One of the joys of working with musicians and the music industry is being introduced to new talent by other musicians who wish to share the discovery. Our AoM in April, Jon Muq is an African artist, now living in the USA who was introduced to us by the US manager of our recent Artist of the Month, The Dunwells, who have been working with Caffè Nero for many years!
As soon as we heard Jon’s music, we knew was right for the Caffe Nero afternoon playlist and in April you will hear his music every afternoon between 15.30 and 15.45 in all our stores.
Originally from Kampala, Uganda, Jon Muq is a vocalist and songwriter who creates soul-filled Afro-pop music on his debut album, produced by Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys). It was released through Dan’s Easy Eye Sound label on May 31st, 2024, and showcased on PBS Newshour.
Now living in Austin, Texas, Muq has performed in the U.S. with Corinne Bailey Rae, The Black Keys, Trevor Hall, and the Secret Sisters, and in Europe with Mavis Staples and Norah Jones, and performed with Billy Joel in London’s Hyde Park.
In January he performed in the UK to great acclaim, and is rapidly picking up fans this side of the Atlantic. We are thrilled to be introducing him to the Caffè Nero audience.
For further information please see his website.
