The legendary Led Zeppelin frontman is jumping back into the spotlight to back "Mighty Rearranger," his first collection of all-new solo material in more than a decade. Due in stores May 3, the new album features Plant backed by his band Strange Sensation, with whom he recorded the set last year in the U.K., according to his new label, Sanctuary Records. In addition to his performance at SXSW, Plant is also scheduled as the music festival's keynote speaker. --Jon Zahlaway

Performing Thursday, March 17 at 12:15 a.m. at Austin Music Hall (208 Nueces St.).

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