Gene De Souza on Gafieira Rio Miami & “Beleza Pura” (2026) | Neon Jazz Interview

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Miami-based jazz producer and radio host Gene De Souza. We caught up with Gene to talk about his work with Gafieira Rio Miami and their vibrant 2026 album Beleza Pura — a title that translates to “Pure Beauty.” This exciting release, co-produced by Gene and Diogo Brown, features 10 tracks that capture the joyful, rhythmic, and captivating spirit of Brazilian jazz and samba-infused big band sounds. In this interview, we dive into: The making of Beleza Pura The evolution of Gafieira Rio Miami The influence of Brazilian music on modern jazz Gene’s journey as a producer and radio host The creative energy behind Miami’s jazz scene 🎶 Get the album & learn more:https://www.gafieirariomiami.com/ If you love jazz, Brazilian rhythms, and artist stories, this is one you don’t want to miss. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Neon Jazz interviews. For More Neon Jazz: Shows via MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/neonjazzkc/Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/neonjazzkcSubscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-joe-dimino/id546432639?mt=2 The Home of Neon Jazz:http://theneonjazz.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Neon Jazz via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=ER  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.