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At Folsom Prison is a live album by Johnny Cash, recorded on January 13, 1968, at Folsom State Prison in California. The album was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Country Albums chart and staying there for four weeks. It also spawned the hit single 'Folsom Prison Blues', which reached number one on the Billboard Country Singles chart. The album's success can be attributed to Cash's unique blend of country, rock, and folk music, as well as his ability to connect with the prison audience. With a vibe score of 8, At Folsom Prison is widely regarded as one of the greatest live albums of all time, with over 3 million copies sold in the US alone. The album's influence can still be felt today, with many artists citing it as an inspiration, including Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson, who have both covered Cash's songs in their own live performances.