The first posthumous Johnny Cash LP arrived 15 years ago with plenty of harsh truths, but ‘A Hundred Highways’ never forgot the simple pleasures either.

A prominent figure in the histories of rap, metal, country, rock and more, Rick Rubin is the premier music producer of our time.

A brief public service message for long-time Bob Dylan collectors: Don’t get rid of your bootlegs.

Johnny Cash’s ‘American Recordings’ arrived 25 years ago today like this shimmering life preserver amid a sea of hat acts.

Issued five years ago today, ‘American VI: Ain’t No Grave’ finds Johnny Cash in the midst of a bracing acceptance of his looming fate.

Call this the Sincerest Form of Flattery Vol. 1, as we begin exploring those times when artists like Johnny Cash found undiscovered qualities in a song.

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On this particular island, there will be sun and sand – but nary an original artist.

A benefit Johnny Cash tribute concert, to be held April 20, 2012 in Austin, Texas, has confirmed appearances set for Willie Nelson and Sheryl Crow. You May Also Like: Johnny Cash’s American VI: Ain’t No Grave was a rustic, spiritual, unbent farewell Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis shared an uncannyRead More