Raise the Roof
Robert Plant · 2021
53 min · 12 tracks · folk rock
A rich tapestry of blues-inflected melodies interwoven with Plant's signature vocal textures and a sense of reflective nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Quattro (World Drifts In) — This opening track sets a reflective tone for the album, blending rich instrumentation with lyrics that evoke a sense of longing and connection.
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Searching for My Love — The heartfelt delivery and soulful arrangement highlight the emotional depth of both artists, encapsulating themes of love and loss.
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Can’t Let Go — This track stands out for its bluesy groove and Plant's powerful vocals, showcasing his ability to convey deep emotion through music.
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High and Lonesome — With its haunting melody and poignant lyrics, this song captures the essence of loneliness that permeates the album while showcasing Krauss's harmonies beautifully.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and craftsmanship but remains within familiar stylistic boundaries.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate traditional folk instrumentation, such as acoustic guitar and mandolin, which adds to the rootsy feel of the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- nostalgic melodies for quiet evenings
- rich instrumentation for detailed listening
- soulful tunes during solitary drives
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in late 2021, Raise the Roof marks Robert Plant's collaboration with Alison Krauss, following their Grammy-winning album Raising Sand from 2007. This album showcases Plant's continued exploration of roots music and his ability to blend genres, further solidifying his status as a versatile artist in his later career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jimmy Page· David Coverdale· Chris Robinson
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Somebody Was Watching Over Me
The narrative shifts from introspection to gratitude, reflecting on unseen guidance during challenging times.
This shift adds a layer of hopefulness to an otherwise melancholic theme, transforming personal struggle into a collective experience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Quattro (World Drifts In) 4:34
- 2 The Price of Love 4:51
- 3 Go Your Way 5:07
- 4 Trouble With My Lover 4:04
- 5 Searching for My Love 4:03
- 6 Can’t Let Go 3:41
- 7 It Don’t Bother Me 5:07
- 8 You Led Me to the Wrong 4:18
- 9 Last Kind Words Blues 4:07
- 10 High and Lonesome 4:34
- 11 Going Where the Lonely Go 4:10
- 12 Somebody Was Watching Over Me 5:03
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