ARTFEED — Contemporary Art Intelligence

Sky Arte series explores last days of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash

other · 2026-05-04

Sky Arte airs a double episode of its series focusing on the final day of international rockstars. The episodes, broadcast on Wednesday, October 9, examine the careers and lives of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, both music legends. Presley, known as the 'king' and a revolutionary force in music, died at age 42 in 1977 due to drug abuse. Cash, famous for his deep baritone voice and songs oscillating between pain and redemption, had a historic romantic and professional partnership with June Carter. Cash died in 2003, four months after Carter's passing; they are buried side by side in Hendersonville. The Sky Arte website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.

Key facts

  • Sky Arte airs a series on the last day of international rockstars.
  • Two episodes broadcast on Wednesday, October 9.
  • Episodes cover Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash.
  • Elvis Presley died at age 42 in 1977 from drug abuse.
  • Johnny Cash died in 2003, four months after June Carter.
  • Cash and Carter are buried side by side in Hendersonville.
  • Sky Arte website is powered by Artribune.
  • Artribune manages content and digital interface for Sky Arte.

Entities

Artists

  • Elvis Presley
  • Johnny Cash
  • June Carter

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Hendersonville

Sources