JIM YORFIDO as
"A Man In Black" ~ (Johnny Cash - The Man In Black)
Canadian, Jim Yorfido – Best known for his starring role as Johnny Cash in The Sun Records Show, the official international touring show of the famed Memphis based label that launched the career of the Man in Black in 1955. It’s a role Yorfido has been honing for about nine years; the latest part of a music career that spans more than four decades, since his teenage years growing up in Welland, Ontario Canada. While he’s always included some Johnny Cash songs in his repertoire –“Folsom Prison Blues” is a favourite – he really got into the swing of things when he joined The Sun Records Story. In his Johnny Cash show, Yorfido also includes some of Cash’s later recordings with producer Rick Rubin, particularly his cover of 'Nine Inch Nails’, “Hurt.” Johnny's covers of modern rock offerings exposed him to another generation of music lovers; a fact reflected in the age mix of Yorfido's audiences.
Yorfido’s portrayal of Cash, the music icon who died in 2003, has won him plenty of accolades. In fact, it got him the role of the Man in Black in a film called “The Legend of Jimi Lazer”, in which he also sings the title song. It was a brand-new experience for Yorfido, who enjoyed a behind-the-scenes look at film-making. The film was shot in the Niagara Region and you can view the official trailer here: http://www.cubecity.org/jimilazer_film.htm and watch Lazer Us - Three Days music video from the movie soundtrack here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGbVjhrHt2A&feature=share
"A Man In Black" ~ (Johnny Cash - The Man In Black)
Canadian, Jim Yorfido – Best known for his starring role as Johnny Cash in The Sun Records Show, the official international touring show of the famed Memphis based label that launched the career of the Man in Black in 1955. It’s a role Yorfido has been honing for about nine years; the latest part of a music career that spans more than four decades, since his teenage years growing up in Welland, Ontario Canada. While he’s always included some Johnny Cash songs in his repertoire –“Folsom Prison Blues” is a favourite – he really got into the swing of things when he joined The Sun Records Story. In his Johnny Cash show, Yorfido also includes some of Cash’s later recordings with producer Rick Rubin, particularly his cover of 'Nine Inch Nails’, “Hurt.” Johnny's covers of modern rock offerings exposed him to another generation of music lovers; a fact reflected in the age mix of Yorfido's audiences.
Yorfido’s portrayal of Cash, the music icon who died in 2003, has won him plenty of accolades. In fact, it got him the role of the Man in Black in a film called “The Legend of Jimi Lazer”, in which he also sings the title song. It was a brand-new experience for Yorfido, who enjoyed a behind-the-scenes look at film-making. The film was shot in the Niagara Region and you can view the official trailer here: http://www.cubecity.org/jimilazer_film.htm and watch Lazer Us - Three Days music video from the movie soundtrack here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGbVjhrHt2A&feature=share
- "Johnny Cash was one of my best friends. I have only heard one man come close to singing like him. It’s that guy (Jim Yorfido) on stage right there! He’s got soul." Gordie Tapp (Famed Hee Haw Show)
- "There’s a very obvious reason why Jim was offered that prestigious role in the Sun Records Show. Without a doubt, his voice is the best Cash sound alike in the industry. He has that same booming baritone and each song performed in the original Johnny Cash key." Bill Culp
"JOHNNY CASH: The Ultimate Tribute!!" featuring the AMAZING James Yorfido
With his show "A Man In Black", James Yorfido has re-created the ultimate Johnny Cash show by perfecting the look, sound and charisma of "The Man In Black".
Vocally, his striking Baritone voice is a rarity amongst Cash performers…he actually has the exact same vocal range as “The Man In Black” himself!
Musically, his three-piece backing band truly captures the CASH sound with unmatched authenticity: upright "slap" bass, note-for-note guitar licks, count-for-count drum beats, all performed on expensive, vintage instruments and equipment.
In addition to capturing the “CASH sound”, James Yorfido successfully re-creates the distinctive look of "The Man In Black", with meticulous attention paid to every detail of the CASH wardrobe.
This professionally scripted show features amazing historical facts combined with hilarious dialogue and audience interaction, to further complete an incredible audience experience.
With his show "A Man In Black", James Yorfido has re-created the ultimate Johnny Cash show by perfecting the look, sound and charisma of "The Man In Black".
Vocally, his striking Baritone voice is a rarity amongst Cash performers…he actually has the exact same vocal range as “The Man In Black” himself!
Musically, his three-piece backing band truly captures the CASH sound with unmatched authenticity: upright "slap" bass, note-for-note guitar licks, count-for-count drum beats, all performed on expensive, vintage instruments and equipment.
In addition to capturing the “CASH sound”, James Yorfido successfully re-creates the distinctive look of "The Man In Black", with meticulous attention paid to every detail of the CASH wardrobe.
This professionally scripted show features amazing historical facts combined with hilarious dialogue and audience interaction, to further complete an incredible audience experience.
