Canon cover

Canon

Ani DiFranco · 2007

141 min · 36 tracks · folk rock

A rich tapestry of folk rock, weaving introspective lyrics with DiFranco's signature acoustic guitar flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • rich acoustic textures to explore
  • for long, thoughtful sessions
  • wave-like ebb and flow

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Canon' was released in 2007, Ani DiFranco had established herself as a prominent voice in the folk rock genre, boasting a discography that included over a dozen albums. This collection marked her first major retrospective, encapsulating nearly a decade and a half of her work since her self-titled debut album in 1990. It also served as a bridge to a new era in her career as she began exploring more expansive themes and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Dar Williams· Tori Amos· Michelle Shocked

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Fire Door 2:58
  • 2 God's Country 2:48
  • 3 You Had Time 5:47
  • 4 Buildings and Bridges 4:02
  • 5 Coming Up 2:30
  • 6 Cradle and All 4:17
  • 7 Shy 4:46
  • 8 32 Flavors 6:07
  • 9 Dilate 4:46
  • 10 Distracted 1:08
  • 11 Gravel 4:13
  • 12 Untouchable Face 3:37
  • 13 Joyful Girl 4:29
  • 14 Little Plastic Castle 4:03
  • 15 Fuel 4:00
  • 16 As Is 4:06
  • 17 Napoleon 4:37
  • 18 Shameless 4:11

Disc 2

  • 1 Hello Birmingham 5:18
  • 2 This Box Contains 0:28
  • 3 Grey 5:10
  • 4 Prison Prism 1:34
  • 5 Marrow 5:18
  • 6 Here for Now 3:06
  • 7 Subdivision 3:45
  • 8 Rain Check 4:00
  • 9 Swim 3:05
  • 10 Paradigm 4:33
  • 11 Manhole 3:44
  • 12 Studying Stones 3:50
  • 13 Hypnotized 4:11
  • 14 78% H2O 3:30
  • 15 Millennium Theater 3:16
  • 16 Your Next Bold Move 4:58
  • 17 Both Hands 3:21
  • 18 Overlap 5:20

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