Drummer & Composer Phil Haynes on Terra, Ben Monder & a Lifetime in Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz drummer and composer Phil Haynes, discussing his 2026 album Terra and the creative journey behind it. Since publishing his acclaimed 2023 memoir, Chasing the Masters, Phil has entered a prolific new chapter of his musical life. The writing process prompted him to revisit his past, reconnect with old friends, and reunite with longtime collaborators—including musicians he hadn't worked with in decades.
His new album, Terra, brings those threads together through a fresh musical collaboration that spans generations. Released on…
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