The "Bitter Tears" of Johnny Cash

In 1963, Johnny Cash released one of the biggest hits of his career with the trumpeting, propulsive “Ring of Fire.” But he followed up with a most obscure and controversial effort: the 1964 folk-protest album called “Bitter Tears: Ballads of the American Indian.” Writer/filmmaker Antonino D’Ambrosio - whose book, “A Heartbeat and a Guitar,” tells the story of the release - joins us for a fresh look at a forgotten classic.

Antonino D'Ambrosio will discuss "A Heartbeat and a Guitar" at 92Y Tribeca on Wednesday, May 11th, with performances by members of Sway Machinery and Antibalas. More information here.