Johnny Cash - Ain't No Grave

Johnny Cash was one of the most imposing and influential figures in post-World War II country music. With his deep, resonant baritone and spare, percussive guitar, he had a basic, distinctive sound.

Health problems plagued Cash throughout the '90s and into the 2000s, but he continued to record with Rubin; their fourth collaboration, American IV: The Man Comes Around, was released in late 2002. The following year, the Mark Romanek-directed video for his cover of Nine Inch Nails' "Hurt" garnered considerable acclaim and media attention, culminating in an unexpected nomination for video of the year at the MTV Video Music Awards. Not long after the video sparked numerous stories, his beloved wife June Carter Cash died on May 15, 2003, of complications following heart surgery. Four months later, Johnny died of complications from diabetes in Nashville, TN. He was 71.

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Five months later, the compilation Legend of Johnny Cash became a Top Ten hit. In 2006 Lost Highway released the next-to-last installment of Cash's legendary "American" recordings, American V: A Hundred Highways, from the late singer's last sessions with collaborator Rick Rubin. American VI: Ain't No Grave is the final installment in the collaboration between Cash and Rick Rubin, Released for the occasion of Johnny Cash's 78th birthday, that began with 1994’s American Recordings. These ten songs were cut during the same sessions for American V: A Hundred Highways. Guitarists Mike Campbell, Matt Sweeney, Smokey Hormel, and Benmont Tench on keyboards were present, as were other musicians. The song selection is rooted in the Americana, folk, country, and gospel traditions. Ain't No Grave would be the last album released under Cash’s name. It is not only a compelling contribution to his legacy, but an offering that closes the historic American Recordings series with the same stamp of quality that began it.

Todays tune "Ain't No Grave" is taken from "American VI: Ain't No Grave", released February 23, 2010.



Cash didn't sound like Nashville, nor did he sound like honky tonk or rock & roll.

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The Jayhawks - Blue

Friday, the fifth day, now the doors are opened and the festival is under way. Tonight, my plan was to checking out Thåström, a guy who I've seen dozens of times and it is certainly as good as any and of course todays headliner Prince.

The day started with lots of work, as usual when it's festival. So there is clearly much calmer in the morning, now that most work is done. But i had a few mins over and got some time to see Christian Kjellvander and holy moses, he rocked. Last time I did him he was quite sentimental and slightly withdrawn, now he rocked. I got in a little Neil Young vibe here and there ... good as hell. Also cast an eye on "The Avett Brothers," which sounded ok. Missed, however, mostly, until it was time for Robyn, could not see her, but heard. Thåström stepped in after her and I was in heaven ... then it was time for Prince, who made a surprisingly good appearance, drew slightly over time "cough" by 45 minutes to an official end time that was set at midnight.

Here is some pictures from today!

 The Avett Brothers

 Christian Kjellvander

Backstage Area on Flamingo

The Jayhawks are one of the few bands that can properly be called indispensable. 2011 they will be necessary for several reasons - new album, much of the past production and re-released long-awaited tour with the original, very strong composition, led by Mark Olson and Gary Louris. When the two sing together, we hear the definition of soul and spirit.

Where else americana too often sounds like someone nuts in front of a gray mirror has Jayhawks since its inception has had a firm grip on the essence of all American music - equally starry delight as stinging melancholy. That they are a band so far beyond the ordinary that not even remotely the buses go there is clear by the unconditional love they enjoy from both fans, critics and fellow artists. Side projects and solo outings have all been memorable but there is only one The Jayhawks, and that is what will this summer evening to play for you. With seven discs, all aces, on hand - from the debut album, via the classic Hollywood Town Hall, Tomorrow the Green Grass and Smile at the latest, brilliant Rainy Day Music - they have a treasure chest of songs to draw on. In the 2000s, they have proven that they do not recognize some limitations - The Jayhawks have with integrity intact delivered raw rock, lullabies, bubblegum pop and psychedelia but always stood head and shoulders above others that have come to the timeless musical expression. When they arrive at the Way Out West, they are loaded with material from throughout his 25-year career and nyhungriga with fresh songs. On stage 2011, the Jayhawks a feather-light and strong raw live band that has brought several choruses and harmonies more than a score of smaller bands. Then it was summer this year too - exclusively for Way Out West.

The Jayhawks are playing at the Flamingo, Saturday 15:30



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16 Horsepower - Clogger

A new day and it's Tuesday, it has been a day full of activities, job wise. Something that is perfect on a day when there is a little hustle and bustle, is 16 Horsepower, with their alternative country rock, make you swing a little extra between all movements.

Todays tune ”Clogger” is taken from the bands third full-length studio album "Secret South". Released in 2000, the album marked a distinct change in direction compared to previous efforts as it focuses more on storytelling over a more laid back soundscape. Enjoy!



Blue-Highways
The Ultimate Americana Music Fest
Vredenburg, Utrecht (NL), 18 March 2000

Starting in the late afternoon 15 Americana bands performed in the two auditoriums of the Vredenburg Music Centre.

16 Horsepower was one of those bands, but didn't seem to fit in with all other country and hillbilly (Ben:"... for weddings and parties.") music. Could that also be read on David's face? After Black Soul Choir, David was the first one to leave the stage. He didn't feel like playing Strong Man.

Listen to a ”Clogger” Live @ Blue-Highways, 18 March 2000
broadcast on KRO Dutch Radio 3 (Leidsekade Live) on March 25th

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16 Horsepower - Black Soul Choir

After a hard time and I mean musically, it feels really really nice to play some different stuff, like 16 Horsepower, with their alternative country rock, makes one think of other things. Right now I have some big financial decisions to take, I need to buy a new PC and soon, a new TV. On television market today, its a whole jungle of models and types, LCD, LED, Plasma, how will this end and what the hell should I choose, that is the big question, i have no idea. The computer's choice was quite simple, it will be as before a new or newer Mac. Enough of this ....

16 Horsepower are a Denver-based alternative country band revolving around the unique songwriting and singing of David Eugene Edwards. The band also consisted of Jean-Yves Tola and Pascal Humbert (formerly of the band Passion Fodder).

 The band made its name with their country-rock and the serious in tone in the lyrics. After releasing four studio albums and touring extensively, the band broke up in 2005. The members remain active in the groups Woven Hand and Lilium.

Yours Truly, a 25-track retrospective that featured a collection of 12 “popular favorites,” all of which were chosen by fans via an online survey, as well as a second disc that included 13 B-sides and rarities, was released in January 2011.

Todays tune "Black Soul Choir" is taken the first full-length studio album "Sackcloth 'n' Ashes". It was released in 1996.



Pinkpop-pressconference Paradiso, Amsterdam, 14 March 2000

They performed an accoustic set of three songs which were broadcast on radio, the songs was:
Flowers in my heart
'Cept you
Black Soul Choir

A shy voilin could be heard in the background of the tune Black Soul Choir, the violin is been played by Elin Palmer. And you can hear her on Black Soul Choir (from the pressconference).

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