Chicago Blues: The Bus Stop Blues - Episode #69 A Chapter in the History of the Blues Featuring: Son House

The Bus Stop Blues  thebusstopblues.com Our Patreon   NOW 3 NIGHTS A WEEK TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY AT 7PM on 98.3FM in Round Lake, IL   EPISODE #69 3/05/26 - A Chapter in the History of the Blues: Son House Hosts: Kevin Purcell & Road Bill   This week on The Bus Stop Blues, Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell dig deep into the Delta soil for another powerful installment of A Chapter in the History of the Blues, spotlighting the raw and riveting Son House. From the haunting cry of “Death Letter Blues” to the spiritual intensity of “Preachin’ the Blues” and the hypnotic stomp of “Grinnin’ in Your Face,” this episode traces the fire and fury that made Son House one of the most influential figures in Delta blues history. His voice carried the weight of the church, the fields, and the human struggle, while his slide guitar carved out a sound that would shape Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, and generations beyond. Join us as we explore the music, the ministry, the mystery, and the rediscovery of a man who helped define the very foundation of the blues. Listen live Sundays at 7pm on 98.3 FM The Life, or catch the podcast anytime at thebusstopblues.com and all major streaming platforms. Punch your ticket, take your seat, and ride with us into the heart of the Delta. The Bus Stop Blues Where history lives… and the blues rolls on. Episode 69 Song List Son House – Death Letter Blues Son House – Grinnin’ in Your Face Son House – Preachin’ the Blues (Up Jumped the Devil) Son House – My Black Mama (Parts 1 & 2) Son House – Levee Camp Moan Son House – Dry Spell Blues Son House – Walking Blues Son House – County Farm Blues