Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring seasoned jazz drummer and composer Towner Galaher. In this episode, we explore his brand-new 2025 album Brothers — his fifth release, and one that brings him back to his roots in Portland, Oregon. Reuniting with longtime collabor…

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring seasoned jazz drummer and composer Towner Galaher. In this episode, we explore his brand-new 2025 album Brothers — his fifth rele…

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring seasoned jazz drummer and composer Towner Galaher. In this episode, we explore his brand-new 2025 album Brothers — his fifth release, and one that brings him back to his roots in Portland, Oregon. Reuniting with longtime collaborators organist Jimmy Sanders and bassist Randy Monroe, this album marks a soulful return to the musicians who helped shape his early sound on recordings from 1979 and 1980. Brothers rewinds time to the golden era of the 1970s, echoing the gritty, funky vibes of Tower of Power, Herbie Hancock’s Hea…

Welcome to another edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this compelling episode, we speak with Paul Burnore – a seasoned teacher, author, and Peace Corps veteran with a global footprint and a remarkable career spanning literature, education, tech, and international developme…

Welcome to another edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this compelling episode, we speak with Paul Burnore – a seasoned teacher, author, and Peace Corps veteran with a global…

Welcome to another edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this compelling episode, we speak with Paul Burnore – a seasoned teacher, author, and Peace Corps veteran with a global footprint and a remarkable career spanning literature, education, tech, and international development. Originally from South Bend, Indiana, Paul earned degrees in English Literature from Indiana University and began his journey as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Thailand. His passion for literature and education led him to teaching roles at Indiana University and institutions in Iran and Greece. He la…

Welcome to another episode of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this insightful conversation, we sit down with Sherrilynne Starkie – an award-winning social media expert, communications consultant, podcast host, and prolific blogger.With more than 20 years of experience leading agen…

Welcome to another episode of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this insightful conversation, we sit down with Sherrilynne Starkie – an award-winning social media expert, communicatio…

Welcome to another episode of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this insightful conversation, we sit down with Sherrilynne Starkie – an award-winning social media expert, communications consultant, podcast host, and prolific blogger.With more than 20 years of experience leading agency teams across four national capitals, Sherrilynne has earned an international reputation as a social media innovator and strategic problem solver. Her podcast, Stark Raving Social, delivers fast, actionable marketing and communications tips for professionals looking to stay ahead in a fast-changin…

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 …

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…

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 …