Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Slovak guitarist and composer David Kollar. We caught up with David during a break in his studio to explore his new 2026 album, Music From the Bag, his work composing music for movie soundtracks, his remarkable musical journey, and much more.

For nearly a decade, David has collected riffs, grooves, musical sketches, and unfinished compositions that never quite found a home on his other records. With Music From the Bag, these ideas get a chance to come together, offering a glimpse into years of experimentation, creative discovery, and musical evolution.

David's career spans a fascinating range of musical worlds. He co-founded KOMARA with King Crimson drummer Pat Mastelotto and fellow King Crimson member Trey Gunn, and has collaborated with acclaimed musician and producer Steven Wilson. His work as a guitarist and composer moves across progressive music, improvisation, experimental sounds, and cinematic storytelling.

In this conversation, we dig into the inspiration behind Music From the Bag, the process of turning long-shelved musical ideas into a finished album, his experiences working on film soundtracks, and the stories and influences that have shaped his distinctive sound.

From the studio to the screen, David Kollar continues to explore the possibilities of sound, texture, rhythm, and composition.

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