Fans were left stunned when Robert Plant opened his new South American tour with a rare and emotional performance of “Rock and Roll” in Buenos Aires on May 10 — a song many never expected to hear with Saving Grace. 🎸🔥 The legendary frontman surprised the crowd even further by bringing back the haunting classic “Going to California,” creating a nostalgic moment that longtime Led Zeppelin fans are calling unforgettable. 😱❤️ After years of performing “Rock and Roll” mainly alongside Alison Krauss, this unexpected setlist change has sparked huge excitement across the music world, with fans praising the raw energy, emotion, and timeless power of Plant’s voice. 😭

Robert Plant performing on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' on April 8, 2026 (CBS)

Robert Plant started his new South American tour with a performance in Buenos Aires, Argentina on May 10, adding rare performances of “Rock and Roll” and “Going to California” to his setlist.

Robert Plant - Saving Grace Rock & Roll Teatro Gran Rex, Buenos Aires,  Argentina. 10 Mayo 2026

Plant regularly performed “Rock and Roll” while touring with Alison Krauss but had never previously performed the song with Saving Grace.

Plant also performed a rare version of “Going to California” during the May 10 show. He previously played it twice with Saving Grace in April but hasn’t made it a staple of his setlist.

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