As I play Elizabeth Cotton's "Freight Train," I'm reminded of the storied journey of the blues, a path richly adorned by the voices of women who've shaped its soulful history. I'm Gina Coleman from Misty Blues, and this episode is your ticket to ride the rails of blues music, exploring train-inspired tunes that echo through time. From the self-taught genius of Cotton's left-handed guitar to the vibrant echoes of Mabel Scott's performances, we unpack the narratives of songs that have traversed the landscapes of heartache and triumph.

Imagine the electric buzz of Harlem's Cotton Club as we resurrect the spirit of Mabel Scott's "Boogie Woogie Choo Choo Train," a number that swings with the rhythm of the tracks. Through personal reflections and performances, we celebrate the impact of these blues icons, drawing connections to our own experiences on stage. So, fix yourself a drink, settle back, and let the blues train whisk you away to a bygone era as we pay tribute to the women who turned their stories into the soundtrack of the American journey.

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