Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Award-Winning Guitarist Derrick Dove on Blues Success, KC Show & Career

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with award-winning guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and bandleader Derrick Dove of The Peacekeepers.

We dive into his musical roots, the beginnings of the band, their evolution over the years, and their upcoming performance at Knuckleheads Saloon in Kansas City on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. After years of building a strong grassroots following, Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers are having a major breakthrough moment, coming off top honors at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, where Derrick also earned the prestigious “Best Guitarist” award.

His musical story began on a bandstand in South Georgia, playing drums in his father’s band at just ten years old — long before stepping into the spotlight as a guitarist and vocalist. After spending time in Nashville and touring with various groups, he eventually returned home and formed The Peacekeepers around 2010, building a sound rooted in blues, soul, Southern rock, groove, and authentic storytelling.

In this interview, we discuss blues music, songwriting, touring life, live performance, guitar playing, Kansas City, Memphis blues, Southern music roots, band leadership, new music, and the growing momentum behind The Peacekeepers.

Dig this powerful and soulful conversation with Derrick Dove.

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Brazilian Jazz Pianist Henrique Mota on 2026's Waning Moon & His Career

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brazilian jazz pianist, composer, and fusion artist Henrique Mota. We caught up with him from his base in Brazil to talk about his new 2026 release Waning Moon and his life in the world of music.

Waning Moon presents an intimate and contemporary approach to solo jazz piano, blending lyrical themes with rhythmic subtlety, harmonic depth, improvisation, and emotional storytelling. Henrique brings together influences from jazz, classical music, Brazilian rhythms, and fusion to create a deeply expressive and modern musical experience.

Henrique holds a degree in Classical Piano and has earned growing recognition within the Brazilian instrumental music scene, particularly in jazz and fusion. Throughout his career, he has performed and recorded with internationally respected artists including Bob Mintzer, David Binney, Rachel Therrien, Seamus Blake, and many others.

He has released six original albums, all receiving strong acclaim from respected jazz publications and music critics worldwide. In this interview, we discuss solo piano performance, composition, improvisation, Brazilian jazz, fusion, creativity, recording, collaboration, and the inspiration behind Waning Moon.

Dig this thoughtful and inspiring story with Henrique Mota.

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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Israeli Jazz Pianist Gregory Golub Talks Fusion, Composition, Career & New Music

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Israeli composer, jazz pianist, arranger, songwriter, and independent producer Gregory Golub. From his base in Israel, we talk about his latest 2025 release, African and Other Jazz Passions, and his lifelong journey through the world of music.

This new album is an original world-inflected jazz fusion project created independently through his label, Gregory Golub Music Concept. His music stands at the crossroads of jazz, contemporary instrumental music, fusion, and genre-crossing composition, blending rich melodies, rhythmic exploration, and global influences into a deeply personal artistic statement.

Gregory began playing piano at the age of 12 and later received formal musical education in Russia and Ukraine. Early in his career, he participated in a jazz festival in Russia where he earned an excellence prize for best original jazz compositions. Since moving to Israel in 1990, he has built an expansive catalog spanning jazz, multi-genre instrumental music, songwriting, poetry, and independent production.

In this interview, we discuss jazz composition, world music influences, African-inspired rhythms, independent artistry, fusion music, piano performance, creative evolution, songwriting, arranging, and the inspiration behind African and Other Jazz Passions.

We cover the whole story. Enjoy this insightful and inspiring conversation with Gregory Golub.

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UK Jazz Vocalist Jeremy Sassoon Talks Older and Wiser & His Music Journey

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with UK-based jazz vocalist, pianist, songwriter, and performer Jeremy Sassoon. We caught up with him to talk about his new 2026 album Older and Wiser and his remarkable musical journey.

In the beginning, Jeremy attended medical school while continuing to play music — but ultimately music became his true destiny. Since launching his solo career in 2011, he has developed a distinctive and evocative style that blends jazz, blues, soul, storytelling, and heartfelt emotion. He is widely acclaimed for his soulful voice, dynamic piano playing, engaging stage presence, and entertaining repartee as a frontman.

Over the years, Jeremy has headlined sold-out performances at legendary venues including Ronnie Scott’s, The 606 Club, and The Jazz Café. His latest project, Older and Wiser, is a deeply personal storytelling album, with many of the songs reflecting emotional challenges, life transitions, growth, relationships, and the wisdom gained through experience.

In this interview, we discuss songwriting, jazz performance, storytelling through music, blues, soul, career evolution, live performance, creativity, emotional expression, and the inspiration behind Older and Wiser.

Enjoy this insightful and soulful conversation with Jeremy Sassoon.

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Filmmaker Christopher Walters Talks ARTFULLY UNITED, Creative Transformation, Animal Rights & More

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with filmmaker, animal activist, and President of the Humane Society in Maine, Christopher Walters.

What begins as a chance meeting can sometimes spark something extraordinary. Thirteen years ago, Christopher walked into a boutique on Melrose Avenue and discovered not only remarkable art, but also the beginning of a lifelong friendship. That boutique belonged to Mike Norice — a visionary artist and fashion entrepreneur from Los Angeles whose work has inspired celebrities and everyday people alike.

Drawn together by shared values, creativity, and mutual respect, Walters and Norice have now united their creative energies in ARTFULLY UNITED, a powerful documentary exploring art, transformation, connection, and the enduring strength of community.

In this interview, we discuss filmmaking, documentary storytelling, artistic expression, activism, creativity, friendship, animal welfare, leadership, community impact, independent film, personal transformation, and the inspiring journey behind ARTFULLY UNITED.

This is a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about art, purpose, collaboration, and the human spirit. Dig this interview.

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Friday, May 8, 2026

Author Kimber Hardick Talks Identity, Emotional Healing & Midlife Growth

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author and explorer Kimber Hardick.

For midlife women who look fine on the outside but feel messy inside, her book An Invitation to Shine is a powerful call to stop disappearing in your own life. Part memoir and part reflection guide, this “REmemoir” explores identity, emotional awareness, healing, authenticity, and what it takes to reconnect with yourself without force, perfection, or performance.

Kimber writes from lived experience rather than from a pedestal, exploring what happens when survival patterns harden into identity and when being “the strong one” leaves little room for being fully human. From her current base in Tulsa, Oklahoma, we discuss her life journey, creative work, emotional healing, midlife transformation, surfing in Panama, self-discovery, personal growth, and the message behind her deeply reflective writing.

In this interview, we explore midlife reinvention, women’s empowerment, emotional resilience, healing, mindfulness, identity, self-awareness, authenticity, memoir writing, and learning how to feel fully alive again.

Enjoy this thoughtful and inspiring conversation with Kimber Hardick.

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TEDx Speaker Nicole Kernohan Talks Success, Mindset & Fulfillment

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with TEDx speaker, bestselling author of Audacious Joy, and high-performance coach Nicole Kernohan.

For more than a decade, Nicole has worked with entrepreneurs, founders, executives, and growth-driven leaders who want to break through internal ceilings, elevate their thinking, and create extraordinary results in both business and life. Her work explores the deeper drivers behind performance, fulfillment, and success — including beliefs, identity, habits, mindset, emotional resilience, and inner dialogue.

Nicole combines powerful storytelling, practical tools, leadership strategies, and real-world experience to help people unlock greater confidence, purpose, clarity, joy, and sustainable high performance.

In this interview, we discuss entrepreneurship, mindset, leadership development, personal growth, emotional intelligence, success habits, fulfillment, identity, resilience, motivation, transformational coaching, business growth, and how to pursue meaningful goals with intention and joy.

This is an insightful and inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, practical advice, and powerful life lessons. Enjoy this interview with Nicole Kernohan.

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