Neon Jazz Interviews

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with London-based award-winning instrumentalist, composer and producer Danny Keane. We catch up with Danny to explore his brand-new 2026 sophomore album, Kinesis, and the remarkable musical journey that has brought him to this point. Following his 2020 debut, this new project reflects the shape-shifting nature of his life and artistry, moving through musical worlds while carving out a sound all his own.
While rooted in jazz, Kinesis reaches into experimental, electronic and progressive music, creating a listening experience that is cerebral, hypnotic and meditative. The album also pays homage to the non-Western jazz musicians who have mentored and influenced Danny throughout his career, reflecting a broad musical perspective and a willingness to push beyond familiar boundaries.
The Anglo-Irish artist is regularly called upon to collaborate with some of the most renowned musicians of our time. With Kinesis, he steps into the role of visionary, bringing together the musicians around him to realize his own distinctive musical ideas.
In this conversation, we get into the inspirations behind Kinesis, Danny's evolution as an artist, the influence of his mentors, the creative process and his life in the ever-changing world of music.
Dig into a fascinating conversation about experimentation, collaboration and the limitless possibilities of contemporary jazz.
Featuring: Danny Keane
2026 Album: Kinesis
Based in: London, England
Background: Anglo-Irish instrumentalist, composer and producer
Topics: Contemporary Jazz, Experimental Jazz, Electronic Music, Progressive Music, Meditative Music, Musical Collaboration, Jazz Composition and Creative Evolution.
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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Nashville-based guitarist and composer Harry Bartlett and Toronto-based electronic music producer Kurtis Perrie as we explore their 2026 album, This Is Living. Over two weeks in Ontario, these two artists brought their distinct compositional voices together to create something unexpected. With a limited understanding of each other’s musical worlds but a shared curiosity and willingness to explore, Harry and Kurtis discovered a creative connection that became greater than the sum of its parts.
This Is Living unfolds as a hypnotic conversation between two musical traditions. Ethereal textures, captivating melodies, a distant pulse and nostalgic reflections combine to create a sound that draws listeners into an atmospheric and immersive experience. The result is music that pushes and pulls between guitar-driven composition and electronic experimentation, finding beauty in the space between genres.
In this conversation, we get into the collaboration, the creative process, the musical ideas behind the album and what happens when two artists step outside their familiar territory to build something new together.
From unexpected chemistry to ambient soundscapes and melodic exploration, Harry Bartlett and Kurtis Perrie make some musical magic on This Is Living.
Artists: Harry Bartlett & Kurtis Perrie
2026 Album: This Is Living
Harry Bartlett: Nashville-based guitarist and composer
Kurtis Perrie: Toronto-based electronic music producer
Topics: Experimental Jazz, Jazz Guitar, Electronic Music, Musical Collaboration, Ambient Music, Improvisation, Atmospheric Soundscapes and Contemporary Music.
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https://harrybartlettkurtisperrie.bandcamp.com/
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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Florida-based Pianist, Vocalist, Organist and Educator Dr. Gianni Bianchini. We dig into his brand-new 2026 album, A Study in Songbook, a deeply personal project inspired by the songs his father loved and shaped by Gianni’s understanding of jazz, its traditions and its early days. This album brings together musical history, family memories and a lifelong passion for the art of jazz.
Gianni has built an impressive career as a performer, recording artist and educator, playing, recording or studying with an extraordinary range of jazz artists, including Jason Marsalis, Arturo Sandoval, Joshua Redman, Jeff “Tain” Watts, John Scofield, Stefon Harris and Kenny Werner.
Beyond the bandstand, Gianni is dedicated to passing the music on to the next generation. He currently serves as Director of Jazz Studies at Palm Beach Atlantic University, bringing his experience and knowledge to aspiring musicians.
In this conversation, we explore A Study in Songbook, the family connections behind the music, the influence of jazz history, his career as a pianist, vocalist and organist, and the many experiences that have shaped his musical voice.
From honoring the songs of his father to carrying jazz traditions forward, Gianni offers a fascinating look at the music, the memories and the journey behind it all.
Featuring: Dr. Gianni Bianchini
2026 Album: A Study in Songbook
Based in: Florida
Role: Director of Jazz Studies, Palm Beach Atlantic University
Topics: Jazz Piano, Jazz Organ, Jazz Vocals, Jazz Standards, The Great American Songbook, Jazz Education, Jazz History and Contemporary Jazz.
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https://www.giannibianchini.com/
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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Argentine-born Vocalist, Guitarist, Songwriter & Arranger Tom Ricci. Tom joins us to talk about his brand-new 2026 album, Happening in Buenos Aires, his career in jazz, and the international musical journey that has shaped his sound. Born in Buenos Aires and of Italian descent, Tom now calls Southern California home, bringing a unique perspective to music that crosses borders and genres.
His music moves naturally through jazz, bossa nova, Latin American song, blues, singer-songwriter traditions, and the emotional directness of rock. In this conversation, we get into the whole ride — from his roots in Argentina to his life as a guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, arranger and jazz artist.
Dig into Tom Ricci’s story, his new music, his Buenos Aires connection and the many influences that continue to shape his artistic voice.
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Featuring: Tom Ricci
Album: Happening in Buenos Aires (2026)
Topics: Tom Ricci, Argentine Jazz, Buenos Aires Music, Jazz Guitar, Jazz Vocals, Bossa Nova, Latin American Music, Blues, Singer-Songwriter, Contemporary Jazz, Southern California Jazz
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Tom Ricci Music
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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Scotland-based Jazz Composer, Producer & Pianist Andy Alston as we dig into the exciting new Glasgow Speakeasy at the historic Glasgow Art Club. Andy joins us to talk about this brand-new monthly jazz club, designed to bring intimate live jazz to one of Glasgow’s historic cultural spaces. The first Speakeasy featured In Dreams, an intimate evening of live jazz, launching a new chapter for the Glasgow jazz scene.
We also get into Andy’s latest musical work, including his brand-new jazz album and a new album he wrote and produced for a young Dundee jazz guitar sensation. With decades of experience as a composer, pianist, producer and creative force, Andy gives us a fascinating look inside his musical world and what inspired this new Glasgow venture.
Dig this return of Andy Alston to Neon Jazz and get an inside look at the music, artists and ideas helping shape the contemporary Scottish jazz scene.
Featuring: Andy Alston
Based in: Scotland / Glasgow
Topics: Glasgow Jazz, Scottish Jazz, Jazz Piano, Jazz Composition, Jazz Production, Glasgow Speakeasy, Glasgow Art Club, New Jazz, Jazz Albums, Live Jazz, Dundee Jazz, Jazz Guitar
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Glasgow Art Club
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