The Bus Stop Blues’s Podcast

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The Bus Stop Blues podcast, a three times a week radio show broadcasted from live and recorded at 98.3 FM – The Life radio station in Northern Lake County, Illinois from 7pm on Tuesday's, Thursday's and Sunday nights. The show features blues inspired music, with originals from Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners as well as Blues legends from today and yesteryear. The show includes “Tales From The Road” a recurring feature, plus witty conversations from your hosts and special in studio guests.

  1. 1d ago

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #126 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #126 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/16/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 126 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee Date: July 16, 2026 Episode 126 of The Bus Stop Blues shines a spotlight on one of the greatest partnerships in blues history as Road Bill and Kevin present another installment of A Chapter in the History of the Blues, featuring the legendary duo of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee. For more than four decades, Sonny Terry's energetic harmonica playing and Brownie McGhee's smooth vocals and masterful guitar work helped bring the sounds of Piedmont and country blues to audiences around the world. Their music bridged the gap between the rural blues traditions of the South and the folk revival movement of the 1950s and 1960s, influencing countless musicians along the way. Throughout the episode, Road and Kevin explore the lives, music, and enduring legacy of these two blues giants through songs that tell stories of hard times, the open road, friendship, perseverance, and hope. From train songs and spirituals to drinking tunes and heartfelt blues, this episode captures the warmth, humor, and authenticity that made Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee beloved figures in American music. Featured Songs Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Key To The Highway Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – When I Was Drinking Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Po' Boy Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Drinkin' In The Blues Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Down By The Riverside Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Cornbread, Peas and Black Molasses Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Midnight Special Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Blues For The Lowland Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Early In The Morning Blues Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – I Was Born With The Blues Climb aboard the Big Bus as we journey back to the front porches, railroad tracks, and folk festivals that helped shape the sound of American blues. Episode 126 is a celebration of two masters whose music continues to echo through every harmonica wail and every acoustic blues guitar played today.

  2. 3d ago

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #125 The Music Show (Tom Holland, Sadie Johnson, Kings and Assc, Cream, Edgar Winter, The Nighthawks, Blues Brothers, SRV, Samantha Fish and Lynyrd Skynyrd)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #125 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/14/26 - The Music Show Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 125 of The Bus Stop Blues delivers another exciting edition of The Music Show, with Road Bill and Kevin taking listeners on a musical road trip filled with blues, rock, and a few hidden gems along the way. This week's ride features a terrific mix of local and legendary artists, beginning with Tom Holland, Sadie Johnson, and Kings and Associates before diving into classics from Cream, Edgar Winter, and The Nighthawks. The second half of the show keeps the wheels turning with favorites from the Blues Brothers, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Samantha Fish, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. From Chicago blues and Texas guitar fire to Southern rock and modern blues voices, Episode 125 is packed with great songs, lively conversation, and the kind of musical discoveries that make every ride aboard the Big Bus a little different. Featured Songs Tom Holland – More Things Change Sadie Johnson – Natural Distractions Kings and Associates – Nitty Gritty Cream – Born Under A Bad Sign Edgar Winter – Give It Everything You Got The Nighthawks – Big Boss Man The Blues Brothers – Messin' with the Kid Stevie Ray Vaughan – Mary Had A Little Lamb Samantha Fish – All Ice No Whiskey Lynyrd Skynyrd – Double Trouble So, punch your ticket, grab a seat in the back of the Big Bus, and join Road Bill and Kevin for another unforgettable journey through the music that keeps our hearts beating and our speakers humming on The Bus Stop Blues.

  3. 5d ago

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #124 - W/ Special Guest: Rob Stepen with Kate Payton

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #124 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/12/26 - with special guest Rob Stepen with Kate Payton Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 124 of The Bus Stop Blues welcomes back a familiar friend as musician and songwriter Rob Stephan returns to the Big Bus, this time joined by special guest Kate Payton for an evening of music, stories, and a little live jamming to close out the night. Road Bill and Kevin spend the evening catching up with Rob, talking about his musical journey, his work with The Generations, and the songs and artists that have inspired him along the way. Kate joins the conversation as the crew dives into favorite music, life on stage, and the experiences that keep musicians coming back to the spotlight time and time again. The soundtrack for the evening is packed with legendary artists and unforgettable songs from Samantha Fish, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Deep Purple, The Police, Duran Duran, Led Zeppelin, and Aerosmith. From blues-fueled guitar workouts and arena-rock anthems to new wave classics and hard-rock favorites, Episode 124 travels through decades of music with the kind of energy that only happens when good friends gather around great songs. Featured Songs Samantha Fish – Faster Eric Clapton – Layla Jimi Hendrix – Red House The Who – Won't Get Fooled Again Deep Purple – Smoke on the Water The Police – Every Breath You Take Duran Duran – Rio Led Zeppelin – Rock And Roll Aerosmith – Sweet Emotion Plus, stick around for some live jammin' as Rob and Kate help bring another memorable night aboard The Bus Stop Blues to a rocking finish. Punch your ticket, find a seat near the back, and enjoy another ride filled with music, memories, and stories from the road on The Bus Stop Blues

  4. Jul 11

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #123 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Memphis

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #123 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/09/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Memphis Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 123 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Memphis Date: July 9, 2026 Episode 123 of The Bus Stop Blues rolls straight down Beale Street for another installment of A Chapter in the History of the Blues, this time exploring one of the most important music cities ever carved into the American landscape: Memphis, Tennessee. Road Bill and Kevin take listeners on a musical journey through the city that helped give birth to blues, rock and roll, soul, rockabilly, and rhythm & blues. From the smoky clubs of Beale Street and the legendary halls of Sun Studio to the soul-powered sound of Stax Records, Memphis became the crossroads where American music found electricity, grit, and swagger. Throughout the episode, the crew dives into the artists, songs, and stories that shaped Memphis into a musical capital known around the world. Featuring legendary tracks connected to the city’s deep musical roots, Episode 123 captures the sound of riverboats, neon signs, train whistles, and amplifiers glowing long after midnight. Featured Songs Carl Perkins – Blue Suede Shoes Albert King – Born Under A Bad Sign Junior Parker – Mystery Train Paul Simon – Graceland Marc Cohn – Walking in Memphis Chuck Berry – Memphis Sam and Dave – Soul Man Creedence Clearwater Revival – Proud Mary Johnny Cash – I'm Going To Memphis Bob Dylan – Stuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues Again Join us for a ride through the history, soul, and musical heartbeat of Memphis, a city whose influence still echoes through blues clubs, jukeboxes, and guitar amplifiers across the world.

  5. Jul 9

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #122 The Music Show (Dan Peters, Skip Towne, Skapone, The Family Stone, Stanley Clarke, KC and the Sunshine, SRV, Joe Bonamassa, Taj Mahal, and Johnny Cash)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #122 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/07/26 - The Music Show Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill      Episode 122 of The Bus Stop Blues delivers another eclectic Music Show packed with blues, funk, rock, soul, ska, and a little outlaw country rolling through the speakers like a jukebox with chrome wheels and no speed limit. Road Bill and Kevin guide listeners through a wide-ranging musical ride featuring both regional talent and legendary artists from across the musical spectrum. The evening kicks off with tracks from The West Side Winders, Skip Towne, and Skapone before diving headfirst into grooves from Sly and the Family Stone, Stanley Clarke, and KC and the Sunshine Band. The second half of the ride turns up the guitar heat with Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Bonamassa, and Taj Mahal before closing out with the unmistakable sound of Johnny Cash. From funky bass lines and horn-driven rhythms to blues guitar scorchers and railroad-track storytelling, Episode 122 keeps the Big Bus rolling through every musical neighborhood imaginable. Featured Songs The West Side Winders – Can’t Get A Break Skip Towne – Just A Little Bit Skapone – Armed and Dangerous Sly and the Family Stone – Babies Makin’ Babies Stanley Clarke – Lopsy Lu KC and the Sunshine Band – Boogie Shoes Stevie Ray Vaughan – The House Is Rockin’ Joe Bonamassa – Ball Peen Hammer Taj Mahal – Señor Blues Johnny Cash – Folsom Prison Blues Another night, another ticket punched aboard The Bus Stop Blues, where blues roots, funky grooves, and late-night radio magic all ride together under the dashboard glow.

  6. Jul 7

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #121 - W/ Special Guest: Bill Pantle

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #121 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/06/26 - with special guest Bill Pantle Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 121 of The Bus Stop Blues brings a little Rat Pack swagger aboard the Big Bus as Road Bill and Kevin welcome special guest Bill “Bob” Pantle for a night filled with stories, laughter, classic crooner vibes, and an unexpected detour through rock, blues, and modern jam-band sounds. Known around Chicagoland for his smooth Sinatra-style performances and timeless stage presence, Bill Pantle joins the crew to talk about the music that shaped him, the songs that inspired him to perform, and the artists he’s listening to today. From old-school Vegas cool to guitar-driven rock and atmospheric modern grooves, this episode travels across decades of musical influence without ever taking its foot off the gas. The soundtrack for the evening features Kraig Kenning, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Frank Sinatra, The Doors, Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, The Marcus King Band, Khruangbin, and Goose. Whether it’s the smoky glow of Sinatra classics, the thunder of Zeppelin, or the laid-back sonic drift of Khruangbin, Episode 121 rides like a jukebox parked outside a casino at midnight with a blues station fading in through the static. Featured Songs Kraig Kenning – Let The Good Times Roll Lynyrd Skynyrd – I Know A Little Frank Sinatra – This Town Frank Sinatra – Street Of Dreams Frank Sinatra – I've Got The World On A String The Doors – The Changeling Led Zeppelin – The Rain Song Bad Company – Can't Get Enough The Marcus King Band – Homesick Khruangbin – May Ninth Goose – Good Times Bad Times So loosen the tie, settle into your seat near the back of the Big Bus, and enjoy another unforgettable ride through music history, personality, and stories from the road on The Bus Stop Blues.

  7. Jul 4

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #120 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Chuck Berry

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #120 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/02/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Chuck Berry Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 120 – A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Chuck Berry Date: July 2, 2026 Episode 120 of The Bus Stop Blues turns the ignition key on the history of rock and roll as Road Bill and Kevin spotlight one of the true architects of modern music in A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Chuck Berry. Widely celebrated as one of the founding fathers of rock and roll, Chuck Berry fused blues, rhythm & blues, country, and storytelling into a sound that forever changed popular music. His guitar riffs, energetic performances, and unforgettable lyrics became the blueprint for generations of musicians that followed, influencing everyone from The Beatles and Rolling Stones to AC/DC and beyond. Throughout the episode, Road and Kevin explore Berry’s remarkable career, groundbreaking songwriting, signature guitar style, and the lasting impact he had on blues and rock music alike. Packed with classic recordings and timeless energy, this episode rides straight down the center line of American music history. Featured Songs Chuck Berry – Maybellene Chuck Berry – Roll Over Beethoven Chuck Berry – School Days Chuck Berry – Rock And Roll Music Chuck Berry – Reelin’ & Rockin’ Chuck Berry – Sweet Little Sixteen Chuck Berry – Johnny B. Goode Chuck Berry – Carol Chuck Berry – Memphis Chuck Berry – No Particular Place To Go From duck walks and hot guitar licks to jukebox anthems and teenage dreams, Episode 120 celebrates the music and legacy of Chuck Berry, a man whose sound still roars through amplifiers and dance floors around the world.

  8. Jul 2

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #119 The Music Show (Derrick Procell, Ivy Ford, Keith Semple, KWS, Chris Duarte, Elvis, Etta James, Janis Joplin, Susan Tedeschi, and SRV)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #119 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/30/26 - The Music Show Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill  Episode #119 of The Bus Stop Blues delivers another wide-ranging Music Show packed with blues, soul, rock, and powerhouse vocals from both modern artists and timeless legends. Road Bill and Kevin steer the Big Bus through a night of fiery guitar work, heartfelt songwriting, and classic tracks that hit like neon reflections off a chrome bumper rolling down a midnight highway. The evening features an outstanding lineup including Derrick Procell, Ivy Ford, Keith Semple, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Chris Duarte, Elvis Presley, Etta James, Janis Joplin, Susan Tedeschi, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. From gritty blues grooves and soulful ballads to hard-driving rock and Texas-sized guitar tones, Episode 119 keeps the speakers glowing from start to finish. Road and Kevin mix stories, conversation, and musical appreciation throughout the ride, spotlighting artists who continue to shape the sound and spirit of blues and rock music across generations. Featured Songs Derrick Procell – I Can't Say No Ivy Ford – Mama Didn’t Raise No Fool Keith Semple – Hand On My Heart Kenny Wayne Shepherd – Blue on Black Chris Duarte – Amy Lee Elvis Presley – Jailhouse Rock Etta James – Good Lookin’ Janis Joplin – Piece Of My Heart Susan Tedeschi – It Hurt So Bad Stevie Ray Vaughan – Life By the Drop Another ticket punched, another musical road trip rolling through the heart of blues and rock on The Bus Stop Blues.

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The Bus Stop Blues podcast, a three times a week radio show broadcasted from live and recorded at 98.3 FM – The Life radio station in Northern Lake County, Illinois from 7pm on Tuesday's, Thursday's and Sunday nights. The show features blues inspired music, with originals from Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners as well as Blues legends from today and yesteryear. The show includes “Tales From The Road” a recurring feature, plus witty conversations from your hosts and special in studio guests.

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  • Creator
    thebusstopblues
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    129
  • Rating
    Explicit
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