the only reason that would possibly be savage is because he would be protesting gas prices. otherwise, he's just another alcoholic red neck that sings about being an alcoholic red neck.
Mr. Cash in my opinion was one of the greatest musicians of all time and he falls under the whole country aspect I agree though techno is straight garbage.
I like a lot of Johnny Cash but only his more bluesy/folky type of songs...not the Country. I can honestly say I have never heard a Country song I even thought was anywhere near good. But if I did I wouldn't have a problem saying I like it.