First solo exhibition of Evan Ifekoya in Switzerland

With Evan Ifekoya. Resonant Frequencies, the Migros Museum für Gegenwartskunst in Zurich presents the first ever solo exhibition of Evan Ifekoya (*1988) in Switzerland. From January 29 to May 01, 20222, interested visitors can see how Ifekoya deals with healing through sound and silence. In cooperation with various sound artists, visual artists and instrument makers, the exhibition focuses not only on healing but also on »self-care«. Furthermore, Ifekoya's constant preoccupation with themes such as listening as a physical experience, the healing potential of sound, and the spiritual dimension of sexuality plays a role. Ifekoya made new works especially for the show, which will be presented in a space that will serve as a place for reflection and intense contemplation.

Evan Ifekoya was born in 1988 in Iperu, Nigeria and now lives and works in London. As an artist and spiritual energy worker, Ifekoya works primarily with various media such as sound, text, video and performance. In the resulting works, the artist engages with and challenges existing systems and institutions. In this way, (s)he brings the experiences and voices of marginalized people into focus. In 2018, Ifekoya co-founded the collective »Black Obsidian Sound System« (B.O.S.S. for short). This collective, led by queer, trans*, intersex, and Black people, as well as people of color, is currently nominated for the 2021 Turner Prize.