James Suggs, Ted Rosenthal, Steve Houghton & Sacha Boutros

We step boldly into the 931st episode of Neon Jazz with the brilliant artist, singer, and peace activist Sacha Boutros, spotlighting her enchanting new 2025 release, Paris After Dark—a record brimming with elegance, emotion, and late-night allure. Keeping with the Halloween spirit, we spin Heather McKay's hauntingly fun track "Boo" from her 2025 album Life Got in the Way. The journey continues through the sounds of veterans and jazz luminaries like Neil Gray, Ted Rosenthal, Irving Flores, James Suggs, and Steve Houghton—each offering a unique spark in the modern jazz universe. We also take a closer listen to the inspired work of James Suggs, David Sneider, and Jen Allen, whose music continues to redefine and rejuvenate the art form. And to close things out with a smile, we celebrate a recent meeting with Rob Riggle by grooving to the jazz-rich Modern Family theme—a perfect send-off to another rich ride through sound and story. As always—dig the jazz, my friends, and thanks for tuning in.

Playlist

• Sacha Boutros "April in Paris" Paris After Dark (Hear Me Roar Records) 0:00
• Host talks 4:59
• Heather McKay "Boo" Life Got in the Way (Heather McKay Music) 7:40
• Neil Gray "Frankie's Ghost" In the Streets (Cellar Live) 12:26
• Host talks 16:25
• The Ted Rosenthal "To Life" High Standards (TMR Music) 17:03
• Irving Flores "Music En La Calle" Armando Mi Conga (Armor De Flores Productions) 23:10
• Host talks 27:48
• James Suggs "Black or White" For All We Know (Arbors) 28:14
• David Sneider "Hackensack" Introducing (Cellar Live) 33:31
• Host talks 38:07
• Chad Lefkowitz-Brown "It Could Happen to You" The Shadow of Your Smile {La Reserve Records) 38:47
• Jen Allen "Possibilities" Possibilities (Truth Revolution Records) 43:57
• Host talks 49:54
• Steve Houghton Group "Lawns" And Then Some (Watercourse Records) 50:08
• Host talks 54:04
• Modern Family Theme Song "Theme Song" Single (ABC) 55:00