When Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show debuts on Sept. 8, he’ll have a helping hand on camera from jazz artist Jon Batiste, his newly appointed band leader.
Colbert said in a CBS statement announcing Batiste’s role “His music makes the audience feel so good, we may have to install a ‘Do Not Make Love’ sign,” .
In a short video, Colbert also introduced New Orleans-bred Batiste, whose latest album with his band Stay Human claimed the No. 1 spot on Billboard Jazz Album Chart. Batiste, who will release another album this fall, said in the statement. “I’m thrilled, This is a match made in heaven. Get ready for a love riot in late night.”
