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Jon Batiste predicts that Stephen Colbert will find a new platform to express his voice after the cancellation of 'The Late Show,' which Batiste attributes to financial and political pressures, emphasizing the importance of free speech for artists.
The NFL has announced the pregame performers for Super Bowl LIX, set to take place on February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The lineup includes Jon Batiste, Trombone Shorty, Lauren Daigle, and Ledisi, all of whom have ties to Louisiana. Jon Batiste will perform the national anthem, Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle will perform "America the Beautiful," and Ledisi will sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing." Kendrick Lamar will headline the halftime show.
The Super Bowl 2025 pregame lineup has been announced, featuring Jon Batiste, Lauren Daigle, Ledisi, and Trombone Shorty, alongside headliner Kendrick Lamar for the halftime show. The event will include American Sign Language performances. Controversy surrounds Lamar's selection, with Lil Wayne expressing disappointment over being snubbed and Drake filing a petition against UMG and Spotify, alleging manipulation of Lamar's track streams. The Super Bowl will take place in New Orleans and air live on Fox.
The NFL announced that the Super Bowl LIX pre-game show will feature performances by New Orleans and Louisiana musicians, including Jon Batiste singing the national anthem, Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle performing "America the Beautiful," and Ledisi singing "Lift Every Voice and Sing." This lineup highlights the rich musical heritage of the region, despite some disappointment over the halftime show not featuring a local artist. The pre-game show aims to bring the vibrant sounds of Louisiana to a global audience.
Jon Batiste praises Beyoncé for breaking down music barriers with her country album, Cowboy Carter, and collaborates with her on the song "Ameriican Requiem." He emphasizes the need to dismantle genre boundaries and liberate music from categorization. Beyoncé's historic achievement as the first Black woman to debut at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart is celebrated, and she expresses gratitude to country music singers K. Michelle and Mickey Guyton for opening doors in the genre.
Taylor Swift is poised to potentially break the record for most Album of the Year wins at the Grammys 2024, with her album "Midnights" in contention. Female artists, including SZA, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and Miley Cyrus, are also top nominees, with SZA leading with nine nominations. Jon Batiste is the sole male nominee for the top prizes, while the event will feature performances by legendary artists like Joni Mitchell and Billy Joel.
Taylor Swift is poised to break the record for most Album of the Year wins at the Grammys, where women are in the spotlight with SZA leading the nominations. Other female artists like Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and Miley Cyrus are also in contention for top prizes. Jon Batiste is the sole male nominee for the major awards, while performances from legends like Joni Mitchell and Billy Joel are anticipated. The main Grammys gala will air on Sunday, with Trevor Noah hosting.
Variety's Awards Circuit predicts a competitive 2024 Grammy Awards with Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus, and Jon Batiste among the top contenders. The predictions cover various categories including Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Best New Artist, Visual Media Compilation, and more, highlighting potential winners and the unpredictability of the Grammy competition.
Billie Eilish, Jon Batiste, and Diane Warren are among the nominees for best original song at the 2024 Oscars, with Eilish leading the pack for her track "What Was I Made For?" from Barbie. The tight race pushed out top acts like Lenny Kravitz and Dua Lipa, while surprise contender "Wahzhazhe" from Killers of the Flower Moon also made the cut. In the best original score category, nominees include Laura Karpman, John Williams, Ludwig Göransson, Jerskin Fendrix, and the late Robbie Robertson. Additionally, the documentary feature film category saw music-related recognition for "Bobi Wine: The People’s President."
"American Symphony" is an intimate documentary about musician Jon Batiste and his wife, Suleika Jaouad, as they navigate Batiste's rise to Grammy success and Jaouad's battle with leukemia. The film explores their love story, the challenges of illness, family life, and the creative process. Directed by Matthew Heineman, the documentary captures Batiste's journey as he writes and performs a contemporary symphony while supporting Jaouad through her cancer treatment. The film, produced by Michelle and Barack Obama's film company, is expected to be a frontrunner for best documentary at the Oscars.
"American Symphony" is an intimate documentary that follows musician Jon Batiste as he reaches the peak of his career while his partner, Suleika Jaouad, undergoes cancer treatment. The film explores Batiste's musical approach and preparations for a concert at Carnegie Hall, as well as his Grammy win and his sensitivity to criticism. Directed by Matthew Heineman, the documentary delves into the couple's relationship and the challenges they face, offering glimpses of their personal lives. While the film provides detailed insight, Batiste's guarded nature limits the depth of the portrayal. "American Symphony" premieres on Netflix on November 29.
In an exclusive scene from the Netflix documentary American Symphony, musician Jon Batiste and his wife Suleika Jaouad are seen supporting each other during her chemotherapy treatment for a cancer recurrence. The film, originally intended to document Batiste's composition of his symphony, shifted focus when Jaouad's cancer returned. Directed by Matthew Heineman, the documentary explores the couple's journey as artists and their resilience in the face of adversity. American Symphony premiered at the Telluride Film Festival and is now available for streaming on Netflix.
"American Symphony" is a documentary that follows musician Jon Batiste as he creates his magnum opus, a symphony orchestra that represents a diverse and inclusive United States. The film also explores Batiste's personal journey as his wife battles cancer, showcasing the power of love, creativity, and resilience. The documentary is praised for its portrayal of the intertwining of the professional and personal aspects of Batiste's life, making it one of the best music documentaries of the year.
The 97th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade featured performances from Cher, Jon Batiste, Chicago, and more. Cher closed the parade with a festive performance of "DJ Play a Christmas Song," while Jon Batiste kicked off the event with his song "Worship." Other performers included Brandy, En Vogue, Bell Biv DeVoe, Pentatonix, and Jessie James Decker. The parade also featured appearances from Beyoncé, the Radio City Rockettes, and Broadway casts of shows like "Spamalot" and "Back to the Future: The Musical." President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden shared a Thanksgiving message during the broadcast.
"Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie" was the top winner at the 2023 Critics Choice Documentary Awards, taking home five awards including Best Documentary Feature, Best Narration for Michael J. Fox, Best Biographical Documentary, Best Direction for Davis Guggenheim, and Best Editing for Michael Harte. Jon Batiste won Best Score for "American Symphony," and "20 Days in Mariupol" won two awards for Best First Documentary Feature and Best Political Doc. The awards show, hosted by Wyatt Cenac, took place in New York and was livestreamed on various platforms.