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According to the scorecard, the story of the 51st annual Grammy Awards was Raising Sand, a collection of country and American roots music from the sweetheart of American bluegrass, Alison Krauss, and an icon of heavy metal, Robert Plant.

Rock giant Robert Plant, who receives the CBE, shot to fame as lead vocalist of Led Zeppelin, as well as carving out a successful solo career.

Rock giant Robert Plant, who receives the CBE, shot to fame as lead vocalist of Led Zeppelin, as well as carving out a successful solo career.