Return to the Promised Land
Johnny Cash · 1992
60 min · 29 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music
A reflective journey through faith and nostalgia, blending storytelling with traditional gospel sounds.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its exploration of gospel themes during a time when Cash's career was experiencing renewed interest. Critics noted its heartfelt sincerity and it contributed to Cash's legacy as a prominent voice in American roots music, influencing subsequent generations of artists exploring similar themes.
- Best for
- reflective journey through storytelling interspersed dialogue and music nostalgic themes of faith
- Context
- By 1992, Johnny Cash was navigating a resurgence after years of fluctuating popularity. 'Return to the Promised Land' followed his acclaimed 'American Recordings' series, showcasing his deep-rooted spirituality amid a changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Waylon Jennings· Willie Nelson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 News Conference 1:00
- 2 Return to the Promised Land Standout 3:02
- 3 Opening Dialogue 0:15
- 4 When I Look 2:57
- 5 Dialogue 0:56
- 6 Over the Next Hill We’ll Be Home 2:09
- 7 Tour Guides / Dialogue 1:18
- 8 Old Rugged Cross 0:58
- 9 Interlude & Monologue 0:35
- 10 I Won’t Have to Cross Jordan Alone Standout 0:47
- 11 Dialogue 0:54
- 12 Far Side Banks of Jordan 2:10
- 13 Monologue 1:04
- 14 Let Me Help You Carry This Weight 2:24
- 15 Dialogue 1:32
- 16 Lord Take These Hands 3:44
- 17 Monologue 1:43
- 18 Fishers of Men 0:48
- 19 Dialogue 1:48
- 20 The Old Gospel Ship 2:25
- 21 What on Earth Will You Do for Heaven’s Sake 2:03
- 22 Interlude & Closing Monologue 1:11
- 23 God’s Hands Standout 2:26
- 24 Instrumental / Return to the Promised Land 1:50
- 25 Hello Out There 2:45
- 26 Like a Soldier (Getting Over the War) 2:48
- 27 Poor Valley Girl 2:15
- 28 Soldier Boy 2:53
- 29 Dialogue (Mother of Johnny Cash) 10:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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