Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring a special conversation with UNESCO Treasurer James May. In celebration of 90 Years of Count Basie’s Swing, we dive into the details of the Count Basie 90 Celebration Events happening on April 30, 2025 – International Jazz Day in Kansas City.

Broadcasting from his current home in Florida, James reflects on his Kansas City roots—from 19th & Vine to his passion for preserving jazz history. He shares his excitement about what’s being billed as America’s largest celebration of International Jazz Day.

Expect an unforgettable evening of live music, honors, and rhythm featuring the world-famous Count Basie Orchestra, surprise guest performers, and an exclusive after-party jam session.

🎷 Don’t miss this milestone jazz celebration in the heart of Kansas City.

👉 Get tickets and event information: kccreativecity.com/count-basie

🎧 Listen now to this vibrant conversation exploring James May’s rich journey through Kansas City jazz and beyond.

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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.