This live album documents a landmark event: Johnny Cash performing for inmates at California's Folsom Prison, turning a risky live broadcast into one of his most iconic and commercially successful records.
- The album was recorded live on January 13, 1968, during a period of personal turmoil and career stagnation for Cash.
- The performance was preceded by a chaotic soundcheck and a delay caused by a fire alarm, adding to the unique atmosphere of the recording.
- "At Folsom Prison" reached number 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart and number 13 on the Billboard 200, reviving Cash's career.
Johnny Cash is a country music legend, best known for his deep baritone voice and his "outlaw" persona. At Folsom Prison was recorded live in 1968, a pivotal moment in his career that revitalized his image and commercial appeal.
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