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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Toronto-based jazz guitarist, composer, and storyteller David Riddel, also known as Dr. Purgatory. We explore his hauntingly creative ne…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Toronto-based jazz guitarist, composer, and storyteller David Riddel, also known as Dr. Purgatory. We explore his hauntingly creative new 2025 album, The Consumption: A Tragic Folktale in Six Parts—a conceptual jazz work that blends folklore, emotion, and deep musical storytelling.Since graduating from the University of Toronto's Jazz Studies program in 2016, David has made waves across Canada and internationally, performing and recording with some of the country’s top musicians. His unique sound and vision have earned him mul…

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New York City-based jazz vocalist Susan Hinkson. In this episode, we explore the story behind her stunning debut album, Just in Time —…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with New York City-based jazz vocalist Susan Hinkson. In this episode, we explore the story behind her stunning debut album, Just in Time — a project that marks her official entry into the jazz world after an impressive career in city planning and Real Estate policy.With a powerhouse lineup of jazz greats—Bruce Barth (piano & producer), Steve Wilson (sax), Vicente Archer (bass), and Adam Cruz (drums)—this album is a fresh, soulful take on classic jazz standards. Produced by her longtime mentor Bruce Barth, Susan brings a seasoned…

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Italian jazz talents Tommaso Perazzo (piano) and Marcello Cardillo (drums). We talk about their powerful new 2025 album Portrait of a Mo…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Italian jazz talents Tommaso Perazzo (piano) and Marcello Cardillo (drums). We talk about their powerful new 2025 album Portrait of a Moment featuring legendary bassist Buster Williams.Now based in Harlem, Tommaso and Marcello reflect on their beginnings in Amsterdam, their shared Italian roots, and their musical evolution in the vibrant New York jazz scene. This conversation dives into the making of the album, how they linked up with Buster Williams, their influences, and their deep passion for jazz.This is a story of friendship,…

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with veteran jazz guitarist and spiritual improviser Tisziji Muñoz. In this revealing conversation, we dive into his prolific career and lat…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with veteran jazz guitarist and spiritual improviser Tisziji Muñoz. In this revealing conversation, we dive into his prolific career and latest work as a member of The Quantum Blues Quartet on the 2025 album Quantum Blues, featuring longtime friend and famed bandleader Paul Shaffer.Recorded in a single day with no charts or pre-written arrangements, Quantum Blues is a true Exercise in musical intuition and collective flow. Tisziji—who has been a powerful creative force since the 1970s—is the one who suggested the formation of this…

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with world traveler, award-winning travel photographer, and podcast host Gary Arndt. Since 2007, Gary…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with world traveler, award-winning travel photographer, and podcast host Gary Arndt. Since 2007, Gary has embarked on a global adventure that’s taken him to all seven continents and over 204 countries. He’s lived a nomadic life filled with cultural immersion, incredible stories, and a deep passion for education through travel.He is the voice behind the wildly popular Everything Everywhere Daily Podcast, which captivates 1.6 million monthly listeners and ranks on the Apple Podcast History Char…

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed historical fiction author and storyteller D.H. Morris. A well-traveled San Diego n…

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed historical fiction author and storyteller D.H. Morris. A well-traveled San Diego native, D.H. has lived on four continents and explored the world’s diverse cultures—now calling Kansas City, Missouri home.A proud mother of four and grandmother to eleven, she brings a lifetime of experience and artistic passion to her writing. Her latest novel, The Girl of Many Crowns, is a gripping historical fiction set in 856 AD Francia. It tells the powerful true story of Judith, the firs…