Alison Krauss Quiet on Second Duo Album with Robert Plant
July 24, 2009 – It’s hard to tell where Alison Krauss and Robert Plant are at on their next studio album. In typical fashion he isn’t talking but Krauss has given a few hints on their follow up to “Raising Sand” which won some Grammy’s and sold 2.5 million copies.

Again, it’s produced by T-Bone Burnett and according to Krauss, "Will be different, as if we hadn't made the first" she said, "I love being in the world of the unknown.”

Last January Krauss said that the project was in the pre-production phase.

Meanwhile Krauss is also recording an album with her band Union Station. – by John Rohn

More Proof That Zeppelin is Dead - Plant & Krauss Record Again
Feb. 15, 2009 – Led Zeppelin may not have plans for a reunion anytime soon but we are set to hear more from Robert Plant and Alison Krauss. The pair who just won 5 Grammy Awards for their album ‘Raising Sand’ have just entered the studio to record a follow up.

Ken Irwin of Rounder Records says, "Alison and Robert have been in the studio for about two weeks and although we haven't heard any of the music, we've been hearing good things from the musicians.”

T Bone Burnett who joined the pair on stage at the Grammy’s is back as musical director and producer. Word is he will again tour the pair possibly in 2010.

Irwin says, "We set our release dates when we get all the pieces in place and at this point, we don't have any yet.” Rumor has the album coming out late this year or early next.

Robert Plant & Alison Krauss Get 5 Grammy’s
February 9, 2009 – You could say all the Led Zeppelin reunion buzz didn’t hurt Robert Plant last night. The singer left the Grammy stage for the last time last night with 5 trophies in hand for his duo album with Alison Krauss. Their ‘Raising Sand’ album won for ‘Album,’ ‘Pop Collaboration with Vocals,’ ‘Country Collaboration,’ ‘Best Contemporary Folk/Americana album’ and their tune ‘Please Read the Letter’ won for ‘Best Record.’

Interestingly, Plant won two previous Grammy’s before the ceremony but never as a member of Zeppelin.

The evening started with a performance by U2 whick clearly seemed lip-synched but unlike her crappy pre-taped Super Bowl anthem Jennifer Hudson brought many fans to tears and appeared to sing live. The Oscar winning actress also won her first ever Grammy for ‘Best R&B Album.’ "I want to thank my family in heaven and those who are with me today," said Hudson, and accepting the award from Whitney Houston who seemed to have a learning disability. When taking the stage Houston’s voice sounded rough and the singer had problems putting her thoughts together.

Just before the show rumours flew like firecrackers that Chris Brown had assaulted girlfriend Rihanna. No one seemed to know for sure if Brown was in custody but by shows end most of the ugly rumours were confirmed with charges against the singer.

Performances by Paul McCartney with Foo Fighters Dave Grohl on drums scored high points while Justine Timberlake’s lack of musical prowess was mostly embarrassing while singing next to Al Green. The stinky factor was pale in comparison to Stevie Wonder sharing the stage with the Jonas Brothers – What was he thinking?

Rapper Lil Wayne won four Grammys, Duffy won a Grammy for ‘Best Pop Vocal Album’ for ‘Rockferry.’

Coldplay won three Grammy’s while Joe Satriani was probably punching the wall. He is seeking legal action for plaigerism against the band. Coldplay’s ‘Viv La Vida’ was a huge hit last year.

English singer Adele saved us all from the Jonas Brothers being named ‘Best New Artist’ she graciously accepted the award. – by Kari Graham

Where’s My Teeth – The Grammys - All Live? My Ass!
February 15, 2009 – Just because someone tells you something doesn’t make it true. We’ve learned that, right? It’s especially true on TV. I remember Kelsey Grammer laughing at his own network, NBC, in 2004 as both his series, ‘Fraiser,’ and ‘Friends’ were winding down with big finales. The peacock network were proclaiming Friends as, "the best comedy ever," to which Grammer said, "I don't blame them for saying that, although we all know it's not true." Sure, ‘Friends’ was at the top alright, but only for people whose Chia pets talked back. Really, it’s all smoke and mirrors. TV has become a habitual liar. If Rob Blagojevich divorced the toaster and Casey Anthony was too busy rotting in hell, he could marry his TV – after all ‘like attracts like’ and you gotta watch what you stick in a toaster.

TV tried to make us believe that Beyonce actually washed her hair with L’oreal. Does she even touch her own hair? A couple of weeks ago I thought Jennifer Hudson, the nice comeback kid that she is was telling the truth. She, in a side-winding way, lied about singing the national anthem at the Super Bowl. Maybe she justified it since everyone else lied as well. More