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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 InterviewsJUNO Winner Dominique Fils-Aimé on New Album, Creative Journey & Much More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Montreal-based, JUNO Award-winning jazz vocalist Dominique Fils-Aimé…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAustin Singer-Songwriter Sarah Sharp on Deja Vu (2026) | Jazz, Folk & Americana Fusion
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Austin, Texas-based singer, songwriter, and former Jitterbug Vipers…
Neon Jazz Interviews9-Time Grammy Nominee Tierney Sutton on New 2026 Album Spring, Legacy & Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with nine-time Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton about her…
Neon Jazz InterviewsLatin Music Icon Tito Puente Jr. Talks Jazz, Salsa, YMU Jazz Collective & His Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Latin musician, percussionist, bandleader, songwriter, and producer…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Composer Ron Rieder on New Album Blues and Other Hues (2026) & A Life in Science + Music
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Andover, Massachusetts-based jazz composer, songwriter, and pianist…
Neon Jazz InterviewsHindy Bare Interview – Jillo (2026) | Jazz, Blues & Inspiring Comeback
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with San Diego-based jazz keyboardist and composer Hindy Bare. We dive…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Conductor Mitch Glickman Talks 2026 Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute, Jazz, Radio & More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with award-winning jazz conductor, composer, producer, and radio host…
Neon Jazz InterviewsThe Rachel Sutton Interview | Realms (2026) Jazz, Theatre & Performance
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz singer, songwriter, actress, and charismatic entertainer Rachel Sutton. We dive into her…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMonika Herzig Interview | Transparent (2026) Jazz, Humanity & Love
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with international jazz pianist, composer, and humanitarian Monika Herzig…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJeff Lederer Interview | There’s a Yearnin’ (2026) Jazz Meets Dolphy & Ornette
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with saxophonist, clarinetist, and composer Jeff Lederer about his 2026…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAlex Wilson & Omar Rios Interview | The Art of the Deep Connection (2026) & More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed pianist Alex Wilson and guitarist Omar Rios about their…
Neon Jazz InterviewsLatin GRAMMY Winner Emilio Solla on 2026's Handmade & His Life in Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Argentina-born, New York-based pianist, composer, and bandleader…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMinneapolis Jazz Singer Leslie Vincent Talks Little Black Book (2026) & Her Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Minneapolis-based jazz vocalist and songwriter Leslie Vincent. We dive into her 2026 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsFrom Orchestra to Jazz: Double Bassist Sue Cahill Talks Evanstonia & Her Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring respected orchestral double bassist and composer Sue Cahill. We catch up with Sue to…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC-based Jazz Songwriter, Arranger, Producer & Bandleader Dewey Huang
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring NYC-based jazz songwriter, arranger, producer, and bandleader Dewey Huang. We dive into…
Neon Jazz InterviewsInside Baltimore Jazz Collective with Todd Marcus | Debut Album Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed jazz clarinetist Todd Marcus of the Baltimore Jazz Collective. We dive into the…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Vocalist Daphne Roubini Talks Whiskey Scented Kisses (2026) & Black Gardenia
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Vancouver-based jazz vocalist and songwriter Daphne Roubini. We dive into her 2026 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsGene De Souza on Gafieira Rio Miami & “Beleza Pura” (2026) | Neon Jazz Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Miami-based jazz producer and radio host Gene De Souza. We caught up with Gene to talk…
Neon Jazz InterviewsKansas City-based Singer & Songwriter Delynia Jannell
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based singer and songwriter Delynia Jannell. This rising artist began singing at…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRebecca Rafla Interview | Fundamentally Unfinished (2025) & Rising Jazz Vocalist
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Indianapolis-based jazz vocalist Rebecca Rafla. We dive into her 2025 album Fundamentally…
Neon Jazz InterviewsTom Oren – Dark Lights (2026) | Jazz Piano, Monk Competition Winner Interview
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based jazz pianist and composer Tom Oren. We dive into his 2026 album Dark Lights on Anzic…
Neon Jazz InterviewsVanessa Collier Interview | Blues Awards Nominee, “Do It My Own Way” & Keep It Saxy Tour
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with multi-award-winning vocalist and saxophonist Vanessa Collier. This powerhouse blues artist is a…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBassist, Composer & Arranger Corcoran Holt on 2026’s Freedom of Art
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed jazz bassist, composer, and arranger Corcoran Holt. We dive…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNeon Jazz Special - The Neon Beat’s John Christopher has a Thelonious Monk Question for Neon Jazz’s Joe Dimino
Welcome to a special edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series with a bit of a curveball. During the recording of Episode 953 on April Fool’s Day 2026, Neon…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBetty Bryant – 96 Years Young | New Jazz Album & Career Reflections
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with legendary Kansas City-born, Los Angeles-based jazz singer, pianist, and composer Betty Bryant…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPianist & Composer Yelena Eckemoff on 2026's Rosendals Garden & Jazz Storytelling
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Yelena Eckemoff. Known for her…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJeffrey Nussbaum & Bobby Sanabria Interview on Sam Baum's 2026 Album From My Shiny Imagination
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with trumpeter and advocate Jeffrey Nussbaum and celebrated drummer Bobby…
Neon Jazz InterviewsLatin Jazz Master Samuel Torres on New Music, Trio Libre & More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with Latin Grammy Award-winning percussionist and composer Samuel Torres…
Neon Jazz InterviewsMusicians Kyle Nasser & Nick Jost of the Trio Triple Blind on 2026’s Album Cold Walk
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with musicians Kyle Nasser and Nick Jost of the Brooklyn-based trio Triple…
Neon Jazz InterviewsBoston-based Jazz Guitarist Matt Greenwood on the 2026 Album Daybreak
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series with Boston-based jazz guitarist Matt Greenwood. We caught up with Matt to talk about his 2026…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Saxophonist Rob Scheps Talks About His New Book & May 2026 KC Show
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series with acclaimed jazz saxophonist Rob Scheps. We caught up with Rob to discuss a busy and exciting…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSan Francisco-based Jazz Trumpeter & Bandleader of the Lazy Californians Cameron Washington
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with San Francisco-based jazz trumpeter, composer, producer, and…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNolatet's Brian Haas on 2026's Somethin' to Relax With, Chet Baker & Spring Kansas City Show
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed jazz pianist Brian Haas of the New Orleans band Nolatet. We dive deep into their…
Neon Jazz InterviewsRising Harlem Vocalist Alicia Waller on Debut Album Louder Then & Her Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with emerging Harlem-based jazz and soul vocalist Alicia Waller. We caught…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Guitar Legend Mitch Dalton on Out of the Shadows & His Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with veteran British jazz guitarist Mitch Dalton. Known as one of the…
Neon Jazz InterviewsAudrey Ochoa Interview – The Sorceress (2026), Jazz, Pop & Electronica Fusion
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with Canadian jazz trombonist, vocalist, and composer Audrey Ochoa. We…
Neon Jazz InterviewsCaroline Davis Interview – Fallows (2026), Saxophone & Modern Jazz Innovation
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with NYC-based jazz saxophonist and composer Caroline Davis. We caught up…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Drummer John Clay on His Career & Leading His First Album About Time (2026)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with NYC-based veteran drummer, in-demand musician, and jazz leader John…
Neon Jazz InterviewsLehCats Interview – Karen & Norbert Stachel on Live at the Breakroom (2026)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with jazz couple and dynamic duo LehCats—featuring Karen Stachel and…
Neon Jazz InterviewsIsabella Isherwood Interview – Jazz Vocals, Theater & The Sweetest Sounds (2026)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with Chicago-based actor, vocalist, pianist, music director, and conductor…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPianist Ted Rosenthal on 2026's Good Old Days & Honoring Ken Peplowski
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed jazz pianist Ted Rosenthal. We dive into his 2026 release…
Neon Jazz InterviewsFederica Colangelo Interview – Italian Jazz Piano & Forward (Acquaphonica Trio)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with Italian jazz pianist Federica Colangelo. We caught up with her from…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDave Slonaker Interview – Big Band Jazz, Film Scoring & Shifty Paradigms (2026)
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with big band leader, orchestrator, arranger, and film & TV composer Dave…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Saxophonist Dave Wilson | When Evan Goes East & Modern Sound
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, composer, and scholar Dave Wilson. We…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJames Judson Interview – Jazz Comeback Story & 2026 Album Songs of My Dreams
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with storied jazz pianist and vocalist James Judson. We dive into his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJohn Beasley Interview – GRAMMY Winner on Invisible Piano & Miles Davis Tribute Tour
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with GRAMMY-winning jazz pianist, composer, and arranger John Beasley. We…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDavid Cieri Interview – Music Behind the 2026 PBS Documentary - Ken Burns’ THOREAU
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with jazz composer David Cieri about his work on the 2026 documentary…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNew Orleans Jazz Clarinetist Benjamin Cousins on What We Dream It To Be & His Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with New Orleans–based jazz clarinetist and composer Benjamin Cousins. We…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNneoma Lanea Interview – Rising Kansas City Jazz Saxophonist & Singer | Neon Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with Kansas City–based jazz saxophonist, singer, and songwriter Nneoma…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSteve Wilson Interview – Enduring Sonace | Jazz Saxophonist on New 2026 Album
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed jazz saxophonist and flutist Steve Wilson about his 2026…
Neon Jazz InterviewsDaniel Grabois & Tom Curry on The Zappa House Concert & Much More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with educators and musicians from the acclaimed Meridian Arts Ensemble —…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJeff Lofton Interview – ATX Rhythm | Austin Jazz Trumpeter on New 2026 Album & His Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed Austin, Texas–based jazz trumpeter Jeff Lofton. We caught…
Neon Jazz InterviewsNeon Jazz Episode 950 Celebration via Show Engineer John Christopher - 3.11.26
In honor of the big 950th Episode of Neon Jazz, Show Engineer and long-time friend John Christopher chimes in on the 15 years of radio and interviews. The true…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSinger, Guitarist & Composer Billy Brandt The Lucky Hustle & The Side Show Shuffle & More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring seasoned singer, guitarist, and composer Billy Brandt. We caught up with Billy to talk…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Guitar Legend Dave Stryker on 2026's Blue Fire & Recording at Van Gelder Studio
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed jazz guitarist Dave Stryker. We caught up with Dave to talk about his 2026 album…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Trombonist & Bandleader Steve Berndt Interview on Heart of Hearts (2026) & His Career
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Ottawa-based bandleader, vocalist, and trombonist Steve Berndt. We caught up with Steve to…
Neon Jazz InterviewsSouth Florida-based Jazz Guitarist Tom Lippincott
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring South Florida–based jazz guitarist Tom Lippincott. We caught up with Tom to talk about his…
Neon Jazz InterviewsPhiladelphia-based Jazz Pianist & Composer James Fernando
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Philadelphia-based jazz pianist and composer James Fernando. We caught up with this…
Neon Jazz InterviewsChicago-based Jazz Trumpeter & Bandleader Sam Robinson
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Chicago-based jazz trumpeter and bandleader Sam Robinson. We caught up with Sam on…
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Vocalist, Composer & Bandleader Katie Bull on the 2026 Album The Hope Etudes
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Jazz Vocalist, Composer and Bandleader Katie Bull discussing her powerful 2026 album The…