Russell Anixter & The Hippie Big Band | A Neon Jazz Exclusive on Living the Dream

Welcome to a brand-new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, where we sit down with jazz bandleader, musician, and copyist Russell Anixter. We dive into the journey behind his highly anticipated 2025 album, What Is, with the Hippie Big Band—a project that has been a lifelong dream and is already earning rave reviews.With over 30 years in the NYC music scene, Anixter has made his mark as a music copyist and arranger, preparing scores for large jazz ensembles, orchestras, studio recordings, musical theater productions, and even the iconic Radio City Christmas Spectacular. As a former composition and arranging student of jazz legend Manny Albam, his expertise runs deep, and his latest work is a testament to his passion and experience.This star-studded big band album is a bold, dynamic, and genre-defying exploration of jazz, blending intricate arrangements with powerful, free-flowing energy. It’s a must-hear for jazz lovers who crave a mix of tradition and innovation.🎶 Get the album here → What Is - Russ Anixter's Hippie Big BandFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews 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.