Acclaimed singer-songwriter and producer John Carter Cash is set to release his highly anticipated full-length album, Pineapple John, on September 12, 2025. The album is a cinematic journey that blends rich storytelling with captivating melodies, following the life of the life-worn singer-songwriter Pineapple John. As a preview of the album, John Carter Cash’s new single, “Snow On the Sand,” will be released on July 25 and is now available for pre-save here.
Pineapple John is a deeply thematic album, unfolding like a film with its own narrative arc. Produced by John Carter and Trey Call, the album explores themes of love, loss, redemption, and self-discovery. From the opening prelude “Nekid Man (Pineapple John Prelude)” to the closing track “The Island Fair/ Captain Jim’s Drunken Dream/ Carry On,” the album immerses listeners in a world that is both thought-provoking and emotionally rich.
“Snow On the Sand,” the first single from Pineapple John, serves as a pivotal moment in the album’s storyline. The track captures the emotional contrasts of the album, combining poignant lyrics with a stirring soundscape that reflects the warmth of the beach juxtaposed against the cold remnants of a past long left behind. The song’s release is just a taste of the album’s overarching journey, and fans can expect a mix of contemporary folk and timeless storytelling, all framed by Cash’s expert craftsmanship.
“I’m incredibly excited to share ‘Snow On The Sand,’” says John Carter Cash. “It’s the first glimpse into Pineapple John and the beginning of what I hope will be a deeply personal journey for my listeners. The full album is a reflection of life’s struggles and triumphs, and I can’t wait to share it with the world.”
The album features performances from some of country music's most talented artists. Marty Stuart plays electric guitar on “The Island Fair,” while Clare Bowen lends her voice as a background vocalist on both “The Hole In The Bottom of the Sea” and “The Island Fair.” Brandon Young, co-writer on “The Ocean Calling”, also contributes background vocals on “Pineapple John” among other songs. John Carter’s daughter A.B. Cash joins her father on “Beckoning Melody.” “The Hole in the Bottom of the Sea” (featuring vocals by John’s nephew Thomas Gabriel) and other collaborations contribute to the album’s depth, with each artist adding their unique touch to the tale.
Pineapple John features co-writes with a diverse group of songwriters, including Jack Ezra Cash, Caleb Caudle, Bill Miller, Thomas Gabriel, and others. Additionally, the album includes the classic song “Shame and Scandal,” written by Lord Melody, and a rendition of “Jamaica Farewell” by Irving Burgie. Pineapple John will be released by Avondale Records and distributed through The Orchard.
Tracklist for Pineapple John:
"Nekid Man (Pineapple John Prelude)" – John Carter Cash, Damon Fielder
"Pineapple John" – John Carter Cash, Jack Ezra Cash
"Sleeping with The Mermaids" – John Carter Cash, Jack Ezra Cash
"Uncle Ben The Devil and The Deep Blue Sea" – John Carter Cash, Jon Vaughn, Dave Daeger
"The Ballard of Spider John" – Willis Alan Ramsey
"Man Will Pray" – John Carter Cash
"The Hole In the Bottom of The Sea" – John Carter Cash, Thomas Gabriel
"Soon Come" – John Carter Cash
"Shame and Scandal" – Lord Melody
"Jamaica Farewell" – Irving Burgie
"Snow On The Sand" – John Carter Cash
"Beckoning Melody" – John Carter Cash, Anna Belle Cash
"Man Will Pray Slight Reprise" – John Carter Cash
"The Ocean Calling" – John Carter Cash, Brandon Robert Young
"The Island Fair/Captain Jim’s Drunken Dream/Carry On" – John Carter Cash, Joseph Cash
About John Carter Cash: Growing up among one of Country Music’s most recognizable families, it’s no surprise that John Carter Cash would mature to become an accomplished and award-winning record producer. John Carter has produced hundreds of recordings for dozens of artists within the past 25 years, including Loretta Lynn, Elvis Costello, Jamey Johnson, Chris Cornell, George Jones, Jewel, Mavis Staples, Brooks & Dunn, Sheryl Crow, Kris Kristofferson, Norman and Nancy Blake, Marty Stuart, Carrie Underwood, Tanya Tucker, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Rosanne Cash, John Cowan, Vince Gill, Rodney Crowell, Carlene Carter, Reba McEntire, and John Prine. A two-time GRAMMY® Award winner, John Carter has also contributed to an additional six GRAMMY®-winning projects as a producer, writer, or collaborator—underscoring his long-standing impact on American music. The grandson of Maybelle Carter and the only son from the marriage of John R Cash and June Carter Cash, he preserves the family legacy and is a caretaker to the heritage of his musical ancestors. John Carter and his wife Ana Cristina Cash own and operate Cash Cabin Enterprises, LLC in Hendersonville, TN.
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