Episode Details

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we speak with veteran jazz musicians John Lentz & Harvey Diamond about their 2025 album, "How Strange the Road Should Be So Easy" on Orchard of Pomegranates Records.

🔹 Harvey Diamond – A Boston jazz legend, Harvey has been an unsung hero of the jazz scene since the 1960s and was one of the last students of the iconic Lennie Tristano.
🔹 John Lentz – A respected jazz vocalist, John has long been a fixture in the New England jazz scene, earning admiration from legends like Sheila Jordan & Jay Clayton.

This album showcases their deep musical chemistry, years of collaboration, and passion for jazz storytelling. In this conversation, we explore:
✅ The inspiration & creative process behind the album
✅ Harvey’s experiences studying under Lennie Tristano
✅ John’s journey as a "singer’s singer" in the jazz world
✅ Reflections on the New England jazz scene & beyond

📢 Get the album: How Strange the Road Should Be So Easy

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