Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #102 “A Chapter in the History of The Blues” Featuring: Chicago Blues

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   EPISODE #102 Aired on WRLR 98.3 FM in Chicago - 05/21/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Chicago Blues Hosts: Kevin Purcell and Road Bill    A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Chicago Blues Climb aboard the Big Bus as The Bus Stop Blues dives into one of the most important and influential movements in American music history—Chicago Blues. Road Bill and Kevin “Papa Blues” Purcell trace the journey of the blues from the Mississippi Delta to the streets and clubs of Chicago, where the music plugged in, turned up, and changed the world forever. Featuring legendary artists like Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Little Walter, Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, Koko Taylor, and more, this episode explores the electrified sound, powerful storytelling, and gritty soul that defined the Chicago blues scene. From smoky South Side clubs to Chess Records and beyond, discover how Chicago became the heartbeat of modern blues and the foundation for rock and roll itself. Punch your ticket, grab a seat, and experience a true chapter in the history of the blues—Chicago style.   Date: 05/21/26 – “A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Chicago Blues” Muddy Waters – Hoochie Coochie Man Howlin’ Wolf – Smokestack Lightning Little Walter – Juke Willie Dixon – I Just Want to Make Love to You Elmore James – Dust My Broom Buddy Guy – Stone Crazy Koko Taylor – Wang Dang Doodle Otis Rush – I Can’t Quit You Baby Magic Sam – All Your Love (I Miss Loving) Jimmy Reed – Bright Lights, Big City Junior Wells – Messin’ with the Kid