Today, Ani DiFranco announces the 30th Anniversary Reissue of her iconic 1995 album Not a Pretty Girl, available starting November 24th only on Righteous Babe Records.
Ani DiFranco’s 1995 masterwork Not a Pretty Girl was more than just an album - it was a mission statement that defined the DIY ethos for independent artists everywhere. Originally released on Righteous Babe Records, it serves as a fiery declaration that artists can maintain creative autonomy while achieving massive cultural impact.
The blueprint for artist independence that RBR established with this album became a standard for success, trailblazing for contemporary independent musicians and entrepreneurs across genres. Ani's decision to own her work and reject the corporate system - a choice explicitly referenced on the track "The Million You Never Made" - is a resounding victory for artist control that continues to inspire creators. Beyond the business model, the album's core feminist message - foregrounding female anger, complexity, and refusing to be defined by the male gaze - laid crucial groundwork for the dialogues surrounding body positivity and unapologetic identity that pervade contemporary conversations about gender equality. This fierce spirit of independence is the lasting revolutionary legacy of Not a Pretty Girl.
Now for the 30th anniversary, Not a Pretty Girl is back in print on vinyl and cd, reverently repackaged for both formats by Grammy Award winning art director Brian Grunert, showcasing photography of Mark Dellas, and brushstroke flourishes contributed by Ani. Each copy of the vinyl includes a special limited edition art photo print of Ani, a limited number of which will be signed by the Little Folksinger herself.
Members of Ani's Patreon who are subscribed at the "Stay Connected" and "Real World Stuff" levels can learn more about early access and discounts at www.patreon.com/anidifranco.
The onsale date for this reissue is Monday 11/24 at 12:00 PM EST, coinciding with the beginning of our 2025 Annual Sale. This year’s Annual Sale offers up 20% site wide -- including this reissue and gear from all your favorite RBR artists -- and runs through Monday 12/1.
*Orders for NPG will start shipping in early December and will be shipped out by Dec 17th at the latest.
Double Vinyl 30th Anniversary Edition
- New 2025 vinyl remastering
- Heavy stock vertically oriented gatefold w/ soft touch matte finish
- 12-page booklet
- 12" art photo print of Ani shot by Mark Dellas
- 2 standard weight purple translucent vinyl
CD 30th Anniversary Edition
- New 2025 CD remastering
- 4-panel wallet with 24-page booklet