RYMAN AUDITORIUM CELEBRATES 65 YEARS OF JOHNNY & JUNE WITH POP-UP EXHIBIT OPENING JULY 7

It was backstage at the Mother Church that one of Country Music’s most celebrated love stories began. On the night of Johnny Cash’s Grand Ole Opry debut on July 7, 1956, a 27-year-old June Carter bumped into a 24-year-old Johnny Cash backstage at Ryman Auditorium. A smitten Cash reportedly told Carter that night he knew he was going to marry her someday. The two would go on to marry and continue to perform at the Ryman throughout their careers.

The Ryman is celebrating the 65th anniversary of that historic night with a special pop-up exhibit featuring artifacts from both the Ryman and Johnny Cash Museum collections. Items on display include a black Oscar Schmidt autoharp, owned by Maybelle Carter in the 1960s and later played by Carter Cash during live performances. Rounding out the exhibit, the Cash Museum has loaned a dress worn by Carter Cash from their collection in addition to a suit worn by Cash.

“We are so thrilled to team up with our local partners at the Johnny Cash Museum to celebrate one of Country Music’s most iconic love stories,” said Gary Levy, Ryman Auditorium General Manager. “Johnny and June have such a strong connection to the Ryman, and we are excited to share these beautiful artifacts alongside the Johnny Cash Museum, which has the most comprehensive collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia in the world.”

“It's an honor to be involved in this celebratory exhibit at the legendary Ryman Auditorium,” said Bill Miller, Founder/CEO of the Johnny Cash Museum. “Johnny and June, individually and collectively, spent many, many hours in that beautiful building. It's very gratifying that their presence will be felt there again through this special exhibit.”

The Johnny & June pop-up exhibit will be available as part of the Ryman daytime tour experience beginning July 7. Johnny Cash Museum and the Ryman have teamed up to offer a ticket bundle for self-guided tours of both the Ryman and Cash Museum for $40. Tickets will be available at ryman.com/johnny-and-june.

NEW MODERN COUNTRY FROM NASHVILLE - THE SLVR TONGUES NEW SINGLE "JOHNNY CASH"

The SLVR Tongues met at a Western bar on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, California. It all started when Hannah Huntley decided to sing some super drunk karaoke one night, and James Lynch realized that, though heavily intoxicated, Hannah actually had some pipes on her. The two began writing soon after. Feeling the need for an extra instrumental punch, the band recruited Peter Erik as the lead guitarist and third member of The SLVR Tongues.

The song "Johnny Cash" was actually only the second song that The SLVR Tongues ever wrote together. The song is meant to capture the aftermath of just another night in the life of The SLVR Tongues on the gritty, glitzy, Hollywood streets. Johnny Cash lived his earlier life as a true maverick, and the song is an homage to his lifestyle, and to The SLVR Tongues' idea of the American Spirit as a whole.

Teaming up with Top 40 Billboard charting producer, Jordan Richman (wrote and produced the international hit "Boomerang" by JoJo Siwa, and is a two time International Songwriting Competition winner), the SLVR Tongues continued to write and develop their sound.

After being discovered by Preston Sullivan, the band signed a management contract with Sullivan's Nashville based company, Global Eyes Entertainment, and relocated to Tennessee.

Once established in Nashville, The SLVR Tongues immediately immersed themselves in its vibrant music scene, and began co-writing with other artists, most notably RIAA certified Gold recording artist, Danny Worsnop (We are Harlot/Ex-Asking Alexandria).

As The SLVR Tongues continue their music exploration, their goal is to capture their stories, memories and adventures of living life to the fullest, whether in L.A., Nashville, or over seas. No matter if their in love, broken, drunk, or pissed off, you'd better believe you're gonna hear about it.

JOHNNY CASE MUSEUM EARNS 2016 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

The internationally recognized Johnny Cash Museum has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveller reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience.

Johnny Cash museum Founder, Bill Miller, commented saying "We pull out all stops to provide an amazing and enjoyable experience for our guests. We're honored to once again receive the Tripadvisor Award of Excellence. This marks the third consecutive year we've been honored with this distinction."

The Certificate of Excellence accounts for the quality, quantity and recency of reviews submitted by travelers on TripAdvisor over a 12-month period. To qualify, a business must maintain an overall TripAdvisor bubble rating of at least four out of five, have a minimum number of reviews and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months.

"With the Certificate of Excellence, TripAdvisor honors hospitality businesses that have consistently received strong praise and ratings from travelers,” said Heather Leisman, Vice President of Industry Marketing, TripAdvisor. “This recognition helps travelers identify and book properties that regularly deliver great service. TripAdvisor is proud to play this integral role in helping travelers feel more confident in their booking decisions.”

Located in the heart of downtown Nashville (119 Third Ave. S), The Johnny Cash Museum is dedicated to the life and music career of the late “Man in Black". Exhibits featuring the world’s largest most comprehensive collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia, chronicle Cash’s legacy through stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology. Items include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten lyrics as well as contributions from family members and notable friends.

Since opening on April 26, 2013, the museum has received widespread national attention, including a AAA Gem rating as well as being named the #1 Must Visit Museum for Music Lovers by Conde Nast Traveler [Worldwide], the #1 Pitch Perfect Museum by National Geographic [Worldwide], and one of five Nashville Must-Sees by Forbes Magazine. Additionally, the museum has been featured by numerous other national and regional outlets, including CNN, USA Today, NY Times, Time Magazine, Southern Living, Huffington Post, Rolling Stone, Money Magazine, and many others.

The Johnny Cash Museum is open from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily (closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas). For more information, please visit www.johnnycashmuseum.com or call (615) 256-1777. Admission is $18 adults, $14 children (ages 6-15), and children 5 and under are free with one paid adult. Discounts for students and military are available.

JOHNNY CASH MUSEUM TO HOST JOHNNY CASH BIRTHDAY BASH AND OPEN NEW WING ON FEB 26-27

Information and Tickets ONLY Available at www.JohnnyCashBirthday.com

Pictured above: The legendary "One Piece at a Time" car, made famous by Cash's song of the same name that peaked at #1 on the Billboard Top 100 Country Singles chart in 1976.

The internationally recognized Johnny Cash Museum will host their annual Johnny Cash Birthday Bash and the Grand Opening of the museum’s new wing featuring interactive exhibits on Feb. 26-27 in downtown Nashville, Tenn.

The new space will showcase many unique interactive features, memorabilia, costumes and more. Throughout the new wing, fans have the opportunity to interact with the man in black through his music. One of the many highlights of the exhibit is a technology-driven area that provides attendees the opportunity to mix their own versions of Cash’s songs. Additionally, costumes, props and other artifacts from the Golden Globe and Academy award-winning movie, Walk The Line, will also be on display.

Celebrating what would have been the man in black’s 84th birthday and the grand opening of the exhibit, the Birthday Bash event will feature special guests Lorrie Bennett (Anita Carter’s daughter), Branson On The Road, Tommy Cash; Cash’s longtime recording engineers, David Ferguson and Jack Grochmal; AP and Sara Carter’s granddaughter Rita Forrester; Johnny Cash Museum talent; Cash’s longtime drummer, W.S. Holland; Joanne Cash Yates; and more. Johnny Cash Museum Founders and Johnny Cash Radio Show hosts, Bill and Shannon Miller will host the event.

Scheduled highlights of the Birthday Bash are meet n’ greets, q&a’s with special guests, intimate guest performances, trivia contests, and more. A fan favorite of the annual event is the Fan Jam, which puts the spotlight on attendees. Fans can bring their own instruments and have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform some of Cash’s greatest hits with Cash’s one and only drummer, W.S. Holland.

On Saturday, Feb. 27 only, the legendary "One Piece at a Time" car, made famous by Cash's song of the same name that peaked at #1 on the Billboard Top 100 Country Singles chart in 1976, will be on display in Nashville for the first time in decades. Fans can photograph and be photographed in the car. The Cadillac was built using parts manufactured from 1949 to 1973.

Johnny Cash Museum Founder, Bill Miller states, “The Birthday Bash Fan Jam has become a perennial favorite for our attendees. It’s a chance for the fans to experience the spotlight and pay tribute to Johnny through song.”

Only a limited number of tickets to the Johnny Cash Birthday Bash are available. Tickets start at $55 per person and are only available for purchase at www.johnnycashbirthday.com. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will NOT be available on-site. The event has consecutively sold out since its inception in 2014. Host hotel, Fairfield Inn & Suites (901 Division Street), is offering special rates through Feb. 16 to Birthday Bash attendees. Rooms can be reserved by calling 1-800-331-3131.

Located in the heart of downtown Nashville (119 Third Ave.), the museum displays possessions spanning Cash’s 48-year music career and personal items, comprised of family photos, home furnishings, handwritten letters, as well as belongings from his early life as the son of a cotton farmer in Arkansas and his time in the U.S. Air Force.

Since opening on April 26, 2013, the museum has received widespread national attention, including a AAA Gem rating as well as being named the #1 Must Visit Museum for Music Lovers by Conde Nast Traveler [Worldwide], the #1 Pitch Perfect Museum by National Geographic [Worldwide], and one of five Nashville Must-Sees by Forbes Magazine. Additionally, the museum has been featured by numerous other national and regional outlets, including CNN, USA Today, NY Times, Time Magazine, Southern Living, Huffington Post, Rolling Stone, Money Magazine, and many others.

The Johnny Cash museum is open from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. For more information, please visit www.johnnycashmuseum.com or call 615-726-9909. Admission is $15 adults, $11 ages 6-15, free for ages 5 and younger. Discounts for students and military are offered.

NEW VIDEO: "JOHNNY CASH IS DEAD AND HIS HOUSE BURNED DOWN" - LARRY GATLIN AND THE GATLIN BROTHERS

Check out the video for the new single from Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, "Johnny Cash is Dead and His House Burned Down".

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE CELEBRATES THE LAUNCH OF THE JOHNNY CASH LIMITED-ED​ITION FOREVER® STAMP JUNE 5

JOHN CARTER CASH, CARLENE CARTER, LARRY GATLIN, JAMEY JOHNSON, THE OAK RIDGE BOYS, THE ROYS, MARTY STUART, RANDY TRAVIS AND MORE SET TO HONOR THE LEGACY OF JOHNNY CASH AT A FIRST-DAY-OF-ISSUANCE CEREMONY

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE CELEBRATES THE LAUNCH OF THE JOHNNY CASH LIMITED-EDITION FOREVER® STAMP JUNE 5

PUBLIC INVITED TO ATTEND THIS FREE EVENT AT RYMAN AUDITORIUM IN NASHVILLE JUNE 5 AT 10:30 A.M. CDT; DOORS OPEN AT 9 A.M. CDT

 

NASHVILLE, TN (May 30, 2013) — The United States Postal Service, John Carter Cash and other members of the Cash family celebrate the legacy of the Man in Black with the release of a limited-edition Johnny Cash Forever stamp June 5, 2013 at Ryman Auditorium (116 Fifth Avenue, Nashville) at 10:30 a.m. CDT. Doors open for stamp sales at 9 a.m. and the event is free and open to the public.

Artists set to appear, perform or speak at the first-day-of-issuance ceremony include John Carter Cash, Carlene Carter, Larry Gatlin, Jamey Johnson, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Roys, Marty Stuart and Randy Travis among others. 650AM WSM personality Bill Cody will serve as emcee of the event.

“It is an amazing blessing that my father Johnny Cash be honored with the issue of this stamp. Dad was a hard-working man, a man of dignity. As much as anything else, he was a proud American, always supporting his family, fans and country. I can think of no better way to pay due respect to his legacy than through the release of this stamp,” said John Carter Cash.

“My family is thrilled that my father will grace a United States 'Forever' stamp, a great honor for any American, and an honor that would have particularly delighted him. It is a joy to know that generations will use this stamp, and my father will forever be where he loved to be: traveling the world,” added Rosanne Cash.

About the Limited-Edition Johnny Cash Forever Stamp
Designed by art director Greg Breeding, the Johnny Cash stamp features a photograph captured by Frank Bez during the photo session for Ring of Fire: The Best of Johnny Cash (1963). The stamp is part of the U.S. Postal Service’s Music Icon series, which also includes stamps honoring Lydia Mendoza (available now) and Ray Charles (to be released in September).

The stamps will be available for purchase at the Ryman Auditorium June 5 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the CMA Festival Fan Fair X at LP Field June 6-9, local Post Offices and online at usps.com/stamps.

 

Update on the Johnny Cash Museum

NASHVILLE, Tenn - Mayor Karl Dean, the Cash family and friends and founders Bill and Shannon Miller welcomed press and industry executives to the future home of The Johnny Cash Museum on Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Located at 119 Third Avenue South between Demonbreun and Broadway, the museum will be en route between the tourist circulated Broadway strip and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

"It has been a lifelong dream of mine to showcase Johnny Cash's life and career in a world-class exhibit for all his fans from around the world to enjoy,” says founder Bill Miller. “Today we take the first step in making that dream a reality by announcing the birth of the Johnny Cash Museum, a world-class attraction opening in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. This venue will feature the world's largest, most comprehensive and important collection of Cash artifacts and memorabilia anywhere in the world. I am honored that Johnny's children and family have joined us in enthusiastically supporting our project by sharing their precious artifacts with his fans."

The Johnny Cash Museum is projected to open its doors in summer 2012. Many never before seen historical documents, letters, awards, costumes and instruments will take the visitor on a three dimensional journey through Johnny Cash’s life with innovative interactions via the Nashville based Griffin Technologies. The museum unites the extensive and acclaimed collection of Bill Miller, longtime friend of Cash’s and founder of the official Johnny Cash website www.JohnnyCash.Com, and pieces from friends, colleagues and family members including his daughters, son and siblings. The collection will feature the earliest known Johnny Cash letters and documents as well as the handwritten manuscript to the last song ever written by the prolific songwriter, just days before his passing. Visitors also will be given an extensive look into Cash’s non-entertainment related life including his childhood and early adulthood and his service in the United States Air Force.

The museum will occupy the site at 119 Third Avenue South with Phase One featuring a museum store, permanent exhibits and a multipurpose venue for performances, special exhibits and other events. Phase Two includes absorbing the balance of the ground floor space as it becomes available, as well as the top floor, bringing the ultimate square footage of the museum facility to 18,000 square feet. Plans include additional exhibit space, an enlarged performance area, an onsite food venue and working archives.

Columbia/Legacy, a division of SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT will be releasing BOOTLEG VOL. IV: THE SOUL OF TRUTH at all physical and digital retail outlets starting April 3rd. The project is a 2-CD, 51-track collection which compiles gospel and spiritual recordings (both released and previously unreleased) made by Cash in the 1970s and ’80s.

To stay updated on the museum and Johnny Cash, visit www.johnnycash.com.

Johnny Cash Museum Coming to Nashville

A longtime friend of Johnny Cash plans to open a downtown Nashville museum dedicated to the iconic Man in Black, who died in 2003. The museum's collection, which will be housed in a former warehouse on Third Avenue South, may include parts of Cash’s former home in Hendersonville, memorabilia and items endowed by the Cash family. Stay tuned to the official Johnny Cash website for further announcements.

Source: The Tennessean