🎷 Welcome to another edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. This time, we head to Mexico City to catch up with jazz improviser, composer, writer, and artist Jacob Wick.

🔥 His new 2025 album, a veces me veo en el espejo y pienso en ti (Sometimes I look in the mirror and think of you), is a love letter to jazz, blending rich improvisation with deeply personal and political themes.

🏳️‍🌈 Wick’s career is profoundly influenced by queer feelings and queer politics, shaping his collaborations across the global jazz scene. Currently, he leads both a sextet and a quartet, performing innovative compositions that reimagine jazz standards and introduce fresh originals.

🎶 In this conversation, we explore:
✅ The inspirations behind his latest album
✅ His experiences as a jazz artist in Mexico City
✅ The intersection of music, identity, and activism
✅ His collaborations with diverse artists worldwide

📢 Dive into this compelling interview & experience Wick’s sonic world.

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Jacob Wick on His 2025 Album & Queer-Inspired Jazz Innovation