Music & Comedy
CIVL Fest 2026 presents Maurice Louca Quartet at Hungry Brain April 18, 2026
CIVL Fest 2026 is a citywide festival spotlighting Chicago’s independent venues with ten days of shows, special events, and community-focused programming.
Maurice Louca, Guitar & Electronics
Ayman Asfour, Violin
Dylan Greene, Drums & Percussion
Luka Stewart, Double Bass
One of the most gifted, prolific and adventurous figures on Egypt’s thriving experimental arts scene, Maurice Louca has in recent years garnered a global reputation through solo albums and an expanding, evolving lineup of genre-defying collaborations.
Maurice Louca’s genre-defying music bridges psychedelic Egyptian shaabi, cosmic jazz, and free improvisation. He co-founded Lekhfa, performs with The Dwarfs of East Agouza, and leads the 10-member Elephantine ensemble. His acclaimed albums include Salute the Parrot (2014), Elephantine (2019), and The Luck Hour (2021). One of the most gifted, prolific and adventurous figures on Egypt’s thriving experimental arts scene, Louca has in recent years garnered a global reputation through solo albums and an expanding, evolving lineup of genre-defying collaborations.
Doors at 7pm, Showtime 9pm
