CASH - Tribute to Johnny Cash

Description

As is so often the case with unique artists, it takes another one to fully appreciate them. Having lived the life and music of Johnny Cash and other country heroes who came before and since Ben, aka CASH, has effortlessly recreated the sound, vibe and appeal of the master himself.

Set-List

A Selection of the following totalling approx 90 minutes
FOLSOM PRISON BLUES
GET RHYTHM
BIG RIVER
5 FEET HIGH AND RISING
WALK THE LINE
25 MINUTES TO GO
ROCK ISLAND LINE
WRECK OF THE OLE’ 97
LONG LEGGED GUITAR PICKIN' MAN
WILDWOOD FLOWER
DON’T YOU THINK IT’S COME OUR TIME
JUKEBOX BLUES
CRY CRY CRY
BLISTERED
HEY PORTER
MOVIN’ ON
BIRD ON A WIRE
JOHN HENRY
HELP ME MAKE IT THROUGH THE NIGHT
A THING CALLED LOVE
I GOT STRIPES
SAN QUENTIN
WANTED MAN
BOBBY McGEE
DADDY SANG BASS
DARK AS THE DUNGEON
LONG BLACK VEIL
SUNDAY MORNING COMING DOWN
LUTHER PERKINS INSTRUME ... NTAL
BUSTED
I GUESS THINGS HAPPEN THAT WAY
IT AINT ME BABE
GREYSTONE CHAPPEL
BLISTERED
DELIA’S GONE
GIVE MY LOVE TO ROSE
JOE BEAN
GREEN GREEN GRASS OF HOME
MAN IN BLACK
RING OF FIRE
JACKSON
COCAINE BLUES
BOY NAMED SUE
GHOSTRIDERS IN THE SKY
MEDLEY
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Biography

Growing up on a farm in Yorkshire, music has always been central to Ben’s life. With a Grandfather who was a big band drummer, and a Father with a vast musical collection enthusiastically shared with whoever would listen, music was everywhere. However, it was the music of a certain JR Cash that managed that rare feat of stopping a young and energetic Ben in his tracks. It gave him that first “light bulb” moment, as he recalls,
“I had heard music before, of course. But this voice. His voice. I mean it literally brought me to a standstill. The words too. They just struck a chord with me ... somewhere and I really felt I understood what he was saying. I got this man, even as a child I could feel it”.
As a youngster, this was the first time Ben had felt that deep connection with music and lyrics. Although Ben didn’t know it at the time, Johnny Cash would also come to be a very important figure in his life as an adult.
Investigating the man further, Ben realised it wasn’t just Cash’s musicality that they had in common. The way Cash stood up prolifically for the working class, and wasn’t some clean cut musical ideal, only served to heighten Ben’s appreciation of the man.
“JR has always been rough around the edges and I don’t know why but I always felt I was born with an outlaw’s approach to life. Not that I was out there robbing trains or anything, but it was more of a mentality; just something inside of me really”.
Aided by many late nights and a plentiful supply of hard liquor, Ben would often sing Johnny Cash songs to his mates, strumming along on acoustic guitar. Being a drummer first, it took a bit of coaxing from family and friends before Ben decided to take the Cash alter-ego seriously.
“I have always felt a bit weird about pretending to be anyone else other than myself, so the concept of being Johnny Cash didn’t really appeal”, says Ben. “People were continuously telling me I had to do something with all this Cash stuff, so I decided I would start taking it more seriously, but the word tribute was key. I would pay my respects to the man by getting his stuff out there again; reaching out to established and new fans, but in no way would I try to be him. That is just not doable in my eyes, so I don’t want people thinking I think I am him. Cos I don’t!” Read More

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Experience

We been goin' for just over 10 years now - our experience is quite lengthy but honorable mentions would include 11 nationwide headlining tours with AMG, many weddings and functions for private clients, various Rock N Roll / biker / custom car festivals, a tour of the U.A.E, couple tours of the Shetland Isles, corporate / charity events, and of course - many live music venues and theaters up and down the UK!

Previous Clients

AMG (Academy Music Group)
Atom Promotions
Klub Revolution
GS Promotions
Glastonbudget
Tenacity PR
Rock N Roll Weekenders
Jazz Cafe London
VMS
Jump Events
Various private clients

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Baby Shower Bachelor / Stag Party Bachelorette / Hen Party Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christening Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Funeral/Memorial Service Grand Opening Party Halloween Party High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Nursing / Care Home Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Prom Night Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party School Event Session Work Social Club Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Virtual Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception

Additional Information

DBS checked
Insured for Public Liability