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Folsom Untold: The Strange True Story of Johnny Cash's Greatest Album

By: Danny Robins
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Please note: contains strong language and adult content.

This is the story of one of the greatest records ever made - Johnny Cash At Folsom Prison - and its shocking and tragic aftermath. Join award-winning journalist Danny Robins on the 50th anniversary of the album as he takes you on a road trip back to 1968, a pivotal year in US history, to investigate the dramatic and unlikely friendship between Johnny Cash, American icon, and Glen Sherley, armed robber and Folsom inmate; and how that friendship was violently torn apart.

This five-part series features narration, interviews, and dramatic reconstruction to explore aspects of the story that have, until now, not been widely known.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 1: Dead Man Walking

    Ep. 1: Dead Man Walking
    Dec 13 2018

    It's January 1968. Johnny Cash's once successful career is on a downward spiral. He hatches a crazy plan to record a live album at the infamous Folsom Prison in California.

    His label, Columbia Records, is totally opposed – his only hope is maverick producer Bob Johnston. Both their careers are on the line.
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    24 mins
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  • Ep. 2: The Tape

    Ep. 2: The Tape
    Dec 13 2018

    On the eve of the biggest gig of his life, Johnny discovers a song smuggled out of Folsom Prison, written by inmate Glen Sherley - a violent armed robber. As the concert kicks off, Johnny's decision to perform Glen's song - Greystone Chapel - will change both men's lives forever.
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    29 mins
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  • Ep. 3: Release Date

    Ep. 3: Release Date
    Dec 13 2018

    Despite Columbia Records' bleak expectations, At Folsom climbs the charts, as the growing underground scene adopts Cash as a counter-culture icon.

    But, this is 1968 – a year of protest, assassination and seismic political change. As the nation slides into turmoil and anger, At Folsom is under threat. Johnny keeps a promise, hatching a plan to get Glen Sherley released.
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    26 mins
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I absolutely loved this audio series. I wish it was longer! More like this please!

Brilliant!

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interesting listen, would recommend to any cash fan, more words to find five words to finish

interesting

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This is a an amazing story to listen to. Giving an idea of what happened at the time

Amazing story

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learnt some unknown facts that were quite amusing and gave some more insight into Cash and the album itself. didn't always appreciate the over-enthusiastic voice of the narrator. still good to listen to.

some interesting content

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Fascinating story about Johnny Cash and his friendship with inmate Glen Sherley through the album. The narration is excellent, honest and gripping.

A Very Interesting Story about the Classic Album.

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