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☕ **MuChat Café Ep.05｜An Exclusive Interview with Eugene Cheung (張嘉濼)**
Welcome to Episode 5 of *MuChat Café*!
In this episode, we sit down with Canadian-born singer and musician Eugene Cheung (張嘉濼), who spent part of his childhood growing up in Hong Kong. Hosted by Jae Lau, this relaxed and heartfelt conversation takes us behind the scenes to discover the person beyond the stage, as Eugene shares his life experiences, musical journey, and the stories behind his creative work.
Eugene returned to Hong Kong with his parents when he was just one year old and stayed there until Form Two, when he moved back to Canada. From his school days in Hong Kong to adapting to a new environment after immigrating, Eugene reflects on his emotional connection to Hong Kong, the friendships he has maintained with former classmates, and how Canada’s multicultural environment creates more opportunities for musicians to connect and collaborate.
You might think Eugene had always dreamed of becoming a singer, but surprisingly, it was only after returning to Canada that he truly discovered his love for singing! He also reveals that at the age of 17, he had already completed an application for an acting training program—he was just one step away from potentially pursuing a career in acting. So what ultimately led him to choose music? And what is the person behind his captivating stage presence really like offstage?
Beyond performing, Eugene has also become increasingly involved in concert production and behind-the-scenes work in recent years, helping young singers gain stage experience and build their profiles. He shares his insights into concert production, collaborations between musicians, and the audiences in Toronto versus the Hong Kong music market. He also discusses how he has found his own direction while taking on different roles in the music industry.
Another key topic in this episode is Eugene’s creative process and emotional world. He opens up about his more sentimental side, his thoughts on live performances, and how music can capture the emotions of a singer in the moment. He also shares how he began experimenting with songwriting after a concert, along with his experiences collaborating with different musicians.
One of the most touching moments comes when Eugene talks about a song he dedicated to his father. From the inspiration behind the song and his emotions during the recording process to his original wish to release it on Father’s Day, Eugene explains what this deeply personal piece means to him—and how music can become a powerful way to express love, longing, and emotions that words alone may not convey.
Of course, there are plenty of lighthearted moments in *MuChat Café*, too! Enjoy the “This or That” segment, a personality test, and Eugene’s thoughts on audience interaction, unexpected situations on stage, and his future musical plans. He also discusses upcoming performances, collaborations with local musicians, and his plans to continue creating new music.
☕️ Join us for **MuChat Café EP.05** as Eugene Cheung shares stories about music, the stage, songwriting, life, and the heartfelt emotions behind a very special song.
🎙️ **Host:** Jae Lau
🎬 **Show:** *MuChat Café* by EARS Online