PART 1: How A Year In Prison Shaped Texas Singer's New Album
Jonny Burke is a Texas singer-songwriter whose new album, 'Behind the Pine Curtain' (available on April 26) snapshots Burke’s time served in Huntsville and other Texas prisons on multiple DUI charges.
Jonny shares with us his experiences of being incarcerated in a way he says he hasn't shared with anyone, and how it shaped not only his music but his outlook on life.
This is such a strong story that we felt compelled to share it in its entirety. It will come out in 2 parts, and this is part 1. Enjoy and stay tuned for Part 2!
"You can’t write a journal while incarcerated. You don’t show your sensitive side in that setting." - Jonny Burke
What is Covered:
What inspired Jonny to write 'Behind the Pine Curtain.'
How Jonny experienced being incarcerated for one year.
The trauma and lessons of being in prison.
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How Jonny got to write songs while incarcerated.
How many prisons he changed?
What a 'transfer unit' is in prison language.
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Jonny's current relationship to drinking.
The story of how Johnny Burke got a guitar to play for prisoners every week.
Resources:
Listen to 'Behind the Pine Curtain'
Jonny Burke's albums on iTunes
Proper Wing
Connect with Jonny Burke:
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