Jon Muq
February 1, 2026 7:30 pm
SPACE
1245 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202
For Jon Muq, a singer-songwriter born in Uganda and now living in Austin, Texas, music is part of a larger conversation he's having with the world and everybody in it. Drawing from African as well as western musical trends and traditions, he devises songs as small gifts, designed to settle into everyday life and provoke reflection and resilience.
Why We Like It
- Muq's experiences as a child in Uganda and as a man in America give him a unique perspective on the world he's addressing.
- With his May 31st debut album with producer Dan Auerbach and tours with Billy Joel, Norah Jones, Mavis Staples, Amythyst Kiah, Corinne Bailey Rae, and others, Muq is expanding the scope of his music to speak to more and more people.
- These days the world is sad, so Muq wanted to make happy songs that connected with the listener in a very personal way.
Who Should Attend
Music fans looking for a unique and uplifting listening experience, especially those interested in the intersection of African and Western musical traditions.
