Marking a bold new chapter in Batiste’s catalog, Big Money is rooted in American traditions — from gospel and soul to blues, folk, and rock & roll. Batiste introduced the nine-track project with its title track, “Big Money,” a groove-forward anthem anchored by his guitar and the soaring vocals of The Womack Sisters, granddaughters of soul legend Sam Cooke. He followed with “Lonely Avenue,” a soulful, piano-driven collaboration with Randy Newman that reimagines the Doc Pomus classic made famous by Ray Charles. Co-produced with longtime collaborator Dion “No I.D.” Wilson, the album also features a standout duet with Andra Day. Big Money caps a landmark year that included Batiste’s Super Bowl performance, two GRAMMY wins for his work on American Symphony, and the chart-topping success of Beethoven Blues, which spent nine weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Classical Albums chart.
The Community Cookout Presented by Endea Owens
Manhattan
Birthed by bassist Endea Owens during the pandemic, The Community Cookout creates inclusive spaces that are accessible to anyone no matter their race, gender, or background and strives to make ...
Free
