Done in a Field Holler/Work Song style, this tune depicts the trials of the Chinese immigrants who played such a major role in the building of the Transcontinental Railroad.
We added the background sounds to assist in painting a more vivid aural image.
Dig those gritty vocals by Chris!
credits
from Just Me and My Friend(s),
track released May 13, 2021
Written by: Charlie Barath
Vocals: Chris Sutton
Harmonica: Charlie Barath
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