The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #51 1/04/26 - With Special Guest: Shaun Ferguson Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill 

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #50 12/28/25 - With Special Guest: Bob the DJ Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill    This week on The Bus Stop Blues, we welcome a true hometown hero of the airwaves, Bob the DJ from Wauconda, Illinois. Bob is one of those voices that doesn’t just play the music, he lives inside it. With a deep love for the blues and a crate-digger’s ear for the good stuff, Bob has spent years connecting listeners to songs that linger long after the last note fades. We talk radio, records, and the magic that happens when the right song hits at exactly the right moment. From small-town signal strength to big-time passion, Bob shares stories from behind the microphone, the evolution of his sound, and what keeps him spinning tunes for the pure joy of it. So settle in, Musicland, and enjoy a conversation that celebrates community, connection, and the timeless pull of the blues. Bob the DJ is in the house, and the Bus Stop dial is locked in.   Song List It’s Not Love – Kevin Purcell & the Nightburners Lucky Man – Emerson, Lake & Palmer A Day in the Life – The Beatles Boogie Shoes – KC & the Sunshine Band Good Times Roll – GRiZ Kiss in the Blue – Yello Bad Guy – Billie Eilish September – Earth, Wind & Fire I’m Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band) – The Moody Blues Who Do You Love – George Thorogood

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #49 12/21/25 - With Special Guest: The Nightburners Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill    This week on The Bus Stop Blues, we’ve got a full car and the engine’s already warm. Joining us in the studio are the Nightburners themselves, Bill LeClair, Don Laferty, Tony Root, and Pete Cruz. Five players, that make up one band that knows how to turn sweat, stories, and volume into something unforgettable. We’ll dig into the music, the miles, and the moments that only happen when a band locks in and lets it fly. So grab your seat, turn it up just a little louder than necessary, and welcome the Nightburners to The Bus Stop, Blues that is.

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   BONUS EPISODE #2 - With Axel Ellis, Charlie Slavik and Stevie Craig Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill    Musicland!!!   Axel From Ax and the Hatchetmen came with with Hunter as well as Axles parents John and Nikki (Episode #20), Charlie was our very first overseas interview (Episode #35) and Stevie is the newest Guitar addition to the Nightburners (Episode #22).    In celebration of the completion of our first year we will releasing a number of clips from players on our previous shows stay tuned!!!

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   BONUS EPISODE #1 - With Don Laferty and Mike Church Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill    Musicland!!!   Don was our first guest to play on our show (Episode #5), Mike was the second (Episode #8).    In celebration of the completion of our first year we will releasing a number of clips from players on our previous shows stay tuned!!!

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon We hit 10,000 Downloads!!! EPISODE #48 12/14/25 - With Special Guest Beth Miller and Craig Dreiling Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill    Good evening, Musicland, and welcome aboard Episode 48 of The Bus Stop Blues. Tonight’s ride is packed with groove, grit, and a few curveballs straight from the engine room. We’ve got a longtime friend of the show, local music scene linchpin Craig Dreiling joining us in the studio. Plus some very special announcements that mark a new chapter for the Bus Stop as we roll toward Season Two. We are adding 2 more shows per week, a music show, and a weekly chapter in the history of the blues, all happening in 2026, stay tunned... Big sounds, familiar voices, and the future pulling up right on time. So punch that ticket, find your seat on the Big Bus, and let’s get this thing rolling.   The Bus Stop Blues – Episode 48Air Date: December 14, 2025 Song List Drive Monkey Drive – Kevin Purcell & the Nightburners Calling Me Home – Kevin Purcell & the Nightburners Yeah, Yeah, Yeah – The Sidewinders Run Out – The Pino Farina Band Short People – Randy Newman Just What the Doctor Ordered – Ted Nugent Bluest Blues – Alvin Lee

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #47 12/07/25 - With Special Guest Sal Canzone Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill    Tonight on The Bus Stop Blues!We’re rolling deep with local percussion powerhouse Sal Canzone, a drummer whose groove could thaw a Chicago winter. Sal’s played with Heather Moran, Jeff Anthony, Black Diamond Sessions, and helped power the recent “Last Waltz” tribute shows. We’re spinning tracks from The Band, Cream, James Brown, Weather Report, KPN, and more.Climb aboard the big blue bus and ride with us tonight from 7–9 PM CST on 98.3 FM – The Life, or catch the podcast anytime on Spotify, Apple, Pandora, Amazon, and thebusstopblues.com. Hop on. Slide back. Tune in.It’s a good night to ride.   1. What They Believe – KPN 2. I’m Gone – KPN 3. Up on Cripple Creek – The Band 4. Get Up (Sex Machine) – James Brown5. I’ve Got News for You – Edgar Winter 6. Are You OK – Was (Not Was)7. Teen Town – Weather Report8. Mystery Train – The Band with Paul Butterfield 9. This Is a Man’s World – James Brown10. Born Under a Bad Sign – Cream11. Manish Boy – The Band with Muddy Waters

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #46 11/23/25 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Alan Lomax  Hosts: Road Bill & \Guest Host Bill "North Star" LeClair   Tonight, we open another chapter in the History of the Blues — a chapter about the man who preserved more American music than anyone before or since. A man who traveled the backroads into the deep South, carrying a massive, battery-powered recorder that had to be bolted into the size his trunk, searching for the real voices of the people They weren’t looking for radio hits, they weren’t looking for stars, they were looking for truth — the authentic sound of the American people. Tonight… we ride with Alan Lomax. This is A Chapter in the History of the Blues.   Episode 46 Song List — 11/30/2025 A Chapter in the History of the Blues Track #1 – “Scatterbrain”Artist: Kevin Purcell & the Nightburners (KPN)Time: 3:50 Track #2 – “Shake ’em on Down”Artist: Kevin Purcell & the Nightburners (KPN)Time: 4:43 Track #3 – “Goodnight Irene”Artist: Lead BellyTime: 4:38 Track #4 – “Po’ Boy”Artist: Bukka WhiteTime: 3:07 Track #5 – “Walkin’ Blues”Artist: Son HouseTime: 6:43 Track #6 – “Interview”Artist: Alan Lomax & Muddy WatersTime: 3:51 Track #7 – “I Be’s Troubled”Artist: Muddy WatersTime: 3:05 Track #8 – “Country Blues”Artist: Muddy WatersTime: 3:33 Track #9 – “Take a Walk With Me”Artist: Muddy WatersTime: 3:04 Track #10 – “John Henry”Artist: Woody GuthrieTime: 2:44 Track #11 – “Shake ’Em On Down”Artist: Mississippi Fred McDowellTime: 2:45 Track #12 – “Sometimes”Artist: Bessie JonesTime: 0:56 Track #13 – “Little David”Artist: Bessie JonesTime: 2:17 Track #14 – “Maple Leaf Rag”Artist: Jelly Roll MortonTime: 4:20 Track #15 – “Po’ Lazarus”Artist: James Carter & the PrisonersTime: 4:30

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #45 11/23/25 Terry Abrahamson with Derrick Procell Hosts: Road Bill & Kevin Purcell   Tonight on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell welcome one of the great living storytellers of American blues history — Terry Abrahamson. A Grammy-winning songwriter for Muddy Waters, a longtime Chicago blues insider, and a guardian of the music’s legacy, Terry brings decades of incredible tales from the clubs, studios, and backrooms where the blues grew its wings.   Joining him is friend-of-the-show Derrick Procell, whose powerhouse voice and songwriting have kept the modern blues scene burning bright. Together, they bring a night of memories, music, and laughter as only true road warriors can. Featuring tracks from Muddy Waters, Derrick Procell, Prince, and Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners, this episode promises heart, history, and plenty of soul. Punch your ticket and climb aboard — this is one you won’t want to miss. Episode 45 – Song List (11/23/25) Goodbye Baby – Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners — 4:50 Lay It On Me – Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners — 5:41 Bus Driver – Muddy Waters — 7:45 The Wolf Will Howl Again – Derrick Procell — 5:33 Shifty Fifty – The Brat Race — 4:0 The Contender – Derrick Procell — 4:32 Electric Man – Prince — 3:44 I Will Be Your Leather – Derrick Procell — 6:0 Terry Ad Spots – Various Artists — 4:41 Shoot Down the Moon – Clarence Clemons — 4:42 Why I Choose to Sing the Blues – Derrick Procell — 6:05

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #44 11/16/25 The Black Diamond Sessions: Blake Wollerman, Todd Lazar, and Bongo Mike Hosts: Road Bill & Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell   On this episode we hop back on board The Bus Stop Blues to welcome members of The Black Diamond Sessions — Blake Wollerman, Todd Lazar, and Mike Orfanos — for a night of groove-heavy conversation, stories, and musical influences.   Opening Tracks Early to Bed – Morphine (2:44) Low Down Dirty Devil – The Pino Farina Band / Punsapaya (3:58) I Just Want to Celebrate – Rare Earth (3:39) Fat Man in the Bathtub – Little Feat (4:31) Revival – The Allman Brothers (4:06) What Is Hip? – Tower of Power (5:04) Lopsy Lu – Stanley Clarke (7:04) Dean Town – Vulfpeck & Vulf (3:33) Pocket Rocket – The Fabulous Thunderbirds (3:27) Just to Be with You – Paul Butterfield (6:12) Snowflakes and Horses – Jason Ricci (4:36)        

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #43 11/09/25 Pino Farina Hosts: Road Bill & Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell   This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell take the big bus on a ride that crosses the lines between rock, soul, and pure emotional fire. Our special guest is none other than Pino Farina — frontman, songwriter, and powerhouse vocalist whose commanding presence and heartfelt performances have made him one of the Midwest’s most magnetic artists. Known for leading the Pino Farina Band, Pino brings a sound that’s equal parts rock energy and soulful sincerity — the kind of music that hits hard and lingers long after the last note. From his early days fronting Mother Redcap to selling out venues across Chicagoland, Pino’s voice is one you don’t just hear — you feel it.   🎵 Episode 43 Song list Guest: Pino FarinaHosts: Road Bill & Kevin “Shoeshine” PurcellAired: Sunday, November 9, 2025 Edged in Blue – Rory Gallagher Only You – The Platters Separate Ways (Worlds Apart) – Journey Alive – Pearl Jam Comfortably Numb – Pink Floyd Little Wing – Stevie Ray Vaughan Gravity – John Mayer Hallelujah – Jeff Buckley Grace – The Pino Farina Band New Life – The Pino Farina Band  

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #42 11/02/25 The H.O.G. POD podcast   This week on The Bus Stop Blues!Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell welcome the crew from The H.O.G. POD Podcast — Chris Rhodes, Pete Jansen, and Mike “Bongo” Orfanos — for a wild ride full of stories, laughs, and raw conversation about music, life, and brotherhood. 🎶Featuring tracks by Led Zeppelin, KISS, Kansas, Santana, Genesis, The Pixies, Veruca Salt, and more! 🚌 Tune in Sunday, Nov. 2nd, 7–9 PM CST on 98.3 FM – The Life or stream anytime at thebusstopblues.com!   Episode 42 Playlist Bring It On Home – Led Zeppelin It Takes a Woman’s Love (To Make a Man) – Kansas Detroit Rock City – KISS Two Cents Worth – Kansas Debaser – The Pixies Seether – Verruca Salt Today – Smashing Pumpkins War Pigs – Black Sabbath Man on the Corner – Genesis Evil Ways – Santana Beth – KISS

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon A Chapter in the History of the Blues   This week on The Bus Stop Blues, we open another Chapter in the History of the Blues — a special edition dedicated to the life and legacy of John Lomax, the man who captured America’s earliest blues, folk, and gospel voices from cotton fields, chain gangs, and front porches across the South.   Episode 41 – Song List Track #1: “Can’t Be Satisfied” – Kevin Purcell and the Nightburners – 5:25Track #2: “Leaving Blues” – Lead Belly – 2:21Track #3: “Stagger Lee” – Lloyd Price – 2:23Track #4: “Captain Haney Blues” – Camp Morris and Group – 2:34Track #5: “Longest Train I Ever Saw” – The Wadley’s – 4:07Track #6: “In the Pines” – Lead Belly – 2:09Track #7: “In the Pines” – Bill Monroe – 3:10Track #8: “Black Betty” – James Iron Head Baker – 1:28Track #9: “Black Betty” – Ram Jam – 4:00Track #10: “Midnight Special” – Big Bill Broonzy – 2:00Track #11: “Midnight Special” – Creedence Clearwater Revival – 4:13Track #12: “Trouble So Hard” – Vera Hall – 1:38Track #13: “Natural Blues” – Moby (featuring Vera Hall) – 4:13

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon Episode 40 – October 19th, 2025 Guest: Ivy Ford   Known as “The Chicago Blues Kitten,” Ivy is a powerhouse guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter who’s been lighting up stages across the country with her mix of raw blues, soul, and fearless rock energy. She’s not just carrying the torch — she’s forging her own path, proving that the blues are alive, evolving, and as fierce as ever. We’ll talk with Ivy about her musical journey, her influences, her latest projects, and what it’s like to carve out a place in today’s blues scene. You’ll also hear some incredible tracks that show off her fire, her groove, and that unmistakable Ford attitude. So sit back, pour yourself a drink, and let the rhythm roll — because tonight, The Bus Stop Blues is going full throttle with Ivy Ford! Episode 40 – Song List Track #1: “Spanish Moon” – Arc Angels – 5:47Track #2: “This Will Be” – Natalie Cole – 2:51Track #3: “If I Ain’t Got You” – Alicia Keys – 3:51Track #4: “Fallin’” – Alicia Keys – 5:10Track #5: “Stand By Me” – Ben E. King – 2:54Track #6: “Chain of Fools” – Aretha Franklin – 2:46Track #7: “Poison Ivy” – Buddy Guy – 3:25Track #8: “Time to Shine” – Ivy Ford – 5:52Track #9: “Blues Is My Business” – Larry McCray – 4:59Track #10: “It Hurt So Bad” – Susan Tedeschi – 4:50

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon Episode 39 – October 12th, 2025 Guest: Laurie and Kellen Barth with Derrick Procell and Heather Moran    This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell roll the big bus into Lindy’s Landing in Wauconda to celebrate 60 years of great music and good times! Joining the party are two powerhouse performers — Derrick Procell and Heather Moran — bringing their soulful blues and smooth jazz sounds to the stage. It’s a night of stories, songs, and celebration from one of the best spots in the Northwest suburbs — all right here on The Bus Stop Blues!   Song List: Funkier Than a Mosquito’s Tweeter – Joe Bonamassa (4:58) Can’t Change You – Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners (5:19) Is You Is or Is You Ain’t My Baby – Heather Moran (4:47) Ain’t Nuthin’ More About It – Derrick Procell (2:58) Cry Me a River – Heather Moran (5:04) Livin’ in the Light – Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners (5:13) Broken Promise – Derrick Procell (4:27) Color of an Angel – Derrick Procell (4:34) Miss Celie’s Blues – Heather Moran (2:34) Goodbye Baby – Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners (4:50)

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon Episode 38 – October 5th, 2025 Guest: Jimmy O'Connell   This week on The Bus Stop Blues, the Bus welcomes a powerhouse vocalist and performer — the one and only Jimmy O’Connell. Known for his smooth, soulful delivery and dynamic stage presence, Jimmy brings heart, energy, and authenticity to every performance. Whether he’s belting out a rock classic or crooning a tender ballad, he connects with his audience in a way that’s real and unforgettable.   Song List: Seasons in the Sun – Terry Jacks (3:28) Great Balls of Fire – Jerry Lee Lewis (2:33) Bridge Over Troubled Water – Simon & Garfunkel (4:56) Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress) – The Hollies (3:17) California Dreamin’ – The Mamas & The Papas (2:42) Could You Be Loved – Bob Marley (3:57) Rocky Mountain High – Jimmy O'Connell (4:45) Only the Young – Journey (4:04) Sun on the Moon – James Taylor (4:09) What Would You Say – Dave Matthews Band (5:27)

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon Episode 37 – September 28, 2025 Guest: A Chapter in the History of the Blues This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell open up a special chapter that’s close to home—the music that inspired them and shaped the soul of the show itself. Instead of the usual history lesson, tonight’s ride is a personal journey through the songs that built their musical foundation. From Muddy Waters and Stevie Ray Vaughan to Led Zeppelin, The Band, ZZ Top, Bob Seger, Jimi Hendrix, and more—plus originals from Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners—this episode blends blues, rock, and roots into one unforgettable trip. Hop on the big bus, grab your seat, and enjoy a night of music, stories, and the songs that made The Bus Stop Blues.   Song List Lay It on Me – Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners (5:41) Cold Shot – Stevie Ray Vaughan (4:01) Doin’ 100 – Jimmy Thackery (4:28) Mannish Boy – Muddy Waters (5:24) Hey Joe – Jimi Hendrix (3:29) This Ole’ Cowboy – Marshall Tucker Band (6:44) The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down – The Band (3:32) Katmandu – Bob Seger (5:00) TV Dinners – ZZ Top (3:50) Smokin’ – Down The Line (4:32) Loreen – Gary Vincent & The Swamp Honkys (3:33) Hey Brother – Kraig Kenning (3:53) Eli’s Coming – Three Dog Night (2:49) The Ocean – Led Zeppelin (4:30) It’s Not Love – Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners (7:59)

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon Episode 36 – September 21th, 2025Guest: The Abby Kay Band   Good evening, Musicland! On tonight’s ride of The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill is at the wheel with the Amazing Bill LeClair filling in for Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell — at least until we patch him in along the way. Together, we’re keeping the blues bus rolling strong with another unforgettable night of music, stories, and soul. This week, we’re rolling out the red carpet for a band that’s been shaking up the blues and roots scene with power and passion — The Abby Kay Band. Fronted by the commanding and soulful vocals of Abby Kay, this band fuses the grit of the blues with the driving punch of rock and the heart of Americana. From tear-in-your-beer ballads to high-energy rockers, the Abby Kay Band delivers a live show that leaves audiences buzzing long after the lights go down.   Episode 36 Playlist – The Bus Stop Blues (09/21/25) Charlie Slavík – Love Me or Let Me Go (4:19) Van Halen – Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love (3:47) Abby Kay Band – Rock Bottom (3:21) Lukas Nelson – Find Yourself (6:16) Abby Kay Band – Whisky with Whisky (4:15) Fleetwood Mac – Everywhere (3:42) Abby Kay Band – Unpack (3:23) Janis Joplin – Me and Bobby McGee (4:34) Abby Kay Band – Irish Goodbye (3:56) Abby Kay Band – Malort (3:54)

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon Episode 35 – September 14th, 2025Guest: Charlie Slavík   This week on The Bus Stop Blues, the Big Bus is making a very special stop — all the way in the Czech Republic — to welcome one of Europe’s finest harmonica players, Charlie Slavík. Charlie has earned international acclaim for his fiery harp style, soulful phrasing, and the rare ability to make the blues harp whisper, cry, and roar. From festival stages across Europe and the U.S. to collaborations with Grammy-winning artists, Charlie brings the blues to life with passion and power. Our playlist tonight is packed with heavy hitters and international flavor — featuring Led Zeppelin, The Greenhorns, Mike Post, Charlie Musselwhite, Little Walter, St. Johnny, Juwana Jenkins, and of course, tracks from Charlie himself. Plus, we’ll have Tales from the Road, good banter, and plenty of blues to keep you rolling. So punch your ticket, climb aboard, and join us for an unforgettable ride with Charlie Slavík on The Bus Stop Blues!   Song List – Guest: Charlie Slavík (Czech Republic) In My Time of Dying – Led Zeppelin (11:04) Cesta k Hoganový soutězce (The Road to Hogan’s Gap) – The Greenhorns (3:33) The Renegade Theme Song – Mike Post (3:33) River Hip Mama – Charlie Musselwhite (4:17) My Babe – Little Walter (2:42) Nevěra – Michal Braxatoris & BAFALO (3:58) Don’t Leave Me No More – St. Johnny & Charlie Slavík (3:58) J’s Juke Joint – Juwana Jenkins & Charlie Slavík (3:49) Riding in the Moonlight – Charlie Slavík (4:55)

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon Episode 34 – September 7, 2025Guest: Jim Murry of Skip Towne and the Greyhounds This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill takes the wheel alongside the better late than never, Mr. Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell. And what a trip we’ve got lined up! Our featured guest is none other than Jim Murry, the powerhouse drummer and vocalist of Skip Towne and the Greyhounds. For decades, Jim has been the driving force behind one of the Midwest’s most celebrated blues and R&B bands, blending groove, grit, and soul into every performance. He joins us to share his stories from the stage, life on the road, and the music that keeps him moving. And that’s not all—actor/musician/friend of the show Axle Ellis has a brand-new Amazon Prime series The Runarounds, a coming-of-age drama about a high school band chasing big dreams (not far off from Ax’s own journey with Hatchetmen). So punch your ticket, find your seat, and ride along for another night of great stories, hard-driving blues, and soulful grooves on The Bus Stop Blues!   Episode 34 – Song List (09/07/25) Katey Mae – Kraig Kenning (4:18) Up the Line – Skip Towne and the Greyhounds (4:50) Come On Get Higher – The Drunk Whisperers (3:28) Mystery Train – Jim Murray (3:16) Help the Poor – Jim Murray (6:48) The Gateway Girl – Jim Murray (2:58) Summerfly – Jim Murray (2:58) Fields of Gold – Jim Murray (3:42) Wild Side – Jim Murray (5:39) S.F.P. – Jim Murray (3:12) One Endless Nights – Jim Murray (4:58) Good Day for the Blues – The Salty Dogs (5:15)