Neon Jazz Interviews

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Milwaukee-based Jazz Vocalist Marcya Daneille .. Her career embodies the rich tradition and vibrant innovation of jazz music. With her eclectic background and extensive performance history, her journey in jazz is a testament to the genre's enduring appeal and continual evolution. Born in Germany and seasoned in vibrant cultural centers like England, Italy, and New York City, her music blends traditional jazz standards with influences from Motown and beyond, offering a contemporary twist on classic sounds. It’s an ongoing narrative of jazz, filled with passion, innovation, and a deep respect for its roots. Enjoy this story. 

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with UK-based Rising Star Jazz Vocalist Helena Debono and Composer/Arranger Charlie Bates .. We caught up with this duo to discuss their new 2024 CD A Thousand Nights, their artistic union and much more. Today, they are two of the UK’s most exciting young performers and rising stars in the world of jazz have joined forces to create this a unique big band / orchestral album with many modern twists and a plethora of surprises at every turn. It is an intriguing combination of much-loved repertoire from The Great American Songbook, with a set of captivating originals. It’s quite a story.

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based Jazz Bassist Spencer Reeve  .. We caught up with this young, aspiring and hungry player on the thriving Kansas City jazz scene. By way of Fresno, California, he came to the University of Kansas to learn under the veteran sage player Matt Otto. These days, he is playing jazz and more multiple nights each week in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area and around the country at venues such as Jazz at Lincoln Center, Leid Center Kansas, Green Lady Lounge and Corvino's Supper Club. Over 4 years, he built a network of relationships all over town, while curating a following of dedicated fans. It’s a great story, Dig in… 

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Pianist, Composer & Educator Michael Jefry Stevens .. We caught up with him about his new 2024 CD Solo Piano CD The Peacocks and quite a life lived in the jazz world. Over the past 40 years, he has been associated with some of the most important figures in modern jazz. Beginning with his first CD release in 1991 as a member of Mark Whitecage’s Liquid Time Group, he has been in the forefront of the NYC and international improvised music scene. We get into it all. Dig in… 

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Vocalist, Pianist & Educator Suzanne Pittson .. We talked with this prolific and accomplished artist about her new 2024 CD Emerge Dancing and a great life in jazz. These days she is living in New York and grew up in a musical family, She began piano studies at age 8. She subsequently earned a Bachelor of Music and Master of Arts in Music (as a classical pianist) from San Francisco State University, before turning her attention to jazz voice. Suzanne has been recognized for her musicianship and improvisational skills, called by All About Jazz ”more than just a singer, but a jazz musician. With a fluid phrasing and stunning tone, she uses her voice as another instrument, improvising and playing with the melodies.” It’s a stunning tale. Enjoy.

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New Orleans-based Jazz Bassist, Composer & Educator Jake Noble .. We talked to him about his new and debut 2024 CD Letting Go of a Dream and his world of music. He is well known as both a bandleader and in-demand sideman. This new project was initially conceived as a platform to honor his greatest musical influences: Bill Evans, Charlie Haden, and Kenny Garrett. Each piece on the album represents a step forward on the journey towards self-acceptance. It’s a great jazz story. Dig in…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Singer Allyson Briggs .. We caught up with her to talk about the new 2024 CD Promises, Prayers, And Raindrops Allyson Briggs Sings Burt Bacharach. This Fleur Seule Founder has been a dynamic bandleader and business woman in Manhattan for over a decade. In addition to leading her own band, she has been on hundreds of public and private events around the world each year, she serves as an Entertainment Consultant to Cruise Lines, Event Planners, and multiple Times Square Hospitality Teams. It’s a great story. Dig in…. 

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Bassist & Composer Matt Booth .. From his base in North Carolina, we got into his new 2024 CD Sun Prints. This is his first album of all original music that is freewheeling and varied, but stays true to the contemporary jazz tradition. As a prominent performer on the New Orleans jazz scene, he found a great deal of success both as a leader and sideman. We cover some good ground. Dig in…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Palestinian Oud Player Abdul-Wahab Kayyali AKA Abboud .. He opened up about the new release called Towards the Light from an adventurous group of Montreal-based musicians called Les Arrivants. They are all from Iran, Lebanon/Jordan, and Argentina, and you'll hear those places in their music. This band of new immigrants to Canada explores the immigrant experience of the 21st Century in a manner informed by their respective traditions – Argentine Tango, Classical Arabic music, and classical Persian music. We get into the whole story. Dig in. 

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Grammy Recognized Jazz Singer Tianna Hall .. We got into her new 2024 CD The Vintage Jukebox and a great life in the jazz. This vocal powerhouse based in Houston, Texas has had a very colorful career. She is a distinguished alumna of the University of Houston and has been going solid every since. Dig this story.

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