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Over the last fifteen years, the politically outspoken Ani DiFranco has made a name for herself as a fiercely independant artist. She's created a large cult audience that have followed her every move. Through everything, she's received rave reviews for her music including a Grammy award (2003's "Evolve"). Her poetry and her melodies have always stood beyond the test of time despite little radio airplay. This folk-rock artist has often experimented with other genres with her signature sound: punk, funk, jazz, blues, and others. She's never recorded anything below her top potential. Therefore, she's maintained the respect as an artist and as a person. This has influenced many artists who have come after her (Pink, Dar Williams). In 2005, she changed some traditions with her album "Knuckles Down". Surprisingly, she hired a producer, Joe Henry, to assist in her music. This collaboration resulted in a more folk-pop sound with quality that continues her run as a phenomenal artist. This album shows a more mellow side of Ani. Yet, she never loses her signature musical edge. The melodies and the rhythms flow greatly through the instruments, namely her guitar. The various instrumental line-up keeps this album interesting; yet, the album flows smoothly. Her poetry continues expressing her deep thoughts. This album expresses more of her recent personal turbulances in a less outspoken fashion. Despite, her artistic stance never loses itself. Such quality shows great artistic evolution that makes this album shine. This allows her performances to remain expressive. As always, her musical talents give her music the heart and soul it deserves. Her performances show her poetic side greatly. Her expressed sadness never loses its emotion. This album shows a more mature side that has never been heard previously. Her passion leaves listeners in a trance. In every song, she slides her listeners to a deeper sense of her theme. Her indistinguishable performances leave a longlasting impact on everybody. All her songs stand out in the modern folk industry. Through the dying mainstream music, Ani DiFranco always prevails. Her music defines true music. "Knuckle Down" is no exception. This album is a great escape from the often-selling-out mainstream music heard too often on the radio. She has never sold out. She remains true to herself and everyone else. Therefore, this album is sure to please new and old fans. |
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