Jon Batiste returns this summer with his ninth studio album, Big Money, set for release on August 22, 2025. Known for his genre-blending brilliance across jazz, R&B, soul, and Americana, Batiste shines again with an album described as “a circus of love,” blending raw immediacy and communal energy in recordings captured live over two weeks with collaborators like Andra Day, Randy Newman, and No I.D.
On Sunday, August 17 at 3 PM, Curious Collections, the largest indie record store in the Bryan/College Station area, will host an early listening party, offering fans a chance to hear the full album before it’s available anywhere else. Doors open at 3PM, and we'll spin Big Money in full—expect an immersive experience in a space built for music lovers.
Join us for a HUGE surprise - you won't want to miss this!!
Attendees will enjoy event-specific giveaways and one lucky fan will walk away with a grand prize at the end of the night. Pre-orders are strongly encouraged to reserve your copy of this highly anticipated release. The Indie Exclusive Blue vinyl is available for pre-order at Curious Collections. No purchase necessary to get the FREE giveaways.
Batiste will also hit the road this fall on the Big Money Tour: Jon Batiste Plays America, kicking off August 27 in Kansas City and making stops in Austin, TX, on October 1 at the Grand Ole Opry House—making this listening party perfectly timed for local fans to prepare for the live experience.
Whether you know Batiste from his groundbreaking We Are (Album of the Year, 2022), World Music Radio or his Oscar-winning work on Pixar’s Soul, Big Money promises to continue his journey of musical exploration and communal storytelling.
Join us at Curious Collections on Sunday, August 17 at 3PM to be among the first to hear Big Money, enjoy special treats, and celebrate the artistry of Jon Batiste with fellow fans. This is our moment to #listentogether as a community. No RSVP needed to attend. This is a FREE event.