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Neon Jazz Interviews
Neon Jazz is a radio show and interview series created and distributed since 2011. Hatched & Hosted by Joe Dimino out of Kansas City, Missouri. The series has been Engineered and generously supported by John Christopher over thirteen years, hundreds of episodes and thousands of interviews. We celebrate the glory days right on into the innovations of modern players. The aim is to tell the rich story of jazz through the voice of the musician and provide an enticing kaleidoscope of sound and…
Episodes
Neon Jazz InterviewsLuca Falomi & Anaïs Drago: Exploring the 2026 Album ¡Gracia! & Their Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Italy-based guitarist Luca Falomi and violinist Anaïs Drago! We caught up with these acclaimed…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGuitarist & Oudist Mustafa Dill on Love Unfold the Moon & the Art of Free Improvisation
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with guitarist and oudist Mustafa Dill, returning to the show with new music from the 2026 project…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAcclaimed Jazz Veteran Jerry Z on Break Allegro, Hammond B3 Soul & Jazz-Funk Grooves
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed veteran Hammond B3 organist and composer Jerry Z. Dig this conversation as we explore…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC Rising Jazz Vocalist Ekep Nkwelle on Caged Bird, Maya Angelou & Her Jazz Journey
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based rising jazz vocalist, composer, and bandleader Ekep Nkwelle. Dig into the story…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSaxophonist & Bandleader Victor Solano on Sundate, Jazz Messengers & Brooklyn Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based jazz tenor saxophonist and bandleader Victor Solano. Dig this conversation as we…
Neon Jazz InterviewsOlya Prohorova of Fugu Dugu Interview | Bucky Wanko and The Legend of Baba Yaga (2026)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Chicago-based jazz violinist Olya Prohorova of Fugu Dugu! We catch up with one of the leaders…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSaxophonist & Educator Dr. Justin Pierce Interview | Sway (2026) | Dallas Jazz, Saxophone & Musical Journey
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz saxophonist and educator Dr. Justin Pierce! We dive into his debut 2026 album, Sway, and…
Neon Jazz InterviewsChris Standring Interview | Time of Change (2026) | Retro-Soulful Jazz & Timeless Tunes
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Los Angeles-based jazz guitarist Chris Standring, returning for his third visit to the program…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMulti-Instrumentalist Rob Scheps | Blue States (2026) | Core Tet, SteepleChase & More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer Rob Scheps. With deep Kansas City roots, Rob…
Neon Jazz InterviewsTrombonist Steve Davis Interview | Meets Hank Jones, Vol. 2 (2026) | Jazz History & Timeless Swing
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed trombonist Steve Davis, returning to the program to share the remarkable story behind…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSaxophonist Paul Carlon Interview | Between Us Three (2026) | Modern Jazz, AI & Musical Connection
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz saxophonist and composer Paul Carlon, returning to the program to discuss his stellar 2026…
Neon Jazz InterviewsItaly-born, NYC-based Musician Noe Socha: View From Inside | Guitar, Harmonica & Blues-Infused Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Italy-born, NYC-based guitarist and harmonica player Noe Socha. We get into his new 2026 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsIlaria Capalbo Interview | The Brightest Sun (2026) | Motherhood, Creativity & Experimental Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Stockholm-based Italian bassist and composer Ilaria Capalbo! We caught up with Ilaria to…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSteve Rawlins: Word on the Street | Jazz Composer, Arranger & Pianist on His Remarkable Musical Journey
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed Jazz Composer, Arranger & Pianist Steve Rawlins. We get into his new 2026 release…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDrummer & 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…
Neon Jazz InterviewsItaly-based Tellkujira on La lucha es un poema colectivo (2026), Avant-Garde Jazz & Band History
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Tellkujira, the Italian avant-garde collective bringing together violist Ambra, guitarists…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMulti-Instrumentalist Danny Keane on ‘Kinesis’ | Experimental Jazz, Electronics & Progressive Music
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with London-based award-winning instrumentalist, composer and producer Danny Keane. We catch up with…
Neon Jazz InterviewsHarry Bartlett & Kurtis Perrie on ‘This Is Living’ | Experimental Jazz & Electronic Music Collaboration
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Nashville-based guitarist and composer Harry Bartlett and Toronto-based electronic music…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPianist, Vocalist & Organist Dr. Gianni Bianchini on ‘A Study in Songbook’ & His Jazz Journey
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Florida-based Pianist, Vocalist, Organist and Educator Dr. Gianni Bianchini. We dig into his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGuitarist & Arranger Tom Ricci on ‘Happening in Buenos Aires’ & His Jazz Journey
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Argentine-born Vocalist, Guitarist, Songwriter & Arranger Tom Ricci. Tom joins us to talk about…
Neon Jazz InterviewsScotland-based Andy Alston on Glasgow’s New Speakeasy, Jazz & New Music
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Scotland-based Jazz Composer, Producer & Pianist Andy Alston as we dig into the exciting new…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSaxophonist Ernest Melton on ‘Birth of a Revival’ | Kansas City Jazz & Blue Devil Revival
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City saxophonist Ernest Melton of Blue Devil Revival, presented through Mutual Musicians…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBrian Wecht’s Smooth Jazz Alter Ego Trey Magnifique Talks ‘Bebop Cowboy’ & Much More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with musician, comedian and theoretical physicist Brian Wecht, better known to smooth jazz fans as…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSinger Lisa Rich on “I Still Rise” | Jazz Comeback, Music & America
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz singer Lisa Rich talking about her powerful 2026 album I Still Rise. The last time Lisa…
Neon Jazz InterviewsZohar & Adam Talk “Osmosis” | New Jazz Duo Blending Jazz, Hip-Hop & Neo-Soul
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with dynamic New York-based jazz duo Zohar & Adam. One of the most highly anticipated young acts in…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBassist Dan Loomis Talks Joel Frahm Trio, Albums & Fall 2026 Tour to Kansas City
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz bassist Dan Loomis of the Joel Frahm Trio talking 2026 music, albums, touring, and the…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSaxophonist Andrew Rathbun on His 2026 Album “Episodes” with Gary Versace & More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based jazz tenor saxophonist Andrew Rathbun on his 2026 album Episodes. For Episodes…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDrummer Robert Jospé on The Night Sky, Jazz Drumming & a Legendary Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Drummer Robert Jospé. On this episode, we get into his new 2026 album, The Night Sky, and…
Neon Jazz InterviewsTrumpeter Nick Hmeljak on New Album Alive, Open Channel & Kansas City Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based jazz trumpeter and composer Nick Hmeljak. Nick is preparing to release his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsHayes Greenfield Interview | Painting in Sound, Immersive Jazz & Creative Sound
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz musician, composer, educator and founder of Creative Sound Play, Hayes Greenfield. We dig…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAcclaimed Pianist Armen Donelian | Inquiry, His 15th Album & a Four-Year Creative Journey
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Armen Donelian, discussing his remarkable 2026 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsThe Lost Roy Harris Trombone Symphony Comes to Life | Jim Pugh & Jim Anderson on New American Symphonies
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with GRAMMY-winning Engineer & Producer Jim Anderson and Distinguished Trombonist, Composer &…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRyan Barry Interview | If I Did Not Speak Out, Brooklyn Jazz & New Music
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based jazz saxophonist, composer and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Barry. We dig into his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsTrombonist & Composer Ryan Keberle | Here Is Donato!, João Donato & Brazilian Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz trombonist and composer Ryan Keberle, discussing his new 2026 album Here Is…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSwedish Musician & Artist Sophie Dunér on Messed-Up Stride, Her Career & Fearless Collaboration
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based Swedish jazz artist, composer, vocalist, and visual artist Sophie Dunér. In this…
Neon Jazz InterviewsHornist Will Schneider Interview | Convergence, Modern Jazz & the Toledo Music Scene
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Ohio-based in-demand jazz hornist, composer and educator Will Schneider. On this episode, we…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPianist Michel Reis | Reis Demuth Wiltgen, 2026 Album & 30 Years of Luxembourg Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed Luxembourg-based jazz pianist Michel Reis. In this wide-ranging conversation, we dive…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBandleader Russ Anixter: Hippie Big Band & Reimagining Rock Through Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Arranger, Orchestrator & Bandleader Russ Anixter on his 2026 project What’s Next? On this…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGermany-based Andrew Moorhead: Mirage, Jazz Piano & the Mathematics of Improvisation
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Germany-based Jazz Pianist & Composer Andrew Moorhead. Dig this fascinating conversation as we…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC-based Haruna Fukazawa: Plays at the Wrong Time | Jazz Flute, Frank Wess & Creative Freedom
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Japanese-born, New York-based flutist & improviser Haruna Fukazawa. Dig this interview as we…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPittsburgh, PA-based Guitarist Ken Karsh on Jazz Guitar, Jimmy McGriff, Bobby McFerrin & A Life in Music
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Pittsburgh, PA-based Guitarist Ken Karsh. Ken began playing guitar at age 9 and has spent a…
Neon Jazz InterviewsCincinnati-based Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist, Composer, Arranger, Bandleader & Educator Greg Chako
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Cincinnati-based Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist, Composer, Arranger, Bandleader & Educator Greg…
Neon Jazz InterviewsUK Multi-Instrumentalist & Composer Eddie Parker on Airborn, Rob Luft & a Life in Eclectic Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with UK-based Jazz Flutist, Multi-Instrumentalist & Composer Eddie Parker. We dive into his new 2026…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGuitarist George Grydkovets on Spirit In You, NYC Jazz & His Journey From Ukraine
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Ukraine-born, NYC-based Jazz Guitarist George Grydkovets. We take a deep dive into his powerful…
Neon Jazz InterviewsCanadian Guitarist Jeremy Green on In Motion, Jazz Fusion & His Unconventional Musical Journey
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed Toronto-based Jazz Guitarist Jeremy Green. We dive into his new 2026 album, In…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSaxophonist & Educator Rob Dixon on Naptown Soul, Indianapolis Jazz & the Legacy of Indiana Avenue
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Indianapolis-based Jazz Saxophonist, Composer, Arranger, Producer, Educator & Creative Director…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDenise Donatelli: Take My Breath Away | New Jazz Album, Geoffrey Keezer & a New Perspective on Life
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz vocalist Denise Donatelli, talking about her powerful new 2026 album Take My…
Neon Jazz InterviewsChristopher Dammann on Dead Words | Chicago Jazz, Free Jazz & the Future of Improvised Music
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Chicago-based jazz bassist and composer Christopher Dammann. On this episode, we dig into his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBob McChesney on Wingwalkers | The Art of Jazz Trombone, Doodle Tongue & a Remarkable Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed Nashville-based jazz trombonist Bob McChesney. On this episode, we dig into Bob's…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMichael Pronko on A Guide to Jazz in Japan | Japanese Jazz, Kansas City & Finding the Hidden Clubs
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with author Michael Pronko, talking about his 2026 book A Guide to Jazz in Japan. Michael was back…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGuitarist Mike Murray on Convergence, Jazz Guitar & the Power of Connection
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Canadian Jazz Guitarist Mike Murray on his powerful new 2026 album, Convergence. We originally…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMusician & Label Owner Gregory Howe on Daggerboard, Mike Clark & Building Wide Hive Records
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Composer, Multi-Instrumentalist & Founder/Owner of Wide Hive Records Gregory Howe. We cover the…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAward-Winning Mark Isham on At the Carousel Club, Jazz, Film Scores & 40 Years of Music
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with GRAMMY and Emmy Award-Winning Trumpeter, Composer & Synthesist Mark Isham. We caught up with…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJohn Pachnos on His New 2026 Jazz Album, Bass & His Musical Journey | Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New Jersey-based Upright & Electric Jazz Bassist John Pachnos. We dig into John's new…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSimone Basile & Antonio Cerfeda on Perspectives with John Patitucci and Much More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Italy-based Jazz Guitarist Simone Basile and Drummer Antonio Cerfeda. We dig into their new…
Neon Jazz InterviewsStella Heath: For Billie | Honoring Billie Holiday’s Legacy | Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Bay Area jazz vocalist Stella Heath. In this conversation, we explore Stella’s debut album, For…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDr. Ray Seol: The Prison of Language | Jazz, Korean Shamanism & Much More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Musician, Author & Berklee College of Music Associate Professor Dr. Ray Seol. In this…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNick Stefanacci Talks New Album Right Here, Right Now & Much More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with the Prince of Soul Jazz, international saxophonist and producer Nick Stefanacci, discussing his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGiulio Cuppari & Giosuè Consiglio of Psoas Trio Talks New Album Satori | Italian Contemporary Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with guitarist Giulio Cuppari and drummer Giosuè Consiglio of the Italy-based Psoas Trio. We take a…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSinger Jennifer Madsen on Girl Talk, Big Band Jazz & the American Songbook
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz vocalist Jennifer Madsen, talking about her powerful 2026 album Girl Talk. This…