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The band Venom Prison discussing life, music and touring.

A leading historian argues that Johnny Cash was the most important political artist of his time Johnny Cash was an American icon, known for his level, bass-baritone voice and somber demeanor, and for huge hits like “Ring of Fire” and “I Walk the Line.” But he was also the most prominent...

Welcome to Song Profiles. In This episode, we take a look at: Christmas in Prison John Prine's Enduring Ballad of Hope and Isolation When iconic singer-songwriter John Prine penned the bittersweet classic “Christmas in Prison” for his 1973 album Sweet Revenge, he was still years away from stardom. But the melancholy holiday ballad struck an emotional chord with listeners that made it an enduring fan favorite across his storied catalog. Beyond just conveying the grief and isolation of incarceration, it evolved into an anthem speaking to the resilient human spirit finding fellowship and hope...