The Bus Stop Blues’s Podcast
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.
Episodes
EPISODE #130
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/26/26 - with special guest Emily and Jeremy Beyer from - New Vintage Strings
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
The Bus Stop Blues Episode 130 | July 26, 2026Guest: Jeremy & Emily Beyer of New Vintage Strings
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin we...
EPISODE #129
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/23/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
The Bus Stop Blues: A Chapter in the History of the Blues, R.L. Burnside Episode 129 | July 23, 2026A Chapter in the History of the Blues: R.L. Burnside
This week, Road Bill and Kevin continue their A Chapter i...
EPISODE #128
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/21/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
The Bus Stop Blues Episode 128 | July 21, 2026The Music Show
All aboard! This week, Road Bill and Kevin are back behind the microphones for another edition of The Music Show, serving up an eclectic mix of blues...
EPISODE #127
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/19/26 - with special guest Heather Moran (Bluewater Creek) with Chris Grant and Mike Church
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 127 - The Bus Stop BluesDate: July 19, 2026 Guests: Heather Moran (Bluewater Creek) & Mike Church
Episode 127 of The Bus Stop Blues welcomes two familiar faces aboard the Big Bus ...
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 McGheeDate: July 16, 2026
Episode 126 of The Bus Stop Blues shines a spotlight on one of the greatest partnerships in blues his...
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...
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 even...
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: MemphisDate: 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 explor...
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 ...
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...
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 BerryDate: 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 tr...
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 ...
EPISODE #118
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/28/26 - with special guest Kevin Ward
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 118 of The Bus Stop Blues cranks the amplifiers into classic rock territory as Road Bill and Kevin welcome special guest Kevin Ward, lead vocalist of the acclaimed Led Zeppelin tribute band Kashmir. Known for delivering the power, energy,...
EPISODE #117
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/25/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Elvis
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 117 – A Chapter in the History of the Blues: ElvisOn Episode 117 of The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin take a special look at one of the most influential figures in American music history as A Chapter in the His...
EPISODE #116
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/23/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 116 – The Music Show (06/23/26)Episode 116 of The Bus Stop Blues is another high-octane Music Show packed with a blend of blues, rock, and roots music from both local favorites and legendary artists. Road Bill and Kevin climb aboard the Big Bus ...
EPISODE #115
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/21/26 - with special guest J.C. Pasquel
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 115 of The Bus Stop Blues brings a heavy dose of guitar firepower as Road Bill and Kevin welcome Chicagoland guitarist J.C. Pasquel aboard the Big Bus. Known for his expressive playing, road-tested experience, and deep roots in blues an...
EPISODE #111
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/11/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Honey Boy Edwards
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 111 – A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Honey Boy EdwardsEpisode 114 of The Bus Stop Blues rolls back into the roots of American music with another installment of A Chapter in the History of the...
EPISODE #113
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/16/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 113 – The Music Show (06/16/26)Episode 113 of The Bus Stop Blues fires up the jukebox for another high-energy Music Show packed with blues, rock, soul, and a little highway dust kicked into the speakers. Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues&r...
EPISODE #112
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/14/26 - with special guest Gina Knight
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 112 of The Bus Stop Blues rolls in with special guest Gina Knight, a powerhouse drummer and percussionist who has spent years driving the rhythm of the Chicagoland music scene. Road Bill and Kevin sit down with Gina to talk music, life b...
EPISODE #111
Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 06/11/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Honey Boy Edwards
Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill
Episode 111 – A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Honey Boy EdwardsEpisode 111 of The Bus Stop Blues takes a ride deep into the roots of Delta blues with another installment of A Chapter in the History ...
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