AS an addictive upbeat performance and uncanny resemblance to the real experience, The Johnny Cash Roadshow captured the hearts of both die-hard fans and those new to country music.

By kicking off the performance with one of Johnny Cash’s signature songs, Folsom Prison Blues, the audience was immediately whisked back in time to the heyday of Fifties' country rock'n'roll.

Clive John was convincing as "the Man in Black”, pointing his guitar at the audience in true Cash style.

Warming up the audience was the loveable and sharp-suited Spirit Band. Featuring a double bass, drums and electric guitar, the trio were responsible for the toe-tapping jazzy beat that infused the performance.

Three songs in, Jackson, saw the introduction of June Carter, performed by Amanda Stone. The playful and upbeat number captured the chemistry of the infamous Carter and Cash relationship, showing off Amanda’s throaty and powerful vocal abilities.

Painting a many-sided portrait of the music legend, the tribute explored both the highs and lows of Cash’s career. Number one hits such as I Walk the Line were juxtaposed to dips in his career such as 1980's Chicken In Black.

A slideshow displayed in the background harked back to Cash’s livelihood and career. During San Quentin, the film featured footage from his infamous prison performance.

Lit under spotlight, Clive John's’ highly-anticipated rendition of Hurt was a soulful and hypnotic performance that shed light upon the darker side of Cash’s personality. The singer’s soulful deep voice effortlessly tingled the spine.

Saving the best until last, the tribute had the entire audience on its feet dancing for final number Ring Of Fire, a sign of a truly brilliant show.

Review by Rebecca Elmer