This Train

The Zoo Crew, those groovy hippie DJs at THE ZOO radio station, are spinning "This Train" by Joe Bonamassa from his album Blues Of Desperation for all the Zoo Freaks tuning in. This high-energy track, released in 2016, kicks off the album with a gritty, blues-rock punch, blending Bonamassa’s searing guitar and soulful vocals. In an interview with Sonic Perspectives, Joe described "This Train" as a song about momentum and perseverance, saying it’s “a metaphor for keeping your life on track, like a train rolling steady down the rails.” The driving rhythm and raw intensity make it a fan favorite, perfect for the Zoo Crew’s eclectic, high-spirited vibe.

Trivia and stories about "This Train" have lit up fan chatter. A post on Facebook from Joe’s team highlighted the song’s live debut during his 2016 tour, noting how the crowd roared for its relentless groove, a moment captured in clips shared on Instagram. In a chat with Rock At Night, Bonamassa revealed the track was recorded at Grand Victor Studios in Nashville, with a live-in-the-room feel that channels the spirit of classic blues and rock. Fans on Joe Bonamassa Fans love its nod to traditional train blues, with one post calling it “a freight train of sound,” ideal for Zoo Freaks craving a bold, rootsy ride.

Joe Bonamassa, a blues-rock titan, got his start in Utica, New York, born on May 8, 1977. A guitar prodigy, he began playing at age four, inspired by his father’s record collection of blues legends like B.B. King, Muddy Waters, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. By 12, he was opening for B.B. King, who famously told him, “Kid, you’ve got it,” fueling his drive. In the late 1980s, he formed the band Bloodline with sons of Miles Davis and Robby Krieger, releasing a 1994 album that blended rock and blues, earning early buzz.

Bonamassa’s solo career took off with his 2000 debut, A New Day Yesterday, and he’s since released over 15 studio albums, becoming a blues-rock powerhouse. Explore his journey at his official website, follow updates on Facebook, check live shots and studio peeks on Instagram, and catch posts on X. Fans gather at Joe Bonamassa Net for news and gear talk, and the Joe Bonamassa Fans Facebook group is a hot spot for Zoo Freaks and others to share their love for his electrifying sound.