Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash Duets
Published Apr 01, 2006
Presumably hoping to hone in on the publics renewed fascination with Johnny and June Carter Cash, this compilation captures the fiery essence of what made these country stars such a dynamic duo. Producer Gregg Geller wisely relies heavily on a selection of call-and-response songs, which highlight the couples sassy humour and endearing romance. Beyond "Jackson, there are charming feuding songs like "Long-Legged Guitar Pickin Man and "Oh, What a Good Thing We Had. Then there are the touching moments during "If I Were a Carpenter, "Cause I Love You and the heart-wrenching "Brand New Dance, where Johnnys sullen baritone bats helplessly against Junes lilting voice. Recent discovery "It Takes One to Know Me strays closest to autobiography for Johnny and June are just hitting their stride together in the late 70s. Thats the idea anyway, and this collection offers a nice glimpse at the collaborative spirit of countrys king and queen.
(Columbia)