Michael Buckley on His 2025 Album Ebb & Flow & Life in Jazz

Neon Jazz Interviews · Mar 6, 2025 · 33m

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we speak with Dublin-based jazz saxophonist Michael Buckley, a leading figure in contemporary Irish jazz and an in-demand producer, arranger, and performer.

We dive into his new 2025 album, Ebb & Flow—a stunning collection of original compositions featuring an all-star lineup: Greg Felton (piano), Barry Donohue (bass), and Shane O’Donovan (drums). A veteran musician, Michael has collaborated and toured with jazz legends, including The Mingus Big Band and Septet, Dave Liebman, Lee Konitz, and George Coleman.

Join us…