04/04/25
Djo, the musical project of Joe Keery, returns with his third studio album, 'The Crux' —a deeply reflective and sonically adventurous body of work. Following the massive success of his single “End of Beginning” which topped the Global Spotify chart and amassed over 1.5 billion streams worldwide, 'The Crux' was crafted at the legendary Electric Lady Studios in New York. Drawing inspiration from the turbulence and growth of navigating one’s 20s, the album explores themes of self-discovery and connection, all wrapped in a narrative that serves as a love letter to those who matter most to Djo. Aptly titled 'The Crux', this album captures a moment suspended between the past and an undefined future.
- This is Djo's most personal album to date, as alluded to in the title - it dives into personal experiences with break-ups, family dynamics and transitions in life. Fans will hopefully feel the intimacy of his journey, and seek solace in how cathartic this album is, sonically and thematically.
- This is the first time Djo has written and recorded in a professional studio - namely, the iconic Electric Lady Studio in New York. You can hear the elevated sound in the music and instruments. As ever, Djo has written, recorded and produced every track himself, delivering a distinct "Djo" sound.
- The creative will be driven by the concept of people converging in one place, at different points of their respective life journeys. The vessel for this is represented within the backdrop of "The Crux Hotel", which you will see on the physical artwork as well.