August 2026

Johnny Cash blazed the trail for country music, and Brooks & Dunn carried that journey forward to a new generation; yet, nothing compares to the raw authenticity of the “Man in Black” himself declaring “It’s Great To Be Alive” after emerging from the darkest depths of addiction and despair. This rare 1983 interview captures the true soul of country music—music that heals broken hearts, captivates you in every moment, and compels you to share it with anyone in need of renewed hope.

Introduction: By 1983, millions of Americans thought they knew Johnny Cash—the black clothes, the thunderous...