Walk the line with us as we take a look at an icon who's
considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th
Century….None other than the Johnny Cash. Let's think before Bob
Dylan and Bono, Cash was un-arguably one of the most unforgettable
musicians of our time. Known as the "Man in Black" for his minimal
style and his enigma stage presence, join us as we remember and
celebrate good ol' Johnny's birthday!
Johnny Cash was born on 26th February 1932 in Kingsland,
Arkansas. Cash was surrounded in a musical environment whilst
growing up, mesmerized by the country and gospel music and his
mother's singing and guitar playing this is where his obsession
with music started. After Cash's stint in the military, he moved to
Memphis to pursue his music career. Years later in 1954, he signed
over to Sun Records. Cash was well known for his prison activism,
he played a series of prison concerts, most famously his live album
recording at Folsom prison. This album is widely regarded was is
defining album of the 60's. Johnny's style and
stage aura is something he'll be remembered for.
Cash was always able to identify with prisoners. Only he could
perform to a crowd of violent inmates and sing about themes of
redemption and love without fear or intimidation. Black is a key
trademark of Cash's style that made him into a style icon. Wearing
black tailored
suits and leather
coats, his style played a key part to his songs and brooding
stage presence. This minimalistic black look were a representation
of his poignant and sombre approach to his songs and subsequently
dubbed him as the "Man in Black". Let Johnny's memory live on
emulate look by shopping his style at ROKIT!