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EPISODE #98

Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 05/12/26 - The Music Show

Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill

Episode 98 – The Music Show (05/12/26)

All aboard the Big Bus! Road Bill and Kevin are back with another edition of The Music Show, spinning a rich mix of blues, soul, and roots-driven rock. This episode rolls through a dynamic lineup featuring the Abby Kay Band, Mississippi Heat, Kevin Mileski, and blues legends like Little Walter, Muddy Waters, and B.B. King—before cruising into the soulful sounds of Delbert McClinton, Dr. John, and Elvis.

From modern blues burners to timeless classics, it’s a no-frills, all-music ride packed with groove, grit, and great vibes. Punch your ticket, grab a seat, and enjoy the journey on The Bus Stop Blues!

Date: 05/12/26 – “The Music Show”

1. Abby Kay Band – Death of Me – 4:26
2. Mississippi Heat – You Ain’t The Only One – 3:09
3. Kevin Mileski – Zombie Feet – 4:43
4. Little Walter – Sad Hours – 3:11
5. Muddy Waters – Baby, Please Don’t Go – 2:40
6. B.B. King – Rock Me Baby – 2:59
7. Delbert McClinton – Standing On Shaky Ground – 4:03
8. Dr. John – Qualified – 4:50
9. Elvis Presley – I Just Can’t Help Believin’ – 4:41

Total Music Time: 34:42

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EPISODE #97

Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 05/010/26 - with special guest Tom Holland

Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill

Episode 97 – Tom Holland (05/10/26)

Punch your ticket and climb aboard the Big Bus as Road Bill and Kevin welcome Chicago blues veteran Tom Holland to The Bus Stop Blues! A respected guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader, Tom joins the show to share stories from the road, talk about his long career in the blues, and bring his signature style and energy to the studio.

The night features a powerhouse lineup including Albert King, Freddie King, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters, James Cotton, and several standout tracks from Tom Holland himself, including Shuffle King Boogie and Waiting On the Other Shoe to Drop. Packed with blues history, guitar greatness, and live jam session energy, this episode is a must-listen for any true blues fan.

Date: 05/10/26 – Guest: Tom Holland

1. Albert King – The Hunter – 2:45
2. Arc Angels – Always Believed In You – 4:54
3. Freddie King – Hideaway – 2:37
4. Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown – Okie Dokie Stomp – 2:34
5. Chuck Berry – Havana Moon – 3:07
6. Muddy Waters – Stuff You Gotta Watch – 2:49
7. James Cotton – Good Time Charlie – 2:31
8. Muddy Waters – Sugar Sweet – 2:29
9. Tom Holland – Waiting On the Other Shoe to Drop – 4:30
10. Tom Holland – Shuffle King Boogie – 3:26
11. Tom Holland – More Things Change – 3:11
12. Tom Holland – Easiest Thing I’ll Ever Do – 4:38

Total Music Time: 38:31

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EPISODE #96

Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 05/07/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: John Lee Hooker

Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill

Punch your ticket and climb aboard the Big Bus as The Bus Stop Blues dives deep into the life, sound, and legacy of the one and only John Lee Hooker. Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell take you on a journey through the hypnotic boogie that defined a genre, spotlighting classics like Boogie Chillen’, Boom Boom, and Crawlin’ King Snake, along with standout collaborations featuring Bonnie Raitt and Carlos Santana.

From the raw Delta roots to electrified blues and late-career masterpieces, this episode captures the driving rhythms and unmistakable groove that made Hooker a legend. Settle in and experience a true chapter in the history of the blues—Hooker style.

Date: 05/07/26 – “A Chapter in the History of the Blues: John Lee Hooker”

1. John Lee Hooker – Boogie Chillen’ – 3:09
2. John Lee Hooker – Boom Boom – 2:29
3. John Lee Hooker – Crawlin’ King Snake – 3:03
4. John Lee Hooker – One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer – 3:00
5. John Lee Hooker – Dimples – 4:00
6. John Lee Hooker (feat. Bonnie Raitt) – I’m In The Mood – 4:31
7. John Lee Hooker – Baby, Please Don’t Go – 2:18
8. John Lee Hooker – It Serve You Right To Suffer – 5:10
9. John Lee Hooker (feat. Carlos Santana) – The Healer – 5:40
10. John Lee Hooker – Bottle Up & Go – 2:28