Ani DiFranco - Living in Clip

The mannered vocal style that has always been the most off-putting element of Ani DiFranco's music is still present on this two-disc live set, but for some reason it doesn't matter anymore. Maybe it's the way you can hear DiFranco using her breaths to accent a rhythm section that's downright merciless with its circling, pulsing, scary grooves. Or maybe it's the way, with an audience screaming, she pours heart and soul into "Unforgettable Face" and the story song "Gravel." Whatever, Living in Clip is the album where DiFranco begins to deserve her hype. And "Amazing Grace," backed by the Buffalo Philharmonic, is where she surpasses it. --David Cantwell Amazon.com essential recording

BEST ANI ALBUM EVER!!!!!

Ani DiFranco is a one-of-a-kind artist. Poet, singer, guitarist, feminist, lable-maker/owner....the list could continue for quite a while. As an avid Ani listener, I have heard EVERY album (even live albums) by her, and I personally find this to be the most raw of them all. I have seen her multiple times live and this is a great representation of her on stage. She is so cute! Please buy this album...it will enrich your life! February 9, 2008

Living in Clip

This album is a must for any Ani DiFranco fan. If you're new to her music, this is a great way to get to know it. This album has a lot of energy! October 1, 2007

Uneven but still a good live work.

I think that this cd is over rated as a stunning live cd...its good but not that fantastic. She does do an amazing rendition of "Amazing Grace". August 31, 2006

AS GOOD AS IT GETS

Nothing much to say more about this double, live album really: great voice, great guitar playing, a lot of passion (from the "urge to rock" to funny stories to "melodramatic" revelations to social cosciousnesses), wonderful band (the outstanding Sara Lee at the bass and Andy Stochansky at the drums), perfect production, beautiful booklet.

The most recommended of her albums (and of all albums of '90ies indeed). August 15, 2006

as intense and deep as u can get!

This is the real thing performed with joy and depth by a
woman who was born do do nothing else.
A superb showcase for Ani's singing,guitar playing,and
overall stage mastery that is not to be missed.On this effort
she is using a crackling,popping backup band that is enjoying the performance along with her.
One of the best live albums you have heard in a long time--
both in musicianship and sound quality.
If you are an established fan of Ms Difranco,this will have you clapping with glee.If you are not---you will be after you
give this one a listen.I fall into the latter catagory.This was my first experience with Ani's music.rest assured it will
not be my last.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! July 16, 2006

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