Linda Imperial has released a personal tribute song, "Tulsa Rose." A heartfelt tribute to the resilient women of Native American ancestry, specifically the Muscogee Nation. This song captures the strength, determination, and pride that flows through generations, inspired by the experiences of the artist’s heritage. It reflects on these women's hardships and the fortitude they exhibited through times of unimaginable adversity. With this song, the artist honors their legacy, believing that anything could be faced and overcome if these powerful women could endure such trials. "Tulsa Rose" is a testament to perseverance, a reminder of the unshakable strength embedded in one’s heritage, and is available on all streaming music platforms HERE.
The official video in support of “Tulsa Rose” honors the enduring spirit of unyielding women of her heritage and was produced by Eklectrik Music - Nashville, TN. The video is available on her official artist YouTube Channel.
When asked about the inspiration for this song, Imperial shared, “The song was performed and recorded live to give us that authentic feel. "'Tulsa Rose' is my expression of pride for the unbelievably strong women of my Native American ancestry. Inspired by my grandmother Matty Posey and my great-grandmother Nancy Harjo Posey (Muscogee), I believe that If they could have endured times of such incredible misery and upheaval, I should be able to endure anything - and persevere.”
"Imperial is an amazingly talented woman, and even with all of the competition she’s facing, she’s sounding like a member of the elite class here without question."-Daily Pop News.
A hidden gem not lost in time,
A fighter for my soul,
A tender spirit so sweet and kind,
This tall and lovely Tulsa Rose.
Stands up for life, protects her own,
But hers was really harsh,
Not one to complain when winter came,
This Tulsa Rose kept her smile.
Walkin’ the black/gold divide,
Oklahoma was the corral,
For every tribe and every nation
Was forced to live a broken vow
(Rebel yell! 4 or 5 times)
The journey she took was harsh and long,
Not many survived,
Yet here we have such a lovely rose
That’s traveled so many miles.
A hundred years or so have come and gone
But the seeds of love survived,
Blooming from the earth, our sacred will,
That sacred will can never die.
(Rebel Yell!...)
Recorded at Free Mountain Studio, the new music was produced by Linda Imperial and David Freiberg, with Thomas Woodfill acting as second engineer. Backing vocals by David Freiberg, Diana Mongano, and Linda Imperial recorded live by Phillip Roscoe Gallo. Studio musicians on the project included Jude Gold (Baritone Guitar), Dore Coller (Guitar), Prairie Prince (Drums), Marc Levine (Bass), and Eamonn Flynn (Piano).
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