The Bus Stop Blues’s Podcast

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #160 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 11/08/26 -With Special Guest: Lorena Vallejo Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill  Brought to you by Accurate Wheel Repair in Batavia, IL www.accuratewheel.com   Episode 160 – November 8, 2026 Special Guest: Lorena Vallejo All aboard The Bus Stop Blues! This week, Road Bill and Kevin welcome special guest Lorena Vallejo, a professional drummer, percussionist, and mental health counselor originally from Monterrey, Mexico. As the drummer for Sabbatha, an all-female Black Sabbath tribute band, Lorena brings a unique perspective on music, life, and the powerful connection between rhythm and our emotions. Join us for great stories, fascinating conversation, and an incredible mix of blues, rock, and everything in between! Song List: John Mayall – Cannonball Shuffle Muddy Waters – Cross-Eyed Cat Paul McCartney & Wings – Band on the Run Tower of Power – What Is Hip? Carole King – I Feel the Earth Move Santana – Black Magic Woman The Beatles – Norwegian Wood Lila Downs – Brown Paper People Black Sabbath – Symptom of the Universe Foo Fighters – These Days Red Hot Chili Peppers – Snow (Hey Oh) The Bus Stop Blues | 98.3 FM – The Life Punch your ticket and hop on the Big Bus!

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #159 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 11/01/26 -With Special Guest: Roger That! Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 159 – Roger That!| 11/01/26 Brought to you by Accurate Wheel Repair in Batavia, IL www.accuratewheel.com   Episode 159 – November 1, 2026 Special Guests: Roger That! All aboard The Bus Stop Blues! This week, Road Bill and Kevin welcome Chicagoland's own Roger That! Join us as Will, Ira, Dave, and Roger bring their unique blend of California surf, British Invasion, rockabilly, and good old-fashioned rock and roll to the Big Bus! We're talking music, sharing stories, and enjoying some live in-studio jamming. It's a rockin' good time you won't want to miss! Song List: Too Slim and the Taildraggers – One More Gallon of Gasoline Tab Benoit – Down in the Swamp Jonny Lang – Lie to Me The Surfaris – Wipe Out The Rivieras – California Sun Stevie Wonder – As Big Joe Turner – Shake, Rattle and Roll Jørgen Ingmann – Echo Boogie Ted Harris – Just Thought I'd Set You Straight Johnny Cash – Folsom Prison Blues Elvis Presley – That's All Right

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #158 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 10/25/26 -With Special Guest: Barbra Bouboutsis Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 158 – October 25, 2026 Special Guest: Barb "BB" Bouboutsis All aboard The Bus Stop Blues! This week, Road Bill and Kevin welcome powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Barb "BB" Bouboutsis of BB & the Honey! Join us as we explore her musical journey, the Chicago music scene, and the story behind her band, plus some live in-studio jamming! It's another great ride filled with stories, laughs, and outstanding music! Song List: Gov't Mule – Black Horizon Tedeschi Trucks Band – Don't Let Me Slide Russ Columbo – Prisoner of Love Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy Anita Ward – Ring My Bell Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Prologue Heart – These Dreams Jimmy McGriff – The Worm Anita O'Day – Ace in the Hole The Bus Stop Blues | 98.3 FM – The Life | www.thebusstopblues.com

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #157 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 10/18/26 -With Special Guest: Elise McLearen Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 157 – Elise McLearen | 10/18/26 Brought to you by Accurate Wheel Repair in Batavia, IL www.accuratewheel.com   All aboard the Big Bus! This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin welcome powerhouse Chicagoland vocalist Elise McLearen, along with Brent Johnson! From her work with My Metal Heart and Sabbatha Chicago to her love of rock legends and involvement in charitable music projects, Elise shares her musical journey, influences, and stories from the stage. We've got great conversation, a little jamming, and an incredible mix of blues, rock, and everything in between! Song List: KPN – Drive Monkey Drive Led Zeppelin – Gallows Pole Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Jacob and Sons The Cranberries – Salvation Tori Amos – Precious Things (Live) Heart – Barracuda Evanescence – Going Under Steve Vai – For the Love of God Nina Simone – Feeling Good The Bus Stop Blues – Where the music and the stories meet! Listen at thebusstopblues.com or wherever you get your podcasts.

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #156 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 10/15/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Blind Blake Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill   A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Blind Blake Join Road Bill and Kevin on The Bus Stop Blues as we explore the life, music, and mysterious legacy of Blind Blake, one of the greatest fingerstyle guitarists of the early blues era. Known for his incredible ragtime guitar playing and rhythmic brilliance, Blind Blake helped shape the sound of American blues and influenced generations of guitarists. Climb aboard the Big Bus as we travel back to the 1920s and celebrate a true pioneer of the blues! Song List: Early Morning Blues West Coast Blues Southern Rag Police Dog Blues Diddie Wa Diddie Too Tight Blues No. 2 Georgia Bound Rope Stretching Blues That'll Never Happen No More

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #155 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 10/13/26 - The Music Show Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill      Episode 155 – The Music Show Climb aboard the Big Bus as Road and Kevin roll through another hour of The Music Show, mixing local favorites, blues legends, Southern rock, and a few musical curves along the way. From Sadie Johnson and Tom Holland to John Lee Hooker, John Mayall, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Little Feat and Lyle Lovett, this ride covers plenty of musical ground. Song List Sadie Johnson – “To You from Me” Tom Holland – “Hey Pardner!” Jimmy Nick – “Fantasyland” John Lee Hooker – “Blues Before Sunrise” Larry McCray – “Worried Down with the Blues” John Mayall – “Sawmill Gulch Road” Lynyrd Skynyrd – “I Know a Little” Little Feat – “Texas Twister” Lyle Lovett – “She’s No Lady”

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #154 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 10/11/26 -With Special Guest: Tom Bowling Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 154 – Tom Bowling | 10/11/26 Brought to you by Accurate Wheel Repair in Batavia, IL www.accuratewheel.com Tonight on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin welcome local violinist Tom Bowling aboard the Big Bus. Tom takes us through his musical journey, influences and the unique world of the violin, from classical music and jazz fusion to blues and rock & roll. Plus, Tom joins Kevin for some live jamming in the studio! Song List: Kenny Wayne Shepherd – “(Long) Gone” Larry McCray – “Man on Bended Knee” Cream – “Sunshine of Your Love” Mahavishnu Orchestra – “Miles Beyond” “Violin Concerto, Op. 14” Steve Winwood – “Can’t Find My Way Home” “Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor” Jimi Hendrix – “Purple Haze” Led Zeppelin – “Kashmir” Jean-Luc Ponty & Stéphane Grappelli – “Blues in the Dungeon”

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #153 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 10/04/26 -With Special Guest: Frank Livingston Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 153 – Frank Livingston | 10/04/26 Tonight on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin welcome Frank Livingston, founder and bandleader of Kashmir, for a trip through his musical journey, influences, life on the road, and the music that eventually led him to celebrating the legendary sound of Led Zeppelin. Along the way, we spin blues, British rock, and plenty of Zeppelin! Song List: Samantha Fish – “Imaginary War” Muddy Waters – “Rollin’ Stone” The Animals – “House of the Rising Sun” The Beatles – “She Loves You” The Rolling Stones – “Time Is on My Side” Savoy Brown – “It Hurts Me Too” Led Zeppelin – “When the Levee Breaks” Led Zeppelin – “Good Times Bad Times” Led Zeppelin – “Whole Lotta Love” Led Zeppelin – “Heartbreaker” Led Zeppelin – “Since I’ve Been Loving You”

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #152 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 09/24/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: T-Bone Walker Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill   The Bus Stop Blues – A Chapter in the History of the Blues: T-Bone Walker Join Road Bill and Kevin as we celebrate the legendary T-Bone Walker, one of the founding fathers of electric blues guitar. From his early recordings to his groundbreaking guitar style and unforgettable influence on generations of blues and rock musicians, we explore the life, music, and legacy of a true blues pioneer. Climb aboard the Big Bus for another chapter in the history of the blues!  Song List I Got a Break, Baby Mean Old World T-Bone Shuffle Bobby Sox Blues West Side Baby Cold Cold Feeling The Hustle Is On Call It Stormy Monday but Tuesday Is Just as Bad All songs performed by T-Bone Walker.

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #151 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 09/29/26 - The Music Show Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    The Bus Stop Blues – Episode 151 The Music Show | September 29, 2026 Climb aboard the Big Bus as Road Bill and Kevin take you on another musical journey! This week we're mixing legendary blues, classic rock, and some incredible local talent. From Ray Charles and Rory Gallagher to Samantha Fish and Stevie Ray Vaughan, we've got a little something for everyone. Punch your ticket, turn it up, and enjoy the ride! Song List Mississippi Heat – My Woman Is an Old Black Spider Pino Farina – Lightning The Sidewinders – She Put a Spell on Me Ray Charles – Hit the Road Jack The Allman Brothers – Melissa Rory Gallagher – Secret Agent The Black Crowes – Hard to Handle Roy Buchanan – Tribute to Elmore James Samantha Fish – Better Be Lonely Stevie Ray Vaughan – Life by the Drop Great music, good company, and another trip down the blues highway!