The Band in Black formed in 2004, the year after Johnny Cash died, as a salute to the Man in Black. We can cover hours of Cash tunes, or mix in Country and/or Popular artists/tunes from our wide repertoire to create an eclectic blend of danceable and easy listening hits, perfect for almost any event. Corporate events, private parties, weddings, benefits, clubs and more. 

Rising out of the sweltering heat of Austin, Texas, The Band in Black originally burst on the scene back in 2004 as a Johnny Cash Tribute band. The Band in Black fuses boot-stompin countrified original music with road-seasoned twangy guitar rhythms, with just a touch of Southern style.

As well as including the rock covers that Cash recorded in later years, The Band in Black injects Delta Swamp Bottom boogie while balancing lead vocalist Jason Birdwell's homespun melodies to evoke their most satisfying brand of musical gumbo to date. With standout original tracks like "I'm Goin to Texas," and "City Lights", look for The Band in Black in the country rock landscape for years to come and an essential addition to any music lover's library.

You guys are great! It was a real joy meeting and playing with all of you guys...a real highlight. Take care, and keep the sound alive! Hope to work with you again real soon."

    - W.S. "Fluke" Holland, Johnny Cash's original drummer; played with Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, and the       "Million Dollar Quartet"

"Lee, you're the guitar player!!! Man, I really like that guitar playing!" 

    - President George W. Bush

"The Band in Black is one of the most colorful bands around today...Johnny Cash would be proud...One of my favs too!"

    - John Peyton and Chris Jagger (brother of Mick Jaggers of the Rolling Stones) of The Blueseum of Fine Art Radio Show and

"The Best Johnny Cash Tribute Band in The Land!" 

    - Midnight Rodeo (Austin) 

"The Band in Black brought a host of backup musicians and a three-piece female vocal support to ring in a solid birthday show for The Man in Black. with some mean harmonica playing that hummed perfectly over their ensemble that dominated the stage. " 

    - Ramus Dahl , Buzzine Culture and Entertainment 

"You can't see Johnny Cash anymore, but the Cash Bash is the next best thing. First you have a lineup that includes one of the best bands, The Band in Black, add Earle Pool Ball, Johnnys pianist, and W.S. Fluke Holland, Johnnys drummer. 

    - The Triggerman, SavingCountry (See full review at )

"The Band in Black have really got it together!!!! They are a rich sounding band! With great backup vocals! I am always excited when they play the annual Johnny Cash Birthday Bash every year!" 

    - Rowdy Tjimes, The Rowdy Radio Revolution" 91.7 KOOP Radio, Austin, Tx 

"The Band in Black were great! They provided the perfect music for our outdoor party. We received so many compliments from our guests about the band. The band members were also very accommodating and super friendly. We will definitely use them again. I would recommend them to anybody who wants a cool Johnny Cash tribute band!" 

    - Melody McCaig, Private Party