Come July when Ani’s tour truck is being packed with the usual assortment of guitars and monitors the crew will be adding something to the truck that hasn’t been there since 2002…a drum kit. That’s right, drummer Allison Miller has just joined the touring family and will be providing rhythm for Ani and upright bassist Todd Sickafoose. Chosen as "Rising Star Drummer" in Downbeat's 53rd Annual Critics Poll, Allison has lent her talents to a long list of great musicians including Natalie Merchant, Erin McKeown, Melissa Ferrick, and Toshi Reagon. Check out the latest tour date information (including the just added Santa Cruz performance on July 16) on the Righteous Babe tour page!