Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, from vastly different musical backgrounds—Plant as the legendary frontman of Led Zeppelin and Krauss as a celebrated bluegrass and country artist—formed a stunning collaboration that began with their Grammy-winning 2007 album Raising Sand. Produced by T Bone Burnett, the album blended rock, folk, blues, and Americana, earning critical acclaim and five Grammys, including Album of the Year. After a long…
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss: A Timeless Musical Union
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, though emerging from vastly different musical worlds, created something truly magical when they joined forces. Plant, the electrifying former frontman of Led Zeppelin, and Krauss, the angelic-voiced bluegrass and country icon, first stunned the music world with their unexpected collaboration on the 2007 album Raising Sand.
Produced by the legendary T Bone Burnett, Raising Sand was a haunting, genre-blending masterpiece that fused rock, folk, blues, and Americana in a way that felt both vintage and refreshingly new. The chemistry between Plant’s soulful rasp and Krauss’s ethereal tone was undeniable, resulting in a body of work that transcended their individual legacies. The album was met with overwhelming critical acclaim and swept the 2009 Grammy Awards, taking home five Grammys, including the coveted Album of the Year.
After the immense success of Raising Sand, fans eagerly hoped for a follow-up. But the duo took their time, allowing their musical journey to evolve organically. That patience paid off with their 2021 release, Raise the Roof, another captivating collection that continued their exploration of deep cuts, traditional tunes, and original compositions. Once again produced by Burnett, the album reaffirmed that their collaboration was no fluke—it was a lasting artistic connection.
Despite their different roots—Plant’s hard rock background and Krauss’s bluegrass purity—their mutual respect and willingness to explore outside their comfort zones created something rare and beautiful. Their partnership reminds us that great music transcends boundaries, genres, and generations.
Read more below to explore their full discography, tour dates, and the stories behind the songs that brought these two legends together in harmony.
