Kansas City-based Jazz Bassist Sebastian Arias
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Kansas City-based jazz bassist Sebastian Arias. Fresh off a scorching live performance at Westport Theater in July 2025, we caught up with this dynamic musician to talk about his compelling journey — from his roots in Costa Rica, through his time in Utah, and ultimately to the vibrant, historic Kansas City jazz scene.
In this insightful conversation, Sebastian shares his musical influences, his views on the current KC jazz landscape, and what’s next in the studio with new recordings on the horizon. It’s a deep dive into…
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