The REAL Story Behind “Long Black Train” | Josh Turner

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Josh Turner sits down with Dillon Weldon on the Drifting Cowboy Podcast to reveal the real story behind “Long Black Train”—including the powerful vision that inspired one of the most unforgettable songs in modern country music. Josh also reflects on 20 years of “Your Man” and shares the story behind the career-defining hit. He opens up about growing up surrounded by music, the vocal cord injury that left him wondering whether he would ever sing again, meeting the legendary Johnny Cash, and recording “Me and God” with bluegrass icon Ralph Stanley. From the songs that changed his life to the moments that nearly ended his career, Josh tells the stories behind his unmistakable voice, his faith,…