Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash Tickets

The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash are more than a tribute act. Formed in San Diego in 1995 by Mark Stuart, the band received Johnny Cash's personal blessing to use the name and even recorded songs at Cash’s Hendersonville home. Rolling Stone called them a source of pure Americana heart and soul, and they’ve shared the stage with legends like Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Buck Owens, John Hiatt, and Lucinda Williams. Their music is rooted in traditional country and Americana, performed with honesty and a modern edge. Here you’ll find their biography, essential discography highlights, and upcoming tour information so you can secure your seats with confidence.

As you browse, you’ll notice the band continues to release new material. The latest, Where the Neon Fades, arrives on Texacali Records, with ongoing releases via HearNow and streaming platforms. Whether you’re in California or traveling to a show, we’ve got you covered with clear, no-nonsense ticket options.

City by city, venue by venue, Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash bring authentic roots/Americana energy to the stage. If you’re looking for a night of genuine storytelling, strong musicianship, and a connection to the legacy of Johnny Cash, this is the act to see.

Biography overview: Emerging from San Diego in 1995, Mark Stuart formed Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash with a mission to honor and continue the storytelling tradition of American roots music. The band earned Johnny Cash’s blessing to use the name and even recorded songs at Cash’s Hendersonville home, underscoring their authenticity. Over the years, they have drawn praise from press outlets such as Rolling Stone and have shared stages with country icons like Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. The ensemble’s work spans multiple decades and evolving projects, including Mark Stuart’s solo material on Texicali Troubadour and collaborative releases with the Bastard Sons lineup.

Discography highlights: Walk Alone (2001), Distance Between (2002), Mile Markers (2005), Bend in the Road (2009, as Mark Stuart & the Bastard Sons), New Old Story (2013), Texicali Troubadour (2019, Mark Stuart solo), and Where the Neon Fades (2025). Their music traverses traditional country, Americana, and contemporary storytelling, with a consistent thread of honesty and craft.

Upcoming tour info: The touring schedule includes California dates such as Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz (June and November 2025), a Last Chance Inn show in Norco, and an Amador Cellars appearance in Plymouth, CA. For the latest details, keep an eye on official venues and the band’s channels. When you’re ready, secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss process—we’ve got you covered.