Queens of the Blues With Gina Coleman: I Need a A Little Sugar In My Bowl

Embark on a melodic journey back in time as we celebrate the life and legacy of Bessie Smith, the Empress of the Blues, with your guide Gina Coleman of Misty Blues. Our tribute transports you from the humble streets of Chattanooga to the lasting echoes of Bessie's influence in Clarksdale, Mississippi, where her story reaches its poignant crescendo. Through the soul-stirring hits like "St. Louis Blues" and the historic "Backwater Blues", we honor the woman whose voice became the soundtrack of an era. And with our special nod to "Gimme a Pigfoot and a Bottle of Beer", we reveal how Bessie Smith's versatility heralded the swing era, leaving an indelible impact on the blues and jazz landscapes.

Step into the iconic Cavern Club with us for a heartfelt rendition of "I Need a Little Sugar in My Bowl," carefully reimagined by Misty Blues for listeners of all ages, without losing an ounce of the original's fiery spirit. Feel the live energy as we infuse the tune with a new sweetness and soul, capturing the essence of Bessie's longing for love and companionship. This live performance is more than a tribute – it's a celebration, a testament to the undying vibrancy of the blues and the queen who reigned supreme over its kingdom. Join us for an episode that's not just about remembering the past, but about how a legend's music continues to live on through every note we play.

'Queens of the Blues' with Gina Coleman from the band Misty Blues, will explore the fertile landscape of female artists who were at the foundation of early recorded blues and celebrate music created by female blues artists up to present times.

The show will also give space for Gina’s friends, from varied creative backgrounds, to share the works of their most admired female blues artists and how they’ve influenced their artistry.

This episode, entitled Men Are Like Street Cars, is entirely about songs that inspired the birth of Misty Blues 25 years ago.

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