1. JonM.

   10

   Beautiful...fresh...earthy...ethereal...the best "new" sound I've heard in years.

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2. VW.

   8

   Raising Sand is unexpected and curious, it touches every genre of music and doesn't commit to any. There was a few highlights like "Polly come home" and Alison Krauss is as always haunting and beautiful.… Expand

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3. Rev.Rikard

   6

   A pleasant surprise. Plant once ripped open our chest to infuse a "Whole Lotta Love" into the heart; therefore, it was difficult to imagine him softly pleading for an invitation to touch us with heart-felt depth. Even with "Stairway to Heaven" his voice maintained a hard edge that made the song a unique rock classic. Raising Sand reveals a "softer, gentler Plant" that is actually engaging. Fairness demands that we consider the impact of Krauss upon Plant's stylings. There has never been a sweeter/ potent combination in a single voice like Krauss's. That angelic voice almost demands that we listen. The mellow sound of an old metal war horse wed to one of bluegrass's most peaceful vocalist works. Songs like Killing the Blues and Gone, Gone, Gone invite us to play them often. However, most of the other tracks are disappointing. Again, the duet works, but the material is lacking; the songs do not provide an adequate vehicle for this surprising sound. I hope they give it another go, and utilize greater judgment in song selection.… Expand

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4. SpencerD.

   4

   Am I missing something here? Made me feel like driving over the cliff. Very depressing and on par with a visit to the dentist.

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