Raising Sand
Robert Plant · 2007
57 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · heavy metal
A haunting blend of Americana and blues with lush harmonies that evoke deep emotional resonance.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2007, 'Raising Sand' marked a significant collaboration between Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, showcasing Plant's shift towards roots music after decades of hard rock. This album was a departure from his previous work, illustrating his artistic evolution following the dissolution of Led Zeppelin and a series of solo albums that explored various genres.
- If you like
- folk rock, hard rock, heavy metal
- What next
- Band of Joy — Continues the exploration of Americana and roots influences with rich instrumentation.
Raising Sand is an album by Robert Plant, released in 2007. A haunting blend of Americana and blues with lush harmonies that evoke deep emotional resonance. 'Raising Sand' received widespread critical acclaim, winning five Grammy Awards including Album of the Year and Best Contemporary Folk/Americana Album. It debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, reflecting its commercial success and the growing popularity of Americana music during this era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Raising Sand sound like?
A haunting blend of Americana and blues with lush harmonies that evoke deep emotional resonance. Rooted in folk rock and hard rock.
What makes Raising Sand by Robert Plant notable?
'Raising Sand' received widespread critical acclaim, winning five Grammy Awards including Album of the Year and Best Contemporary Folk/Americana Album. It debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, reflecting its commercial success and the growing popularity of Americana music during this era. Released in 2007, 'Raising Sand' marked a significant collaboration between Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, showcasing Plant's shift towards roots music after decades of hard rock. This album was a departure from his previous work, illustrating his artistic evolution following the dissolution of Led Zeppelin and a series of solo albums that explored various genres.
Who is Raising Sand for?
Raising Sand works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Raising Sand?
Raising Sand has 13 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rich Woman Standout 4:05
- 2 Killing the Blues Standout 4:17
- 3 Sister Rosetta Goes Before Us 3:25
- 4 Polly Come Home 5:39
- 5 Gone Gone Gone (Done Moved On) 3:34
- 6 Through the Morning, Through the Night 4:03
- 7 Please Read the Letter Standout 5:55
- 8 Trampled Rose 5:34
- 9 Fortune Teller 4:32
- 10 Stick With Me Baby 2:51
- 11 Nothin’ 5:35
- 12 Let Your Loss Be Your Lesson 4:02
- 13 Your Long Journey 3:55
Release Date
October 23, 2007
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
57 min 27 sec
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