A Man Named Sue – the music of Johnny Cash and Other Outlaws

Sure as the sun sets in the west, rolling into the Centre on Friday, October 16, is A Man Named Sue, performing “The Songs of Johnny Cash — and Other Outlaws.”

A Man Named Sue (yes, that’s the name he insists on) graduated from Summerland Senior Secondary — eventually. He cheerfully admits he was “a bit of a career high‑school student.” His musical wanderings began in the early ’90s, playing with Top 40 bands, a couple of punk outfits, and even a KISS tribute band. Somewhere along the way, he fell head‑over‑boots for the music of Johnny Cash.

Sue debuted his outlaw persona at the Rutland May Day celebration in 2009, and he’s been on the road ever since — performing across the Pacific Northwest, Alberta, and even in Puerto Vallarta. He’s shared stages with all sorts of colourful characters, proving he can hold his own in just about any saloon, festival, or nightclub.

A one‑man band with a full, booming sound, Sue proudly claims his show is “about 70% Cash,” including some of Cash’s lesser‑known gems. The rest of the set rides the range with Willie, Waylon, Merle, and a little rock and roll to close things out. Expect high energy, cheeky humour, a steel‑string guitar, and a voice that could rattle the rafters. In his own words: “hard, dirty, Outlaw Country music.”

Last time Sue played the Centre, the room was pleasantly packed — and due to the previous audience’s requests, this time he’s bringing even more Johnny tunes. So y’all best c’mon down, hear?

Tickets are available at Artisans of the Okanagan for $20 “Cash” (we couldn’t resist) or $15 for SCCA members before noon on Wednesday, October 14. Otherwise, it’ll be a full‑on hold‑up at $25 at the door.

There’ll be a bar open for wine and beer for — you guessed it — cash.