Robert & Alison-Raising Sand

What is interesting is that noone has mentioned that T-Bone produced two other what I would call "Americana" efforts - O Brother and Cold Mountain. Both of these are favorites of mine and my guess is his work with Alison on these set the stage for Raising Sand. I love Raising Sand although I will admit there are a couple clunkers and the pace is slooooow. I find the production effort similar to ELH's Wrecking Ball in that the better your system the better it sounds. Hopefully someone will report on their concerts in Louisville, etc.

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!