The Legend of Johnny Cash Vol. II
Johnny Cash · 2006
58 min · 20 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music
A heartfelt collection of timeless narratives wrapped in Cash's deep, resonant voice and simple yet poignant instrumentation.
Why this album works
This album serves as a testament to Cash's influence, featuring songs that have shaped the landscape of country and rock music. It reached notable chart positions and was part of a larger resurgence in interest towards traditional American music, particularly after Cash's acclaimed 'American Recordings' series.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt narratives of everyday life consistent flow for easy listening
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'The Legend of Johnny Cash Vol. II' arrived shortly before Cash's posthumous recognition as a cultural icon following his death in 2003. This compilation showcased his enduring impact on country music, compiling classic tracks from his storied career while solidifying his legacy amidst the rise of Americana.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Waylon Jennings· Willie Nelson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 There You Go 2:18
- 2 Home of the Blues 2:40
- 3 Ballad of a Teenage Queen 2:12
- 4 The Ways of a Woman in Love 2:15
- 5 I Still Miss Someone Standout 2:36
- 6 Don't Take Your Guns to Town Standout 3:04
- 7 The Long Black Veil Standout 3:07
- 8 The Ballad of Ira Hayes 4:09
- 9 It Ain't Me Babe 3:04
- 10 Girl From the North Country 3:42
- 11 Daddy Sang Bass 2:21
- 12 Flesh and Blood 2:37
- 13 The Night Hank Williams Came to Town 3:24
- 14 That Old Wheel 2:52
- 15 The Beast in Me 2:46
- 16 Unchained 2:51
- 17 I Won't Back Down 2:08
- 18 I Hung My Head 3:53
- 19 Bird on a Wire (live with orchestra) 4:10
- 20 In the Sweet By and By 2:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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