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ANI DIFRANCO IN CONCERT:

Alt-rock powerhouse and feminist icon Ani DiFranco continues to be a symbol of activism through music, pulling no punches with her socially conscious songwriting more than 20 years after her debut. At her inspiring live shows DiFranco gives it her all, delivering her unfiltered lyrics with a raw emotionalism that perfectly complements her polished guitar playing. From classics like "Shameless" to newer material like "Whose Side Are You On?", DiFranco covers a wide selection of favorites on her latest tour, never failing to have a blast in the process.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Born in Buffalo, NY, DiFranco was a precocious young talent, performing Beatles covers in local bars as early as age nine. Just a few years later she was playing original material in coffee shops, and by age 15 she had moved out of her mother's house to live in her own apartment as an emancipated minor. At age 18 she started her own record company Righteous Records, releasing her self-titled debut album on the label the following year. Over the next two decades DiFranco released a new album nearly every year, touring extensively and earning several Grammy nominations including a Best Contemporary Folk Album nod for 2000's Fellow Workers. Back on the road for her latest tour, the ever-prolific talent will treat fans to never-before-heard material from her upcoming album.

FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:

"Ani Difranco's performance was truly unforgettable. She changed guitars for every song and even changed some of the acoustics for a few songs. Her voice was even better live!"

"She plays so hard and with such precision. It's like watching the Cirque du Soleil, you see it with your own eyes and you still wonder if it's possible. She's so ceaselessly generous and friendly."

"Her vocals and energy are off the charts. She's funny, engaging and smart. We had a great time. A good mix of the old classics and a couple of brand new ones."

Reviews

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 43 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Ani rocked ...again!

    by sDarlin1 on 2009-10-29The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    I saw Ani with my daughter....for the 2nd time! the first was 10 years ago...when my daughter was 7...although I may have jumped the gun abit, she must have had it stick with her because asked me if we could go again this time! We went, we sat and enjoyed her messages of strength and selfdiscovery! Her music, musicians, all was grand! My daughter is now 17 and the message I wanted her to grow up with seems to have seeped into her own being! Task accomplished! We both enjoyed once again! 2 thumbs up! and 3 cheers for a great venue! Thanks to Ani, the promoters and the powers that be!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Ani still has it

    by Kimbar on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    A baby and a marriage later, she may not be as angry but she still knows whats important and she still tells it like it is. As she says, "if your still angry, you're fucking something up"....Stellar lyrics, magnetic voice and brilliant guitar playing all still prevail. Ani still rocks !! .....only complaint was a poor mixing job - way too much kick and bass drowned out rest of the instruments

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Ani Difranco is original and entertaining.

    by musicismyaddiction on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    Ani has great lyrics, fun stories and is very interactive with her audience. The music is original, unique and Ani is very entertaining. Loved the night's music. Would go see her again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    She's Brilliant & We Were Mirrors

    by Artspoken on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    Ani is incredible. It's hard to believe that so much energy & emotion can spill forth from such a small package. I'd read before how her diminutive stature almost seems to accentuate the massive music she plays by contrast, but I'd never really appreciated it until now. I can't believe that it has taken me this long to see her live. There is no question that Ani is a powerhouse and that her music is some of the purest of our generation. There was one false note in the show, however. I had heard about "November 5th" and was quite excited to hear it for the first time live but I have to say that it didn't live up to the rest of her music. Like many anthems, it was a bit forced and lacked Ani's usual depth - both lyrically and musically. If I had to hazard a guess, I'd imagine that the message is perhaps a bit too dear to her intellectually for her to have allowed herself to approach it with the same grit that she normally pours into her music. This is a shame, because I couldn't support the message more. With that one quibble set aside, Ani's performance was everything I could have hoped for. The numerous cries of "I love you Ani" coming from the audience were well justified.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Ani is the Goddess!!

    by Chveya on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    Ani rocks so much! She played so much new stuff and it is great. Usually you want to hear stuff you know, but with Ani's music the stuff we had never heard was a sgood as all the old favoriites! I love her!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Difranco's got another one

    by Bibizzy on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    "Everytime I open my mouth, I take off my clothes".....enough said. Amazing show!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Difranco - back in top form

    by zedoe on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    Marriage and motherhood seem to suit Difranco. Her melodic and rhythmic music is back, full force. Her high-energy sound was missed by this listener when she departed into jazz tones, abstract lyrics and the use of sub-par back-up musicians. Great to see her back in top form with musicians behind her that can keep up but not compete for the spotlight.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Ani mixes up the magic

    by JAIAquarian on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    Ani Difranco does not disappoint. After waiting thirteen years since first purchasing an Ani album i was pretty excited about the show this past Tuesday night. Having introduced her to dozens of friends over the years, it was my particular pleasure to go see her live for the first time myself. She played a magical set, with a selection of songs spread from throughout her prolific career. Backed by three male players and boasting a sweet-souled, nymph called Anais Mitchell from the Righteous Babe stable of solid musicians to open the set, Ani held the stage powerfully. Mixing some of her self-deprecating humour with a set guaranteed to please old and new fans alike. She played Fuel, Your Next Bold Move, You Had Time and took requests, including asking me to repeat mine and then satisfying me to no end with her solo rendition of Garden of Simple, a few songs after her band left the stage and she astounded and rocked the mostly female audience with her anthem to failed relationships, Gravel. Though there were plenty of songs i did not know, her powerful lyrical twists and personal revelations keep astounding, twenty years into her career. A charismatic presence, she seemed perfectly comfortable in her functional cargo pants and sleeveless tee. Rocking out with energetic flourishes of her guitar, Ani moved effortlessly between the mic and built the energy with her sidemen like the seasoned performer she is. Please go see this tour, it will not disappoint.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Ani Difranco kicked ass!!!

    by Queer123 on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    Ani is growing musically & what a show!!! She is one of the best guitar players around!! Her lyrics mean something and she is very real. She isn't as hardcore as she used to be, but this is a sign of her happiness & maturity! YAY Ani!!! She will always "have it"!!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Ani was Amazing !

    by happier2 on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    first time seeing Ani live and she was Amazing ! that girl has an powerful command on stage and is one talented woman. she and her band are tight; the sound was perfect; loud enough so I heard it with every cell of my being. her lyrics are profound, true and magical. thank you Ani for blessing us with your presence.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by vtia on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    Ani truly puts her heart and soul into her lyrics, music and performances. To bare witness to that raw power makes Ani performances a must see. She is loved and she loves, which is obvious by everyone in attendance.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Fantastic Ani!

    by Blackmanmisunderstood on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    She know how to play a guitar, in fact she owns the stage with her guitar,and her voice. Her band was great. It was a show to be remembered.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 2009-10-28The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts - Vancouver

    One of the most amazing shows I have seen in years!!