Multi-Grammy and Academy Award winner Jon Batiste will bring his boundary-crossing artistry to KOKO for a special four-night residency from June 24 through June 28. The performances launch the inaugural Jon Batiste World Festival, curated by Batiste and co-curated by Michael Mwenso, with additional dates to be announced. Each evening promises a distinct, concept-driven experience that reflects Batiste’s expansive musical vision.
The residency will unfold across four unique themes: a symphonic performance with orchestra, a fan-requested set drawing from his full catalogue, a communal evening centered on songs of hope and change with special guests, and a live-band presentation of his jazz compositions from Soul, the Disney and Pixar film that earned him both an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award. The series highlights the fluidity and collaborative spirit that define his work.
Batiste reflected on his long relationship with London, recalling early touring experiences alongside Roy Hargrove, Cassandra Wilson, and Wynton Marsalis as formative artistic moments. Hosting a festival in the city, he shared, represents a full-circle milestone and a celebration of enduring creative connections.
Presales begin March 4, with general tickets on sale March 6 at 10 am local time. The announcement arrives amid a prolific stretch for Batiste, whose recent album ‘Big Money’ earned Best Americana Album at the 2026 Grammy Awards, marking his eighth Grammy win.
From an Oscar-winning score to chart-topping classical projects and global live performances, Jon Batiste continues to expand one of contemporary music’s most dynamic and wide-ranging bodies of work. The London residency stands poised to be a defining moment in that ever-evolving journey.