The chanteuse’s three-plus decade career has seen ups and downs, twists and turns, plenty hits and a few misses. Old-school country is in her blood, of course, but she also broke ground for pop country with her early ’80s releases, opening the doors for pop-country drivel of Shania Twain, Faith Hill and the like. But Cash’s writing, playing and vocal delivery are wholly original, and her output, including pop-country, is stacked with poignant ballads, swingin’ country, urban country and folk.
With Mandolin Orange. $39.50-$47.50. McGlohon Theatrewww.maxxmusic.com. (Shukla)
This article appears in Dec 6-12, 2011.
Best concert I have been to. She was charming, unbelievably talented, and in touch with the audience. Her husband is equally talented on the guitar. A wonderful evening!