Episode 16: Johnny Cash

In this episode of pplpod, we take a deep dive into the life and career of Johnny Cash, one of the most iconic voices in American music. From his humble beginnings in Arkansas to his rise with Sun Records, Cash became a legend through songs that captured the struggles, faith, and spirit of ordinary people.

We trace his journey through early rockabilly, outlaw country, and his powerful late-career resurgence, exploring his battles with addiction, his redemption through love and faith, and his lasting impact on generations of musicians and fans. More than a country star, Johnny Cash was a storyteller whose music transcended genre and time.

Keywords: Johnny Cash, Man in Black, Sun Records, country music, rockabilly, outlaw country, June Carter, Folsom Prison Blues, Ring of Fire, American music history, influential musicians.