Johnny Cash’s recording of “Folsom Prison Blues” made his stop at said prison a pretty memorable one. In fact, it’s one of the most well-known performances from any musical act … well … ever. But it wasn’t the Man in Black’s only jail cell stop. His next stop at San Quentin Prison proved more raw and rockin’. Sonic Editions has combed through the ITV Archives to dig up these never-before-seen photos of Johnny Cash’s performance. So crank the live recording, and check some of these shots out.
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