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Neon Jazz is a radio show and interview series created and distributed since 2011. Hatched & Hosted by Joe Dimino out of Kansas City, Missouri. The series has been Engineered and generously supported by John Christopher over thirteen years, hundreds of episodes and thousands of interviews. We celebrate the glory days right on into the innovations of modern players. The aim is to tell the rich stor... more

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring pianist Christophe Magnan-Bossé and vocalist Roxane Reddy of the acclaimed Montreal-based Greenhouse Ensemble.

In this episode, we dive into the making of the ensemble's captivatin... more

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring jazz singer, visual artist, and cultural architect Tamara Rivelle.

In this episode, we connect with Tamara from her home base in Nashville, Tennessee to discuss her upcoming 2026 a... more

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Phoenix-based jazz drummer, composer, and dentist Dr. Scott Sadlon.

In this episode, we dive into Scott's captivating 2026 album, Songs from Thin Air, an adventurous recording buil... more

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring pianist/composer Ruthie Dineen and bassist/composer Andrew Lion, the creative forces behind Negative Press Project.

In this episode, we reconnect with Ruthie and Andrew—whom we fir... more

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Tamara Rivelle
Jazz singer, visual artist, cultural architect
Self-employed / Love in a Big World
Episode: Tamara Rivelle Interview | Love Letters (2026), Jazz, R&B & Music as a Path to Belonging
Dr. Scott Sadlon
Jazz drummer and dentist
Sadlon Dentistry, Phoenix
Episode: Dr. Scott Sadlon Interview | Songs from Thin Air (2026) | Jazz Drummer, Dentist & One-Take Improvisation
Ruthie Dineen
Pianist and composer
Negative Press Project / Friction Quartet
Episode: Ruthie Dineen & Andrew Lion Interview | Cycles I (2026) | Negative Press Project & Friction Quartet
Andrew Lion
Bassist and composer
Negative Press Project / Friction Quartet
Episode: Ruthie Dineen & Andrew Lion Interview | Cycles I (2026) | Negative Press Project & Friction Quartet
Gabriel Espinosa
Mexican-born jazz bassist, composer, arranger, vocalist, and educator
Self/The Brazilian Project
Episode: Gabriel Espinosa Interview | The Brazilian Project (2026) | Jazz Bass, Latin Jazz & Brazilian Music
Tomas Janzon
Acclaimed jazz guitarist
Musician
Episode: Tomas Janzon Interview | Jazz Diary (2026) | Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist on Creativity & Composition
David Janeway
Jazz pianist, Detroit-born musician, recording artist
Independent artist; associated with Steeplechase labels for prior recordings
Episode: David Janeway Interview | Live at the Blue Llama Jazz Club (2026) | Robert Hurst, Billy Hart & Modern Jazz
EE Pointer
Jazz musician and composer
Downstream Impressions project
Episode: E.E. Pointer Interview – Downstream Impressions (2026) | Kansas City Jazz, James Benger Poetry & New Music
Sean Imboden
Indianapolis-based saxophonist, composer and bandleader
Sean Imboden// Ensemble
Episode: Sean Imboden Interview | Uncharted Realms (2026) | Modern Big Band Jazz & New Horizons

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Joe Dimino
Host of Neon Jazz Interviews

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 243 ratings
  • Great service to jazz fans

    I’ve been listening to Joe Dimino’s Neon Jazz interview interviews for at least 7 years. No one is currently doing more with a weekly jazz podcast. Thank you Joe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    calmerthanyouare
    United States2 months ago
  • Interview!!

    It’s always a pleasure to talk with Joe!! His conversations are always informative and engaging and I look forward to listening to more of his interviews!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pat Bianchi
    United States2 months ago
  • One of my favorite interviews as a performer

    Joe gets it. Not one second wasted. He wrote such thought provoking questions that made me dig into who I am as a creative and what God has given me to share with others through my new record Vocation. It can be easy to move through interviews with rote interest. But not with Joe. If he takes the time to talk, it’s worth it. Thank you for facilitating such a dynamic moment around my new record, Joe. Vocation indeed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a joyful sojourner
    United States2 months ago
  • Interview

    Joe is truly exceptional at what he does. Thoughtful, genuine and conversational. I enjoyed the interview a great deal. Thanks for what you do, Joe!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil Sargent
    United States3 months ago
  • More of this!

    I loved being a part of this show, and loved listening to the other great artists on this pod. So Inspiring!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sue Cahill
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the host for depth and preparation, noting engaging, insightful interviews.
Many comments highlight the show's ability to surface unique jazz stories and artists.
Joe is thoughtful, genuine and conversational, with a knack for drawing out the guest.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

David Janeway Interview | Live at the Blue Llama Jazz Club (2026) | Robert Hurst, Billy Hart & Modern Jazz
Q: Was there any thought along the lines of etching this moment permanently in wax or recording as part of that longing to get back to live performance?
The guest describes reconnecting with Detroit roots and coordinating with Robert Hurst and Billy Hart to capture live performances at Blue Llama, emphasizing the importance of a vivid, live musical experience and the return to clubs as a social glue.
David Janeway Interview | Live at the Blue Llama Jazz Club (2026) | Robert Hurst, Billy Hart & Modern Jazz
Q: We spoke about the pandemic and how you actually survived that time period and how it fueled the way that you create and produce and live today?
The guest explains how outdoor gatherings, regional community initiatives, and eventually forming a new trio during and after the pandemic shaped both his creative output and live performance approach, leading to the live Blue Llama recording and new compositions such as Fully Vax.
Dr. Scott Sadlon Interview | Songs from Thin Air (2026) | Jazz Drummer, Dentist & One-Take Improvisation
Q: Do you remember the first live jazz show that blew you away and helped shape your love of the stage?
He recalls the Catalina Jazz Club in LA watching Chick Corea's new trio with Jeff Ballard and Abhishek Cohen, plus other early inspirations like Brandon Fields and Gary Novak, which solidified his love for jazz and the excitement of being closely engaged with the music live.
Dr. Scott Sadlon Interview | Songs from Thin Air (2026) | Jazz Drummer, Dentist & One-Take Improvisation
Q: How did you get through that era and how has it influenced the way that you create and live today?
The COVID shutdown unexpectedly enabled the project because collaborators relocated and time opened up for recording. The period also reinforced the importance of staying productive at home, pursuing music despite sparse opportunities, and recognizing that collaboration can flourish when conditions align.
Tamara Rivelle Interview | Love Letters (2026), Jazz, R&B & Music as a Path to Belonging
Q: What was the first live concert that blew you away and shaped your approach to music?
Amy Grant's performance when Rivelle was a child demonstrated how a performer can be a powerful communicator who moves thousands of people in a shared moment, which inspired Rivelle to pursue a similar capacity to connect through artistry.

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A conversational showcase of jazz artists, educators, and composers, highlighting new albums, live recordings, and the evolving jazz scene post-pandemic. Episodes emphasize intimate, front-row storytelling—covering album creation, live performance energy, cross-cultural influences, and practical details for fans to engage with new releases. Noteworthy is the host's knack for drawing out authentic process stories, long-running relationships with Kansas City's jazz community, and a consistent focus on both established voices and rising talents across a broad jazz spectrum.

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1. Tamara Rivelle
2. Dr. Scott Sadlon
3. Ruthie Dineen
4. Andrew Lion
5. Gabriel Espinosa
6. Tomas Janzon
7. David Janeway
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