The Bus Stop Blues’s Podcast
The Bus Stop Blues’s Podcast
Podcast Description
Blues Music, Guests, and witty Banter
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The show focuses on the rich history and evolution of blues music, with episodes covering the lives and contributions of influential artists like Junior Wells and Muddy Waters, alongside personal anecdotes from Kevin Purcell's experiences in 'Music Land' and the local music scene.
The Bus Stop Blues podcast, a three times a week radio show broadcasted from live and recorded at 98.3 FM
– The Life radio station in Northern Lake County, Illinois from 7pm on Tuesday’s, Thursday’s and Sunday nights.
The show features blues inspired music, with originals from Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners as well as
Blues legends from today and yesteryear. The show includes “Tales From The Road” a recurring feature, plus witty
conversations from your hosts and special in studio guests.
NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK
TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL
EPISODE #85
04/12/26 -Pierre Lacocque from, Mississippi Heat
Hosts: Road Bill with Special Guest host Dan Peters
All aboard for Episode 85 of The Bus Stop Blues as Road Bill is joined by special guest host Dan “Showstopper” Peters for a night packed with Chicago blues history and world-class musicianship.
In the studio, they welcome harmonica master and Mississippi Heat bandleader Pierre Lacocque, a true ambassador of the blues whose journey spans continents and decades. Together, they dive into the roots of the Chicago sound, sharing stories, influences, and the music that shaped it all.
Featuring legends like Muddy Waters, Junior Wells, Albert King, Sonny Boy Williamson, and more—plus a powerful spotlight on Mississippi Heat—this episode is a deep, authentic ride through the blues tradition. Turn it up and enjoy the journey—because the blues are alive and thriving on The Bus Stop Blues!
Episode 85 Song List
Guest: Pierre Lacocque (Mississippi Heat)
- “Hoodoo Man Blues” – Junior Wells (2:06)
- “Your Love Is Evil” – The West Side Winders (2:56)
- “Long Distance Call” – Muddy Waters (2:38)
- “Blow Wind Blow” – Muddy Waters (3:11)
- “You’re the One” – Jimmy Rogers (4:15)
- “Baby Scratch My Back” – Slim Harpo (2:52)
- “New Mean Old Train” – Papa George Lightfoot (3:17)
- “Blueberry Hill” – Fats Domino (2:23)
- “Crosscut Saw” – Albert King (2:35)
- “Digging My Potatoes” – Sonny Terry (3:32)
- “Help Me” – Sonny Boy Williamson (3:07)
- “Moanin’ and Cryin’” – Mississippi Heat (6:13)
- “Heartbroken” – Mississippi Heat (7:37)
- “Shiverin’ Blues” – Mississippi Heat (5:40)
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