I had no idea this footage existed. This to me was peak Johnny. 1968. The hair, the sound, everything. Even Luther before his passing. This is incredible footage
its crazy that within a year (1967 - 1968) Johnny goes into a cave alone ready to die in it from being so messed up on pills and such. Then in 68' he goes to Folsom Prison and records the album everyone loves today.. Later that year he loses Luther due to a fire. such a insane year if you think about it.
The star of the show here is Luther Perkins once again! His style was so simple, that's been heavily copied, and yet nobody can even get close to sound and feel that Luther had. He 'was' the sound of Johnny Cash.
I once read somewhere that he could no longer adjust his guitar's volume to a lower setting, and therefore muted the bass strings with his hand, creating the signature sound.
Only sad truth, yes it was Luther's style, But out of the Blue Bob Wootton came along and within year had Luther's style down to a tee and then went on to improve it for 30 years backing Cash. Wootton was a much better guitar player and added a bounce to the style that stood out even more. Listen to the hit version of "Man In Black" could Luther have played that?
Johnny Cash is my number one musical hero, the rebel who found Christ. This mans testimony and music has helped me through some dark chapters in my life.
unique voice, meaningful lyrics, and awesome guitar style that was his own...I love how he shared his gift with those who truly needed uplifting and he recognized his musicians-gracious.....RIP Mr. Cash
Most beautiful 68 footage ive seen of him to date. Its propably the only footage that comes close to a televised 68 folsom concert. Also very nice to see luther so clearly and the sound is amazing.
I love this video a lot, its the perfect evidence that the common train beat *is not* how the song was actually played on drums by W.S. Holland for most of Cash's career It also perfeclty highlights the energy of Cash's show
This is from a series that ran though 1968. It was similar to Hootenanny in that the show was broadcast from a different military base or post every show and had a different group of artists. As you look at the members of the audience, keep in mind that the vast majority of them were headed for Viet Nam.
Truly a blessing he was amazing. Hope to see him perform in heaven one day. Jesus died on the cross for our sins and it’s through him we have eternal life let’s get heaven crowded.
Luther is my number one Guitar hero and has been since I was 4 I'm 21 now anyone want to guess who my number one Guitar hero still is you guessed it Luther Perkins because of him I use flatwound strings
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I had no idea this footage existed. This to me was peak Johnny. 1968. The hair, the sound, everything. Even Luther before his passing. This is incredible footage
its crazy that within a year (1967 - 1968) Johnny goes into a cave alone ready to die in it from being so messed up on pills and such. Then in 68' he goes to Folsom Prison and records the album everyone loves today.. Later that year he loses Luther due to a fire. such a insane year if you think about it.
This is what you call LIVE. No pretending to sing.
Yeah, not lip syncing like I've seen before.
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@byes I agree rianfreeman3676
@bryancooper2247 👍
Calm down grandad
Still love Johnny Cash & he will always be part of real country. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
The star of the show here is Luther Perkins once again! His style was so simple, that's been heavily copied, and yet nobody can even get close to sound and feel that Luther had. He 'was' the sound of Johnny Cash.
I once read somewhere that he could no longer adjust his guitar's volume to a lower setting, and therefore muted the bass strings with his hand, creating the signature sound.
MARSHALL GRANT's BASS? WOW!
Only sad truth, yes it was Luther's style, But out of the Blue Bob Wootton came along and within year had Luther's style down to a tee and then went on to improve it for 30 years backing Cash. Wootton was a much better guitar player and added a bounce to the style that stood out even more. Listen to the hit version of "Man In Black" could Luther have played that?
Luther is my number one Guitar hero and has been since I was four I'm 21 now
I'd give a Luther Perkins a run for his money if he was a round still me n him play vary simplier style
What an era, music was real and the musicians and people period. Nowadays you just don’t know.
Johnny Cash is my number one musical hero, the rebel who found Christ. This mans testimony and music has helped me through some dark chapters in my life.
That stoic Luther Perkins makes funny faces 😅
I want to personally thank whomever posted this video to RUclips. You really made my day
Simply unbelievable, a true artist, a true man of God, and a true legend !!
Damn, that's what you call talent boys & girls! Just totally awesome!!!
who loves johnny in 2024
I do. From France with love and God bless Johnny Cash
I do. From the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, where my arthritic fingers are learning to play “Ring of Fire” really, really poorly.
Can't hate a legend
No wonder it's storming in the heavens. Johnny Cash punched Satan
i do. From Italy 🤟
I love Johnny Cash still this day
unique voice, meaningful lyrics, and awesome guitar style that was his own...I love how he shared his gift with those who truly needed uplifting and he recognized his musicians-gracious.....RIP Mr. Cash
Fantastic. As others have mentioned, there's so few videos of Luther, but to see him play FPB in clear color is just amazing.
Thank you for sharing this. Thought id seen it all. Cash was on fire in 68
Me.zin UK.A good Christian man who cared about prisoners and God beat his addictions.Praise the Lord❤
Most beautiful 68 footage ive seen of him to date. Its propably the only footage that comes close to a televised 68 folsom concert. Also very nice to see luther so clearly and the sound is amazing.
This is such a treat for Luther Perkins fans.
Exactly what I was just thinking. That’s us probably the best quality video I’ve seen Luther in!
Big John Cash. You're the Man Johnny!
Pick it, Luther!! Johnny Cash, a true legend by all definitions!!
Can’t believe a recording with Luther Perkins live
Dude was soo soo cool.....
I think the best footage I’ve ever seen of Luther playing.. awesome!
0:36 this specific frame gives me Wess Anderson vibes in a way
A couple of months later Luther died when he fell asleep while smoking a cigarette. August 1968.
God that’s depressing
Always thought he left the stove on for some reason
@@Mhm-yt7ne He fell asleep on the couch while smoking a cigarette. Terrible! The Statler Brothers sang at Luther‘s funeral.
@@lonestarbugHe hadn't touched a cigarette in a long time at that point that was a murder made to look like an accident
This has made my day
Me too, friend !
Luther Perkins was a Master that created a legendary sound!!!
Yeah! Johnny with 7ender Palomino! I love it. 🎸
I love this video a lot, its the perfect evidence that the common train beat *is not* how the song was actually played on drums by W.S. Holland for most of Cash's career
It also perfeclty highlights the energy of Cash's show
Johnny Cash how we all live him.
Great show🤍
Talk about GOLD. Amazing footage of such a great performer. This video is a treasure. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Thanks got posting this. I know I've never seen it before
🚬🤠 thanks for sharing
I love that guitar player! haha
THE Very Best!
Luther often looked like he was just there as a favor to Johnny.
Awesome video. Great quality.👍👍
This is from a series that ran though 1968. It was similar to Hootenanny in that the show was broadcast from a different military base or post every show and had a different group of artists. As you look at the members of the audience, keep in mind that the vast majority of them were headed for Viet Nam.
Thank you for sharing
I believe they are at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls and this was shown on ABC on Jan 24, 1969
Weird how this was filmed in June of 1968, but aired Jan 1969. Luther is seen here but would be dead by the time it aired.
@@kadeberrier3799also weird, is sources say this was recorded in an airfield in Missouri
Brilliant
Great video
Always amazed me how Johnny just always looked old. Hard living I guess. He was only 36 here.
Truly a blessing he was amazing. Hope to see him perform in heaven one day. Jesus died on the cross for our sins and it’s through him we have eternal life let’s get heaven crowded.
wow love that
Badass 🤟🤟
Yes!
That's a music clinic.
Oh shit, I need to know the model of that Fender acoustic.
Looks like a Newporter to me
Luther Perkins always looked like his best dog just died.....
American legendary..
Elvis above the dude with glasses 2:26
Way passed Elvis's Military time. Plus these guys are Airforce
Formidable, trop bien 🙏🙏👌🤣
WOWWW... Luther perkins in color.. this was his last year alive I believe.. poor man
@@patriot4786 a few weeks before he died
@@ReelinInTheYears66RIP😢
Our song
Luther is my number one Guitar hero and has been since I was 4 I'm 21 now anyone want to guess who my number one Guitar hero still is you guessed it Luther Perkins because of him I use flatwound strings
Y pensar que 50 años después los tigres del norte hicieron una parodia en la misma prisión🇲🇽❤️
If this is not the coolest fuckin front man that ever lived, i dont know what is.... The fuckin balls to say what he said at the beginning... Wow!
i know i had it coming i know i can't be free!
Man there's a striking similarity between Johnny Cash and John Wayne lmao
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Luther had his sound down to a T
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Is this Johnny Cash program somewhere available without the watermarks?
Afraid not. This is the first time I've seen clips from the Operation Entertainment TV series.
LUTHER
This must be one of the last films of Luther
Luther playing heavy flatwounds tuned up to F man Id love to sit down and get a lesson from him
Pour mon frère
Luther Perkins 👌🏻
Where is it filmed? Air Force? Ohio?Location!?
Said the same thing about Waylon…
Since god knows when
Anyone klnow what Air Base this was recorded at? My dad flew KC-97s as flight engineer for 15 years.... 1950 to 1965
Sheppard AFB, Texas
Pretty sure this was recorded somewhere in Missouri.
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Prime Johnny is now joke 😊
Klasa!@**
Jailguitardoors ☝🏻😎✨
Hey, life must proceed ahead,
Kids, this is punk music before punk was invented.
Bro is getting down
N 1
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Luther in colour
Me
Should've played Cocaine blues
Ti sluhala vopste o VELIKOMU PERUNU ??????????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
way too fast
OTVETI PROKLETA SUKA ????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Johnny cash punk anarquista ❤❤❤