Program Description:
The special chronicles the remarkable life and career of Johnny Cash, one of the most influential
and enduring figures in American music. Designed for Country, Classic Country, Americana,
Heritage, and Community radio stations, the documentary offers listeners a compelling and
comprehensive look at the man behind the music.
Spanning 54 minutes of content, the special explores Cash’s journey from his childhood in
Dyess, Arkansas, to his breakthrough at Sun Records, his legendary prison concerts, his enduring
partnership with June Carter Cash, and his celebrated late-career resurgence through the
American Recordings series.
Structured as a four-part documentary event, the program includes three local commercial
breaks, allowing stations to fully monetize the broadcast while delivering a premium long-form
programming experience to their audiences.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Childhood and early years in Arkansas
- Sun Records and the birth of a legend
- “I Walk the Line” and early stardom
- Personal struggles and redemption
- June Carter Cash and their legendary partnership
- Folsom Prison and San Quentin performances
- Television success and cultural influence
- Rick Rubin and the American Recordings era
- “Hurt” and Cash’s final years
- Lasting legacy and influence on American music
The special is fully produced and ready for immediate broadcast. Demo Reel is available on request
Program Time Length: 57 minutes
Day and Time Available to Stations: available now
Program Frequency: Once
Program is compliant with FCC obscenity/indecency rules: Yes
Program is Doing Music Reporting for Syndication: No
Program Has Underwriting Announcements: No
Program Contains Sponsorship/Donation Information or Request: No
Program Website Has Products/Services for Sale or Accepts Donations: No
Program Has Pledge Drive Editions or Pitches Available: No
Program Has Pledge Drive Premiums Available: No
RSS Feed for Stations:
Web download for stations: https://download.blueribboncountry.net
PRX/PRSS Link for Stations:
Program Contact if Stations Have Questions: affiliates@blueribbcountry.net
