Robert Plant and Allison Krauss
by Beemster on 2023-07-08In credible beat concert ever. Cannot say enough praise about Plants voice !!!!
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"These are songs that have gone into our hearts way back in time, but got lost in the twists and curves of the passing years," says Robert Plant. "You hear them and you go 'Man, listen to that song, we got to sing that song!' It's a vacation, really--the perfect place to go that you least expected to find."
In 2007, Plant and Alison Krauss released Raising Sand, one of the most acclaimed albums of the 21st Century. It was an unlikely, mesmerizing pairing of one of rock's greatest frontmen with one of country music's finest and most honored artists, produced by the legendary T Bone Burnett. It entered the Billboard 200 at Number Two and was certified platinum, and it won six Grammy awards, including both Album and Record of the Year.
After fourteen years, the two icons reunited with Raise the Roof. Earning three 2023 Grammy nominations and unanimous acclaim, these dozen songs have extended this remarkable collaboration in thrilling new directions - from performances on the illustrious stages of Bonnaroo, Forest Hills Stadium, Glastonbury, the Greek Theatre, Red Rocks and far beyond, to appearances on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, CBS Mornings, PBS NewsHour, CMT Crossroads and more, to 2024's Can't Let Go Tour, which will see the duo once again return to North America for nearly 40 dates this spring and summer.
With Raise the Roof, Plant and Krauss were determined not to simply replicate a formula. "We wanted it to move," says Krauss. "We brought other people in, other personalities within the band and coming back together again in the studio brought a new intimacy to the harmonies."
The duo's intention had always been to continue the momentum of Raising Sand. "There was so much enthusiasm, excitement and adrenaline that it would have been folly if we didn't keep going," says Plant. "We did join up and consider songs, try to work out some ideas, but then somebody would ask if I'd want to take my band to the Arctic Circle--'OK, I'll do that, call you back, Alison!' And then she goes off and gets another Grammy. We've both constantly made new recordings.
"I knew what we could share. In the length of time that I've been making records, this is very rewarding, but a very unusual place to find myself."
In fact, the two singers were stockpiling ideas for songs they might do together, and passing selections back and forth, during the intervening years. "I've heard Lucinda Williams sing 'Can't Let Go' forever, and I sent that to Robert at least ten years ago," says Krauss. "I remember riding around listening to it and thinking it would be so much fun to do together."
Plant had his eyes on a couple of R&B deep cuts. "The Betty Harris song 'Trouble With My Lover' was always in the air," he says. "To hear Alison sing that is such a great way of her turning her gift around. And Bobby Moore's 'Searching for My Love' is something I used to sing at school, another nugget of beautiful lost soul music which has been ricocheting between us for a long time."
When they were finally able to reconvene in Nashville in late 2019, Plant admits that it was "kind of daunting." After all, when they first met up, there were no expectations; "When we started, Robert had said that if it didn't work, we'll try it for three days and say goodbye," says Krauss. But this time, they not only had to clear the bar of their own magnificent careers, they also had the success of Raising Sand to contend with. Once they got rolling, though, Krauss says the recordings felt "very natural, very easy--and really fun."
For his part, Plant wanted to introduce a musical tradition that was part of his own culture. "I've been a big follower of Bert Jansch's work since I was a teenager," he says, "and of that whole Irish, Scottish, English folk style that has a different lilt and different lyrical perspective. I was very keen to bring some of that into the picture."
"One of my favorite parts of this is the songs and songwriters that I had never heard of " says Krauss, noting that in addition to the inclusion of Jansch's "It Don't Bother Me," she feels the "peak of the record" comes with "Go Your Way" by English folk singer Anne Briggs. "Working with Robert, and with T Bone, is always a great education in musical history."
The material on the album encompasses compositions by writers as diverse as Merle Haggard ("Going Where the Lonely Go") and the mysterious blueswoman Geeshie Wiley ("Last Kind Words Blues")--and even a Plant-Burnett original, "High and Lonesome"--in arrangements even more evocative, spare, and hypnotic than those on Raising Sand. In addition to the core band of ace musicians assembled by Burnett, including drummer Jay Bellerose and guitarist Marc Ribot on all tracks, there are appearances from such guests as David Hidalgo from Los Lobos, jazz wizard Bill Frisell, and the eternal Buddy Miller.
Both Plant and Krauss point to the recording of "Quattro (World Drifts In)," a song by the beloved Americana band Calexico, as a turning point in the Raise the Roof sessions. "When I heard the song for the first time, it came in the group of songs Robert sent me as possibilities he liked as ideas for us to record," says Krauss. "I thought, 'Oh gosh, here we go'--hearing that song was the moment I knew we'd make another album."
"It's time to think about walking on the stage again and having that feeling of being just a little bit nervous," says Plant. "And that's really the thing that we both live for--that walk from the side of the stage to the microphone. That's the longest journey, because it lasts a lifetime."
The accomplishments of Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, of course, are immeasurable. But with Raise the Roof, they take the next step in a project that offers them creative rewards unlike anything else. "There's so much romance in contrast," says Krauss.
"It's such a far cry from everything I've done before," says Plant. "I love the whole kaleidoscope of music that I've explored, but this is a place where you can think within the song, you can decide how to bring home an emotion. It's another blend that we've got, and long may we have more of them."
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 A top 5 in my life concert!
by Cal L on 2023-07-08A rock Icon and bluegrass legend together backed by world class musicians! Nuff said! Sound was great and only wish it had been a little longer!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Masters
by JD on 2023-07-08This was a stellar performance from the whole band and RP & AK. Perfect night, unlike the last time I saw them in the pouring rain at the start of this tour. 50 shows tight, a joy to see 2 pros at the top of their game. The venue, however, left a lot to be desired. The Budweiser Stage is poorly laid out and a nightmare to get to. Why the city of Toronto doesn’t have public transportation to the door (or even closer than a mile away) is beyond me. Hopefully the proposed revitalization of Ontario place addresses this. Only 4 stars cause of the venue, oh, and 8 dollar French fries.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Violins & Voice
by Cee on 2023-07-08Beautiful sounds to elevate your heart. Keeping the innovative and unique within a close collaborative. Congratulations and keep smiling!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great venue
by Muggsy on 2023-07-08Exuberant crowd, great sightlines, great accoustics Concert 20 minutes late start Disappointed that none of Alison's "old"style songs were not sung Food and drinks very expensive, plan to eat before you go !!
Rating: 3 out of 5 Budweiser is not a great venue for music lovers
by RBG on 2023-07-08Plant and Krauss are great and their music was very enjoyable. The Budweiser is a terrible venue with bad sight lines to the screens and mainly, the public is constantly getting up to get beer and coming back, only to do it again a few minutes later, roof supporting columns, and from there the stage looks tiny. The sound is great but the crowd is noisy and annoying. The beer and food trips are the main problem that gets in the way of enjoying the music. Music is not a baseball or hockey event.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Epic
by Teresa on 2023-07-08Robert Plant was a bucket list concert. He and Allison Krauss did not disappoint. If you want pure Zeppelin, you will be disappointed. If you enjoy the evolution of a song, this is definitely for you. From the amazing duets to new twists like fiddle in When the Levee Breaks this show is a musical adventure. The highlight of the evening was the Plant Krauss duet on the Battle of Evermore. Even more haunting than the original. Lastly, many artists try to hold on to the same sound they had vocally in their youth. Plant has allowed and embraced the changes in his voice. The show was made all the more magical for it. I only wish the show was longer so they could have reimagined some more of his solo work. 10/10
Rating: 5 out of 5 Holy Toledo Batperson
by oldfogey on 2023-07-08If there ever was a concert to see this summer (or be really pissed that you missed), this was the one. Plant and Krauss had the audience on their feet and eating out of their (P&K's) hands. Took my wife (who went in a tiny bit sceptical), she came out totally enthralled. I am tempted to follow the lead of the infamous "Deadheads"and follow Plant and Krauss around for the rest of their tour. As my brother-in-law says "they got great chops".
Rating: 5 out of 5 Plant/Kraus
by Deb on 2023-07-08Awsome concert, harmony was fabulous as was the entire band
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing!
by DougB on 2023-07-08Plant and Krause were simply amazing. Their own music along with several reinvented Zeppelin songs were beyond brilliant. The Battle of Evernore and When the Levee Breaks were breathtaking. Only way to describe it.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great Date Night!
by Tam on 2023-07-08They were magical together! Budweiser Stage is one of my favourite venues. It is clean and very well done. I always get a festival vibe there!
Rating: 3 out of 5 Dazed and confused
by Chris C on 2023-07-08Both stars seemed to be rather worn out. Mr Plant confused his band members during the intros, confused days of the weeks, and finally complained about he long tour. Mrs Krauss did not say much at all and seemed distant throughout. Show was over in an hour and twenty minutes. People stood up and left quietly…
Rating: 5 out of 5 A magical evening
by RikkiJ on 2023-07-08It was a magical evening and I was glad to be part of it. What exceptional musicians. Robert Plant's voice is as good as ever and the addition of Alison Kraus to the mix make the sound enchanting.
Rating: 5 out of 5 AWESOME
by Tanja on 2023-07-08I loved the concert! I loved the "fusion"of the different genres! One song melded into another .. it was an awesome show!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fantastic show!
by Megs on 2023-07-08I am so glad to have seen Robert Plant and Allison Krauss in concert. They complement each other so well and the band was great!
Rating: 3 out of 5 Set was short and uninspired
by Big Dave on 2023-07-08I’ve been a longtime fan of both Robert and Alison but you could tell they were road weary and just wanted to go through the motions, the set was only just as long as contractually obligated and there was little chemistry between them. Alison Krauss in particular looked like she’d rather be somewhere else most of the time, despite still singing wonderfully. Overall it was a disappointing outing for these two, maybe it’s time to end this interesting experiment and let Robert retire gracefully.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great music not a great venue
by Popy on 2023-07-08Robert Plant and Alyson Krauss make beautiful music together ! The reworked Zeppelin songs got everyone excited and even an old Fairport Song Tam Lin ! Definitely one of the tops shows for 2023. Now for the venue . It was terribly hot the 7 o’clock start time would have been better to start at 8 after the sun went down it was bearable. The location of Budweiser Stage is difficult to get to my Lyft driver was patient but took a long time to get there in gridlocked traffic. Now getting home what a nightmare! The security guards had blocked the drop off area only allowing SLEAZY cab drivers in which is totally Payola ! The aggressiveness of the cab drivers was terrible so I chose to walk to TTC which I had to ask around on how to get to! As for the vendors wanted $8 for a thimble full of ice cream and tax was added onto the price of merchandise which I have never seen before making a $50 T-shirt $56! An enjoyable evening of music but venue conditions were barely tolerable and the sleaze of vendors and cabbies almost ruined our evening but stubborn me refused to get ripped off ! If you’re going to Budweiser Stage be prepared for heat and very expensive vendors !
Rating: 5 out of 5 Best concert of the year!
by DAL on 2023-07-08Awesome show. Such amazing talents producing such an incredible performance!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Plant and Krause-Awesome!
by Tom on 2023-07-08A great show! Robert and Alison sang their hearts out. Their song selection was perfect. A blend of LZ, Page & Plant, originals and other artists. JD McPherson is a great guitarist and did a good job opening, even though he had to go solo.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Venue needs help
by Caravaggio on 2023-07-08The band was spectacular! The venue not so much. Sound needs improvements. The concessions are all over priced, and $35 for parking? I’ll never go see a show there again.