Doc Severinsen, Alyssa Allgood, Dana Legg and Jay McShann

We dive headfirst into the 948th Episode of Neon Jazz with a true rising force on the Kansas City scene—singer and guitarist Mike Bourne—spotlighting the title track from his acclaimed 2025 release Kansas City O'Clock. It's a bold, swinging statement that sets the tone for an hour steeped in soul, swagger and straight-ahead jazz spirit. From there, we tip our hat to one of the towering figures who shaped both Mike and the Kansas City sound—the legendary Jay McShann. His enduring influence ripples through this episode as we trace the lineage from KC swing roots into today's modern jazz frontier. The journey continues with fresh cuts and forward-thinking artistry from Luke Norris, Tyrone Allen II, Alyssa Allgood, Stephen Parisi Jr., Dana Legg and Scott Lee—a vibrant cross-section of contemporary players pushing the music ahead while honoring the tradition. Along the way, we shine a light on seasoned Austin, Texas mainstay Fletch Wiley and the dynamic, Australian-based vocalist Bonnie J. Jensen, each adding their own distinctive flavor to the mix. We close out this flavorful hour with master guitarist Doug MacDonald and his trio, featuring selections from his 2026 release Live in Beverly Hills—a fitting finale that leaves the groove simmering long after the last note fades. Settle in and soak up this rich, high-octane hour of jazz.

Playlist

• Mike Bourne "Kansas City O'Clock " Kansas City O'Clock (Overton Music) 0:00
• Host talks 3:41
• Jay McShann "Blue Feeling" The Big Apple Bash (Atlantic Records) 6:40
• Luke Norris "Inner Silence" Moment from the Past (Luke Norris) 11:41
• Host talks 16:08
• Tyrone Allen II "Smp Sng" Upward (Dreams & Fears Records) 16:45
• Fletch Wiley "When I Fall in Love" Urban Reel (Visual Music Group) 20:17
• Host talks 25:15
• Doc Severinsen with Alan Blaylock Jazz Orchestra "I Want to Be Happy" Prime Time (Alan Blaylock Jazz Orchestra) 26:35
• Alyssa Allgood "I'm Old Fashioned" Leap (Alyssa Allgood) 29:20
• Host talks 33:50
• Stephen Parisi Jr. "The Italian Space Program" Buddy {Shifting Paradigm Records) 35:34
• Bonnie J Jensen "People Make the World Go Round" Rise (Bonnie J Jensen) 39:49
• Host talks 43:41
• Dana Legg "Superstar" Scoopin' the Loop (Summit Records) 44:31
• Scott Lee "Big Waters" Greetings from Florida Postcards from Paradise (SteepleChase Records) 48:42
• Host talks 51:45
• Doug MacDonald Trio "Mall Blues" Live in Beverly Hills (Bluejazz) 52:56