Jazz Saxophonist Anders Svanoe

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist Anders Svanoe .. We caught up with him back on May 8, 2020 during the early throws of the COVID-19 lockdown to talk about quite a bit .. Like his latest 2019 CD To Be Young ..   and how he got his start in music taking piano lessons, singing in church choirs and playing saxophone and piano in the public school bands .. He would go on to learn from multi-instrumentalist and composer Roscoe Mitchell and also play with him .. He’s got great stories .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Singer Miguel de León

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Singer Miguel de León  .. We interviewed back on May 6, 2020 and talked about his newest  2020 CD Malandro ..He was raised in a musical Mexican American family and connected deeply to the sounds of music he heard around him while growing up. As a child he responded strongly to the radio hits of Mexican artists in his parent's record collection. He love of music and flair for the stage is quite unique .. he’s got a great story to tell and we captured it .. Enjoy …

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Israeli Jazz Vocalist, Composer & Arranger Sivan Arbel

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Israeli Jazz Vocalist, Composer & Arranger Sivan Arbel .. We spoke back on May 9, 2020 about her precense on the international jazz scene and this new COVID-19 world of no live music. Her original music, arrangements and lyrics open a window into her rich inner world full of artistic expressions with her love for jazz and other diverse musical influences originating in her Israeli roots and global travels. She opens up about all of this and more .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

German Jazz Musician & Composer Jakob Manz

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with German Jazz Musician and Composer Jakob Manz. We talked to him from his home based in Germany during the early throws of the COVID-19 lockdown on May 8, 2020 to talk about how he’s been doing and his life in music. He started out quite young ..got some sage education and has truly hit the jazz ground running. He’s making a big name for himself and has some solid plans for the future when live music returns .. Get to know him .. and his story.

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Muti-Instrumentalist & Composer Brian Krock

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist & Composer Brian Krock .. We talked to him back on May 7, 2020 about this new COVID-19 world, along with a host of other things .. Like his latest 2019 CD Liddle… And how he started his musical career at an early age and ended up discovering jazz and making it his career .. He’s played with some heavy hitters and has some great plans for the future .. when things pick back up .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Australian Jazz Singer & Author Connie Lansberg

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Australian Jazz Singer & Author Connie Lansberg .. We talked to her on October 21, 2020 about a host of new projects she is involved with .. She is not only a singer and storyteller, but she is also an author .. This November 2020 she is releasing a new album coupled with a novel of the same name. The record will be a rousing collection of songs, performed by some of Melbourne’s leading musicians. She also talks about her life in music and hopes for the future .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Blues Harmonica & Singer Rick Estrin

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Blues Harmonica & Singer Rick Estrin .. We talked on May 11, 2020 during the COVID-19 throws about this new world of no live music. He was born in San Francisco, California in 1949, and grew up fiercely independent. As a 10-year-old boy, he made his way to the tough Market Street area and befriended many of the neighborhood characters. When he was 12, his older sister gave him a copy of Ray Charles’ The Genius Sings The Blues, and he became infatuated with the music. Since that time, music became his vision and life .. He’s got a great story and we are here to tell you about it .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Pianist and Composer Daniel Kelly

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Pianist and Composer Daniel Kelly  .. We caught up wit him in early May 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown talk about the Shakespeare in Jazz project .. He has been called “stunningly original” with “a visionary imagination” .. He explores the meeting place of music with literature, visual art and journalism, captivating audiences across the country. He’s got a great story .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Russian Jazz Guitarist & Composer Evgeny Probozhiy

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Russian Jazz Guitarist & Composer Evgeny Probozhiy  .. We caught up with him in the early stages of the COVID-19 lockdown from his based in Moscow .. His fame is on the rise as a jazz and fusion virtuoso guitarist and composer .. These days he is on a fast path in his solo career by creating international projects with young jazz stars from USA, Europe, Asia and Russia. He’s got a great story .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Trumpeter, Composer & Educator Ben Holmes

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Trumpeter, Composer & Educator Ben Holmes .. We caught up with him in Mid-May 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown to talk about his latest 2020 CD Naked Lore…He lives and works in Brooklyn, NY and he has a interesting path into jazz .. and hopes for the future .. Enjoy….

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Veteran Free Jazz Drummer Whit Dickey

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Free Jazz Drummer Whit Dickey .. We talked to him on May 8, 2020 about his latest 2020 CD Expanding Light ..Born in New York City, he has spent his career as a free jazz drummer and recorded albums as a bandleader with David S. Ware, Matthew Shipp and many others .. He’s got a great story .. Enjoy….

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Blues Harmonica Payer Tim Gartland

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Blues Harmonica Player Tim Gartland .. We caught up with him on May 15, 2020 to talk about this strange COVID-19 world of no live music, his life in music and hope for the future.. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Toronto-based Jazz Singer & Songwriter Jacelyn

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Toronto-based Jazz Singer & Songwriter Jacelyn .. We caught up with her in early October to talk about her highly anticipated debut album Dovetailing that was released on Oct 16th, 2020 worldwide .. She is the kind of artist that loves a good challenge. She had to pivot her album launch that was set for early 2020 after the cancellation of a series of performances lined up to support the original release date ..  For this album, she raised $60,000 on Kickstarter by the end of a month-long campaign in 2019 reaching her goal in less than 48 hours. She talked about this, the COVID-19 world, her life in music and hope for the future .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Bassist, Composer & Arranger John Lang with Kolotov Mocktails

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Bassist, Composer & Arranger John Lang of the Kolotov Mocktails .. We caught up with him on October 16 about the new 2020 CD Ivy Hall .. It was an album produced during a week-long recording session in Nashville in 2019 .. This is a new American jazz quartet that met on a tour for another artist and from inception, the band possessed a completely unique sound and pulsating groove. John explains this and so much more as the COVID-19 world continues .. Enjoy….

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Los Angeles-based Jazz Saxophonist David Sills

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Los Angeles-based Jazz Saxophonist David Sills  .. We caught up with him on September 4 to talk about his latest CD Natural Lines and this strange new COVID-19 world we live in .. He has been a main-stay on the LA jazz scene since the mid-’90s. He has an original style and sound and has the unique ability to embrace the jazz tradition, while staying true to his own individual voice. His story is quality .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Veteran Jazz Drummer Akira Tana

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Drummer Akira Tana .. We caught up with him on May 6, 2020 during the early phases of the COVID-19 lockdown to talk about what has been going on and his life in music .. He was born and raised in California and earned degrees from Harvard University and the New England Conservatory of Music. He’s gigged with legends like Sonny Rollins, Sonny Stitt, Zoot Sims, Hubert Laws and the list goes on .. He co-led a quintet with the bassist, Rufus Reid called TanaReid .. This cat has a full, rich story .. Enjoy.

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Bassist Michael Herring & Guitarist Don Scott of the Toronto-based Jazz Quartet Peripheral Vision

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Bassist Michael Herring & Guitarist Don Scott of the Toronto-based Jazz Quartet Peripheral Vision .. We caught up with them in the early throws of the COVID-19 lockdown to talk about this new world and their latest 2020 CD Irrational Revelation and Mutual Humiliation. It’s a double album celebrating more than ten years of the collaboration that is the JUNO-nominated Canadian jazz quartet .. The future is hopeful and they have a great story .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Saxophonist, Composer, Bandleader & Educator Greg Tardy

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist, Composer, Bandleader & Educator Greg Tardy .. His newest 2020 CD out on September 18th is called If Time Could Stand Still and was done with the great Alex Norris, Keith Brown, Alex Claff and Willie Jones III .. It is an impassioned recording that reflects on the changing seasons of life, and surges with his love of swing and the tradition. Greg was born in New Orleans and is endowed with a sound burnished in the bands of Elvin Jones, Andrew Hill, Tom Harrell, Dave Douglas, Nicholas Payton, Bill Frisell, and many others. His story and devotion is a great one .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Lee’s Summit, Missouri-based Jazz Radio Host & Creator of Neon Jazz Joe Dimino by Journalist and Business Owner John Beaudoin

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with The Creator and Host of Neon Jazz – Yours Truly – Joe Dimino .. This was an interview conducted by a great friend and guest columnist for Link 2 Lee’s Summit .. News coming out the new home of Neon Jazz .. Lee’s Summit .. Mr. Beaudion is the owner of KC Media Matters and has spent his life dedicated to quality journalism and all the pursuits thereof .. He’s a chief reason that I got into journalist and eventually radio .. This show is an outgrown of our full conversation for an article that he penned and released to the world on October 22, 2020 .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Latin Jazz Singer Karina Corradini

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Latin Jazz Singer Karina Corradini .. We caught up with her in the early phases of the COVID-19 lockdown on May 6, 2020 to talk about  her latest 2019 CD Bridge to Infinity…  She was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina and as a child she listened to her parents' tangos, and sister's Beatles before she discovered Brazilian music in her pre-teens. Later on she met a group of young musicians who introduced her to jazz through Pat Metheny, Paco de Lucia, John McLaughlin, and Al DiMeola.  From there, it would become her life .. She’s got a great story .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Canadian Jazz Pianist, Composer & Arranger Rene Rosnes of the Jazz Super Group Artemis

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Canadian Jazz Pianist, Composer & Arranger Rene Rosnes of the Super Jazz Group Artemis .. We caught up in late September 2020 on the heels of releasing their self-titled debut .. This Blue Note release captures the supergroup comprising seven of the most acclaimed musicians in modern jazz. Featuring pianist and musical director Renee Rosnes, clarinetist Anat Cohen, tenor saxophonist Melissa Aldana, trumpeter Ingrid Jensen, bassist Noriko Ueda, drummer Allison Miller, and featured vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant – It’s an understatement to say this is a powerful collective septet of visionary bandleaders and composers. Enjoy the story .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

New York City Veteran Jazz Trombonist Steve Davis

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New York City Veteran Jazz Trombonist Steve Davis .. We caught up with him on June 16, 2020 during the COVID-19 world of no live jazz to talk about his latest 2020 CD with his Quintet Live at Smalls – featuring master pianist Larry Willis, Michael DiRubbo, Gerald Cannon and Willie Jones III.  .. His real claim to jazz fame has been being a member of Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers & The Jackie McLean group. His nickname is “Stevie-D” - given to him by the late Jackie McLean – This musician from Massachusetts has recorded over 100 projects with the likes of Chick Corea, Freddie Hubbard, Horace Silver, Cedar Walton, Hank Jones – and he just keeps getting better .. Enjoy his story .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Sam Newsome on the COVID-19 Jazz World

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Sam Newsome on the new COVID-19 Jazz World  ..  We spoke back on May 27, 2020 about this COVID-19 Quarantine and how he has been keeping himself going creatively .. along with much more .. Enjoy… 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

NYC Jazz Flautist Andrea Brachfeld on the 2020 CD Brazilian Whispers & the new COVID-19 Jazz World

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC Jazz Flautist Andrea Brachfeld .. We caught up with her on June 5, 2020 to talk about her 2020 CD Brazilian Whispers coming out during a global pandemic .. She has spent decades being a staple of New York City's jazz and Afro-Cuban scenes over the last five decades – she has a unique take on things .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Vocalist Michelle Lordi

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Vocalist Michelle Lordi  .. We spoke with her in late June 2020 about her latest 2020 CD Dream a Little Dream – a grand Set of Standards that showcases and Celebrates Legendary Philadelphia Jazz Masters Larry McKenna and Sonny Troy .. She has built a reputation of being a no-nonsense singer with a beautiful sound and on this new project she pays proper tribute to Philadelphia jazz royalty .. We talked about quite a bit during this pandemic world of ours .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Veteran Jazz Alto Sax, Flute, Composer, Band Leader & Educator Steve Slagle on the 2020 CD Alive in Harlem

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Alto Sax, Flute, Composer, Band Leader & Educator Steve Slagle on the 2020 CD Alive in Harlem  .. We talked in mid August 2020 about his new CD Alive in Harlem .. Recorded right before the world shut down and it's s a welcome new release in the preferred live element .. We also talk COVID-19 and so much more .. Dig .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

NYC Brazilian Jazz Guitarist Eduardo Mercuri on the COVID-19 Jazz World

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC Brazilian Jazz Guitarist Eduardo Mercuri .. We caught up with him on June 8 to talk abut the COVID-19 world of no live jazz .. We discussed what he’s been doing and the hope for the future .. along with a bit more .. Enjoy..

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Vancouver-based Jazz Guitarist Gordon Grdina on his New 2020 CD Resist & COVID-19

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Vancouver-based Jazz Guitarist Gordon Grdina .. We spoke with him on May 19, 2020 about his latest 2020 CD Reisit… On this new Septet album that came out on April 10, 2020 he created a new suite blending progressive jazz and classical influences .. He talked about releasing a new album during a global pandemic and so much more .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Saxophonist, Composer & Author Walt Weiskiopf on a New CD & the COVID-19 Jazz World

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist, Composer & Author Walt Weiskiopf on the new 2020 CD and COVID-19 world ... We caught up with him on July 17, 2020 to talk about his latest 2020 CD European Quartet - Introspection EP…and this new COVID-19 world we live in .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Seattle-based Jazz Saxophonist Steve Tresler

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Seattle-based Jazz Saxophonist Steve Tresler .. We talked to him on May 26, 2020 during the pandemic about this new world of no live jazz .. DownBeat calls his music “beautifully crafted ensemble pieces—whether free, through-composed, or somewhere in between.” He grew up in the midst of Seattleʼs grunge scene before moving to Boston to pursue his studies on scholarship at New England Conservatory studying with jazz legends Jerry Bergonzi, Bob Brookmeyer, George Garzone, and Steve Lacy .. He’s got a great story .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Pianist & Composer Daniel Jordon on Behalf of Judson Green

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Pianist & Composer Daniel Jordon on behalf of Judson Green  .. We caught up on May 20, 2020 to talk about all things music .. He spoke on Judson’s behalf and talked about both of their lives in music .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Australian Jazz Pianist, Improviser and Composer Alister Spence

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Australian Jazz Pianist, Improviser and Composer Alister Spence  .. We caught up with him in the middle of the COVID-19 jazz shutdown to talk about his latest 2020 CD Whirlpool…Over the years, he has established a reputation as a pre-eminent creative force in jazz and improvised music in Australia and beyond. With a performing and composing career spanning more than 25 years, his wide-ranging talents have led him to perform with and compose for some of the world’s most respected artists in contemporary music, improvisation, film and theatre. He’s got a great story .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

NYC Jazz Baritone Saxophonist Claire Daly on her latest 2020 CD Rah Rah

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC Jazz Baritone Saxophonist Claire Daly on her latest 2020 CD Rah Rah  .. We talked about her latest 2020 CD Rah Rah - a reissue that celebrates the music and influence of the great Rahsaan Roland Kirk .. It comes out on Ride Symbol Records during a pandemic and interesting times on planet Earth .. we cover the music, COVID-19 and so much more .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Veteran Jazz Drummer Matt Wilson on the new 2020 CD Hug

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Drummer Matt Wilson  .. We caught up with him in early August 2020 to talk about his latest 2020 CD Hug .. Released during a pandemic, he opens up about this unique time on the planet and a host of other things related to how life has been going lately .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Singer & Educator Cathy Segal-Garcia

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Singer & Educator Cathy Segal-Garcia .. We caught up with her on May 5, 2020 to talk about how she has been doing since the COVID-19 lockdown began .. we talk about her career as one of the most prolific jazz vocal recording artists on the West Coast and a key figure on the Los Angeles jazz scene. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

NYC-based Jazz Musician & Composer Rob Duguay - The Executive Director of Jazz Generation

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based Jazz Musician & Composer Rob Duguay - The Executive Director of Jazz Generation .. He is in charge of a very important mission during this COVID-19 pandemic era of very little live gigs to provided much needed support to the jazz community .. they do this through Jazz Generation, KEYED UP! And the Jazz Standard Youth Orchestra .. He opens up about all the good work through their needed jazz mission .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Veteran Jazz Guitarist Dave Stryker on the new COVID-19 World

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Guitarist Dave Stryker .. We caught up with him on May 8, 2020 to talk about the new COVID-19 world of no live jazz .. We discussed what he has been doing and his hope for the future .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

NYC Jazz Pianist Miki Yamanaka on the 2020 Human Dust Suite

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC Jazz Pianist Miki Yamanaka on the 2020 Human Dust Suite .. She opened up about this new COVID-19 world as we spoke on 9/11/20 – the 20th Anniversary of another day in the annals of American History .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Drummer, Composer, Producer & Bandleader Anthony Fung

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Drummer, Composer, Producer & Bandleader Anthony Fung  ..We caught up with him on May 18, 2020 to talk his debut CD 2018’s Flashpoint… and we mulled over this new COVID-19 wrld of no live jazz .. He was born in Richmond Hill, Canada and has been playing the drums since the age of ten. He is currently based in Los Angeles and has established himself as one of the foremost up-and-coming drummers of his generation. Enjoy his story .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Director John Dorhauer of the Chicago Jazz Collective Heisenberg Uncertainty Players

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Director John Dorhauer of the Chicago Jazz Collective Heisenberg Uncertainty Players .. We caught up with him on May 23, 2020 during the beginning of the COVID-19 to talk about their latest 2020 CD Gradient ..  This 17-piece Chicago-area big band plays only original compositions and arrangements from the members of the group. Formed in 2011, the band has been featured around the Chicago area for quite some time and they have a great story .. Enjoy

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Bandleader Kent Miller on the 2020 CD Plays The Music of Sam Jones with the Tnek Jazz Quintet

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Bandleader Kent Miller on the 2020 CD Plays The Music of Sam Jones with the Tnek Jazz Quintet .. We caught up with him on May 12, 2020 to talk about the new COVID-19 world of no live jazz .. the new album .. the band and so much more .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

California-based Jazz Saxophonist Arthur White on the 2020 CD When You Find It

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with California-based Jazz Saxophonist Arthur White on the 2020 CD When You Find It  .. We talked to him in Mid August 2020 as the COVID-19 lockdown continued .. He has deep Midwestern roots and  is a nationally recognized composer, arranger, educator, and touring saxophonist – He used to be a full time member of Kansas City's legendary Boulevard Big Band and Wichita's a Latin jazz/Salsa ensemble TUMBAO.. He’s full of energy and stories .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Veteran Jazz Trumpeter, Composer & Bandleader Bill Warfield

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Trumpeter, Composer & Bandleader Bill Warfield .. We caught up with him on May 29, 2020 during the pandemic to talk about his latest 2020 CD Smile…Bill has always proven to be a dynamic and innovative composer, bandleader and trumpeter delighting audiences, performers and writers for more than four decades. He’s got some wonderful stories .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Swedish Jazz Singer & Composer Lina Nyberg

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Swedish Jazz Singer & Composer Lina Nyberg  .. We caught up with her on May 2, 2020 from her home in Sweden during the beginnings of the COVID-19 lockdown to talk about her latest 2020 CD The Clouds…  She stands as one of Sweden’s most creative and innovative jazz singers and contemporary composers. For more than 20 years she has been attracting consistent and widespread attention, mainly in Scandinavia, but also in many other parts of the world .. She opens up about quite a bit .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

London-based Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Trish Clowes

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with London-based Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Trish Clowes .. We caught up with her on May 1, 2020 during the early stages of the COVID-19 lockdown from her base in London to talk about music .. and the positivity that can be garnered during the time .. We got into her career and so much  more .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Organizer Anne Clark of Oakhurst Neighborhood Association Jazz Night Series

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series Organizer Anne Clark of Oakhurst Neighborhood Association Jazz Night Series  .. They are presenting their 17th season of Oakhurst Jazz Nights in Decatur, Georgia to support the community .. Their goal is to stream LIVE concerts while we are home bound due to the CoronaVirus19. She opened up about this new live jazz model and so much more .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Professor at Kansas City Kansas Community College & Jazz Leader Jim Mair

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Professor of Music at Kansas City Kansas Community College & Jazz Leader Jim Mair .. We talked to him on October 8, 2020 about this COVID-19 world and what has been going on .. He opened up about his All-Star Jazz Big Bands for Middle and High School Level taking place from Octoober 21 – November 18 .. It’s a venture that has taken off and is a real product of the pandemic .. Registration and more information can be found at REWmusic.net – Jim is a great ambassador of jazz in KC .. Great to catch up with him .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Trumpeter Marcus Printup

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Trumpeter Marcus Printup  .. We talked to him on May 4, 2020 during the early stages of the COVID-19 lockdown about his latest 2020 CD Gentle Rain… He was born and raised in Conyers, Georgia and his first musical experiences were hearing the fiery gospel music his parents sang in church. He has gone on to record with the best in jazz .. with Betty Carter, Dianne Reeves, Eric Reed, Wycliffe Gordon, and so many others .. He made his screen debut in the 1999 movie Playing by Heart and recorded on the film’s soundtrack. August 22 has been declared “Marcus Printup Day” in his hometown of Conyers, Georgia. He talks about all of this and more .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

NYC Jazz Drummer Matt Kane on the Eddie Van Halen Legacy

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Hanibal-native, Kansas City strong and current NYC Jazz Drummer Matt Kane .. We caught up with him a day after learning that legendary rock guitarist Eddie Van Halen left the proverbial show .. He passed at the age of 65 on October 6, 2020 and his impact reaches everyone in the world .. and Eddie’s father was a jazz clarinetist .. So, both Eddie and drummer Alex Van Halen grew up with jazz as a backdrop .. Van Halen is a big reason that Matt even played music and for this radio host – why I love music as much as I do .. Together, this interview would not have happened if it wasn’t for Eddie and what he did for music .. We talk about that and a bit more .. Dig .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Swedish Jazz Singer Monika Hoffman

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Swedish Jazz Singer Monika Hoffman ..  We talked to her on May 2, 2020 from Sweden during the intensity of the early COVID-19 shutdown to discuss her latest 2020 CD 10 Muses ..   This talented singer has Hungarian-German root and is at home not only in classical music, latin, jazz and pop, but also in three languages, namely Swedish, Hungarian and English – all of which she uses for shades of musical expression .. she has a great story .. Get to know her .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

 

Jazz Trumpeter, Flugelhornist & Composer Michael Sarian on New Aurora & More - Part 2

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Trumpeter, Flugelhornist & Composer Michael Sarian  .. This is the second interview within a few months to delve further into this world of COVID-19 and thoughts on his 2020 CD New Aurora - That was released on September 4 .. We treated this talk like a true jazz improv session and great things came about ..  Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Violinist Sara Caswell

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with A Neon Jazz Interview with Jazz Violinist Sara Caswell .. We caught up with her in late April 2020 to dicuss the COVID-19 world of no live jazz and so much more .. This Bloomington, Indiana has worked with 9 Horses and Esperanza Spalding, along with so many others over her career .. She is a 2018 Grammy Nominee artist and skilled educator .. Get to know her..

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Singer Laila Biali

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Canadian Jazz Singer Laila Bali... We spoke with her in late April 2020 about her latest single River and how she is doing during this COVID-19 world shutdown .. This Multi award-winning Canadian artist has toured with Chris Botti, Paula Cole, Suzanne Vega and Sting. And she continues to produce quality material .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Veteran Jazz Drummer Phil Haynes

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Drummer Phil Haynes .. We talked to him in late April 2020 as the COVID-19 world was taking hold to talk about his latest 2020 CD Day Dream .. as he reunites with bass great Drew Gress, and pianist Steve Rudolph for a session epitomizing the modern jazz piano trio .. Over the years, he has been featured on more than 65 releases on numerous American and European record labels.  His recording credentials include many of the seminal musicians of this generation: saxophonists Anthony Braxton, Ellery Eskelin, and David Liebman; trumpeters Dave Douglas, and so many others .. He’s got great stories .. Get to know him…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Singer & Songwriter Joan Watson-Jones

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Singer & Songwriter Joan Watson-Jones ... We spoke with her in mid-April 2020 about her latest 2020 CD Choices and it is a collection of life stories. Her mother was a dancer who spent 1924-26 performing at the Moulin Rouge in Paris and her father was a physician who helped start the Upper Manhattan Medical Group in Harlem  .. Joan is a singer who burns quietly with inner intensity and has a natural sense of swing. She brings an energy to her Jazz that would appeal to new listeners and long time jazz fans .. Get to know her .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

California-based Jazz Trumpeter Carl Saunders

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with California-based Jazz Trumpeter Carl Saunders .. We caught up with him on April 30, 2020 to talk about his latest 2020 CD Jazz Trumpet during this new COVID-19  world .. Jazz listeners living in the Los Angeles area and musicians worldwide have long known that Carl is one of the great trumpet players around today. Originally from Indianapolis – his uncle is trumpeter-bandleader Bobby Sherwood and he started playing trumpet in the seventh grade and found that he had a natural ability, mostly learning to play by ear and never having any lessons. He is full of wisdom and grand insights .. Enjoy .. 

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Jazz Trumpeter, Flugelhornist & Composer Michael Sarian

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Trumpeter, Flugelhornist & Composer Michael Sarian  .. We talked in Mid- August 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown to talk about releasing an album during a pandemic .. his latest 2020 CD New Aurora .. He was born on a warm Tuesday morning in Canada, only to be whisked away to Argentina at the tender age of 1 .. He ended up relocating to New York City in 2012 to pursue a master’s degree in Jazz Studies at New York University and now this latest release is his fourth album as a bandleader .. he’s got a great story .. Enjoy…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

Kansas City-based Jazz Singer Donna Tucker

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Singer Donna Tucker .. We caught up with her on April 25, 2020 during the early intensity of the COVID-19 lockdown to discuss this new world .. This veteran singer has a vibrant voice, but also a musical style and enchanting presence both on and off the stage making her an unforgettable talent. Although Donna is a native of Kansas, she began her career in Dallas, Texas as a jazz singer/pianist/ as well as working as a TV commercial actor, voice over narrator, and recording jingles. She has a wonderful story .. Get to know her…

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Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christopher in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO. Listen to KCXL on Tunein Radio at http://tunein.com/radio/Neon-Jazz-With-Joe-Dimino-p381685/. You can now catch Neon Jazz on KOJH 104.7 FM out of the Mutual Musicians Foundation from Noon - 1 p.m. CST Monday-Friday at https://www.kojhfm.org/. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/