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It's a great and perhaps impossible challenge to encapsulate the highlights of Johnny Cash's vast musical catalog in a two-CD, 36-song collection like this. Yet, though it barely scratches the surface, 2002's The Essential Johnny Cash--part of a series of compilations and reissues celebrating Cash's 70th birthday--does present three-dozen satisfying and balanced snapshots of some of the Man in Black's most memorable work for the Sun, Columbia, and Mercury labels. Above all else, these 36 selections are wonderful reminders of Cash's rustic eclecticism. Cuts range from '50s Sun rockabilly classics like "Hey Porter" and "I Walk the Line" to '60s country-folk gems like "The Ballad of Ira Hayes" and Cash's memorable duet with Bob Dylan on Dylan's "Girl from the North Country." Also included are more recent samplings of Cash's celebrated collaborations, including "Highwayman," which he recorded in 1984 with Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson as part of the on-again, off-again supergroup the Highwaymen, and "The Wanderer," a fervent gospel collaboration with U2 that appeared on the band's 1993 album, Zooropa. --Bob Allen

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From: Amazon Posted: Aug 29, 2008 Type: User Review

Johnny Cash

I got this for my dad for Father's Day to play in his truck, I knew it would bring back memories for him, I love Johnny Cash too and should have got 2 one for me...lol I guess I will get myself one later. This CD has 30 songs and is a true must...
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From: Amazon Posted: Aug 15, 2008 Type: User Review

laid back listing

This two-disc set is a perfect collection if you are not a huge johnny cash fan. The set contains 36 songs, the first disc is all by himself, the 2nd disc has some songs featuring other big names like marty robbins, willie nelso, waylon jennings,...
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5.00/5

From: Amazon Posted: May 25, 2008 Type: User Review

AMAZING

This cd features legendary music from a legendary music artist , the complete career spanning hits from 1955 to 1992 , this has to be the best collection of Johnny Cash so far , highly recommended.
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From: Amazon Posted: Mar 03, 2008 Type: User Review

The Essential Johnny Cash

Even though I bought this CD for my 86 year old Mother who is living with me, I also enjoy listening to every song.
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From: Amazon Posted: Feb 28, 2008 Type: User Review

Essential Johnny...Just Like It Says

This is the only Johnny Cash CD I own and I'm really glad I finally purchased it. He is clearly both a country music and overall music icon. Few country artists have contributed any more. This captures the essence of his contributions and his...
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From: Amazon Posted: Feb 09, 2008 Type: User Review

A must have for all Johnny Cash Fans.

The unique sound and style that sets Johnny Cash apart from the rest, is transparent, addictive and always keeps you interested in hearing more. Lyrics are simple yet elegant with a catchy rhythm.
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From: Amazon Posted: Dec 08, 2007 Type: User Review

Mandatory

If you are a fan, get it, its that simple.

-Richie Etwaru
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From: Amazon Posted: Dec 07, 2007 Type: User Review

Excellent Selections from Cash's stash...

"The Man in Black"

Don't confuse this two cd set with other Johnny Cash releases of the same name. This is a solid collection of his better known songs. Anyone experiences Johnny Cash for the first time - this is where to start. I...
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From: Amazon Posted: Nov 26, 2007 Type: User Review

Great album with all my favorites!

This really is a wonderful double-cd! It's got all the great songs we know and love from Johnny Cash. Great to add to your music collection.
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From: Amazon Posted: Oct 26, 2007 Type: User Review

great cd set

I got this for my husband, who recently developed an interest in Johnny Cash. This 2-disc set is great for those who want to have all his "greatest hits." I especially recommend it for someone's first Cash cd. It was a great buy and has a good...
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