Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #126 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #126 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee

The Bus Stop Blues [https://thebusstopblues.com/]  thebusstopblues.com [https://thebusstopblues.com/] Our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBusStopBlues]   EPISODE #126 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/16/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 126 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee Date: July 16, 2026 Episode 126 of The Bus Stop Blues shines a spotlight on one of the greatest partnerships in blues history as Road Bill and Kevin present another installment of A Chapter in the History of the Blues, featuring the legendary duo of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee. For more than four decades, Sonny Terry's energetic harmonica playing and Brownie McGhee's smooth vocals and masterful guitar work helped bring the sounds of Piedmont and country blues to audiences around the world. Their music bridged the gap between the rural blues traditions of the South and the folk revival movement of the 1950s and 1960s, influencing countless musicians along the way. Throughout the episode, Road and Kevin explore the lives, music, and enduring legacy of these two blues giants through songs that tell stories of hard times, the open road, friendship, perseverance, and hope. From train songs and spirituals to drinking tunes and heartfelt blues, this episode captures the warmth, humor, and authenticity that made Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee beloved figures in American music. Featured Songs * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Key To The Highway * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – When I Was Drinking * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Po' Boy * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Drinkin' In The Blues * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Down By The Riverside * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Cornbread, Peas and Black Molasses * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Midnight Special * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Blues For The Lowland * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – Early In The Morning Blues * Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee – I Was Born With The Blues Climb aboard the Big Bus as we journey back to the front porches, railroad tracks, and folk festivals that helped shape the sound of American blues. Episode 126 is a celebration of two masters whose music continues to echo through every harmonica wail and every acoustic blues guitar played today.

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #125 The Music Show (Tom Holland, Sadie Johnson, Kings and Assc, Cream, Edgar Winter, The Nighthawks, Blues Brothers, SRV, Samantha Fish and Lynyrd Skynyrd)

The Bus Stop Blues [https://thebusstopblues.com/]  thebusstopblues.com [https://thebusstopblues.com/] Our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBusStopBlues]   EPISODE #125 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 07/14/26 - The Music Show Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    Episode 125 of The Bus Stop Blues delivers another exciting edition of The Music Show, with Road Bill and Kevin taking listeners on a musical road trip filled with blues, rock, and a few hidden gems along the way. This week's ride features a terrific mix of local and legendary artists, beginning with Tom Holland, Sadie Johnson, and Kings and Associates before diving into classics from Cream, Edgar Winter, and The Nighthawks. The second half of the show keeps the wheels turning with favorites from the Blues Brothers, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Samantha Fish, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. From Chicago blues and Texas guitar fire to Southern rock and modern blues voices, Episode 125 is packed with great songs, lively conversation, and the kind of musical discoveries that make every ride aboard the Big Bus a little different. Featured Songs * Tom Holland – More Things Change * Sadie Johnson – Natural Distractions * Kings and Associates – Nitty Gritty * Cream – Born Under A Bad Sign * Edgar Winter – Give It Everything You Got * The Nighthawks – Big Boss Man * The Blues Brothers – Messin' with the Kid * Stevie Ray Vaughan – Mary Had A Little Lamb * Samantha Fish – All Ice No Whiskey * Lynyrd Skynyrd – Double Trouble So, punch your ticket, grab a seat in the back of the Big Bus, and join Road Bill and Kevin for another unforgettable journey through the music that keeps our hearts beating and our speakers humming on The Bus Stop Blues.

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.