Welcome back to When Words Fail, Music Speaks, the podcast that battles depression and heartache with the healing power of song. I’m your host, James Cox, and today we’re honored to sit down with a true powerhouse of soul, strength, and the blues—Miss Freddie, the Pittsburgh‑born “Lady of the Blues.”

From singing in church choirs as a child to surviving cancer twice, Miss Freddye's journey is a testament to resilience. By day she’s a full‑time nurse and devoted mom, and by night she commands two dynamic ensembles: Roots of the Soul—her evolving blues‑rock‑R&B outfit—and Miss Freddye's Home Cooking Band, a genre‑bending crew that serves up everything from gospel to jazz, country, and classic rock.

In this conversation we’ll explore:

• The roots of the blues—Clarksdale vs. Memphis and the lore of Robert Johnson.
• What the title “Pittsburgh Lady of the Blues” means to her personally.
• How music helped her navigate two cancer battles and chronic stage fright.
• Her ever‑growing musical palate—from classical piano to heavy metal, jazz, and beyond.
• The behind‑the‑scenes struggles of a performer who still gets nervous at 15.
• A dream she’s still chasing: mastering the bass guitar.
• And a handful of fun lightning‑round revelations—her favorite live song (“Slipping Away”), the biggest crowd she’s ever played (Picklesburg), and a surprising future plan to open a barber shop.

Stay tuned as we dive deep into Miss Freddye's story, her empowering anthem “Lady of the Blues,” and the heart‑fueled music that keeps her moving forward. Whether you’re a blues devotee, a fellow survivor, or simply someone looking for a lift, this episode is a reminder that when words fall short, the music always speaks.

Website:

https://missfreddye.com