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‘Music From the Big House’ Frees Blues, Soul and Gospel from the Walls of Angola Prison

Standouts include a version of Lead Belly’s hit “Midnight Special” led by filmmaker Rita Chiarelli and an incarcerated band.

Redemption Songs • 07.19.2026

A Timely Remix of ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ Out of a New York Prison

The Capitol riots angered Sing Sing’s Alfred Roberts. He responded with his version of what is widely known as the Black national anthem.

Redemption Songs • 07.05.2026

Ear Hustle’s Antwan Banks Williams Goes Deep on ‘Like Father, Like Son’

Two years after the podcast’s co-creator’s dad died, he used hip-hop to celebrate their bond.

Redemption Songs • 06.21.2026

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