The legendary live version of "Folsom Prison Blues" - recorded at the very prison that inspired it - was released as a single on this day in 1968. It had always been a staple of Cash's live sets, as this 1971 performance in Denmark attests. Listen: https://JohnnyCash.lnk.to/FolsomPrisonBluesLiveFA!20190401 | Johnny Cash

On January 13, 1968, Johnny Cash performed two historic concerts at Folsom State Prison, recording the legendary live album At Folsom Prison, which revitalized his career and featured inmate-written songs, raw energy, and hits like "Folsom Prison Blues". Key Details: Date: January 13, 1968. Location: Folsom State Prison, California. Performers: Johnny Cash, June Carter, Carl Perkins, and the Statler Brothers. Significance: The concerts humanized prisoners, revitalized Cash's career amidst person