Articles by Joe Dimino

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Janis Siegel, Skinny Hightower, Twin Talk & Gergana Velinova

by Joe Dimino
September 20, 2026

Step inside the 976th Episode of Neon Jazz and get ready for another deep dive into the sounds, stories, and soul of jazz from around the globe. We open the hour with the acclaimed singer Gergana Velinova, featuring music from her powerful 2026 album Free. From there, we hit the Neon Jazz mailbox, digging into quotes, reflections, and thoughts from artists including Tom Kennedy and Michael Bede Dunlop. Then we turn up the volume with heavyweight jazz from Todd DelGuidice, ...

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Oscar Peterson, Terri Lyne Carrington, Greg Abate and Scott Sadlon

by Joe Dimino
September 13, 2026

From the dental chair to the drum throne, Arizona dentist-by-day and drummer-by-night Scott Saldon kicks off the 975th Episode of Neon Jazz--and he's bringing some serious company. Joined by Rachel Eckroth and Tim Lefebvre, Scott sets the tone with music from his 2026 album Songs from Thin Air. From there, we launch into an hour that moves across generations, styles and sounds. Jazz veterans Terri Lyne Carrington, Dave Bass, Greg Abate, Jeff Corella and Putter Smith deliver new music with ...

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Jon Batiste, Greg Chako, Ulysses Owens Jr., Faye Carol & Matt White

by Joe Dimino
September 6, 2026

In memory of the incomparable Dolly Parton, who we lost at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026, we open this edition of Neon Jazz by celebrating an artist whose music, generosity, and humanity reached far beyond the stage. Matt White carries that spirit forward with his 2026 album Dolly, offering a beautiful interpretation of the timeless classic “Jolene." From one icon to another, we then turn toward the genius of Thelonious Monk, reimagined through the remarkable vision of ...

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Jeanie Bryson, John Hollenbeck, Paul Yonemura & Kenny Dorham

by Joe Dimino
August 30, 2026

From the pages of the new 2026 book Whistle Stop by father-and-son authors John A. Melendez and Robert M. Pallitto, we launch into the legendary Kenny Dorham, joined by Sonny Rollins, with the timeless “My Old Flame." From there, the journey keeps rolling, spotlighting the guitar artistry of Vladimir Redzic, the sounds of Holman Alvarez, and a tribute to the late, great Jeanie Bryson. Then we turn our attention to a powerful wave of new music from veterans, innovators, and ...

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Herbie Hancock, Christian Dillingham, Miki Yamanaka & Jeremy Monteiro

by Joe Dimino
August 23, 2026

From the Kansas City-based French hornist and composer Loren Broaddus, we launch the 972nd Episode of Neon Jazz with new music from his 2026 album Blackout!--a fitting spark to ignite this hour. From there, we turn our ears toward the legendary Herbie Hancock, spinning music from his landmark 2007 album River: The Joni Letters in celebration of his visit to Kansas City on August 8, 2026. Then we get inside the creative minds of Jeff Cosgrove and Christian Dilliagham, weaving ...

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Senri Oe, Dave Glenn, Erica von Kleist, Ryan Barry & Early Times

by Joe Dimino
August 16, 2026

From the prolific musician and longtime radio broadcaster Early Times, we kick off the 971st Episode of Neon Jazz with music from his compelling new 2026 recording, Border Crossings. From there, we take a winding journey through an hour of remarkable jazz, uncovering fresh sounds and familiar brilliance along the way. We dig into recordings from jazz heavyweights Senri Oe, Russ Anixter, and Adrian Younge, while also featuring Dave Glenn's moving “Blues for Buck O'Neil," a perfect soundtrack to a ...

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Jerry Bergonzi, Joel Puckett, Ted Chubb and Matt Otto

by Joe Dimino
August 9, 2026

Kicking off the landmark 970th Episode of Neon Jazz is one of Kansas City's most adventurous musical voices, acclaimed saxophonist Matt Otto, featuring music from his compelling new 2026 album Ephemeral. From there, the journey unfolds through insightful conversations with Sean Pentland, Emie R. Roussel, Ted Chubb, and Jussi Lampela, each offering a unique perspective on the ever-evolving world of jazz. Between these engaging profiles, soak in standout performances from Bobby Matos, Jerry Bergonzi, Bobby Sanabria, Joel Puckett, and Leroy ...

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Joey Alexander, Marilyn Maye, Charles Tolliver, NicoleYvette & Eddie Bruce

by Joe Dimino
August 2, 2026

The 969th Episode of Neon Jazz opens with the unmistakable style, natural charisma, and velvet-smooth vocals of Eddie Bruce, featuring music from his outstanding 2026 album, For Dreamers and Their Dreams. From there, we pay tribute to one of Kansas City's true musical legends as Eddie's former vocal coach, the incomparable Marilyn Maye, lights up the hour with selections from her brilliant 2026 release, Live at Jazz at Lincoln Center. The journey continues with an exciting lineup of fresh voices ...

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Mike DiRubbo, Lisa Rich, Elias Haslanger, Douye & Larry Goldings

by Joe Dimino
July 26, 2026

The 968th Episode of Neon Jazz ignites with the unmistakable chemistry of acclaimed organ master Larry Goldings, reunited with his legendary trio featuring guitarist Peter Bernstein and drummer Bill Stewart. We launch the hour with the title track from their stellar 2026 release, Rhombus, a powerful statement from one of the longest-running and most celebrated organ trios in modern jazz. From there, it's a midsummer celebration as a wave of outstanding new releases pours into the Neon Jazz mailbox. We ...

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Bria Skonberg, Jacob Gurevitsch, Jesse Davis & Back Alley Brass Band

by Joe Dimino
July 19, 2026

From the celebrated and high energy Kansas City band with a New Orleans kick, we begin the 967th Episode of Neon Jazz with the Back Alley Brass Band with music off their new 2026 album Some Bright Morning. From there, we dig into new music and interview clips from the likes of Jacob Gurevitsch, Arnold Ludvig, Peter Paulsen and Yvonne Rogers. In between those profiles, we get stellar new tunes from Judy Whitmore, Jesse Davis, Bria Skonberg and the great ...