Johnny Cash

Born: Kingsland, AR, 1932

Years Active: 1959-2003

Member of: Johnny Cash & the Tennessee Two

Influenced by: Carl Smith, The Carter Family, Hank Snow, Ernest Tubb, Tex Ritter, Hank Williams

Genre: Country

Biography: Johnny Cash was one of the most imposing and influential figures in post-World War II country music. With his deep, resonant ...

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Oct 06 2008 10:00AM by Robin Rothman

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 Spinner.com: Though hours from the site of the historic music festival, Woodstock, NY has long been considered synonymous with music. To that end, it's fitting that the Woodstock Film Festival would honor its location's reputation. The 9th annual fest, which took...Read more

 
Sep 26 2008 12:00PM by Stephen L. Betts

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The Boot: While other country stars throughout the 1950s and in subsequent decades were draping themselves in rhinestone-studded suits, Johnny Cash was pretty much sticking to basic black. The signature color of the iconic Cash will be well-represented in a... Read more

 
Aug 13 2008 12:00PM by Beville Darden

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The Boot: A box set featuring live recordings from Johnny Cash's famous Folsom State Prison concerts is set for release October 14. The three-disc CD/DVD set will include the entire first and second concerts, including the previously unreleased tracks 'Blue... Read more

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