Jon Batiste is a Grammy and Oscar-winning artist whose music, storytelling, and activism spark transformation. Known for his electrifying presence, he uses creativity and community to inspire change—onstage and off. His talks are more than speeches—they’re immersive experiences that leave audiences uplifted and ready to make an impact.
Born into a legendary New Orleans musical family, Batiste was raised on jazz, gospel, and blues. He’s since carved a groundbreaking path across genres and mediums—from symphonies to film scores. His 2024 project Beethoven Bluesreimagines classical music through the soul of the blues, while his Grammy-nominated World Music Radio united artists like Lana Del Rey and Lil Wayne in a genre-defying celebration of music as a universal language.
Batiste’s artistic reach extends beyond music. His powerful 2023 Netflix documentary American Symphony—produced with Higher Ground—follows his creative journey amid his wife’s battle with leukemia. The film’s original song, “It Never Went Away,” earned an Oscar nomination and two Grammy nods. He also composed and performed the score for Saturday Night, a 2024 film capturing the chaotic energy of SNL’s first broadcast—performed live on set.
From his Grammy-winning album We Are to his Oscar-winning work on Pixar’s Soul, Batiste continues to shape culture while staying grounded in purpose. Whether leading the band on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, performing in the streets, or on a global stage, he creates art that connects.
Book Jon Batiste to spark bold conversations and lasting impact—one note at a time.
It's Alright
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FREEDOM
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Jonathan Michael Batiste: American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, bandleader, composer, TV personality.
Collaborated with Stevie Wonder, Prince, Lana Del Rey, and more.
Bandleader on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, 2015-2022.
Music director for The Atlantic, Creative Director for National Jazz Museum.
Co-composed score for Pixar's Soul, winning Academy, Golden Globe, Grammy, BAFTA.
Earned 5 Grammys from 20 nominations, including Album of the Year.
Documentary appearance in "American Symphony," capturing his symphony composition.
Notable accolades: Academy Award, Golden Globe, Grammy, BAFTA Film Award.
Batiste's versatility showcased through diverse collaborations and awards recognition.
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We are the talent liaisons that curate, ideate, and connect you to the right artists to transform special events into experiences of a lifetime. Our roots are those of musicologists and culture hawks, deeply embedded in the living performing arts. This is the foundation of our work, the soul of our business, and what we've been doing for over 25 years. We have the capacity and capability to bring any artist from anywhere in the world to your event.
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