Jon Batiste turned his Super Bowl opportunity into a symphony of artistry, the debut of new music and a tribute to his hometown roots.
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Jon Batiste performs the national anthem before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. “It’s the first time in the history of the anthem that had samples included in it,” said Batiste, a Louisiana native who is a Grammy and Oscar winner and former bandleader for the “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” “We almost couldn’t clear the main sample that I wanted until the night before.”
In an AP interview, Batiste reflected on his wife’s resilience, new songs, an upcoming tour and his festival this weekend that will leave a lasting musical impact on New Orleans.During the filming of “American Symphony,” inspiration struck — not just in the documentary, but on canvas. As Jaouad painted, one creation that took flight was a vivid butterfly, embodying what he calls the “power of resilience, delicate beauty, and grace.
“When you hear the song and you’re listening, it’s me talking to my younger me,” he said. “But it could also be you, talking to young you. In a moment like this, it’s important for us to heal, to really thrive and be rooted in who we are. We have to go back to that kid.”
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