In the Jailhouse Now: Prison Songs & Murder Ballads

Bluegrass shows its dark side in this collection of classic songs about life on the wrong side of the law. These tales of murderers, fugitives and lawbreakers are brought to life by the best classic and contemporary Bluegrass musicians including Mac Wiseman, Robin & Linda Williams, Merle Travis and The Osborne Brothers.

Desperation, fate and deception are the timeless themes behind some of the most memorable songs in the Bluegrass catalog. In the Jailhouse Now continues the great storytelling tradition in country and bluegrass music with dramatic versions of “Folsom Prison Blues” and “Doin’ My Time” along with 17 other classic tunes guaranteed to send chills down your spine.