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. 19H AGO

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #69 A Chapter in the History of the Blues Featuring: Son House

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL   EPISODE #69 3/05/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Son House Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell dig deep into the Delta soil for another powerful installment of A Chapter in the History of the Blues, spotlighting the raw and riveting Son House. From the haunting cry of “Death Letter Blues” to the spiritual intensity of “Preachin’ the Blues” and the hypnotic stomp of “Grinnin’ in Your Face,” this episode traces the fire and fury that made Son House one of the most influential figures in Delta blues history. His voice carried the weight of the church, the fields, and the human struggle, while his slide guitar carved out a sound that would shape Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, and generations beyond. Join us as we explore the music, the ministry, the mystery, and the rediscovery of a man who helped define the very foundation of the blues. Listen live Sundays at 7pm on 98.3 FM The Life, or catch the podcast anytime at thebusstopblues.com and all major streaming platforms. Punch your ticket, take your seat, and ride with us into the heart of the Delta. The Bus Stop Blues Where history lives… and the blues rolls on. Episode 69 Song List Son House – Death Letter Blues Son House – Grinnin’ in Your Face Son House – Preachin’ the Blues (Up Jumped the Devil) Son House – My Black Mama (Parts 1 & 2) Son House – Levee Camp Moan Son House – Dry Spell Blues Son House – Walking Blues Son House – County Farm Blues

    1h 7m

  2. 2D AGO

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #68 The Music Show (Featuring: King Crimson, Albert King, Alvin Lee, Buddy Guy, Big Men Big Music, Bonnie Raitt, Jimmy Nick, Jim Murry and Sadie Johnson)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM    EPISODE #68 3/03/26 -THE MUSIC SHOW Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   Episode 68 – March 3, 2026 All aboard, Musicland! This week’s Bus Stop Blues is a full ride through the open highway of sound, a handpicked music show packed with blues, roots, rock, and a few surprises along the way. Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell keep the conversation rolling between sets as the playlist moves from the soulful grooves of Jim Murry, Sadie Johnson, and Jimmy Nick to blues royalty and modern masters like Buddy Guy and Bonnie Raitt. The journey keeps cruising with the fiery energy of Alvin Lee, the deep groove of Albert King, and a curveball classic from King Crimson to round out the ride. It’s a little grit, a little groove, and a whole lot of great music, just the way the Bus runs. Listen live Sundays at 7pm on 98.3 FM The Life, or catch the podcast anytime at thebusstopblues.com and all major streaming platforms. Episode 68 Song List Jim Murry – S.F.P. (3:12) Sadie Johnson – Don’t Be Shy (4:57) Jimmy Nick – Couldn’t Rise to the Occasion (3:15) Big Men Big Music – Cadillac Man (2:26) Buddy Guy – Blues Chase the Blues Away (4:49) Bonnie Raitt – Love Sneakin’ Up on You (3:40)7. Alvin Lee – How Do You Do It (4:31) Alvin Lee – How Do You Do It (4:31) Albert King – Funk Shun (3:46) King Crimson – Book of Saturday (2:56) Kevin Purcell and the Nightburners – Funks Groove (4:09)

    58 min

  3. 4D AGO

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #67 W/ Special Guest: Kevin Mileski (Featuring: Stevie Ray Vaughan, Paul Simon, Tom Waits, Tracy Chapman, Jamie Cullum Shawn Colvin, and Big Men Big Music)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL   EPISODE #67 3/01/26 -Kevin Mileski Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill     This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell welcome back one of Chicagoland’s finest singer songwriters, Kevin Mileski. From mainstage moments at Craigstock to intimate performances at venues like Hey Nonny, Kevin brings a style that blends soul, storytelling, and serious musicianship. In this episode, we dive into his musical influences, the road stories behind the songs, and what keeps his creative fire burning. Featuring music from Stevie Ray Vaughan, Paul Simon, Tom Waits, Tracy Chapman, Jamie Cullum, Shawn Colvin, and more, the night builds toward a special live jam session that you won’t want to miss.   Song List  Big Men Big Music – Can’t Get Out Of It Jamie Cullum – Twentysomething Tracy Chapman – She Got Her Ticket Paul Simon – How the Heart Approaches What It Yearns Tom Waits – Diamonds on My Windshield Shawn Colvin – The Heart of Saturday Night Stevie Ray Vaughan – Life By the Drop

    2h 4m

  4. FEB 28

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #66 A Chapter in the History of the Blues Featuring: BB King

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL   EPISODE #66 2/26/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: BB King Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   The King Has Arrived at the Bus Stop This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell shine the spotlight on the legendary B.B. King, the man who gave the blues a voice that could whisper, cry, and soar all in the same breath. From his Mississippi roots to the world’s biggest stages, we trace the life, the sound, and the soul of Riley B. King. Hear the stories behind Lucille, the signature vibrato that changed guitar forever, and the timeless songs that made B.B. the undisputed King of the Blues. Featuring classic tracks, career highlights, and the lasting influence that shaped rock, soul, and modern blues, this episode is a tribute to one of the greatest musicians to ever bend a note. Join us Sunday at 7pm on 98.3 FM The Life, or listen anytime at thebusstopblues.com and all major podcast platforms.   Episode 66 Song List The Thrill Is Gone Sweet Little Angel Every Day I Have the Blues How Blue Can You Get Rock Me Baby Paying the Cost to Be the Boss I Like to Live the Love Why I Sing the Blues You Upset Me Baby Nobody Loves Me But My Mother

    1h 1m

  5. FEB 26

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #65 “The Music Show” (Featuring: ZZ Top, Grand Funk Railroad, Janis Joplin, Joe Bonamassa, The Honeydrippers, Chuck Berry and more)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM    EPISODE #65 2/24/26 -THE MUSIC SHOW Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   Welcome to The Bus Stop Blues, your home for great blues, roots, rock, and the stories behind the music. I’m your host, Road Bill, along with Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell, bringing you the sounds, the history, and the voices that keep the music alive. So grab a seat, turn it up, and enjoy the ride. The Bus Stop Blues starts now.

    1h 16m

  6. FEB 24

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #64 W/ Special Guest: JIM BELUSHI (Featuring: The Blues Brothers, The Allman Brothers, Son House, and Big Men Big Music)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL   EPISODE #64 2/17/26 -Jim Belushi Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin welcome a very special guest to the Big Bus — actor, comedian, musician, and bluesman Jim Belushi. From his Chicago roots to stages around the world, Jim shares stories from a life spent in entertainment, his deep connection to the blues, and his work with The Sacred Hearts, Big Men Big Music, and the legendary Blues Brothers. It’s a conversation filled with humor, heart, and a genuine love for the music that keeps the blues alive. Featuring music from Son House, The Blues Brothers, Big Men Big Music, and The Allman Brothers, this episode blends Delta roots, classic grooves, and modern energy — plus a special on-air jam session to close out the night. Join us for a powerful ride through music, stories, and soul with a man who lives the blues both on and off the stage. Listen live Sundays at 7pm on 98.3 FM The Life, or catch the podcast anytime at thebusstopblues.com and all major streaming platforms. The Bus Stop Blues Where the stories are real, the music is loud, and the blues always rides shotgun.   Song List Son House – John the Revelator The Blues Brothers – She Caught the Katy Big Men Big Music – Dig Myself a Hole The Blues Brothers – Messin’ with the Kid The Blues Brothers – Flip, Flop and Fly The Allman Brothers – One Way Out Big Men Big Music – Driving Wheel Big Men Big Music – 300 Pounds of Joy The Blues Brothers – Everybody Needs Somebody to Love

    2h 1m

  7. FEB 21

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #63 A Chapter in the History of the Blues Featuring: Janis Joplin

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL   EPISODE #63 2/19/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Janis Joplin Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   Janis Joplin didn’t just sing the blues… she lived them out loud. This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell dive into the life and legacy of the woman who brought Delta soul to the psychedelic age. From her deep roots in the music of Bessie Smith and Big Mama Thornton to her explosive rise at Monterey and her unforgettable recordings with Big Brother and the Holding Company and the Full Tilt Boogie Band, this episode traces the blues heartbeat inside Janis’s powerful voice. Hear the stories, the influences, and the songs that made her a force of nature, raw, vulnerable, and unforgettable.   Episode 63 Song List: Piece of My Heart The song that made her a force of nature. Pain, power, and no safety net. Ball and Chain Pure Big Mama Thornton lineage. Long, slow, and emotionally devastating. Cry Baby Full voice, full band, full heartbreak. Janis at maximum voltage. Summertime Haunting and blues soaked. She turns a lullaby into a confession. Me and Bobby McGee Her only No. 1 hit. Freedom wrapped in loss. Try (Just a Little Bit Harder) Soul driven and urgent. Janis pushing against the walls. Kozmic Blues Fame, loneliness, and exhaustion laid bare. Mercedes Benz A cappella, sarcastic, and painfully human. Recorded days before her death. Down on Me Early folk blues energy with teeth. Maybe Intimate and fragile. One of her most underrated performances.

    1h 5m

  8. FEB 20

    Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #62 “The Music Show” (Featuring: BB King, Jimi Hendrix, Grand Funk Railroad, ELO, Bo Didley, Janis Joplin, Ivy Ford, Gary Vincent, and Derrick Procell)

    The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL   EPISODE #62 2/17/26 - The Music Show Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   Welcome to The Bus Stop Blues, your home for great blues, roots, rock, and the stories behind the music. I’m your host, Road Bill, along with Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell, bringing you the sounds, the history, and the voices that keep the music alive. So grab a seat, turn it up, and enjoy the ride. The Bus Stop Blues starts now.

    1h 28m
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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
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
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