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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 InterviewsToronto Jazz Guitarist David Riddel (Dr. Purgatory) | The Consumption: A Tragic Folktale in Six Parts
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Toronto-based jazz guitarist, composer, and storyteller David Riddel, also known as Dr…
Neon Jazz InterviewsToni Basanta – Cuba-Born Jazz Advocate & Radio Host on the Legacy of Count Basie
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Cuba-born, Vermont-based Jazz Historian, World Music…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Guitarist Michael McClintock on 2025 Album Here and There
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. We reconnect with Paris-based, Kansas City-bred jazz guitarist Michael McClintock to talk about his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC Jazz Vocalist Susan Hinkson on Her Debut Album Just in Time
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New York City-based jazz vocalist Susan Hinkson. In this episode, we explore the story behind…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Pianist Tommaso Perazzo & Drummer Marcello Cardillo on 2025 Album Portrait of a Moment
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Italian jazz talents Tommaso Perazzo (piano) and Marcello Cardillo (drums). We talk about their…
Neon Jazz InterviewsLegendary Jazz Guitarist Tisziji Muñoz on the Quantum Blues Album with Paul Shaffer
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with veteran jazz guitarist and spiritual improviser Tisziji Muñoz. In this revealing conversation…
Neon Jazz InterviewsTrombonist Reggie Watkins on 2025 Album Rivers & Pittsburgh’s Jazz Legacy
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz trombonist Reggie Watkins, diving into his powerful new 2025 album, Rivers. Few…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBlues Prodigy & Multi-Instrumentalist Brody Buster & His New 2025 Album "Redemption"
Welcome to a fresh edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series with Kansas City-based blues powerhouse Brody Buster. In this episode, we dive deep into his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Bassist & Educator Rodney Jordan
In this episode of Neon Jazz, we talk with acclaimed jazz bassist, bandleader, and educator Rodney Jordan about his powerful new 2025 release, Memphis Blue – a…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJapanese-born, Michigan-based Jazz Trombonist Nanami Haruta
In this episode of the Neon Jazz interview series, we spotlight rising star Nanami Haruta – a gifted Japanese-born, Michigan-based jazz trombonist making waves…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNeon Jazz Exclusive | Author of the 2025 Book Don Byas: Sax Expat Con Chapman
In this episode, we talk with writer and jazz historian Con Chapman, author of the new book Don Byas: Sax Expat. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri and now…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAsheville, NC-based Jazz Bassist Quinn Sternberg on the New 2025 Album Pleasant Returns
In this episode, we reconnect with Asheville, NC-based jazz bassist Quinn Sternberg to talk about his deeply personal new album, Pleasant Returns — set for…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC Jazz Singer Naama on the 2025 Album Dream With Me
In this episode, we talk with New York City jazz singer Naama about her highly anticipated 2025 album Dream With Me — set for release on June 6th, 2025. This…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDream Jazz Journey: Tracey Ostebo on Her Father John McKergow's Trip to KC for Basie at 90 Show
Welcome to a very special edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this moving episode, we talk with Tracey Ostebo, daughter of super jazz fan John…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSam Sadigursky – Veteran Jazz Clarinetist on The Solomon Diaries: Volumes IV & V
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we speak with veteran jazz clarinetist and composer Sam Sadigursky about his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAlex McLaughlin | Jazz Bassist, Composer & Program Director on 2025 Album A Brand New State
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we chat with jazz bassist, composer, and educator Alex McLaughlin, as he shares…
Neon Jazz InterviewsTowner Galaher on the New 2025 Album Brothers & Jazz Organ Trio Revival
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring seasoned jazz drummer and composer Towner Galaher. In this episode, we explore his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsUNESCO Treasurer James May | Count Basie 90 Celebration – Kansas City | International Jazz Day 2025
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring a special conversation with UNESCO Treasurer James May. In celebration of 90 Years of…
Neon Jazz InterviewsChristoph Irniger of The Quintet Pilgrim – "Human Intelligence Live" on Intakt Records
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring Zurich-based tenor saxophonist Christoph Irniger, leader of the acclaimed group The…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRyan Middagh on Tenor Madness, Jazz Education & Nashville
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we talk with jazz saxophonist, bandleader, arranger, and educator Ryan Middagh…
Neon Jazz InterviewsIngi Bjarni Skúlason Talks 2025 Album Hope & More on Neon Jazz
Welcome to a fresh edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we reconnect with acclaimed Icelandic jazz pianist Ingi Bjarni Skúlason to…
Neon Jazz InterviewsCongressman Emanuel Cleaver on the KC Jazz Icon Count Basie 90 Celebration, KC & Jazz
Welcome to a special edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we catch up with Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II to talk about the 90-year…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBobby Selvaggio on His 2025 Album Stories, Dreams, Inspirations: For My Boy
Welcome to another edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with acclaimed jazz saxophonist Bobby Selvaggio about his 12th album as…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Pianist Helen Sung on her Folly Show in Kansas City with Bach Aria Soloists on 4.5.25
🎹 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series In this episode, we catch up with renowned jazz pianist & composer Helen Sung ahead of her highly…
Neon Jazz InterviewsEmiliano Vernizzi on Neon Jazz – New Album Good Morning World & The Italian Jazz Scene
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we sit down with Italian jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Emiliano…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMustafa Dill on Neon Jazz – New 2025 Album Explode Yourself
Welcome to a fresh edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, where we dive into the music and stories of the world’s most dynamic jazz artists. In this…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJackie Myers on Neon Jazz – New 2025 Album What About the Butterfly
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we sit down with Kansas City jazz pianist & vocalist Jackie Myers to discuss her…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGrammy-Winning Trumpeter Scotty Barnhart on 90 Years of Count Basie’s Swing Celebration
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we sit down with Grammy Award-winning jazz trumpeter & Count Basie Orchestra…
Neon Jazz InterviewsKansas City Icon Lonnie McFadden on 90 Years of Count Basie’s Swing Celebration
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with Kansas City icon Lonnie McFadden about the highly anticipated 90…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Vocalist Sachal Vasandani on Neon Jazz – 2025 Album Best Life Now
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we catch up with renowned jazz vocalist Sachal Vasandani to discuss his 2025 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPaul Vornhagen on His 2025 Album Live at the Blue Llama
🎷 Welcome to another edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! This time, we head to Ann Arbor, Michigan to connect with the renowned Detroit-native jazz…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAnita Dixon-Brown on Kansas City Jazz, UNESCO & 90 Years of Count Basie’s Swing
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring Kansas City jazz advocate, local historian, and leader of the "90 Years of Count Basie’s…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJacob Wick on His 2025 Album & Queer-Inspired Jazz Innovation
🎷 Welcome to another edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. This time, we head to Mexico City to catch up with jazz improviser, composer, writer, and…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJohn Lentz & Harvey Diamond on Their 2025 Album "How Strange the Road Should Be So Easy"
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we speak with veteran jazz musicians John Lentz & Harvey Diamond about their 2025…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSaxophonist Randal Despommier on South, New Orleans Roots & Jazz Evolution
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with New York-based jazz saxophonist & composer Randal Despommier about…
Neon Jazz InterviewsThe Empress on Square One, Women in Jazz & Their Musical Chemistry
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we speak with members of the modern jazz group The Empress, a powerhouse ensemble…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAaron Johnson on Jazz Radio & His New Book Jazz Radio America
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series, featuring Professor of Music and Author Aaron Johnson. His latest book, Jazz Radio America (2025)…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGabriela Martina & Maxim Lubrasky on Explorations in Sound – A Bold Jazz Journey
Welcome to a fresh edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. This time, we catch up with jazz composer, musician, and educator Gabriela Martina alongside…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMon David on DNA Continuum – A Journey Through Jazz & Beyond
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! This time, we sit down with LA-based jazz vocalist, composer, arranger, and musician Mon David to…
Neon Jazz InterviewsKevin Sun on Lofi at Lowlands – Pushing Jazz Boundaries | Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we sit down with jazz saxophonist Kevin Sun to discuss his 2025 album Lofi at…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJeanie Bryson & Barry Miles on Sing You a Brand New Song – Honoring Coleman Mellett
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with recording artist Jeanie Bryson and pianist/arranger/producer Barry…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC Jazz Trumpeter Benny Benack III on His 2025 Midwest Tour & Kansas City Stop
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we catch up with stellar NYC jazz trumpeter and vocalist Benny Benack III ahead of…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMontreal Jazz Pianist Ariane Racicot on Her 2025 Album Danser avec le feu
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we sit down with Montreal-based jazz pianist and composer Ariane Racicot to…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Interview | Kate McGarry & Rondi Charleston on Suspended in Time (2025)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. This time, we sit down with acclaimed jazz vocalists Kate McGarry and Rondi Charleston to discuss…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRussell Anixter & The Hippie Big Band | A Neon Jazz Exclusive on Living the Dream
Welcome to a brand-new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, where we sit down with jazz bandleader, musician, and copyist Russell Anixter. We dive into…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRachael Calladine Returns with The Game & Her Long Life in Jazz | Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with seasoned UK jazz-soul songstress Rachael Calladine about her highly…
Neon Jazz InterviewsYounee on Her New Live Album & The Jazz Journey | Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with South Korean-born, Germany-based Jazz Composer, Pianist &…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRon Ledoux on Views, Visions & Destinations | Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we talk with Canadian Jazz Guitarist & Educator Ron Ledoux about his 2025 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSean Nelson & The New London Big Band on Don't Stop Now, His Career & Much More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we catch up with jazz trombonist, composer, arranger, and bandleader Sean Nelson…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMichael Buckley on His 2025 Album Ebb & Flow & Life in Jazz
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…
Neon Jazz InterviewsExploring UK Experimental Jazz: Neon Jazz Interview with Waldo’s Gift
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we catch up with the UK jazz trio Waldo’s Gift—featuring guitarist Alun…
Neon Jazz InterviewsExclusive Interview: Jazz Singer Michelle Nicolle Talks New Album In a Silent Way & 2025 U.S. Tour
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring acclaimed Australian jazz singer Michelle Nicolle. In this exclusive conversation…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Saxophonist Dan Moretti on His 2025 Album Brazilia Live at the Pump House
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring renowned jazz saxophonist Dan Moretti. In this exclusive conversation, he discusses his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsLucy Wijnands Talks Spring 2025 Kansas City Gigs & NYC Life – Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Kansas City-born, NYC-based jazz singer Lucy Wijnands. As she gears up for a series of…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPaul Hanson Interview | Jazz Bassoon Innovation & New Album Calliope
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we catch up with veteran jazz bassoonist Paul Hanson from his home in Northern…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRob Scheps Neon Jazz Interview | Spring 2025 Midwest Jazz Tour & Kansas City Scene
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring acclaimed jazz saxophonist Rob Scheps as he embarks on his Spring 2025 Midwest tour. We…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDanish Jazz Bassist Lasse Mørck of the Band Oh People
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Danish jazz bassist Lasse Mørck of the band Oh People. We caught up with him to discuss…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRenee Rosnes Interview | Crossing Paths & The Art of Brazilian Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring veteran jazz pianist Renee Rosnes as we explore her highly anticipated 2025 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSyrian-born, Brooklyn-based Jazz Composer & Clarinetist Kinan Azmeh
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with Syrian-born, Brooklyn-based jazz composer & clarinetist Kinan Azmeh…
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Jazz Guitarist Bill Moio
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with veteran jazz guitarist Bill Moio about his new 2025 album Try This…