The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #90789   Message #1723787
Posted By: Danks
21-Apr-06 - 10:50 AM
Thread Name: Johnny Cash - How come an icon?
Subject: RE: Johnny Cash - How come an icon?
I'm not saying Johnny Cash isn't talented! I first saw him on UK tv in 1958 (?) singing "A Got Stripes" ( I'm not sure if that's the correct title) and I was very impressed, and for the next 5 years, or so, I bought everything that he released. However! His talent simply just doesn't warrant the iconic adulation he now receives. And I do feel irritated that he's receiving so much attention whereas greater talents are ignored. But, it has always been thus! Can't blaim Johnny, of course.