VOTD: Po’ Ramblin’ Boys “Next Train South”

“Next Train South” is a song by The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys. It was released as a single through Rounder Records. The song takes us on a poignant journey of a man who, in a bid to start anew, decides to leave his former lover and board the next train south without a clear destination in mind, just wanting to escape his current situation1.

The song is a testament to The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys’ unwavering commitment to reviving the old-time bluegrass sound. First released in 2018, “Next Train South” is a rendition of a song that dates back to 1974, originally by Missouri group Dub Crouch, Norman Ford & The Bluegrass Rounders. The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys’ version beautifully captures the essence of traditional bluegrass music with a modern twist, reflecting on the pain of lost love and the hope for new beginnings.