Musician, artist and activist John Mellencamp, who has a career spanning more than 40 years, releases his 25th full studio album, "Orpheus Descending," through Republic Records. It was recorded in his own Belmont Mall studio and produced by Mellencamp. The album is one of the most personal the outspoken artist has released to date. He continues to show that he is one of the best songwriters of his generation, focusing on social issues with standout songs "Hey God" and "The Eyes of Portland."