Johnny Cash Tribute - THE MAN IN BLACK — Chin Chin Entertainment

At 6’5” tall, dressed in the signature long black coat with an acoustic guitar over his shoulder, Steve Waddington creates a remarkably convincing tribute to Johnny Cash in his prime. When Steve steps up to the microphone, his rich baritone voice, commanding stage presence and authentic guitar style capture the unmistakable sound and spirit of the Man in Black.

More than an impersonation, CASHIN’ IN is a heartfelt celebration of Johnny Cash’s extraordinary career. Steve and his band recreate the raw energy of the early Sun Records recordings, the fuller sound of The Johnny Cash Show era and the emotional depth of Cash’s later recordings.

“You sound so much like Cash, it’s scary!”
— Kris Kristofferson

A Memorable Night with Kris Kristofferson

One of Steve’s greatest career highlights came when he and his band were selected to provide the musical entertainment for a Los Angeles awards ceremony honoring Kris Kristofferson.

Kristofferson joined Steve and the band onstage to perform several of his legendary songs. Following the performance, he praised Steve’s remarkable resemblance to Johnny Cash’s sound and later signed one of Steve’s guitars. That instrument remains a treasured reminder of an unforgettable evening and is still occasionally used during Steve’s performances.

The Music of the Man in Black

CASHIN’ IN takes audiences on a musical journey through the many chapters of Johnny Cash’s career, featuring favorites such as:

“Folsom Prison Blues”
“I Walk the Line”
“Ring of Fire”
“A Boy Named Sue”
“Get Rhythm”
“Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down”
“Jackson”
“Big River”
“One Piece at a Time”
“Cocaine Blues”
“Tennessee Flat Top Box”
“Hurt”
“The Man Comes Around”
“Personal Jesus”
“I Won’t Back Down”

When scheduling permits, vocalist and guitarist Susan Ritter joins Steve as June Carter Cash, adding the beloved duets and playful chemistry that became such an important part of Johnny and June’s musical legacy.

Career Highlights

Selected to perform with Kris Kristofferson at a Los Angeles awards ceremony held in his honor
Personally praised by Kristofferson for his remarkably authentic Johnny Cash sound
Chosen to represent Johnny Cash and his early catalog at a sold-out Sun Records tribute celebration in Long Beach
Selected as the only tribute artist appearing at The Palomino Rides Again, a special benefit honoring the legendary country music venue
Decades of experience performing in casinos, theaters, performing arts centers, festivals, nightclubs, hotels and corporate events
Performances at venues throughout Southern California and beyond
Available for engagements nationwide
Show lengths available from 15 to 90 minutes, depending upon the event

About Steve Waddington

Steve Waddington is an accomplished singer, guitarist, songwriter, arranger, multi-instrumentalist, actor and voice-over artist with decades of professional entertainment experience.

His career has included work in live entertainment, television, radio, recording studios, commercials and motion pictures. His screen history includes projects featuring respected performers such as Kurt Russell, Kirk Douglas, Craig T. Nelson and Chevy Chase, along with television work for Animal Planet.

Steve is widely recognized for his exceptional ability to capture not only the voice of a legendary performer, but also the personality, musical phrasing and stage presence that made the original artist unforgettable. Every arrangement is carefully studied and performed with respect for the original recording while incorporating the excitement and energy of a live concert.

Why Audiences Love CASHIN’ IN

A powerful, authentic Johnny Cash sound
A striking visual resemblance to Cash in his prime
Live guitar performed in Johnny Cash’s distinctive style
A carefully selected journey through Cash’s greatest recordings
Professional musicians with decades of performance experience
Engaging audience interaction and memorable storytelling
Flexible formats for intimate events or full concert productions
An entertaining experience for lifelong Cash fans and newcomers alike

Perfect for

Casinos and casino showrooms
Theaters and performing arts centers
Festivals and community concerts
Corporate events
Fundraisers and charity events
Country clubs and private clubs
Hotels, resorts and restaurants
Private parties and special celebrations

CASHIN’ IN starring Steve Waddington delivers the voice, the music, the passion and the unforgettable presence of Johnny Cash in one exciting live tribute experience.

CONTACT

concetta@chinchinentertainment.com