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Mystery Train

recording by Presley

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"Mystery Train" is a song recorded by Elvis Presley. It was produced by Sam Phillips at Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee. The recording session featured Presley, guitarist Scotty Moore, and bassist Bill Black, and their repertoire included blues and country songs, as well as gospel hymns. "Mystery Train" was released in August 1955 and became arguably Presley's greatest record, contributing to his substantial Southern following.12

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