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Neon Jazz Interviews

Neon Jazz Interviews - The Finest Jazz Musicians From All Over the Globe

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

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00:25:04

Slovenia-born, NYC-based Jazz Saxophonist Jan Kus

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/23

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Slovenia-born, NYC-based Jazz Saxophonist Jan Kus. We dig into his new 2025 EP Night Rides and his creative journey in the modern jazz world. Alongside Puerto Rican multi-instrumentalist Dan Martínez, Jan co-founded Play_Ground, an eclectic musical project that blends global sounds and cinematic moods. Night Rides takes listeners on a late-night journey — headlights flashing, grooves pulsing, and memories flowing — a soundtrack for

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00:23:01

Avante-Garde Guitarist Ethan "Emaginario" Margolis on...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/22

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Avant-Garde Guitarist Ethan Margolis — also known as Emaginario. He opens up about his new 2025 album The Blues Around Us, his creative partnership with acclaimed pianist Chano Domínguez, and his life in music. Released on Unifying Sounds, this debut album captures the spirit of global connection — bridging Cleveland and Cádiz through a shared passion for blending genres and transcending musical borders. Nearly eight years in the

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00:37:30

Distinguished Jazz Educator, Composer, Musician &...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/21

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Distinguished Jazz Educator, Composer, Musician & Interviewer David Schroeder. A celebrated force in jazz education and oral history, David has launched his new podcast series “From the Minds of Jazz Musicians.” The show offers an intimate journey through jazz, filled with personal stories from his career and heartfelt conversations with fellow musicians, friends, and family. Building on his legacy from the Artists’ House Jazz

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00:13:22

KC-based Jazz Guitarist Jeff Shirley on the 2025...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/20

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based Jazz Guitarist Jeff Shirley on his 2025 album “Trio Live at Green Lady Lounge.” A familiar face around the Neon Jazz world, Jeff continues to shine as a cornerstone of the vibrant KC jazz scene. This live recording showcases tunes from his deep catalog of compositions, spanning six albums over 13 years. Joined by bassist Seth Lee and drummer Antonio Reyes, Jeff delivers an authentic, energetic performance in his

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00:30:11

Acclaimed Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist & Composer Roger...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/20

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Acclaimed Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist & Composer Roger Glenn on his remarkable career .. In part two of our conversation, we explore his charmed life in the jazz world following the release of his 2025 album My Latin Heart. Roger is the “ingredient X” — the secret sauce behind so many legendary sounds. Across four decades, he’s elevated the music of jazz, Latin jazz, blues, and funk greats, performing with icons like Cal Tjader,

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00:10:36

Brooklyn-based Bassist & Composer Gui Duvignau on the...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/17

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based Bassist & Composer Gui Duvignau .. We talk about his 2025 album Listen In — a dynamic and intimate trio project featuring Jacob Sacks and Nathan Ellman-Bell. As a follow-up and extension to their 2024 release Live in Red Hook, this new record offers a fresh and immersive listening experience that captures the spirit of modern jazz collaboration. Listen In drops on October 24, 2025, with a release show at Bar Bayeux in

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00:23:41

Houston-based Jazz Pianist, Organist & Composer Ben...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/16

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Houston-based Jazz Pianist, Organist & Composer Ben Clifton .. We talk about his debut 2025 album Overlook and his inspiring life in jazz. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Ben’s musical roots in classical, gospel, and jazz give him a rich and soulful sound that shines across every performance. His emotional depth, versatility, and collaborative energy have made him a standout musician in Houston and beyond. Known for his expressive

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00:21:47

Brooklyn-based Jazz Alto Saxophonist, Composer &...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/15

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based Jazz Alto Saxophonist, Composer & Bandleader Connor Sobieri. We caught up with this rising jazz talent to talk about his debut single “Love Song” and his growing life in the jazz world.Recorded just days before graduating from NYU, Love Song features a singable melody inspired by the rock power ballads and psychedelia of the 1970s and 80s, all fused with contemporary jazz influences. Born in Greenwich, Connecticut,

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00:22:19

American-Canadian Jazz Vocalist & Producer Peter...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/14

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with American-Canadian Jazz Vocalist & Producer Peter Campbell discussing his deeply personal 2025 album Haunted Melody. We first caught up with Peter during the height of the 2020 pandemic, and now he returns with a project that reflects both artistic growth and emotional depth.Following his acclaimed 2020 release Old Flames Never Die, this new record—co-arranged with celebrated Canadian guitarist Reg Schwager—features some of Canada’s

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00:24:35

Brooklyn-based Award-Winning Latvian Jazz Vocalist,...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/13

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based, Award-Winning Latvian Jazz Vocalist, Composer & Arranger Arta Jēkabsone. Originally from Latvia and now thriving in New York City, Arta is living her jazz dream.We talk about her upcoming 2025 album, Dziesmu Kamoliņš — a stunning collection of 11 original arrangements of traditional Latvian folk songs, blended with her own compositions inspired by those melodies. The result is a deeply personal and poetic record that

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00:31:14

Acclaimed Jazz Singer, Producer & Composer Sacha Boutros

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/12

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Acclaimed Jazz Singer, Producer & Composer Sacha Boutros. We talk with this dynamic artist about her new 2025 CD Paris After Dark — a lush, global journey through the worlds of jazz and romance.Known for performing in 14 languages, Sacha is a global peace ambassador who uses music to build bridges between cultures. Beyond her artistry, she designs peace murals that unite bordering nations and continues to advocate for cultural

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00:17:44

Jazz Saxophonist Timo Vollbrecht on the 2025 CD...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/11

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist Timo Vollbrecht discussing his 2025 live album Bremen New York. We first caught up with Timo back in 2022, and now he returns with his first-ever live recording — an album that’s entirely live yet showcases a rare kind of perfection. Composed specifically for the concert hall he knew so well, Bremen New York features a stellar lineup including Ralph Alessi, and captures the spirit of classic live records by legends

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00:20:16

Acclaimed NYC-based Jazz Singer & Actress Juliet Ewing

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/10

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed NYC-based Jazz Singer & Actress Juliet Ewing. We talk about her brand-new 2025 album Simply S’Wonderful – Magic of Gershwin and her inspiring journey through the performing arts. A former Broadway performer turned passionate jazz vocalist, Juliet’s career spans NYC jazz clubs, Broadway stages, and international tours. Raised in the Midwest, she developed a deep love for music influenced by Sergio Mendes & Brazil

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00:21:13

Spokane, WA-based Trumpeter & Composer Tim Larkin

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/09

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Spokane, WA-based Trumpeter & Composer Tim Larkin. We caught up with this acclaimed musician to discuss his brand-new 2025 album Setting Standards and his rich life in music. This project features jazz arrangements of pop classics and includes collaborations with members of Earth, Wind & Fire and top studio musicians. Tim’s storied career includes work with James Brown, Ella Fitzgerald, Natalie Cole, and Sheila E. Beyond the

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00:24:34

Salt Lake City-based Jazz Vocalist, Performance Coach...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/08

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Salt Lake City-based Jazz Vocalist, Performance Coach & Educator Jennifer Madsen. We talk about her brand-new 2025 CD Reimagine and a life dedicated to music. This fifth studio album features innovative arrangements and collaborations with Brent Edstrom, Clipper Anderson, and Mark Ivester, showcasing Jennifer’s modern interpretations of jazz classics with soulful depth and elegance. With her magnetic stage presence, technical

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00:08:12

Artistic Director of the Colorado Jazz Repertory...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/07

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Artistic Director of the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO), Drew T. Zaremba. We catch up with this dynamic composer, arranger, and bandleader to talk about his work with CJRO and their new 2025 album Golden Lady — a soulful, funk- and R&B-infused big band project featuring powerhouse vocalist Tatiana “LadyMay” Mayfield.At its heart, Golden Lady celebrates the legacy of influential Black women songwriters, reimagined through

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00:23:09

Swiss-born, UK-based Jazz Guitarist Nicolas Meier

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/06

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Swiss-born, UK-based Jazz Guitarist Nicolas Meier. We caught up with this prodigious talent to talk about his new music, creative journey, and what the future holds.Known for blending Turkish, Eastern, Middle Eastern, Flamenco, and Tango influences with modern jazz, Nicolas has established himself as one of the world’s most original and expressive guitarists. His distinctive sound and international appeal caught the ear of rock legend

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00:15:59

Vancouver-born, NYC-based Jazz Bassist Marshal Herridge

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/05

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Vancouver-born, NYC-based Jazz Bassist Marshal Herridge. We caught up with him to discuss his brand-new 2025 CD Midsummer Lullaby and his evolving journey through the world of jazz.Over the years, Marshal has shared the stage with many of North America’s finest jazz artists, including Anthony Wonsey, Kirk MacDonald, Joe Sullivan, Joe Farnsworth, Donny McCaslin, and more. He holds degrees from Humber College and McGill University, along

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00:20:37

NOLA-based Jazz Saxophonist, Composer & Arranger...

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/05

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with NOLA-based Jazz Saxophonist, Composer & Arranger David Bode.We take a deep dive into his debut album Good Hang and his life in jazz. Supported by a grant from the Threadhead Cultural Foundation, this project was released 20 years to the day after Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans—a city whose timeless creative spirit has inspired David since childhood.As the first musician in his family, David’s journey

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00:25:45

Acclaimed Chicago-based Jazz Artist Brian Culbertson

Neon Jazz Interviews ·

2025/10/03

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Acclaimed Chicago-based Jazz Artist Brian Culbertson.We dive into his brand-new 2025 album Day Trip, his upcoming national tour kicking off October 17th in Rockford, Illinois, and his celebrated life in music. This project showcases Brian’s genre-bending artistry, blending contemporary jazz, funk, fusion, and deeply soulful grooves, with an all-star lineup of collaborators.With 29 albums and over 40 Billboard

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