Wednesday, April 28, 2021

The Jerusalem/NYC Contemporary Jazz Group Friendy

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with the Jerusalem/NYC Contemporary Jazz Group Friendy .. We spoke to them from Israel about their new 2020 CD that happens to be their debut called Friendy Fire .. the band is Zohar on sax, Noam on piano, Daniel on bass and Shai drums. This band hosts an explosive collection of original compositions, fusing supercharged rock with contemporary jazz, while also drawing inspiration from animated Japanese TV shows and films. Their vision is to create a powerful musical experience that mixes a strong rhythmic feel with an abstract atmosphere.  Enjoy the story .. 

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Boston-based Saxophonist, Flautist & Composer Ken Field of JazzBoston on 2021 Virtual Shows

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Boston-based Saxophonist, Flautist & Composer Ken Field of JazzBoston .. We talked to him about a free live virtual performance on Friday, April 30 at 8 pm from the acoustically acclaimed GBH Fraser Performance Studio (https://www.wgbh.org/events/jazznow-no-borders-virtual) The event will feature the Jazz World Trio, which is a group of three international artists each with a strong Boston tie. He talks about this event, the state of jazz in COVID today 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Monday, April 26, 2021

Portland-based Veteran Jazz Singer Rebecca Kilgore

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Portland-based Veteran Jazz Singer Rebecca Kilgore .. We caught up with her about her new 2021 CD The Rebecca Kilgore Trio • Vol. 1 and her life in music .. She has been on over 50 recordings and performed with the likes of Andy Brown, Harry Allen, John Pizzarelli, Bucky Pizzarelli, Dick Hyman and so many others .. In 2020 she was named Portland Jazz Master by PDX Jazz .. She’s got a great story and 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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West Palm Beach, Florida-based Jazz Guitarist & Vocalist Phil Fest

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with West Palm Beach, Florida-based Jazz Guitarist & Vocalist Phil Fest .. We caught up with him to talk about his life in music and his latest 2021 CD Cafe Fon Fon .. He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and grew up in a musical family. His background and training give his musicality a unique twist uncommon for his generation .. His father is a recording artist and his mother a composer and music instructor. He was exposed to Brazilian and American Jazz right from the start. 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Swiss Pianist, Composer & Producer Nik Bärtsch

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Swiss Pianist, Composer & Producer Nik Bärtsch .. He opened up about his newest 2021 solo album called Ententre and his life in music ..  The pianist finds freedom in aesthetic restriction, while also seizing opportunities to guide the music to new places. This is a cornerstone to his overall approach .. Enjoy the story… 

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Irish Jazz Musician, Educator & Broadcaster Linley Hamilton

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Irish Jazz Musician, Educator & Broadcaster Linley Hamilton ..  For a long time been one of the most influential figures involved with Jazz in Ireland & The UK. As a musician he is at the top of the list when it comes to collaborating with a horn player for a recording or live performance. He has appeared on albums from Van Morrison, Paul Brady and Jacki Dankworth .. His passion and dedication to jazz is evident on all frons and we dig into his latest projects, career and the hope ahead .. Dig 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Veteran Jazz Drummer & Educator Justin DiCioccio

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series Veteran Jazz Drummer & Educator Justin DiCioccio .. He is internationally recognized as one of the foremost jazz educators of our time. In January 2001, he was inducted into the Jazz Education Hall of Fame. He has a wonderful insight into teaching and his inventive approach have earned him the title “the musician’s teacher.” He talks about his long road in jazz and why he loves it .. along with 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Ohio-based Composer, Trombonist & Educator Jason Branscum

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Ohio-based Composer, Trombonist & Educator Jason Branscum .. This storied musician opened up about new new album, a long life in music and hope in a COVID world .. His latest 2021 CD  Beyond The Walls Of The World comes out on May 28th and has influences ranging from avant-garde to hard-swinging contemporary jazz & rock-tinged fusion. He was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio and developed a passion for soul, rock, and hip-hop music throughout his teen years, but was tipped over the edge when he discover the jazz and funk from the bars in Dayton. Over the years, he has performed in Europe, fifteen states and Washington D.C.  He has recorded, toured, or shared the stage with the likes of Dr. John, 10,000 Maniacs, George Clinton and the P-Funk All Stars, Gladys Knight, The Roots, T.S. Monk and so many more .. Enjoy his story .. 

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Dublin, Ireland-based Pianist & Composer Gediminas Karkauskas

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Dublin, Ireland-based Pianist & Composer Gediminas Karkauskas .. He opened up about COVID, his debut 2020 CD Lost Suite and his life in music .. His history and stories are ones you should hear .. Dig his story ..  

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Veteran Rhode Island-based Jazz Saxophonist Dan Moretti

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Rhode Island-based Jazz Saxophonist Dan Moretti .. We caught up with him about his new 2021 CD Tres Libre, his life in music and hope beyond COVID .. He was  born in Providence, Rhode Island and it was in the 5th grade that he began playing  the Alto saxophone .. The influences of the 60's music revolution and especially soul music would have a profound impact on him .. At the age of 12 he was invited to perform in the Rhode Island Youth All-State Jazz Band where he played at the world renown Newport Jazz Festival . From there, things were on the up and up .. 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Veteran Jazz Singer Andy James

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Singer Andy James .. We caught up with her to talk about a wonderful life lived in the jazz world that has literally taken her all over the globe .. She also delves into her new 2021 CD Tu Amor and hope for the future .. .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/

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Thursday, April 22, 2021

Greek Jazz Drummer Alex Louloudis

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Greek Jazz Drummer Alex Louloudis .. He reached out to the show about his newest 2021 CD  ''Words'' .. It was recorded in New York, which is where he had moved to prior to the pandemic .. Now he is back in Greece and remains at the top of his jazz game ..  Originally from Drama, Greece, he started playing drums at 9 and performed professionally for the first time when he was 13 .. Get to know him and 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. 

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NYC Jazz Drummer & Composer Ulysses Owens Jr.

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC Jazz Drummer & Composer Ulysses Owens Jr. .. We had a long conversation about his unique path in jazz and his latest 2021 CD Soul Conversations .. His Eagerly-Awaited Big Band Debut on Outside in Music with his new 19-piece outfit known as the UOJ Big Band .. Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, he has always had a passion for the music. In his hometown, his family founded Don’t Miss a Beat, Inc., a non-profit organization empowering young people to dream big and give back to their communities through a blend of musical, artistic, academic, and civic engagement programming .. Along with the recording life, he was asked by Wynton Marsalis to join the esteemed Faculty at The Juilliard School to serve  as Small Ensemble Director .. he’s been there for over five years. Dig 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

London-based Alto Saxophonist Sam Braysher

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with London-based Alto Saxophonist Sam Braysher .. He reached out to Neon Jazz and we are so glad he did .. He talked about his new 2021 CD Dance Little Lady, Dance Little Man. A trio album featuring Jorge Rossy and Tom Farmer  on UNIT Records. These days he is based in East London and maintains a busy freelance career playing saxophone and occasional clarinet across a wide variety of music, including early jazz and swing, straight-ahead and more contemporary styles of jazz.  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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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San Francisco-based Jazz Vocalist Bill Kwan

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Vocalist Bill Kwan .. He is also a professional dermatologist and he talked about his life in jazz and the release of his latest 2021 CD No Ordinary Love and it’s his fifth album .. On this release, he delves deeply into the songbook of one of the 20th century’s most popular female singers .. He is joined by a New York dream team distinguished by deep connections to both the city’s jazz scene and innovative singer/songwriters .. As we mentioned, he is a dermatologist with a solo practice in San Francisco and he’s honed his craft at many of the Bay Area’s leading jazz venues. Get to know 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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German Jazz Pianist Killian Kemmer

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with German Jazz Pianist Killian Kemmer .. He opened up about his newest 2021 CD –Und Zarathustra Tanzte inspired by the life and work of Friedrich Nietzsche .. He also talked about his life in jazz and hope for the future as we move forward through the COVID world ... Get to know him and 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Monday, April 19, 2021

Akron, Ohio-native Jazz Guitarist & Composer Dan Wilson

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Akron, Ohio-native Jazz Guitarist & Composer Dan Wilson .. We covered his life in music and his new 2021 CD Vessels of Wood and Earth .. He welcomed an all-star cast on the album like Christian Sands and Jeff "Tain" Watts .. He spent a majority of his youth within the church community and that is where his musical path began. His jazz guitar influences were the likes of Wes Montgomery, Charlie Christian, Joe Pass, and George Benson and his musical identity has been shaped by everything from gospel and blues to traditional jazz, hip-hop and horn players like Sonny Rollins and Joe Henderson. His path and ascension up the jazz charts has been impressive .. 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Chicago-based Improvising Pianist, Composer & Music Director Matt Piet

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Chicago-based Improvising Pianist, Composer & Music Director Matt Piet .. We caught up with him about life as a musician during COVID, his life in music, hope for the future and much more .. He began his studies as a pianist and vocalist at age ten & was a proficient classical pianist and accompanist by his early teens. He went on to the Berklee College of Music in Boston and came back to Chicago in 2014 as an active participant in Chicago's rich jazz and improvised music scene. 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Brooklyn-based Hip Hop/Jazz Musician & Producer Gengis Don

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based Hip Hop/Jazz Musician & Producer Gengis Don .. He opened upabout his new single “Power” coming out April 23, 2021 that will be a part of his new album Sweet Pea out July 16, 2021. The music talks about the power in using your voice to speak up and ask for help. Featuring up-and-coming Brooklyn rapper and singer Kumbaya, “Power” highlights an important cause to the musician -- mental health awareness primarily in the Black community. The multi-faceted Lyndon Harewood – known as Gengis Don - has always had an intense passion for creating and crafting music. Get to know him and his story .. 

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Canadian Jazz Percussionist & Composer Curtis Andrews

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Canadian Jazz Percussionist & Composer Curtis Andrews .. We caught up with him about his life in music, COVID, the future and his  new 2021 CD Speaking Hands released on April 2nd 2021. It is his sophomore release  .. He had a great childhood and taught himself to play the drumset at 14 .. He has travelled the world and digs being a family man, along with his hard work as a musician .. 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Singapore-based Pianist, Vocalist, Composer & Educator Jeremy Monteiro

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Singapore-based Pianist, Vocalist, Composer & Educator Jeremy Monteiro .. He opened up about his latest 2021 CD Live At No Black Tie Kuala Lumpur with his trio of Jay Anderson & Lewis Nash .. This is his 45th release and again proves how he is drawn to the spontaneity of jazz .. He has been a professional since he was 16 and he has never stopped .. Over the years, he has performed with James Moody, Ernie Watts, Simon & Garfunkel in magnificent venues all over the world. In 2002, he received Singapore’s highest honour in the arts -  The Cultural Medallion .. He’s got a wonderful 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/

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NYC Jazz Pianist, Composer, & Bandleader Mara Rosenbloom

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC Jazz Pianist, Composer, & Bandleader Mara Rosenbloom .. We caught up with her about her latest 2021 CD Flyways – Murmuration and a career in jazz that has earned her the following description - “a whole-hearted poet of the piano,” Originally from Wisconsin, she has spent the past decade in New York City creating a grand body of work and establishing herself as a vibrant and respected part of the city’s diverse network of jazz & improvised music communities. She opens up about this and so much more ..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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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NYC-based Jazz Singer, Performer & Composer Anaïs Reno

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based Jazz Singer, Performer & Composer Anaïs Reno .. This young singer released her debut 2021 CD Lonesome Thing - Sings Ellington & Strayhorn .. Back in 2020 at the age of 16, she won accolades for her dedication to the Great American Songbook. She recently received the Julie Wilson Award, and in 2019 won the Mabel Mercer Foundation competition for high school students. She started singing when she was eight & since 10 she has performed with a notable array of jazz and cabaret artists at venues like Birdland, the National Arts Club, the Players Club and Carnegie Hall. Her story is starting to really take off .. Get to know her and 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Thursday, April 15, 2021

German-based Jazz Drummer, Composer, Arranger & Educator Diego Pinera

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with German-based Jazz Drummer, Composer, Arranger & Educator Diego Pinera .. He opened up about his latest 2021 CD called Odd Wisdom, being born in Uruguay and his life in Germany since 2003. He studied at the Berklee College of Music, the University of Music in Havana in Cuba and the University of Music and Theater in Leipzig in Germany. His brushes with all kinds of cultures and music has led to a unique style and voice. Get to know him and 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/

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Veteran New York Jazz Trumpeter Glenn Drewes

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran New York Jazz Trumpeter Glenn Drewes .. We caught up on April 1, 2021 to talk about his life in music .. Over his storied and rich career, he was a member of the Sesame Street house band for several seasons, he played with big band leaders Lionel Hampton and Woody Herman in the 1970s, and with Buddy Rich and Dizzy Gillespie in the 1980s and since 1985, he has been a member of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra ..He’s got 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/

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Toronto Jazz Guitarist, Composer & Educator Dan Pitt

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Toronto Jazz Guitarist, Composer & Educator Dan Pitt .. He opened up about his 3rd Release coming out on April 9, 2021 called Wrongs  - He is an active member of Toronto’s jazz and creative music scene playing with the likes of Dave Young, Terry Clarke, Terry Promane, Tim Berne, and and many more .. He’s got a great story and 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Chicago-based Jazz Singer Alyssa Allgood

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Chicago-based Jazz Singer Alyssa Allgood .. We covered quite a bit in our interview .. Like her latest 2021 CD What Tomorrow Brings and her life in jazz .. She has been described as an “impressive bop-oriented singer” by DownBeat and was named “Best Jazz Entertainer” in the 2019 Chicago Music Awards. She is a vital piece of the Chicago scene and has some grand stories & 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Veteran NYC Jazz Pianist, Composer & Educator Ray Gallon

 Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC Jazz Pianist, Composer & Educator Ray Gallon .. We had a lively discussion about his debut album .. His 2021 CD  Make Your Move with Bassist David Wong and Drummer Kenny Washington on Cellar Live .. This New York native is a longtime professor that has finally leaped into the fray as a bandleader .. He has worked with the likes of Ron Carter, Lionel Hampton, Art Farmer, T.S. Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, Milt Jackson, Harry “Sweets” Edison, Wycliffe Gordon, Les Paul, Benny Golson, Frank Wess and many others over the years as a sideman .. He’s a font of information and loves jazz to his core .. Get to know 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Veteran Jazz Saxophonist Greg Abate on the 2021 CD Magic Dance

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Saxophonist Greg Abate on the 2021 CD Magic Dance .. This new project out on Whaling City Sound is a wonderful recording laid down during COVID with NEA Jazz Master, pianist and composer Kenny Barron, bassist Dezron Douglas, and drummer Johnathan Blake .. It was all done at  Rudy Van Gelder’s famed studio and the results are stellar .. We cover this, COVID and hope for 2021 & Beyond .. 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.  Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Brooklhyn-based Jazz Guitarist Perry Smith

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklhyn-based Jazz Guitarist Perry Smith .. We caught up with him about his newest CD – 2021’s Peace .. Standards are an integral part of his life as a musician, accompanying him on the ups and downs of life, providing a landscape for him to explore, and improvise on, from his heart. Over the years, he has combined the tradition of Jazz with broad influences from contemporary music to create his signature style. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, these days in Brooklyn he is an educator and performs as a bandleader and a sideman for local and touring artists .. Enjoy the interview .. 

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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/

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South Korean-born, NYC Jazz Pianist & Composer Jihee Heo

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with South Korean-born, NYC Jazz Pianist & Composer Jihee Heo .. We talked to her about her life in music and her latest 2020 CD Are You Ready? This South Korean native has a Master of Music degree from Manhattan School of Music and has gone on to perform at acclaimed festivals and venues .. Get to know her and 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/

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NYC-based Jazz Pianist & Bandleader Steven Feifke

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based Jazz Pianist & Bandleader Steven Feifke .. He talked about his latest 2021 CD – Kinetic and it happens to be his long-awaied big band debut coming out on April 9, 2021 via Outside in Music .. He has appeared on 30 albums all before  turning 30 years old.  He is an internationally recognized arranger and orchestrator and was the recipient of the 2020 David Baker Prize in composition from the Ravinia Festival and serves as musical director for the Tony Award Winning actor and singer Santino Fontana. His writing work also branches into film and television .. He’s got a lot of great insights .. 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/

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Detroit-based Jazz Drummer Gayelynn McKinney

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Detroit-based Jazz Drummer Gayelynn McKinney .. We caught up with her about her latest 2021 CD Zoot Suit Funk .. These days she reigns as one of the most accomplished drummers in Detroit. Her father was the legendary Jazz pianist and composer, Harold McKinney, who once played with Billie Holliday. Her mother was a noted singer. Te drums came to her .. she began playing at the age of 2 in her dad's basement and never stopped .. Her career is always full of goodness and bravado .. 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/

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Veteran NYC Jazz Pianist Art Hirahara

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran NYC Jazz Pianist Art Hirahara .. It’s been some time, but we finally caught up with this busy and talented musician about quite a bit .. Like his latest 2021 CD Balance Point that is his fifth release for Posi-Tone. The CD features collaborators tenor saxophonist Melissa Aldana, bassist Joe Martin, and drummer Rudy Royston. He is originally from the San Francisco Bay Area and moved to New York in 2003 to be challenged by its pool of world-class musicians .. Get to know 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Monday, April 12, 2021

Israeli-born Jazz Artist Yaala Ballin

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Israeli-born Jazz Artist Yaala Ballin .. She opened up about her latest 2021 CD Sings Irving Berlin, growing up in Isreal and her life in music .. Along with recordings, she has been quite busy over time and was a Vocal Jazz Instructor for the U.S. State Department program “Jazz Futures” for 6 years from 2008 – 2013. She has also been a very active educator .. Get to know her and 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/

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Israeli Jazz Pianist Shai Maestro

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Israeli Jazz Pianist Shai Maestro .. We caught up with him to talk about his latest 2021 CD called Human, COVID, his life in jazz and much more .. He began playing classical piano at age five and went on to win the National Jazz Ensembles Competition Jazz Signs in 2002 and 2003 .. That letd to the Berklee College and sharing the stage with the likes of Avishai Cohen. Chick Corea, Esperanza Spalding, and Diana Krall. 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/

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Philadelphia-born, Italy –based Jazz Woodwind Player, Composer, Arranger, Conductor & Poet Sabir Mateen

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Philadelphia-born, Italy –based Jazz Woodwind Player, Composer, Arranger, Conductor & Poet Sabir Mateen .. We caught up with him in his home of Bologna, Italy to talk about a life well lived as an avant-garde jazz musician. . Originally from Philadelphia, he would move to Los Angeles and play with a host of great musician.. He then moved to New York in 1989 and worked with legends like Cecil Taylor, William Parker, Butch Morris, William Hooker and many others .. He’s got a fascinating 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/

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Miami-based, NYC Tenor Saxophonist Jack Branfield

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Miami-based, NYC Tenor Saxophonist Jack Branfield .. He opened up about his new 2021 CD I'll Never Be The Same and his life in music. He’s a passionate musician who brings his own style in carrying the torch for interpreters of the Great American Songbook. He has a B.M in Jazz Studies from Michigan State University and is currently a scholarship recipient from The Frost School of Music at The University of Miami .. Things have just begun, yet he has some mileage to give to the jazz audio ride .. with much more to come .. Dig 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/

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Grammy Award-Winning Jazz Trombonist Doug Beavers

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Grammy Award-Winning Jazz Trombonist Doug Beavers .. We had a wide ranging talk about his latest 2020 CD Sol and a long, fruitful life in jazz .. He is a musician who fearlessly pushes the boundaries of the genre and it all started with Eddie Palmieri's legendary "La Perfecta" band and moved on to the Spanish Harlem Orchestra and many stops along the way .. He’s got a great future .. hope abound .. 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/

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Wichita-born, Santa Fe-based Jazz Guitarist & Composer David Lord

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Wichita-born, Santa Fe-based Jazz Guitarist & Composer David Lord .. He opened up about his latest 2020 CD Forst Standards Volume 2 and his life in music .. He has been described as “a six-string anomaly, a genuine diamond in the rough”  .. After 15 releases under the name Francis Moss, in 2018 her released his debut album under his own name .. Along with performing and recording, he owns and operates Air House, a music academy, recording studio and record label in Wichita, KS. 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/

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Friday, April 9, 2021

Pittsburg-born, Bangkok-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Matt Dickun of the Band Dikon

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Pittsburg-born, Bangkok-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Matt Dickun .. He reached out to the show with an impressive electronica/jazz fusion audio sound on his new 2021 CD CHAPO: Breaking Out with the band Dikon.. The collective is a metaphor of his life .. an international collective brimming with curiosity and adventure .. His tale is one you should hear .. Get to know him and dig it .. 

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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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Berlin-based, Sapporo-born Marimbist, Viraphonist & Composer Taiko Saito

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Berlin-based, Sapporo-born Marimbist, Vibraphonist & Composer Taiko Saito .. She reached out to the program about her new CD and we are so glad she did .. Born in Sapporo, it was in 1997 that she began to improvise and to write music and that led her to move to Berlin .. Her journey in music is a great one .. Enjoy the interview .. 

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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. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Legendary Canadian Jazz Guitarist Lorne Lofsky

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Legendary Canadian Jazz Guitarist Lorne Lofsky .. We talked to him about his newest 2021 CD This Song Is New .. He is well known as a former member of the Oscar Peterson Quartet giving the world his first studio album in nearly 25 years .. Born, raised and based in Toronto, he has performed at venues all over the world from Carnegie Hall to the Montreal Jazz Festival gigging with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie, Ray Brown, Benny Carter, Joey DeFrancesco, Dave Holland, Rosemary Clooney and Clark Terry, and so many more .. Get to know him and dig this interview .. 

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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. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Monday, April 5, 2021

Chicago-based Jazz Trumpeter, Composer, Arranger & Educator Emily Kuhn

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Chicago-based Jazz Trumpeter, Composer, Arranger & Educator Emily Kuhn ..We talked about quite a few things during our interview .. We covered her latest 2021 CD Sky Stories, her move from Virginia to Chicago and her life in music .. This new album is a celebration of Chicago’s natural beauty and its diverse musical communities. She’s well on her way .. 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/

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Jazz Saxophonist, Composer & Educator Rahsaan Barber

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist, Composer & Educator Rahsaan Barber.. We talked to him about his latest latest 2021 Double CD Mosaic and his life in music .. Since earning a Master’s Degree in Jazz Performance from the Manhattan School of Music in 2005, he has set out on a singular path of musical excellence in performance, composition, education, and entrepreneurship. During his performing and recording career he has embraced an ever-expanding range of musical styles, including jazz, blues, funk, classical, fusion, soul, Latin, and world music. He is also a skilled educator and has some great insights into a career that is heading in the right direction .. Enjoy….

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New York & Oregon-based Jazz Performer, Composer and Educator Rob Scheps

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New York & Oregon-based Jazz Performer, Composer and Educator Rob Scheps .. We caught up to talk about a variety of topics .. Namely his  latest 2021 CD with the TBA Band called Live at the Churchill School on Powder Rhythm Records .. It was in the summer of 2020 that he felt was an opportune moment to record some music that had been gestating over the long spring. Over his long, storied career he has recorded 35 albums and it all began in Long Island, New York when he began studying the tenor saxophone at age nine. He would move on to the prestigious New England Conservatory of Music and so many adventures in his career .. He holds Kansas City in a very high regard .. He talks about this and so much more .. So please get to know him and dig this interview.

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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. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Chicago-based Veteran Jazz Singer and Composer Joanie Pallatto

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Chicago-based Veteran Jazz Singer and Composer Joanie Pallatto .. We talked to her about her latest 2021 CD My Original Plan .. and she opened up about a long life in music .. She’s originally from Xenia, Ohio and by the age of 4 she began to learn violin, then moved to clarinet. In school she sang in the choir, where she discovered her passion for singing and that evolved into touring with the Glenn Miller Orchestra in the 1970s  .. She owns her own label in Southport Records and has 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. Listen to each show at https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc. Check us out at All About Jazz @ https://kansascity.jazznearyou.com/neon-jazz.php. For all things Neon Jazz, visit http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/

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Friday, April 2, 2021

Veteran Alto Saxophonist & Flautist Steve Slagle on the 2021 CD Nascentia

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Alto Saxophonist & Flautist Steve Slagle on the 2021 CD Nascentia .. This is a triumphant release constructed during the pandemic lockdown and it’s tone is hopeful and the release is relished by Steve and a wonderful cast of cats that include Jeremy Pelt -  Clark Gayton - Bruce Barth and  Jason Tiemann. It was mixed .. The group reached deep and created some incredible material and he opens up about this and the hopeful 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/

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