The world of music often rewards persistence, passion, and timing. Joshua Baraka embodies all three. As the world began to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, a new sound quietly entered the Ugandan music scene. In 2021, Baraka released his first EP, Baby Steps, a collection that hinted at his raw potential. Songs like Tewekweka and Be Me introduced his soulful voice and storytelling ability to early listeners.
The following year, he deepened his craft with Watershed, an EP that included gems like Mama I Made It and Angel of Mine. These songs spoke directly to young people navigating love, dreams, and resilience. Yet the real breakthrough came in 2023 when Nana swept through Uganda and across Africa. The track transformed Joshua from a promising newcomer into a household name. Fans connected with its melody and sincerity, and suddenly, Baraka was everywhere.
His growth did not stop there. With the Growing Pains project in 2023 and its deluxe version in 2024, he continued to deliver. Songs such as Dalilah, Dreams, Jolene, and Alone revealed his versatility. Collaborations with African stars like Bien and Fave expanded his reach even further. Each new release confirmed that Baraka was not just another rising artist; he was building a movement.
In 2025, his single Wrong Places, produced by the acclaimed Jae5, has taken things to another level. The song is topping charts across Africa and Europe, proving that his sound carries global weight. That success, combined with his captivating live shows, made an international tour inevitable.
Joshua Baraka’s European tour arrives at the perfect time. Fresh from an electrifying performance at Nairobi’s Blankets and Wine festival, where fans sang every lyric back to him, he now steps onto global stages with unstoppable momentum.
Fans across Europe will get a chance to witness this Ugandan powerhouse live:
- Helsinki, Finland – October 4, 2025, at Tekniikan Museo
- Copenhagen, Denmark – October 5, 2025, at Rust
- Berlin, Germany – October 7, 2025, at LARK
- Manchester, UK – October 10, 2025, at Peppermints (Suga Cane x Joshua Baraka)
- London, UK – October 11, 2025, at EartH Theatre
This European journey represents more than concerts. It symbolises a Ugandan artist carrying his story to the world. Baraka’s rise from Baby Steps to Wrong Places reminds fans that dreams, when pursued with consistency, can cross borders and break barriers.
The tour marks a new chapter not only for Joshua Baraka but also for Ugandan music. With every song, every show, and every stage he commands, he redefines what it means to be a global star from East Africa.
