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Chicago 9.22.07
Folk · 2009

Chicago 9.22.07

Ani DiFranco

A raw, percussive live document capturing DiFranco's singular acoustic power. Stripped-back, politically charged, and deeply conversational.

December 1, 2009 · Righteous Babe Records

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This live recording from Chicago captures Ani DiFranco at a point of seasoned mastery, where her guitar is no longer just an instrument but a percussive engine. The sound is dry and immediate, making you feel as though you are leaning against the stage of a packed, attentive club. There is a palpable sense of mutual respect between the performer and the audience, characterized by moments of pin-drop silence followed by eruptive, knowing laughter at her sharp-witted stage banter.

Moments Worth Listening For
The rhythmic complexity of the guitar intro on 78% H2O where the strings sound like a drum kit.
The hushed silence of the Chicago crowd during a particularly vulnerable spoken-word bridge.
The explosive applause following a biting piece of political commentary that still feels relevant.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Chicago 9.22.07 sound next to the rest of Ani DiFranco's catalogue?

Basement Show+3.6σ

Basement Show saturates this record far more than the artist's norm.

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