Last week, we hosted one of the most inspiring Dispatches yet: a virtual listening party for the release of the San Quentin Mixtape featuring leaders from across the music industry and justice reform movement. 

You have to listen to this album, John! The stories of these young men will move your soul and your body. And now, they’re available on all major streaming platforms. 

Here’s what listeners have to say about the tracks:

Gave me chills… it’s like an exquisite flower that’s pushed its way out through a crack in the concrete – and has bloomed in spite of all the adversity. – Laurie L.

This is real Hip Hop – Tem B.

Love the beat – Adam G.

Thank you for such a powerful message through this music...I needed this today. – Zaria D.

The album was produced by Grammy-nominated artist David Jassy, while he was serving a 15-to-life sentence in San Quentin. 

Two months ago, Jassy was granted a commutation by California Governor Gavin Newsom and released to his home country of Sweden. He was in tears as he witnessed the release of this album drop from the outside – not just because of joy, but also from sadness. 

Many of the men who worked on this project are still behind bars. But today, their voices resonate well beyond prison walls. We hope that you’ll give them a listen. 

The San Quentin Mixtape is available on all major streaming platforms. Find it on your preferred platform here.

In solidarity,
the Dream Corps #cut50 team

PS: The young men behind this music hope their words will help others avoid making the same mistakes they did. You can help them reach more people by sharing this album on Twitter and on Facebook.