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Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #14 A Chapter in the History of the Blues (featuring, Chris Duarte, BB King, KoKo Taylor, and Janis Joplin)

 
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The Bus Stop Blues – Episode 14: A Chapter on the History of the BluesOriginally aired April 20, 2025
Hop aboard the big bus as Road Bill and Kevin "Shoeshine" Purcell take you on a soulful ride through the deep roots of blues history. In this special edition of A Chapter on the History of the Blues, we spotlight the artists who shaped the genre and the stories behind the music that still moves us today.
 
From the raw emotion of Big Mama Thornton and Bessie Smith to the blazing guitar licks of Chris Duarte and Larry McCray, this episode is packed with classic cuts, rare gems, and a whole lot of blues wisdom. Hear iconic tracks by B.B. King, Janis Joplin, Koko Taylor, and more, woven together with insights and tales from the road.
 
Whether you're a longtime blues fan or just discovering its roots, this episode is a must-listen. So find a seat, grab a drink, and let the Bus Stop Blues roll you through the heart of American music history.
 
Featured Tracks:Chris Duarte • Paul deLay Band • Emerson, Lake & Powell • B.B. KingBig Mama Thornton • Koko Taylor • Janis Joplin • Bessie Smith
 
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🎶 Episode 14 – Song List
Theme: A Chapter on the History of the Blues
Track #1 – My Way DownArtist: Chris DuarteTime: 4:36
Track #2 – I Don’t Feel Nothin’Artist: Paul deLay BandTime: 3:26
 
Track #3 – Touch and GoArtist: Emerson, Lake & PowellTime: 3:38
Track #4 – Sweet Little AngelArtist: B.B. KingTime: 4:09
 
Track #5 – Hound DogArtist: Big Mama ThorntonTime: 2:51
Track #6 – Wang Dang DoodleArtist: Koko TaylorTime: 3:01
 
Track #7 – Cry BabyArtist: Janis JoplinTime: 3:59
Track #8 – St. Louis BluesArtist: Bessie SmithTime: 3:12
 

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #13 W/Special Guest Heather Moran from Bluewater Creek (featuring Julie London, Nina Simone, Susan Tedeshi and Grand Funk Railroad)

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Air Date: April 13, 2025
Guest: Heather Moran of Bluewater Creek
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Hop on the big bus and ride with us for another unforgettable night of music, stories, and local flavor! This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell welcome Chicagoland’s own Heather Moran — jazz vocalist and frontwoman for Bluewater Creek — for a deep-dive conversation about her musical roots, current projects, and road stories.
This episode is packed with soul, blues, and rock classics, plus a few surprising twists along the way. We also take a moment to correct the record on last week's Derrick Procell track “The Wolf Will Howl Again,” which features unreleased demo vocals by the late, great Eddie Shaw in a touching posthumous duet.
Featured Artists Include:Chris Duarte, Derrick Procell, Julie London, Nina Simone, Blue Swede, Björn Skifs, Rufus & Chaka Khan, Grand Funk Railroad, Susan Tedeschi, Crosby, Stills & Nash — and possibly a little Billy Vera and Leon Russell if time allows!
 
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Episode Song List – Bus Stop Blues (04/13/25)
Track #1: “C-Butt Rock”Artist: Chris DuarteTime: 4:04
Track #2: “The Eyes of Mississippi”Artist: Derrick ProcellTime: 4:02
 
Track #3: “Blues in the Night”Artist: Julie LondonTime: 3:51
Track #4: “I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl”Artist: Nina SimoneTime: 2:30
 
Track #5: “Hooked on a Feeling”Artist: Blue Swede (feat. Björn Skifs)Time: 2:52
Track #6: “Tell Me Something Good”Artist: Rufus & Chaka KhanTime: 4:04
Track #7: “I’m Your Captain”Artist: Grand Funk RailroadTime: 9:59
Track #8: "Angel From Montgomery"Artist: Susan TedeschiTime: 5:23

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #12 W/Special Guest(s) Paul and Tammy from MSO (featuring Albert King, The Marshall Tucker Band, and The Counting Crows)

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Episode 12 – “Main Street Mojo” | Guests: Paul & Tammy from MSO (Main Street Outfitters)Aired: April 6, 2025
Hop on the big blues bus for a ride like no other! This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell welcome Paul and Tammy, the dynamic duo behind Main Street Outfitters (MSO) in Wauconda, IL—a bike shop turned bluesy juke joint that’s redefining local culture. It’s the first time we’ve featured a non-musician guest... and our first-ever duo interview!
We dive into:
The roots and rise of MSO as both a bike haven and music venue
Tales from the road with Paul and Tammy
Conversations about passion, community, and building a blues-fueled lifestyle
Plus, Road Bill and Kevin swap some new road stories, drop deep blues insights, and keep the vibe alive with laughs, history, and soulful grooves.
🎶 Featured Tracks from:The Kinks · Albert King · Gary Vincent · Derrick Procell · Joe Bonamassa · Kit Carson · Led Zeppelin · Charlie Daniels Band · Marshall Tucker Band · The Steeldrivers · Neil Young · Counting Crows 
 
Episode 12 – Featured Music Playlist
Track #1: “You Really Got Me”Artist: The KinksTime: 2:13
 
Track #2: “Born Under a Bad Sign”Artist: Albert KingTime: 2:48Total Time: 5:10
 
 
Track #3: “Down in the Delta”Artist: Gary VincentTime: 4:54
 
Track #4: “The Wolf Will Howl Again”Artist: Derrick ProcellTime: 5:33Total Time: 10:27
 
 
Track #5: “Kit Carson”Artist: Kraig KenningTime: 3:38
 
Track #6: “Jockey Full of Bourbon”Artist: Joe BonamassaTime: 5:22Total Time: 9:00
 
 
Track #7: “Going to California”Artist: Led ZeppelinTime: 3:32
 
Track #8: “Frank Limestone”Artist: The Charlie Daniels BandTime: 5:38
 
Track #9: “This Ol’ Cowboy”Artist: Marshall Tucker BandTime: 3:39Total Time: 12:49
 
 
Track #10: “If It Hadn’t Been for Love”Artist: The SteeldriversTime: 3:59
 
Track #11: “Unknown Legend”Artist: Neil YoungTime: 4:32
 
Track #12: “Rain King”Artist: Counting CrowsTime: 4:15Total Time: 12:46
 

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #11 A Chapter in the History of the Blues (featuring Junior Wells, Muddy Waters, and ZZ Top)

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Episode 11 Song List – 
🔥 Opening Set 
 
Junior Wells–Hoodoo Man Blues (2:53)    
Muddy Waters–I’m Ready (3:02)
 
🎸 Tales From The Road w/ Kevin
 
ZZ Top–Jesus Just Left Chicago (3:30)   
Rory Gallagher–Tattoo’d Lady (4:59)
 
 
 Harmonica Blues Classics 
Little Walter–Juke (2:45)   
Carlos Del Junco–Just Your Fool (Fast Version) (5:38)
 
 
⏳ 8:00 PM – Break & Show Reopen (~1:08, music fades in at ~:30)
🎻Fiddle & Acoustic Blues (8:15 PM)
🎶 Kevin Purcell and the Nightburners-Calling Me Home (5:51)   
Fiddlin’ John Carson-Don’t Let Your Deal Go Down (3:05)   
Eric Clapton–Last Fair Deal Goin’ Down (2:30)   
 
 
🎷 Blues Legends & Deep Cuts (8:35 PM)
Sonny Boy Williamson–Don’t Start Me Talking (2:58)   
Muddy Waters–You Shook Me (2:42)   
 
 
 
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Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #10 W/special Guest Peter Kruse (featuring Led Zeppelin and Muddy Waters)

🎶 Stevie Ray Vaughan – Leave My Little Girl Alone (4:46)🎶 Chris Duarte – Big Legged Woman (5:15)
🎤 7:35 PM – Tales From The Road w/ Kevin (10:00)
🎶 The Beatles – Yer Blues (4:01)🎶 Muddy Waters – Mannish Boy (5:24)
🎶 Beatles Deep Cut Spotlight (7:59 PM)
🎶 The Beatles – Rain (2:59)🎶 The Beatles – Cry Baby Cry (3:02)
🎤 8:05 PM – Tales From The Road w/ Peter (~7:00)
🎶 The Animals – House of the Rising Sun (4:29)🎶 John Hiatt – Memphis in the Meantime (3:59)
🎤 8:42 PM – Kevin & Peter Discuss Peter’s Early Years in Music (~7:00))🎶 Led Zeppelin – Black Dog (4:54)
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Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #9 W/special Guest Tony Root (featuring Deep Purple)

🔥 Bass, Blues & Boogie: Tony Root & Bill LeClair Take Over Bus Stop Blues! 🎸🎹
SEO-Optimized Description:This week on The Bus Stop Blues, we’re bringing in the heavy hitters! 🎶🔥 Bass virtuoso Tony Root and master keyboardist Bill LeClair join the show for an electrifying night of stories, grooves, and deep blues wisdom.
🎸 Tony Root – The backbone of Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners for 25 years, Tony has played with blues legends like Son Seals and two-time Grammy nominee Gary Vincent. His thunderous bass has rocked stages with Deep Purple, Gov’t Mule, Robin Trower, CCR, and more—now, he’s here to drop some road tales and blues gold!
🎹 Bill LeClair – A veteran of the Chicago blues scene, Bill has shredded keys for Jimmy Rogers and the Maudes, Joe Moss, and Wayne Baker Brooks, playing iconic venues like House of Blues, Buddy Guy's Legends, and Ravinia. He’s jammed with legends like Elvin Bishop, Jimmy Johnson, and Lonnie Brooks—plus, rumor has it, he's got some serious dance moves!
With special guest host Bill LeClair adding his own spin, this episode is packed with fiery blues, killer stories, and maybe even a surprise jam session! Don’t miss out—stream now on Spotify, YouTube, Podbean & all major platforms!
🔊 Hit play and step into the groove! 🎶#BluesLegends #BassGroove #BoogieWoogie #TheBusStopBlues #TonyRoot #BillLeClair #BluesRock
 
Show Notes: The Bus Stop Blues – Episode 9🎙️ Special Guests: Tony Root (Bassist, The Nightburners) & Special Guest Host Bill LeClair (Keyboardist)
📅 Air Date: Sunday, 7-9 PM CST📻 Listen on: 98.3 FM – The Life, Spotify, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Pandora & all major podcast platforms
🔥 Episode Highlights:🎸 Tales From The Road with Bill LeClair & Tony Root🏆 Tony Root’s journey joining Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners🎶 Deep dive into Tony’s musical influences and experiences playing with legends🔥 A killer blues & rock setlist featuring Deep Purple, Sly & The Family Stone, King Crimson, Steve Morse Band & more!🎵 Featured Tracks & Segments
Track #1 – Dangerous Decisions / Bad Things – Jimmy Nick & Don’t Tell Mama (8:19)Track #2 – Lazy – Deep Purple (7:22)
🎤 7:38 PM – Tales From The Road w/ Bill LeClair (5:00)
Track #3 – Dance to the Music – Sly & The Family Stone (2:59)Track #4 – What’s Going on Here – Deep Purple (4:57)
🎤 8:05 PM – Tony Root on Meeting & Joining The Nightburners (5:00)
Track #5 – No One Came – Deep Purple (6:26)Track #6 – Twiggs Approved – Dixie Dregs (4:34)
🎤 8:21 PM – Tales From The Road w/ Tony Root (5:00)
Track #7 – Lay Down, Stay Down – Deep Purple (4:20)Track #8 – Anyone’s Daughter – Deep Purple (3:18)Track #9 – Old Fangled Thing – Deep Purple (4:43)
🎤 8:40 PM – Tony Root on Influences & Today’s Playing Style (5:00)
Track #10 – Book of Saturday – King Crimson (2:56)Track #11 – Runaway Train – Steve Morse Band (3:05)
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Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #8 W/Special Guest Mike Church (featuring The Beatles, Tony Rice, and Bill Monroe)

Featuring songs by: Led Zeppelin, Kraig Kenning, Tony Rice, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Beatles, Van Halen, Django Reinhardt, Stive Ray Vaughn, Bill Monroe and the Bluegrass Boys, and Lester Flatt & Earl Scruggs and The Foggy Mountain Boys

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode #7 W/Special Guest Bill Pantle (featuring Frank Sinatra)

Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues, Episode 7 W/Special Guest Bill Pantle (featuring Frank Sinatra)
 
Track #1 – Minnie The MoocherArtist- Cab CallowayTime: 3:24
Track #2 – Rockin’ at MidnightArtist- The HoneydrippersTime – 6:00
Track #3 SunnyArtist- Frank SinatraTime: 4:11
Track #4 Blues in the NightArtist- Frank SinatraTime- 4:44Track #5 In the MoodArtist- Glen MillerTime 3:36
Track #6 Learnin’ the BluesArtist- FrankTime 3:00
Track #7 I Wanna be AroundArtist- Frank SinatraTime 2:20
Track #8 Drinkin’ AgainArtist- Frank SinatraTime 3:12
Track #9 I Gotta Right to Sing the BluesArtist- Frank SinatraTime 2:59Track #10 I Got it BadArtist- Frank SinatraTime 3:22
Track #11 Day in Day OutArtist- Bill PantleTime 4:12
Track #12 – I Got You Under My SkinArtist- Bill PantleTime 4:43
Track #13 – Hallelujah, I Love Her SoArtist- Ray CharlesTime 2:35
Track #14 All of MeArtist- Billie HolidayTime 1:55