Although he began his career as an outlaw to the Nashville establishment, Johnny Cash came to literally define and embody country music. His unique mix of hillbilly music with gospel and blues made him a perfect fit at Sam Phillips' Sun Records. From there, Johnny signed with Columbia and embarked on one of the most remarkable musical careers of the 20th century. Transforming into The Man In Black, he spent more than 30 years reinventing himself - breaking all of the rules of traditional country music only to emerge as the ultimate mythic hero and archetype of the genre. Originally ssued in 1967, Johnny Cash's Greatest Hits Volume 1 served as his first 'Best Of' compilation and gathers such landmark numbers as "Ring Of Fire," "I Walk The Line," "Understand Your Man," "The One On The Right Is On The Left" and "Don't Take Your Guns To Town." It also marked the first appearance of his famous "Jackson" duet with the love of his life June Carter.