’s Song marks a new creative chapter for Robert Plant’s Saving Grace, blending mysticism with grounded folk roots.
From the opening beat, the track feels like a hypnotic journey—earthy, rustic, and laced with a soft, mystical edge. It’s a blend of folklore, ambient country, and something that hints at ancient ritual. There’s a dusty, spiritual groove that anchors the piece without overwhelming it. The band—Tony Kelsey (guitar, banjo), Oli Jefferson (drums), Matt Worley (strings), and Barney Morse-Brown (cello)—create a subtle yet rich landscape, with flourishes that emerge just when the ear needs them.
The real magic, though, is in the harmonies. Plant’s voice—no longer the lion’s roar of Zeppelin—is now a sage-like whisper, full of age and soul. Paired with Suzi Dian’s ethereal tones, the two don’t just harmonize—they orbit one another, creating something haunting and spiritual. Their vocal interplay gives the song its meditative power.
Lyrically, Everybody’s Song keeps it simple—almost jarringly so. Lines like:
“Pour yourself another cup, another cup, another cup, and wait
I can’t wait forever…
Live your life of stupid luck, of stupid luck…”
And:
“Breaking everybody’s heart
Tearing everyone apart
Singing everybody’s song…”
…loop and repeat like mantras. The repetition isn’t a flaw—it’s a feature. The song becomes less about meaning and more about mood. More invocation than story. It’s about shared space, collective feeling. A melody carried by many voices.
Atmosphere Over Urgency
That said, as a diehard Robert Plant fan—someone who’s been there since Zeppelin, who owns every solo and collaboration project—this track, while beautiful, doesn’t feel like the strongest opening statement. It’s subdued, atmospheric… almost too gentle to lead the charge. It plays more like a mid-album deep cut than a front-line single. Personally, I was hoping for something a little more urgent, something that grabbed me by the throat.
Still Creating, Still Evolving
But even so, I respect what Plant and Saving Grace are doing here. They’re not chasing trends. They’re creating space—breathing room. And at seventy-six, Robert Plant is still a marvel. His vocals have matured into something wiser, more soulful. He’s no longer chasing the echo of his past—he’s singing from where he is. And where he is, is still worth listening to.
Robert Plant’s Saving Grace Tour Info and Final Thoughts
I’ve already placed my pre-order for the vinyl/MP3 combo, and I’ll be reviewing the full album right here once it drops. Tour dates have already been announced to support the release, and I’ve included that info below for those planning to catch them live. In the meantime, I’d love to hear your thoughts—did this track resonate with you, or are you holding out for the next release to win you over?
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