Johnny Cash- Bitter Tears-LP

Johnny Cash’s Bitter Tears: Ballads of the American Indian stands out as a rare concept album from 1964, focusing its storytelling lens on Native American struggles and history. With production by Don Law and Frank Jones and backing vocals from The Carter Family, the record delivers a poignant blend of country and folk where songs like "The Ballad Of Ira Hayes" and "As Long As The Grass Shall Grow" give voice to stories often overlooked in mainstream music. Cash’s choice to center these narratives adds a thoughtful depth to his catalog that’s as compelling now as it was then. This 1964 mono pressing offers a straightforward listening experience that captures the album’s original sound without modern embellishment—a detail that might please those who like their vinyl with a touch of historical fidelity. The vinyl is in VG++ condition, showing only minor, faint marks typical of gentle use, so it should play nicely without distracting surface noise. For anyone curious about Cash’s more socially conscious efforts, this pressing presents those ballads with clarity and care, making it a solid find for both Johnny Cash enthusiasts and collectors of narrative-driven country music. After all, not every record tackles history with such a steady hand, and this one wears its message as plainly as its grooves.

Sound samples are included to help you get a feel for the music, but they may not always match the exact pressing or track version of the record listed. When in doubt, trust the photos and pressing information - that's the actual record you're buying.