Celebrating the Sound & Soul of the Man in Black

Church of Cash celebrates the sound and soul of the Man in Black — not just playing Johnny Cash’s music, but living it. Led by singer Jay Ernest, whose deep, resonant vocals capture Cash’s unmistakable timbre, the band delivers a powerful, heartfelt tribute that transcends imitation.

With over 1,000 performances across the U.S. and Europe, Church of Cash has become one of the most celebrated Cash tributes in the world — earning two Midwest CMO “Best Tribute Act” Awards and a 2021 induction into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame. Their shows combine impeccable musicianship, compelling storytelling, and a spirit of redemption and resilience that defined Cash’s legacy.

From the grit of I Walk the Line to the fire of Ring of Fire and the soul of Folsom Prison Blues, Church of Cash brings each song to life with reverence and raw energy.

Whether you grew up on Cash’s music or you’re discovering it for the first time, this is more than a concert — it’s a celebration of the sound that still shakes souls around the world.

What the critics say: “If there is anyone truer to the music and spirit of Johnny Cash, you’d have to prove it to me.” — Honolulu Weekly