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The unmistakable voice of Johnny Cash returns in a groundbreaking celebration of sound, thanks to a collaboration between world-class institutions Sun Records, the label that famously launched Cash’s career, and McIntosh, the leading name in audio excellence. Released today, McIntosh SESSIONS Volume 2: Pure Johnny Cash is an exclusive 18-track double album that revives the energy and emotional depth of Cash’s early years through meticulously restored and rarely heard recordings.

For two decades now, bluegrass-rooted quintet The SteelDrivers have woven together country, soul, blues, Americana, and other contemporary influences to create an unapologetic sound all their own. With four Grammy nominations and one Grammy Award to their name, along with a host of nods from IBMA, Americana Music Association, and more, The SteelDrivers have forged a path out of progressing a genre with the help of outside musical influences, not unlike their new label partner, Sun Records, who laid the foundation for early rock and roll with a blend of musicians and styles in its original Memphis, Tennessee, recording studio.

Sun Records proudly congratulates Ruthie Foster on winning the Best Contemporary Blues Album award at the 67th Annual GRAMMY® Awards for her critically acclaimed album Mileage. Released via Sun Records, Mileage marks a career milestone for the revered singer-songwriter, whose rich blend of blues, gospel, and folk storytelling has captivated audiences worldwide.

“Life, Death, and Dennis Hopper” releases from The Waterboys on April 4th. Artists featured alongside The Waterboys include Bruce Springsteen, Steve Earle, Fiona Apple and Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes. It’s the story of Dennis Hopper’s life in songs – and the story of his and our times. Pre-order your copy here.

The Memphis landmark where Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Howlin’ Wolf recorded turns 75 on January 3rd.

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of Johnny Cash joining Sun Records and the release of “Original Sun Sound of Johnny Cash”, we’re inviting musicians and fans alike to join in on the #CashCovers70 Challenge! This is your chance to honor the Man in Black by putting your own spin on his classic hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk the Line,” and “Cry! Cry! Cry!”!

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This Elvis Week, Sun Records is hosting an exclusive event on August 14th at Sun Studio to celebrate 70 years of “That’s All Right” and we want YOU to be there!  Enter our giveaway for a chance to join us at this historic event!

From American Songwriter

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist ZZ Ward has released her latest single, “Mother,” heralding the start of a profound new chapter in her career with Sun Records. This unique and deeply personal blues track tackles ZZ’s own experience of motherhood, a perspective rarely explored in the genre, marking ZZ’s return to her blues roots with an authenticity and depth that’s compelling and transformative. The song’s raw emotion is complemented by ZZ’s signature wailing vocals and searing lead guitar solos, creating an intense and deeply moving soundscape. “That’s a mother’s cry,” ZZ explains. “It’s that feeling of being weighed down with this new situation. I never expected men to hear it and relate, but I’ve heard more than a few feel it, too.”