America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song
Johnny Cash · 1972
32 min · 21 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music
A heartfelt musical journey that intertwines historical narratives with Cash's signature storytelling style.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- short storytelling snippets historical narratives in song engaging journey through history
- Context
- Released in early 1972, 'America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song' came during a prolific period for Johnny Cash, following his commercial resurgence with the acclaimed 'At Folsom Prison' (1968). This album showcased his commitment to American themes and storytelling, reflecting his evolving role as a cultural commentator and folk historian.
- If you like
- blues, rock & roll, traditional folk music
America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song is an album by Johnny Cash, released in 1972. A heartfelt musical journey that intertwines historical narratives with Cash's signature storytelling style. The album stands out for its unique blend of music and spoken word, aiming to celebrate American history through song. It received critical attention for its ambitious concept, emphasizing Cash's influence on the country music genre and his position as a voice for the American experience during a time of social upheaval. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song sound like?
A heartfelt musical journey that intertwines historical narratives with Cash's signature storytelling style. Rooted in blues and rock & roll.
What makes America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song by Johnny Cash notable?
The album stands out for its unique blend of music and spoken word, aiming to celebrate American history through song. It received critical attention for its ambitious concept, emphasizing Cash's influence on the country music genre and his position as a voice for the American experience during a time of social upheaval. Released in early 1972, 'America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song' came during a prolific period for Johnny Cash, following his commercial resurgence with the acclaimed 'At Folsom Prison' (1968). This album showcased his commitment to American themes and storytelling, reflecting his evolving role as a cultural commentator and folk historian.
Who is America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song for?
America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song works well if you're into short storytelling snippets, historical narratives in song and engaging journey through history.
How many songs are on America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song?
America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song has 21 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opening Dialogue 0:07
- 2 Paul Revere 2:33
- 3 Begin West Movement 0:28
- 4 The Road to Kaintuck 1:23
- 5 To the Shining Mountains 0:51
- 6 The Battle of New Orleans Standout 2:21
- 7 Southwestward 0:38
- 8 Remember the Alamo Standout 2:29
- 9 Opening the West 0:34
- 10 Lorena 2:16
- 11 The Gettysburg Address 2:15
- 12 The West 1:24
- 13 Big Foot 2:36
- 14 Like a Young Colt 0:39
- 15 Mister Garfield Standout 3:54
- 16 A Proud Land 0:24
- 17 The Big Battle 3:05
- 18 On Wheels and Wings 0:56
- 19 Come Take a Trip in My Airship 0:39
- 20 Reaching for the Stars 0:42
- 21 These Are My People 2:36
Release Date
January 1, 1972
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
32 min 50 sec
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