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
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EPISODE #93
Aired 04/30/26 -A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Les Paul
Host: Road Bill
Step into the workshop of a true innovator on Episode 93 of The Bus Stop Blues with another installment of “A Chapter in the History of the Blues,” featuring the legendary Les Paul.
Road Bill explore...
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EPISODE #92
Aired 04/28/26 - The Music Show
Host: Road Bill
Jump on board for Episode 92 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill rolls out another edition of “The Music Show”—no guest, just a non-stop ride of great music.
This episode spans blues, rock, and soul with a diverse lineup featuring Ar...
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EPISODE #91
Aired 04/26/26 -Tom Trinka
Hosts: Road Bill and guest co-host Mitch the Lip
All aboard for Episode 91 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill is joined by guest host Mitch “The Lip” for a night of groove, horns, and serious musical flavor.
In the studio, they welcome saxophonist Tom ...
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EPISODE #90
Aired 4/23/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
Take a ride through soul, slide guitar, and timeless songwriting on Episode 90 of The Bus Stop Blues with another installment of “A Chapter in the History of the Blues,” featuring the incredible Bonnie Raitt.
...
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EPISODE #89
Aired 4/21/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
Jump on board for Episode 89 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill and Kevin Purcell roll out another edition of “The Music Show”—packed wall-to-wall with great tunes and no guest, just the music.
This episode del...
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EPISODE #88
Aired 04/19/26 -Brett Vandenberg and Vic Perrino
Hosts: Road Bill and Kevin Purcell
All aboard for Episode 88 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill and Kevin welcome Chicago guitarist Brett Vandenberg and Vic Perrino to the studio.
Evolution Blues Band brings soul, feel, and seriou...
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EPISODE #87
Aired 4/16/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Little Walter
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
Step into the electrified heart of Chicago blues on Episode 87 of The Bus Stop Blues with another installment of “A Chapter in the History of the Blues,” featuring t...
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EPISODE #86
4/14/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
Jump on board for Episode 86 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill and Kevin bring you another edition of “The Music Show”—no guest, just a full ride of killer tracks.
This episode features a powerhouse mix of b...
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EPISODE #85
04/12/26 -Pierre Lacocque from, Mississippi Heat
Hosts: Road Bill with Special Guest host Dan Peters
All aboard for Episode 85 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill is joined by special guest host Dan “Showstopper” Peters for a night packed with Chicago blues history and world-clas...
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EPISODE #84
4/09/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Etta James
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
Take a ride through soul, blues, and raw emotion on Episode 84 of The Bus Stop Blues with another installment of “A Chapter in the History of the Blues,” this time shining the spotli...
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EPISODE #83
4/07/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
Jump on board for Episode 83 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill and Kevin bring you another edition of “The Music Show”—no guest, just a full ride of incredible tunes.
This week’s lineup spans the blues and beyond, f...
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EPISODE #82
04/05/26 -Janis Wallin W/Dan Peters
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
Hop on board for Episode 82 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell welcome a dynamic duo to the studio—bassist Janis Wallin and guitarist Dan Peters.
Representing the heart of the...
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04/02/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Howlin' Wolf
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell dive into another Chapter in the History of the Blues, spotlighting the legendary Howlin’ Wolf...
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EPISODE #80
3/31/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell bring you another high-energy Music Show, blending blues, rock, a...
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EPISODE #79
3/29/26 -Tommy Yurik W/Jeff Anthony
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin welcome Tommy Yurik and Jeff Anthony of Blackberry Jam to the Big Bus for a night of powerful blues, rock, and jam-driven energy...
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EPISODE #78
3/26/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Bessie Smith
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell continue their Chapter in the History of the Blues series with a spotlight on the...
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EPISODE #77
3/24/26 - The Music Show
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell bring you another high-energy Music Show packed with blues and blues-rock favorites. Featuring a mix of legends and modern artists—from Led Ze...
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EPISODE #76
3/22/26 -Jimmy Nick
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin welcome Chicago blues powerhouse Jimmy Nick to the Big Bus. Known for his high-energy performances and fiery guitar work, Jimmy brings a modern ...
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EPISODE #75
3/19/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Fats Domino
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell continue their series A Chapter in the History of the Blues with a spotlight on th...
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EPISODE #74
3/17/26 -THE MUSIC SHOW
Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill
This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell take listeners on a musical journey through the roots and evolution of the blues. Featuring legends like Muddy Waters and Little Walter alongside mo...
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