Legacy of Ani DiFranco
Artists and genres Ani DiFranco directly influenced — one hop forward on the family tree of music.
Sharon Van EttenartistSharon Katharine Van Etten is an American singer-songwriter, musician and actress. Originally from New Jersey, and currently based in Los Angeles, Van Etten's music is noted for its indie rock aesthetic and personal lyrical content. In the studio and during live performances, Van Etten is currently accompanied by her backing band, the Attachment Theory, which consists of Devra Hoff, Teeny Lieberson and Jorge Balbi (drums).
Catherine Feenyartist
Utah PhillipsartistBruce Duncan "Utah" Phillips was an American labor organizer, folk singer, storyteller and poet. He described the struggles of labor unions and the power of direct action, self-identifying as an anarchist. He often promoted the Industrial Workers of the World in his music, actions, and words.
Andrew Birdartist
Anaïs MitchellartistAnaïs Mitchell is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and playwright. She has released eight studio albums throughout her career, including Hadestown (2010), Young Man in America (2012), Child Ballads (2013), and Anaïs Mitchell (2022).
Nona Hendryxartist
Dan Bernartist
Regina Spektorartist
Jay Brannanartist
Kiran Gandhiartist
Frances QuinlanartistChristine Frances Quinlan is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist and visual artist best known for fronting Philadelphia indie rock band Hop Along.