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

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Published: 2026-04-17T12:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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