Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Legendary Keyboardist Mark Adams Talks This Is Neo-Soul, Roy Ayers & His Career

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring legendary jazz keyboardist, composer, arranger, and bandleader Mark Adams.

We caught up with Mark to discuss his acclaimed 2026 album This Is Neo-Soul, a powerful recording that celebrates the continuing evolution of soul, jazz, funk, and groove-based music while honoring the lasting influence of the late jazz-funk icon Roy Ayers.

Released just over a year after Ayers' passing, This Is Neo-Soul brings together fifteen all-star musicians connected to the working bands of Roy Ayers, Lonnie Liston Smith, Luther Vandross, Gloria Gaynor, Gil Scott-Heron, and Chaka Khan. The project is not simply a tribute album—it is a continuation of a musical language that Mark helped shape over more than two decades as the keyboardist, arranger, and musical anchor of Roy Ayers' touring group Ubiquity.

In this conversation, we explore Mark's remarkable career, his years on the road performing thousands of concerts around the world, the creation of This Is Neo-Soul, the enduring power of jazz-funk and neo-soul, and his vision for the future of the music.

This is a fascinating discussion with a musician who has lived at the intersection of jazz, soul, funk, improvisation, and groove for decades.

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Mark Adams - This Is Neo-Soul

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Friday, May 29, 2026

Nashville Jazz Bassist Jon von Boehm Talks New Album Reflections & His Career

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed Nashville-based jazz bassist, composer, and bandleader Jon von Boehm.

We caught up with this highly sought-after musician to discuss his remarkable new album Reflections, a project that stands as the culmination of decades of musical growth, artistic exploration, and personal storytelling. More than just an album, Reflections serves as a deeply personal statement, blending cinematic narratives, modern fusion, intricate compositions, and a desire to bring people together through the universal language of music.

A masterclass in contemporary jazz fusion, the album showcases Jon's extraordinary bass work, layered arrangements, technical brilliance, and commitment to creating emotionally resonant musical experiences. The project reflects both his exceptional musicianship and his passion for storytelling through sound.

Jon's musical journey spans an impressive 37 years and began in the vibrant atmosphere of church performances, where he learned the importance of collaboration, improvisation, and connecting with audiences. Those early experiences laid the foundation for a lifelong dedication to music that has taken him from local stages to becoming one of Nashville's most respected and versatile bassists.

In this interview, we discuss Reflections, jazz fusion, composition, bass playing, creativity, storytelling, community building through music, Nashville's music scene, performance, collaboration, and the experiences that shaped his career.

We get into the whole ride. Dig this interview.

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Engineer Deepak Chari on Anxiety Relief, Biofeedback & Emotional Healing

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with engineer, entrepreneur, co-founder of the Chari Center of Health, and Certified Biofeedback Specialist Deepak Chari.

Deepak has dedicated his career to helping people identify and release hidden emotional blocks connected to stress, anxiety, past experiences, and limiting patterns. Through his innovative Life Transformation Technology™ Program and Advanced Voice Biofeedback Technology, he helps women and men achieve greater emotional healing, mental clarity, confidence, relationship success, and personal empowerment.

As an engineer and wellness innovator, Deepak combines technology, emotional awareness, and biofeedback techniques to help clients gain new insights into the subconscious patterns that influence their lives. His work focuses on helping individuals recognize and shift emotional patterns that may be holding them back from achieving healthier relationships, greater peace of mind, improved performance, and a stronger sense of purpose.

In this interview, we discuss emotional wellness, personal transformation, anxiety, stress management, biofeedback technology, mental clarity, peak performance, personal growth, relationship dynamics, entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, healing, self-awareness, and the inspiration behind the Chari Center of Health.

From his home base in Sarasota, Florida, Deepak shares his remarkable journey, philosophy, and mission to help others create lasting change in their lives.

It's an incredible story. Enjoy this interview.

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Philadelphia Jazz Bassist Peter Paulsen Talks TurksHeadKnot Quintet, New 2026 Album & Career

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with veteran Philadelphia-based jazz bassist, composer, and educator Peter Paulsen.

We caught up with Peter to discuss the new 2026 TurksHeadKnot Quintet album Would'a...Could'a...Should'a... along with his long and fascinating journey through the worlds of jazz performance, composition, and education.

The TurksHeadKnot Quintet has developed a distinctive musical identity by combining the discipline and structural precision of modern classical composition with the freedom, spontaneity, and expressive power of jazz improvisation. Their music creates a unique sonic landscape filled with adventurous interplay, sophisticated arrangements, and compelling original works.

The ensemble’s repertoire includes newly commissioned compositions along with imaginative arrangements drawn from a wide range of musical influences and traditions. Through this innovative approach, Peter Paulsen and the TurksHeadKnot Quintet continue pushing creative boundaries while maintaining deep roots in jazz artistry and collaboration.

In this interview, we discuss jazz bass, music education, composition, improvisation, modern jazz ensembles, classical influences in jazz, Philadelphia’s jazz scene, ensemble leadership, creativity, and the making of Would'a...Could'a...Should'a....

Peter reflects on decades of performing, teaching, composing, and helping shape future generations of musicians while continuing to evolve artistically himself.

We cover his entire ride. Dig this interview.

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Executive Career Coach Alison Hemmings on Corporate Recruiting, LinkedIn & Executive Success

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Career Glow Up Coach for Executive Women and former corporate recruiter Alison Hemmings.

For more than 12 years, Alison has helped senior-level women land $150K to $300K executive roles in as little as 90 days — without relying on job boards. As the founder of Newo Executive Solutions Inc. and creator of the At Work Lately newsletter, Alison has become a trusted voice for ambitious professionals seeking real-world insight into modern corporate hiring.

With over a decade spent on the inside of corporate recruiting, Alison understands exactly how companies decide who gets interviews, who gets hired, and why so many qualified professionals get ghosted. Today, she teaches executive women how to position themselves strategically, build authentic visibility, strengthen their personal brand, and navigate the realities of leadership hiring with confidence.

Currently based in Medellín, Colombia as a digital nomad, Alison has built a global audience through her honest, direct approach to career coaching and executive leadership strategy. She also has a strong following on LinkedIn, where thousands follow her insights on hiring trends, career growth, leadership presence, networking, and executive visibility.

In this interview, we discuss executive recruiting, leadership coaching, corporate hiring, personal branding, LinkedIn strategy, women in leadership, career advancement, executive search, entrepreneurship, remote work, digital nomad life, confidence, networking, and the evolving modern workplace.

We cover the whole story. Enjoy this interview.

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Executive Coach Steve Barton Talks The Game of Ten®, Leadership & Awareness

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with successful business owner, executive coach, author, and creator of The Game of Ten®, Steve Barton.

Steve has developed a powerful awareness-based framework designed to help leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-achievers operate with greater clarity, confidence, emotional intelligence, and purpose. Drawing from more than 47 years of real-world business experience, Steve understands both the practical and human side of success.

Over the course of his career, he successfully grew a company from $200,000 to $2 million in annual revenue while developing deep insights into leadership, mindset, decision-making, personal awareness, and sustainable performance. His coaching philosophy blends strategic business thinking with inner clarity, helping clients achieve not only financial growth but also stronger relationships, peace of mind, and a more meaningful life.

Steve’s work has even been presented to the Harvard Business School Case Study Team, and today he coaches executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders seeking higher levels of performance and fulfillment.

In this interview, we discuss executive coaching, leadership development, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, business growth, mindset, awareness, purpose, clarity, decision-making, personal transformation, and the inspiration behind The Game of Ten®. From his home base in Maine, Steve shares wisdom earned through decades of experience and reflection.

This is a conversation full of insight, perspective, and practical life lessons. Enjoy this interview.

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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Jazz Organist Pat Bianchi Talks New 2026 Album Confluence & More

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz organist Pat Bianchi on his powerful new 2026 album Confluence.

We originally caught up with Pat back in 2018 following a memorable performance at The Blue Room in Kansas City, and now we reconnect in 2026 to dive into a thrilling new chapter in his musical journey.

Confluence is a high-energy organ trio recording that captures the raw immediacy and fearless creativity of three master musicians pushing themselves to the edge. Joined by two of New York City’s finest — saxophonist Troy Roberts and drummer Colin Stranahan — the album channels the spirit of a live performance with spontaneous interplay, deep groove, explosive improvisation, and modern jazz intensity.

Widely regarded as one of the leading jazz organists of his generation, Pat Bianchi continues carrying the rich Hammond B-3 tradition forward while adding his own contemporary voice and adventurous musical perspective. In this conversation, we discuss the making of Confluence, the evolution of organ jazz, live performances, touring, creativity, jazz in America in 2026, and the ongoing power of improvisation and connection through music.

This is a lively and insightful conversation with one of modern jazz’s most respected organists. Dig this interview.

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Pat Bianchi Bandcamp - Confluence

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