Recorded in Rick Rubin's Hollywood home studio, this album features Cash performing new songs and covers with just his acoustic guitar. It heralded a late-career renaissance for the artist.
- The album was the first release on the American Recordings label, founded by producer Rick Rubin. It reached number 133 on the Billboard 200 chart. The song "Delia's Gone" was released as a single from the album.
- Cash's performance on this album was critically acclaimed, earning him a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary Folk Album. It also saw him cover songs by artists like Tom Waits and Nick Lowe.
- The album's stark, intimate production style and Cash's raw vocal delivery were a departure from his previous work. It brought his music to a new generation of fans.
Johnny Cash is a country music legend, known for his deep baritone voice and his impact on the genre. This album marked his return to recording after a period of health issues and professional uncertainty.
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