Seven-time Grammy and Academy Award-winning artist Jon Batiste has signed with United Talent Agency (UTA) for representation across all areas. He continues to be managed by Maverick and has public relations handled by ID-PR.
Recent Career Highlights: Batiste continues to push creative boundaries, earning two nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards for his work on American Symphony, a documentary that follows his preparation for a Carnegie Hall performance during a deeply personal time in his life. The nominations include Best Music Film and Best Song Written for Visual Media for “It Never Went Away,” adding to his career total of 22 Grammy nominations and five wins to date.
Album Releases and Chart Success: In November 2024, Batiste released Beethoven Blues, the first in his solo piano series, which reinterprets Beethoven’s compositions through the lens of jazz and blues. The 11-track album debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Classical Albums and Classical Crossover charts, as well as No. 9 on the Top Album Sales chart, further solidifying his versatility across genres.
Upcoming Super Bowl Performance: Batiste is set to perform the National Anthem at Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, in his hometown of New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome. The performance is a homecoming moment for Batiste, reflecting his deep ties to the city that has shaped his musical career.
Expanding His Creative Influence: The documentary American Symphony, directed by Matthew Heineman, premiered on Netflix in November 2023, offering an intimate look at Batiste’s artistic process and personal journey. Additionally, in January 2025, he launched his first jazz club at the Baha Mar resort in Nassau, Bahamas. The grand opening featured a special performance with JoJo and was attended by high-profile figures, celebrating the cultural connection between New Orleans jazz and Bahamian musical traditions.
With his new representation at UTA and an ever-expanding presence across music, film, and live performance, Batiste continues to cement his status as one of the most dynamic and influential artists of his generation.
