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The Bus Stop Blues Podcast Hits 3,500 Downloads in Just 4 Months — Broadcasting Live, Worldwide

Wauconda, IL — May 24, 2025 — The blues are alive and well — and riding shotgun with The Bus Stop Blues, a fast-growing podcast that’s hit the airwaves running with over 3,500 downloads across 35+ countries and 38 states in just over four months.

Hosted by Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell, The Bus Stop Blues blends gritty storytelling, live jams, rare tracks, and deep dives into the roots, legends, and modern voices of blues music. From classic Chicago grooves to European blues cafés, each episode is a soulful ride through music history and culture, all from the back of their metaphorical bus.

But the bus doesn’t just roll online — it’s live on-air every Sunday night.

Fans can catch The Bus Stop Blues live every Sunday on 98.3 FM – The Life, or stream it from anywhere at 983thelife.com. The show also streams live on Twitch, Facebook, and Instagram, bringing real-time stories, listener Q&As, and special guest appearances straight to fans around the world.

A Global Blues Revival

With a rapidly growing fanbase spanning five continents, The Bus Stop Blues has featured award-winning artists, historic recordings, international performers, and original live jam sessions. Recent episodes include:

  • Episode 17: “Songs, Stories & Soul” with award-winning artist Derrick Procel
  • Episode 16: “Keys, Congas & Revival Fire” featuring RoseHill Revival’s Bill LeClair & Dave Swanson
  • Episode 18: “From Kutná Hora to Clarksdale” exploring global blues traditions

Each week brings something new — and something real.

Tune In & Ride Along

🎧 The Bus Stop Blues is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and all major platforms. For live shows, archives, and upcoming guests, visit:
👉 https://thebusstopblues.com

📨 Questions, feedback, or guest inquiries? Email: TheBusStopBlues@gmail.com


About The Bus Stop Blues:
The Bus Stop Blues is a podcast and live radio show dedicated to preserving, promoting, and exploring the rich tradition of blues music around the world. Hosted by Road Bill and Kevin “Shoeshine” Purcell, the show blends storytelling, interviews, classic cuts, and exclusive live performances for a one-of-a-kind listening experience.

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