Prison Prophets

Prison Prophets provides a powerful connection to incarcerated artists via interviews and original music. We take the listener inside the prison, where we hear the stories of 25 incarcerated men, many in their 50s and 60s. These voices have never been heard by the public, nor has the music, which was created for an album addressing mass incarceration. We hear each man talk about his first memory of music, and speak or sing lyrics that are lifelines keeping spirits alive even when many have no hope of parole. These interviews and songs testify to the healing power of music, dismantle prejudices many may hold about those who are locked up, and foster awareness of our common humanity.