{"title":"Johnny Cash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Johnny Cash\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJ.R. Cash was born in Kingsland, Arkansas on February 26, 1932 (the initials later became Johnny after he enlisted in the Air Force, which required a name rather than initials). He served in the US Air Force from 1950 to 1954 in West Germany. He signed with Sun Records in 1955 alongside Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis, recording his Sun catalog before moving to Columbia Records in 1958. His landmark prison albums At Folsom Prison (1968) and At San Quentin (1969) became defining commercial successes. He hosted The Johnny Cash Show on ABC from 1969 to 1971. His late-career resurrection with producer Rick Rubin through the American Recordings series (American Recordings, 1994; Unchained, 1996; Solitary Man, 2000; American IV: The Man Comes Around, 2002; A Hundred Highways, 2006; Ain't No Grave, 2010) reestablished his cultural and critical position. He died of complications from diabetes on September 12, 2003 at age 71 - four months after his wife and longtime partner June Carter Cash. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1992), Country Music Hall of Fame (1980), Songwriters Hall of Fame (1977), and Gospel Music Hall of Fame (2010). The Walk the Line (2005) biopic starred Joaquin Phoenix as Cash.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash's sound combines country, country rock, rock and roll, rockabilly, folk, gospel, and Americana with his distinctive deep baritone vocal delivery (the man in black aesthetic), his signature boom-chicka-boom rhythm guitar approach, and lyrical content engaging with American working-class experience, prisons, religion, and personal struggle. His foundational influence on country, rock, and broader American music is widely documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohnny Cash with His Hot and Blue Guitar! (1957, Sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRide This Train (1960, Columbia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlood, Sweat and Tears (1963, Columbia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBitter Tears: Ballads of the American Indian (1964, Columbia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt Folsom Prison (1968, Columbia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt San Quentin (1969, Columbia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMan in Black (1971, Columbia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Recordings (1994, American)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnchained (1996, American)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican IV: The Man Comes Around (2002, American)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican V: A Hundred Highways (2006, American) - posthumous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal Sun and Columbia pressings of the Johnny Cash catalog are foundational items in country, rock, and broader American music collecting. Multiple anniversary editions, audiophile reissues (Mobile Fidelity), and the comprehensive American Recordings reissue programs through Universal Music have been released.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Johnny Cash typically start with At Folsom Prison (1968) or American IV: The Man Comes Around (2002). \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/country-vinyl-records\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"johnny-cash-at-folsom-prison-vinyl","title":"At Folsom Prison LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Man in Black solidified his legend as outlaw country pioneer with his spirited live show as performed for 2,000 prisoners and armed guards in one of California's most notorious penitentiaries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540855795895,"sku":"210000049428","price":27.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3831481-2578754.jpg?v=1781154508"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-with-his-hot-blue-guitar-vinyl","title":"With His Hot \u0026 Blue Guitar LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash with His Hot and Blue Guitar is the debut album of the iconic country singer. 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Released on May 20, 2016, it remains a crucial part of Cash's legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785684660407,"sku":"210000037127","price":13.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3394650.jpg?v=1783045644"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-at-folsom-prison-cd","title":"At Folsom Prison CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash's \"At Folsom Prison\" swings open like a rusted cell door, spilling out the intensity of that 1968 live performance, where the crowd's hunger for redemption crackles in the air. This disc features his iconic renditions, including \"Folsom Prison Blues\" alongside unreleased gems like \"Busted\" and \"Joe Bean.\" Cash's voice echoes through the years, a fierce reminder of country music's gritty roots, unleashed from the confines of history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785688559799,"sku":"210000051951","price":13.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/286263.jpg?v=1783045661"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-with-his-hot-and-blue-guitar-vinyl","title":"With His Hot and Blue Guitar LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash's debut album crashes through the door like a freight train, drenched in the unvarnished truth that carved the path for country music. Featuring essential tracks like \"Folsom Prison Blues\" and \"I Walk the Line,\" this LP represents the fiery spirit of Sun Records' 70th anniversary and forever stamps Cash's indelible mark. Backed by the relentless Tennessee Two, it's a chaotic ride through heartache, rebellion, and raw honesty; you'll want to snatch this vinyl before it fades into obscurity!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785738367159,"sku":"210000074735","price":23.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4132627-2901736.jpg?v=1783045770"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-songwriter-black-vinyl","title":"Songwriter LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash's \"Songwriter LP\" delivers an undeniable heft that only black vinyl commands. His self-penned tracks resonate with stark honesty, especially in the chilling \"Hello Out There\" and \"Drive On.\" Cash's presence looms large, avoiding the pitfall of nostalgia. Here, lifetimes of grit echo in every groove.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785746034871,"sku":"210000090579","price":19.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4336201-3189682.jpg?v=1783045796"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-american-ii-unchained-vinyl","title":"American II: Unchained LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe second Rick Rubin\/Johnny Cash collaboration-- a triumph!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785749934263,"sku":"210000045948","price":30.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/91p0pjfhfel-sl1500.jpg?v=1783045806"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-american-v-a-hundred-highways-vinyl","title":"American V: A Hundred Highways LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash's \"American V: A Hundred Highways\" resonates with deep conviction, reflecting on a life infused with wisdom and experience. Tracks like \"Help Me\" and \"God's Gonna Cut You Down\" deliver sharp storytelling coupled with Cash's weathered voice, forging a direct connection with listeners. Each play strikes a chord, inviting you to confront moments of beauty and despair that linger long after the last note. This LP stands as a vital segment of Cash's enduring legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785754587319,"sku":"210000075285","price":40.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/2525001.jpg?v=1783045815"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-original-sun-sound-of-johnny-cash-clear-vinyl","title":"Original Sun Sound Of Johnny Cash LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash's Original Sun Sound highlights an intriguing shift in his career, oscillating between country tradition and the gritty independence that would define his later work. 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Featuring anthems like \"Ring of Fire\" and the playful duet \"Jackson,\" Cash's deep baritone strikes hard, hitting those truths that linger long after the last note fades. This collection is a direct line to the heart of country music, each track bringing the unvarnished tales of life and love right to your door. Perfect for when you crave a bit of grit with your melodies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785940906167,"sku":"210000049430","price":31.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3831483-2578756.jpg?v=1783046351"},{"product_id":"johnny-cash-bitter-tears-vinyl-180g","title":"Bitter Tears LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohnny Cash's \"Bitter Tears\" boldly unmasks Native American struggles, intricately woven into his signature country sounds. 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