Robert & Alison-Raising Sand

I thought this was a really boring record. Not because Plant isn't Plant or Krauss isn't Krauss (and I like both otherwise) - it's just boring and dull music, completely uninspired.

I've really tried to like it, especially as there are many people who hold it in such high regard. But honestly, I don't get it!

I agree with Osgorth's sentiments. I was excited to finally get this LP but once I listened to it 5 times I am still wondering what all the hype was. It is so boring.

I like the record with it's laid back nature and recently saw them at Jazzfest in New Orleans - this stuff sounded great live as well as a few juicy zep tunes Black Country Woman, a slowed down plodding Black Dog, Battle for Evermore (excellent) and When the Levee Breaks. They also did some nice Union Station stuff

The recording quality on this CD is so screwed up. The music is pretty good though and I like it. Hope they remaster it correct at some point - in hi-rez PCM or DSD.

Now over 10 years old, how does this multi-grammy record stand up in your system? I found that as I improved my system over this time the record has blossomed. Originally I felt it somewhat dark and plodding, but now have a way different opinion - this is a beautiful record (ok there are a couple losers) that jump started the Americana movement with well selected country blues tunes Alison and Robert are perfect for (not to mention their jam on Fortune Teller). The record needs very good amplification and a touch less volume that lets the bass lines resonate vs. overwhelm if that makes any sense. Agree a hi-rez version would be great. I also still watch their CMT Crossroads TV session once in a while - what a great band they had if you've seen it. Love  "Please read the letter" -  knew it was special the first time I heard it. Didn't even know who it was at first!