Jim White narrated the 2004 film "Searching for the Wrong-Eyed Jesus," an insightful peek at the often dark place where music and religion meet in the rural South. But the title here is meant to describe his recent bouts with contentment, and opener "A Town Called Amen" is a sweet and frothy announcement that White has found some peace of mind after a long spell of conflict. With accompaniment as varied as vocals from Ollabelle and Brazilian percussion from Mauro Refosco, White still keeps us off balance with rich, unpredictable textures ("Diamonds to Coal") that convey lost-in-the-backwoods disorientation ("Counting Numbers in the Air"). He's also a compelling storyteller who uses words and minor chords to empathize with a troubled spirit ("Take Me Away"). But White's new near happiness can't be denied on "Turquoise House," about a man who has found comfort in his nonconformity. â€"Wayne Robins