Don White's latest album, Prison Song Overtime, is a powerful and thought-provoking work that explores the complexities of life behind bars. From the haunting title track to the tender ballad "Letters from Home," White's lyrics and melodies capture the emotions and experiences of inmates and their loved ones with sensitivity and insight.
The album's standout track, "The Warden's Daughter," is a clever and catchy tune that tells the story of a prisoner's ill-fated romance with the warden's daughter. White's playful lyrics and upbeat guitar riffs give the song a lively energy, even as it touches on the darker themes of incarceration and forbidden love.
Throughout Prison Song Overtime, White's vocals are warm and expressive, conveying a range of emotions from despair and longing to hope and resilience. His acoustic guitar accompaniment is simple yet effective, providing a backdrop that allows the lyrics to shine.