January 13, 1968: Johnny Cash records At Folsom Prison

After his 1955 song "Folsom Prison Blues", Cash had been interested in recording a performance at a prison. His idea was put on hold until January 13, 1968, when, backed by June Carter, Carl Perkins and the Tennessee Three, Cash performed two shows at Folsom State Prison in California. The now legendary album, At Folsom Prison, was a hit, reaching #1 on the country charts and the top 15 of the national album chart. We're featuring the music of the Man in Black on these channels.