Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #124 - W/ Special Guest: Rob Stepen with Kate Payton

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #124 - W/ Special Guest: Rob Stepen with Kate Payton

The Bus Stop Blues [https://thebusstopblues.com/]  thebusstopblues.com [https://thebusstopblues.com/] Our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBusStopBlues]   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 evening of music, stories, and a little live jamming to close out the night. Road Bill and Kevin spend the evening catching up with Rob, talking about his musical journey, his work with The Generations, and the songs and artists that have inspired him along the way. Kate joins the conversation as the crew dives into favorite music, life on stage, and the experiences that keep musicians coming back to the spotlight time and time again. The soundtrack for the evening is packed with legendary artists and unforgettable songs from Samantha Fish, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Deep Purple, The Police, Duran Duran, Led Zeppelin, and Aerosmith. From blues-fueled guitar workouts and arena-rock anthems to new wave classics and hard-rock favorites, Episode 124 travels through decades of music with the kind of energy that only happens when good friends gather around great songs. Featured Songs * Samantha Fish – Faster * Eric Clapton – Layla * Jimi Hendrix – Red House * The Who – Won't Get Fooled Again * Deep Purple – Smoke on the Water * The Police – Every Breath You Take * Duran Duran – Rio * Led Zeppelin – Rock And Roll * Aerosmith – Sweet Emotion Plus, stick around for some live jammin' as Rob and Kate help bring another memorable night aboard The Bus Stop Blues to a rocking finish. Punch your ticket, find a seat near the back, and enjoy another ride filled with music, memories, and stories from the road on The Bus Stop Blues

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #123 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Memphis

The Bus Stop Blues [https://thebusstopblues.com/]  thebusstopblues.com [https://thebusstopblues.com/] Our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBusStopBlues]   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: Memphis Date: 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 exploring one of the most important music cities ever carved into the American landscape: Memphis, Tennessee. Road Bill and Kevin take listeners on a musical journey through the city that helped give birth to blues, rock and roll, soul, rockabilly, and rhythm & blues. From the smoky clubs of Beale Street and the legendary halls of Sun Studio to the soul-powered sound of Stax Records, Memphis became the crossroads where American music found electricity, grit, and swagger. Throughout the episode, the crew dives into the artists, songs, and stories that shaped Memphis into a musical capital known around the world. Featuring legendary tracks connected to the city’s deep musical roots, Episode 123 captures the sound of riverboats, neon signs, train whistles, and amplifiers glowing long after midnight. Featured Songs * Carl Perkins – Blue Suede Shoes * Albert King – Born Under A Bad Sign * Junior Parker – Mystery Train * Paul Simon – Graceland * Marc Cohn – Walking in Memphis * Chuck Berry – Memphis * Sam and Dave – Soul Man * Creedence Clearwater Revival – Proud Mary * Johnny Cash – I'm Going To Memphis * Bob Dylan – Stuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues Again Join us for a ride through the history, soul, and musical heartbeat of Memphis, a city whose influence still echoes through blues clubs, jukeboxes, and guitar amplifiers across the world.

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #122 The Music Show (Dan Peters, Skip Towne, Skapone, The Family Stone, Stanley Clarke, KC and the Sunshine, SRV, Joe Bonamassa, Taj Mahal, and Johnny Cash)

The Bus Stop Blues [https://thebusstopblues.com/]  thebusstopblues.com [https://thebusstopblues.com/] Our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBusStopBlues]   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 limit. Road Bill and Kevin guide listeners through a wide-ranging musical ride featuring both regional talent and legendary artists from across the musical spectrum. The evening kicks off with tracks from The West Side Winders, Skip Towne, and Skapone before diving headfirst into grooves from Sly and the Family Stone, Stanley Clarke, and KC and the Sunshine Band. The second half of the ride turns up the guitar heat with Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Bonamassa, and Taj Mahal before closing out with the unmistakable sound of Johnny Cash. From funky bass lines and horn-driven rhythms to blues guitar scorchers and railroad-track storytelling, Episode 122 keeps the Big Bus rolling through every musical neighborhood imaginable. Featured Songs * The West Side Winders – Can’t Get A Break * Skip Towne – Just A Little Bit * Skapone – Armed and Dangerous * Sly and the Family Stone – Babies Makin’ Babies * Stanley Clarke – Lopsy Lu * KC and the Sunshine Band – Boogie Shoes * Stevie Ray Vaughan – The House Is Rockin’ * Joe Bonamassa – Ball Peen Hammer * Taj Mahal – Señor Blues * Johnny Cash – Folsom Prison Blues Another night, another ticket punched aboard The Bus Stop Blues, where blues roots, funky grooves, and late-night radio magic all ride together under the dashboard glow.

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #121 - W/ Special Guest: Bill Pantle

The Bus Stop Blues [https://thebusstopblues.com/]  thebusstopblues.com [https://thebusstopblues.com/] Our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBusStopBlues]   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, classic crooner vibes, and an unexpected detour through rock, blues, and modern jam-band sounds. Known around Chicagoland for his smooth Sinatra-style performances and timeless stage presence, Bill Pantle joins the crew to talk about the music that shaped him, the songs that inspired him to perform, and the artists he’s listening to today. From old-school Vegas cool to guitar-driven rock and atmospheric modern grooves, this episode travels across decades of musical influence without ever taking its foot off the gas. The soundtrack for the evening features Kraig Kenning, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Frank Sinatra, The Doors, Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, The Marcus King Band, Khruangbin, and Goose. Whether it’s the smoky glow of Sinatra classics, the thunder of Zeppelin, or the laid-back sonic drift of Khruangbin, Episode 121 rides like a jukebox parked outside a casino at midnight with a blues station fading in through the static. Featured Songs * Kraig Kenning – Let The Good Times Roll * Lynyrd Skynyrd – I Know A Little * Frank Sinatra – This Town * Frank Sinatra – Street Of Dreams * Frank Sinatra – I've Got The World On A String * The Doors – The Changeling * Led Zeppelin – The Rain Song * Bad Company – Can't Get Enough * The Marcus King Band – Homesick * Khruangbin – May Ninth * Goose – Good Times Bad Times So loosen the tie, settle into your seat near the back of the Big Bus, and enjoy another unforgettable ride through music history, personality, and stories from the road on The Bus Stop Blues.

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #120 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Chuck Berry

The Bus Stop Blues [https://thebusstopblues.com/]  thebusstopblues.com [https://thebusstopblues.com/] Our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBusStopBlues]   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 Berry Date: 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 true architects of modern music in A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Chuck Berry. Widely celebrated as one of the founding fathers of rock and roll, Chuck Berry fused blues, rhythm & blues, country, and storytelling into a sound that forever changed popular music. His guitar riffs, energetic performances, and unforgettable lyrics became the blueprint for generations of musicians that followed, influencing everyone from The Beatles and Rolling Stones to AC/DC and beyond. Throughout the episode, Road and Kevin explore Berry’s remarkable career, groundbreaking songwriting, signature guitar style, and the lasting impact he had on blues and rock music alike. Packed with classic recordings and timeless energy, this episode rides straight down the center line of American music history. Featured Songs * Chuck Berry – Maybellene * Chuck Berry – Roll Over Beethoven * Chuck Berry – School Days * Chuck Berry – Rock And Roll Music * Chuck Berry – Reelin’ & Rockin’ * Chuck Berry – Sweet Little Sixteen * Chuck Berry – Johnny B. Goode * Chuck Berry – Carol * Chuck Berry – Memphis * Chuck Berry – No Particular Place To Go From duck walks and hot guitar licks to jukebox anthems and teenage dreams, Episode 120 celebrates the music and legacy of Chuck Berry, a man whose sound still roars through amplifiers and dance floors around the world.