Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Joe Dimino. In this episode, we talk with Edmonton-based jazz pianist and composer Joshua Banks about his exciting 2025 debut album, Para Sayo.

An emerging voice in contemporary jazz, Joshua Banks has already begun making waves with his thoughtful compositions and dynamic style. The music on Para Sayo was refined over two years, shaped by deep artistic exploration and a clear passion for jazz. His work showcases a fresh yet mature approach that signals the arrival of a thrilling new talent in the modern jazz scene.

We dive into his creative evolution, his Love for jazz, and what this release means for the future of his musical journey.

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Joe Dimino Podcaster/Artist

Joe Dimino has been writing & creating in a variety of capacities since his college days at the University of Missouri-Kansas City somewhere around 1993. If you are keeping score, that would be about 29 years+. It all began at UMKCs University News as a Sports Writer & turned into a myriad of expressive avenues. Inventing poems, art, video & audio has always been in the proverbial cards.