"Early American music and early folk music, before the record became popular and before there were po..." — Jon Batiste

I think it's important for people to stay human and remember that genuine human connection is more fulfilling than anything that technology has to offer. We all have it within us, and music is something that can bring that out of us.

Music is a tool that brings people together.

The thing about Spike Lee... that's a deep experience to work with someone who is that intense and knows their vision that well. The character I play in 'Red Hook Summer' is super country and super loud. I suppose he is some version of myself.

With so many ways to communicate at our disposal, we must not forget the transformative power of a live music experience and genuine human exchange.