The Life and Career of Alison Krauss

Alison Maria Krauss is an American bluegrass-country singer, songwriter and fiddle player. She was born on July 23rd, 1971 in Decatur, Illinois and began playing the fiddle at the young age of 5. At the age of 14, she won the Walnut Valley Festival Fiddle Championship and then released her first album at the age of 16. Her career would take off from there.

Success and Collaborations

Krauss went on to become one of the most successful bluegrass music singers in history. She has sold over 12 million albums and has won 27 Grammy Awards, making her the most honored female artist in Grammy history. Over her career she has collaborated with some of the biggest names in country music including Robert Plant, Garth Brooks and Dolly Parton.

Latest Albums

Krauss’s latest album “Windy City” was released in 2017. The album consists of cover songs that were originally recorded between 1927 and 1965. The songs were selected by Krauss in order to honor the music of some of her favorite artists including Willie Nelson, Ray Charles and Hank Williams Sr. The album was recorded with Union Station, a band that Krauss has been a part of since 1989.

Legacy

Krauss is one of the most successful bluegrass music singers in history and has been a major influence on many other artists. Her success has made her one of the most important figures in modern country music and she will continue to be remembered as such for years to come.