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Robert Plant Announces Spring Fever 2026 Tour with Saving Grace
12/11/2025, 8:11:40 PM
Overview of the Tour
Robert Plant, the former frontman of Led Zeppelin, has announced a 16-date Spring Fever 2026 Tour across the United States with his current band, Saving Grace, featuring vocalist Suzi Dian. The tour is set to kick off on March 14, 2026, at the Kiva Auditorium in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and will conclude on April 7, 2026, at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City. The tour will include performances in Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, with a notable stop at the Big Ears Festival in Knoxville, Tennessee, on March 28.
Background on Saving Grace
Saving Grace, which includes drummer Oli Jefferson, guitarist Tony Kelsey, banjo player Matt Worley, and cellist Barney Morse-Brown, released their debut album, also titled *Saving Grace*, on September 26, 2025. The album features a mix of traditional folk and blues covers, alongside original compositions, and has been described by Plant as “a song book of the lost and found.” The band has been developing their unique sound over the past six years, drawing on a variety of musical influences.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
The general public can purchase tickets starting December 12, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time through Ticketmaster and RobertPlant.com. A presale for fans began on December 10, 2025. The complete list of tour dates is as follows:
- March 14: Kiva Auditorium, Albuquerque, NM
- March 16: Tulsa Theater, Tulsa, OK
- March 18: Majestic Theatre, Dallas, TX
- March 19: Majestic Theatre, San Antonio, TX
- March 21: ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin, TX
- March 22: Saenger Theatre, New Orleans, LA
- March 24: Orpheum Theatre, Memphis, TN
- March 26: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN
- March 28: Big Ears Festival, Knoxville, TN
- March 29: Louisville Palace, Louisville, KY
- March 31: Memorial Auditorium, Raleigh, NC
- April 1: Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, Asheville, NC
- April 2: Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, VA
- April 4: The Met, Philadelphia, PA
- April 6: Count Basie Center for the Arts, Red Bank, NJ
- April 7: Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York, NY
Upcoming International Performances
Following the U.S. tour, Plant and Saving Grace will embark on a series of concerts in South America, including performances in Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Rosario, Porto Alegre, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo from May 10 to May 24, 2026.
Official Statements & Responses
Plant has expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming tour, highlighting the joy and creativity that Saving Grace brings to their performances. He noted, “We laugh a lot, really. I think that suits me. I like laughing,” emphasizing the collaborative spirit of the band.
Criticism & Opposition
While the announcement has been met with excitement from fans, some critics have pointed out that Plant's shift towards a more acoustic and folk-oriented sound may not resonate with all of his traditional rock audience. However, the unique blend of styles and the intimate nature of the performances have been praised by many.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I was crying,” says Suzi Dian after a poignant performance. “I was, too,” Plant replies half-jestingly.
- “The past is never dead. It’s not even past,” Plant reflects during a performance of *Orphan Girl*.
This tour marks another chapter in Robert Plant's extensive career, showcasing his evolution as an artist while continuing to honor his musical roots.
